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• ❌ Florentino Pérez doesn’t want Rodri Hernández

  18-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Florentino Pérez doesn’t want Rodri HernándezDue to the World Cup final and his level, the debate around Rodri and Real Madrid has resurfaced.Some journalists reported this morning that Mourinho has asked for a midfielder with good ball control and that the club had opened the door to the possibility of Rodri.However, 'Matteo Moretto' has confirmed through a 'retweet' that this is not the case.The journalist made it clear that Florentino Pérez does not want to
  
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• Roma continue to pressure Summerville into accepting offer: Gasperini personally called the player repeatedly

  22-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma continue to pressure Summerville into accepting offer: Gasperini personally called the player repeatedlyThe negotiations for Crysencio Summerville continue to produce dramatic twists and turns. According to Fabrizio Romano’s latest update, the Dutch winger has yet to communicate a final decision to either Roma or Al Hilal. Yesterday was a hectic day. At first, the deal with Roma seemed close to being finalized, but then Al Hilal made a forceful move. The Arabian club submitted an offe
  
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• Gavi responds to controversial Leandro Paredes clash after World Cup triumph: ‘Don’t think they should be suspended’

  22-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gavi responds to controversial Leandro Paredes clash after World Cup triumph: ‘Don’t think they should be suspended’Spain and Barcelona midfielder Gavi has addressed one of the biggest talking points from the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, sharing his thoughts on the heated confrontation with Argentina’s Leandro Paredes after the final whistle.The World Cup final was remembered not only for Spain ending their 16-year wait to lift football’s biggest prize but also for th
  
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• Florentino Perez open to signing World Cup winner for Real Madrid – report

  22-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florentino Perez open to signing World Cup winner for Real Madrid – reportRodri’s phenomenal World Cup campaign roused the interest of Real Madrid once more, and understandably so given how he has the exact profile they are chasing.While all signs seemingly pointed to the interest materialising into a real move, Florentino Perez was dead against signing the Manchester City star.The club president’s reasons for resisting Rodri’s arrival remain unknown but are thought to be
  
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• Reynolds and Mac share Wrexham's European excitement

  22-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rob Mac (left) and Ryan Reynolds with members of the Wrexham Women squad including Lili Jones (right) during the Wrexham teams bus parade in 2023 [Getty Images]The Wrexham story under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac starts another chapter on Wednesday evening.Wrexham Women will be making their European debut when they face Pyunik of Armenia in a first qualifying round semi-final at the historic Racecourse Stadium.Boosting women's football were the among plans announced by the owners w
  
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• Iraola wants Mac Allister and Alisson to stay with Reds

  22-07-2026 07:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson played at the 2026 World Cup for Argentina and Brazil [Getty Images]Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola wants midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson to remain at the club.Argentina international Mac Allister has two years left on the five-year contract he signed at Liverpool when he joined the Reds in 2023. The 27-year-old has yet to begin talks over a new deal, which has prompted speculation he could leave Anfield this summer.However
  
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• Bournemouth reject Chelsea’s approach worth more than £60m for Alex Scott

  22-07-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth reject Chelsea’s approach worth more than £60m for Alex ScottBournemouth have rejected Chelsea’s approach for Alex Scott, according to journalist Alex Crook.Chelsea were willing to pay more than £60 million for the English midfielder, but Bournemouth insist he is not for sale.The Blues are looking to sign a new central midfielder and appear to be prioritising Premier League-proven players.Chelsea also pursued a move for Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka, but the
  
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• Real Madrid on brink of agreeing personal terms with Rodri ahead of formal Man City negotiations

  22-07-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid on brink of agreeing personal terms with Rodri ahead of formal Man City negotiationsFlorentino Pérez is now showing himself much more open to the possibility of signing RodriReal Madrid already have Rodri’s approval and the parties are said to be contractually closeThere are still no negotiations underway with Manchester City at this stageReal Madrid president Florentino Pérez has shifted his position on the potential signing of Manchester City’s Rodri, with
  
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• Either way, Manchester City need a speedy resolution to the Rodri situation

  22-07-2026 07:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Either way, Manchester City need a speedy resolution to the Rodri situationThe situation surrounding the future of Rodri at Manchester City continues to evolve. It did seem that as much as the Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder wanted a move to Real Madrid, the La Liga giants were not interested in signing him this summer. Fabrizio Romano reported on his YouTube channel that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has no interest in signing Rodri. However, a new report has emerged that indicate
  
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• UEFA president boycott World Cup final in response to Folarin Balogun incident

  22-07-2026 07:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA president boycott World Cup final in response to Folarin Balogun incidentUEFA president Aleksander Ceferin decided not to attend the World Cup final in protest against FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s ban, The Athletic reports.Ceferin attended the World Cup opening match in Mexico City, but chose not to return for the final between Spain and Argentina after a series of disputes, including the Balogun controversy.Balogun received a one-match ban after he
  
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• 📋​ Line-ups ready for Toluca v Pumas on matchday 2

