Umtiti flattered by Barca interest

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Lyon defender Samuel Umtiti is flattered by the interest shown in him by Barcelona and says anything is possible. The uncapped Frenchman has attracted the interest of the La Liga champions, who have made an approach for the 22-year-old. Umtiti, who is with his nation at Euro 2016, said his focus was purely on France despite having some interest in Barca.

Dortmund sign Mor
Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the signing of Turkey international Emre Mor from Nordsjaelland on a five-year deal. The 18-year-old Danish-born winger has been included in the Turkey squad for Euro 2016 despite only making his senior international debut last month. The exciting winger was reportedly the subject of interest from Liverpool, Manchester United and Ajax but Thomas Tuchel’s team, last season’s Bundesliga runners-up, have won the race for his signature.

Sissoko wants Arsenal move
Moussa Sissoko is desperate to leave Newcastle United ahead of next season and has set his sights on a move to Arsenal. Despite avoiding defeat in their final six matches of the 2015-16 campaign, Newcastle were unable to escape the bottom three and will play in England’s second tier from August. But Sissoko, 26, does not intend to be there as he targets an immediate return to the Premier League away from St James’ Park.