Premier League Roundup: Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham Make Headlines

Catch up on the latest news from the Premier League, including Manchester City's FA Community Shield clash, Shaquille O'Neal's potential investment in West Ham, and more.

Premier League Roundup: Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham Make Headlines

The Premier League is just around the corner, and teams are gearing up for the new season. In this roundup, we’ll take a look at the latest news from Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham, and more.

Manchester City to Face Manchester United in FA Community Shield

Manchester City will kick off their domestic campaign with an FA Community Shield clash against local rivals Manchester United in August. Pep Guardiola’s side will face Chelsea in their Premier League opener, but first, they’ll take on United in the annual fixture. City have won the FA Community Shield on five previous occasions, and they’ll be looking to add to that tally.

Manchester City will face Manchester United in the FA Community Shield

Shaquille O’Neal in Talks to Own West Ham United

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal is in talks to become a shareholder of West Ham United. The 52-year-old pivot became interested in investing in the Premier League side after watching one of their matches last season. If the deal goes through, O’Neal will join a growing list of American sports stars who have invested in English football clubs.

![Shaquille O’Neal](_search_image Shaquille O’Neal West Ham) Shaquille O’Neal is in talks to own a stake in West Ham United

Chelsea Eye Murillo as Thiago Silva’s Replacement

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Nottingham Forest defender Murillo. The 21-year-old Brazilian star has impressed in his debut season in the Premier League, and the Blues are willing to pay £50.7 million to bring him to Stamford Bridge. However, Forest are holding out for a higher price, and negotiations are ongoing.

![Murillo](_search_image Murillo Nottingham Forest) Murillo is a target for Chelsea as they look to replace Thiago Silva

Tottenham and Aston Villa in Talks Over Swap Deal

Tottenham and Aston Villa are discussing a swap deal that could see midfielder Jacob Ramsey move to Spurs. Villa are looking to offload players before the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Regulations deadline, and Ramsey is one of the players they’re willing to let go. Tottenham are offering £20 million plus midfielder Giovani Lo Celso in exchange for the 23-year-old.

![Jacob Ramsey](_search_image Jacob Ramsey Aston Villa) Tottenham and Aston Villa are in talks over a swap deal involving Jacob Ramsey

Marseille Eye Mason Greenwood as Summer Signing

Marseille are exploring a deal to sign Mason Greenwood from Manchester United. The 22-year-old forward is surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, and United are willing to let him go. Greenwood has attracted interest from several clubs, including Lazio, Juventus, and Napoli, but Marseille are leading the race to sign him.

![Mason Greenwood](_search_image Mason Greenwood Manchester United) Marseille are in talks to sign Mason Greenwood from Manchester United

That’s all for this Premier League roundup. Stay tuned for more news and updates from the world of football.