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Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea ‘eye Joao Pedro', Pep CONFIRMS Grealish exit plan, Premier League clubs ‘chase Simons'

Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea ‘eye Joao Pedro', Pep CONFIRMS Grealish exit plan, Premier League clubs ‘chase Simons'

The Sun18-06-2025
Munoz bid 'rejected'
Fulham have reportedly rejected a £32million offer from Leeds United for striker Rodrigo Muniz.
Leeds sent an offer worth £26m plus £6m in add-ons to the Cottagers, according to The Standard.
Fulham don't want to sell the Brazilian, but could be forced to part if a higher offer comes in.
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