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<p>August 6th</p>
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<p dir="ltr">The summer transfer window is now officially open, allowing clubs to make signings for their squads. Major European clubs are actively planning for the upcoming season, with teams diligently working behind the scenes to identify targets and assess their budgets.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Managers are consistently evaluating their squads, while sporting directors and scouting teams are exploring the market for potential deals. A wide range of players will be available this summer, as clubs typically have more financial resources and face fewer restrictions from financial fair play regulations. The transfer rumour mill is starting to heat up, and we've gathered some of the most significant current transfer stories.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr">Today's Major Transfer Stories</h2>
<p>Manchester United has reached out to Brighton to inquire about the availability of Carlos Baleba. Reports suggest that the club at Old Trafford is focusing on acquiring a new midfielder, confident in their ability to secure Benjamin Sesko. However, Brighton appears unwilling to part with Baleba, making it unlikely that United will be able to afford the Cameroonian's signature without offloading some players first.</p>
<p>Aston Villa seems poised to make their first significant signing of the summer, with reports indicating they are close to acquiring Nice striker Evann Guessand. This move, potentially reaching up to €32 million, would mark the 24-year-old's transfer as Villa's sixth most expensive signing in history.</p>
<p>Liverpool's search for a new central defender may lead them to unexpected territories. According to <em>The Times</em>, the Anfield club is scouting 18-year-old Giovanni Leoni from Parma, who could be signed as a long-term addition to strengthen Arne Slot’s defense for the upcoming season.</p>
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