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Slide Rule Pass: Football News – 11 June

Welcome to today's edition of Slide Rule Pass, your concise daily digest of the latest football news. Here's what's making headlines today

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Leroy Sané to Galatasaray in Advanced Talks

Veteran winger Leroy Sané is on the verge of joining Galatasaray, reportedly turning down an improved offer from Bayern Munich to accept a lucrative €200,000‑per‑week deal in Turkey. Despite interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Spurs, Turkish champions appear to have won the race.

Florian Wirtz Set for Record Liverpool Move

Liverpool are poised to smash their transfer record with a €150 million deal to sign German playmaker Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, according to Fabrizio Romano. A medical is imminent.

Kevin De Bruyne Agrees Napoli Switch

After a glittering decade at Manchester City, De Bruyne (33) has confirmed a free transfer to Napoli. The deal is all but finalised, pending medical and signatures on a two‑year contract.

Man City Bring in Reijnders and Cherki Early

Manchester City have completed two major signings ahead of the Club World Cup:

  • Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for ~€55 million on a five-year deal.

  • Rayan Cherki from Lyon for £30.5 million

Chelsea Door Closes on Hugo Ekitike Move

Chelsea’s bid for Hugo Ekitike collapsed as Frankfurt demanded a hefty €100 million fee. Liverpool remain potential suitors, with interest expected to continue.

Darwin Núñez Poised to Depart Liverpool

Liverpool are preparing to sell Darwin Núñez after rejecting a €70 million bid from Al Nassr in January. Clubs in Saudi Arabia and top European teams like Atletico Madrid are tracking the 25‑year‑old Uruguayan striker, currently valued at a minimum of £59 million.

Stay tuned as the main summer window reopens mid‑June and deadline day approaches on 1 September.

Slide Rule Pass: Football News – 11 June