  22-07-2026 04:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋​ Line-ups ready for Toluca v Pumas on matchday 2Matchday 2 of the Mexican tournament begins today, so Cruz Azul and Toluca can have the weekend off and play the Campeón de Campeones. 
  The Hell welcomes a battered Pumas side that was thrashed in the previous matchday at CU. Toluca picked up a point on its visit to Chivas, so the start for the two squads was completely different. Toluca's XIPumas' XICan Pumas pull off an upset in Hell?This article was translated in
  
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• 📹 Santos cruise in Venezuela, one and a half feet in Sula last 16

  22-07-2026 04:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📹 Santos cruise in Venezuela, one and a half feet in Sula last 16On Tuesday (21), Santos thrashed Universidad Central 4-1 in Venezuela in the first leg of the Conmebol Sudamericana 2026 round-of-16 playoffs.The match was played in the city of Valencia, rather than the capital Caracas, because it was one of the places less devastated by the powerful earthquake that destroyed the neighboring country a few weeks ago.Even amid a serious financial crisis and still without Neymar, Peixe had li
  
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• Hamburg CFO insists club hasn’t given up on Arsenal’s Fabio Vieira: “We’ve fallen in love with him!”

  22-07-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hamburg CFO insists club hasn’t given up on Arsenal’s Fabio Vieira: “We’ve fallen in love with him!”Hamburg boss Dr. Eric Huwer has revealed that his Bundesliga club isn’t necessarily prepared to give up on former Arsenal loanee Fabio Viera yet. On the same day he delivered a special tribute to recently deceased former Hamburg professional Kevin Keegan, Huwer also spoke to Kicker. As HSV training camp kicked off in Längenfeld, Austria, Huwer made clear th
  
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• ⚽​ Line-ups ready for Cruz Azul vs Puebla on matchday 2

  22-07-2026 02:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⚽​ Line-ups ready for Cruz Azul vs Puebla on matchday 2A new matchday in Mexican football gets underway, and the action will begin with Cruz Azul hosting Puebla.
  La Máquina pulled off a great comeback against San Luis, while La Franja started with an away win over Juárez, so both teams will be looking to stay unbeaten at the start of the tournament. Cruz Azul's XIPuebla's XIEstadio Azteca reopens its doors after the World Cup— which team will come away with t
  
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• 📋 Santos named for first leg of Copa Sul-Americana last-16 play-offs

  22-07-2026 01:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📋 Santos named for first leg of Copa Sul-Americana last-16 play-offsSantos return to action this Tuesday (21) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), when they visit Universidad Central in Venezuela for the first leg of the Conmebol Sudamericana 2026 round-of-16 playoffs.The return leg is scheduled for next Tuesday (28) at Vila Belmiro, at the same time.Whoever advances will face Macará of Ecuador in the tournament’s round of 16.Compared to the last match (a 2-1 loss to Botafog
  
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• Liverpool Ownership Talks Take Twist as Jeff Bezos Enters Picture

  22-07-2026 01:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Ownership Talks Take Twist as Jeff Bezos Enters PictureLiverpool Investment Talks Gain Momentum as Jeff Bezos Linked With Anfield ConsortiumLiverpool’s ownership picture has taken another fascinating turn, with fresh reporting from Sky News suggesting that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been approached about joining a consortium seeking to purchase a strategic minority stake in Liverpool Football Club.The report, written by Sky News City Editor Mark Kleinman, adds another intrigui
  
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• Iraola wants Mac Allister & Alisson to stay with Reds

  22-07-2026 00:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson played at the 2026 World Cup for Argentina and Brazil [Getty Images]Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola wants midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson to remain at the club.Argentina international Mac Allister has two years left on the five-year contract he signed at Liverpool when he joined the Reds in 2023. The 27-year-old has yet to begin talks over a new deal, which has prompted speculation he could leave Anfield this summer.However
  
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• What can Hearts pick from debris of ongoing summer of hurt?

  22-07-2026 00:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  There's crashing back to Earth with a bang, and there's whatever Hearts fans have been going through since 16 May.As if losing out on their first league title in 60 years with moments left of the season wasn't bad enough, they have been unceremoniously stripped for parts by Rangers.Captain, head coach, and talisman all gone, in that order. Soon though, it would be a new dawn, a new day, and a new man to throw their weight behind as they continue to try and upset the apple cart of Scottish footba
  
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• Haveron 'proud' of Larne efforts in Red Star defeat

  22-07-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Larne manager Gary Haveron said he was "proud" of his players' efforts in their 4-0 home defeat by Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League second qualifying round, first leg.The Inver Reds trailed at the break after Bruno Duarte converted from the spot, but the Serbian club would add another three in the second period as Duarte grabbed a second, while Vasilije Kostov and Muhammed Cham found the net to all but finish the tie off.Haveron felt his team can take a lot from the experience but accep
  
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• Bournemouth reject £64m bid from Chelsea for Scott

  21-07-2026 23:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alex Scott has two years left on his current contract with Bournemouth [Getty Images]Bournemouth have rejected a £64m bid from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott.The Cherries made it clear to the Blues that any further approaches would not be welcomed and that they intend to keep hold of one of their star players. However, it remains a difficult situation for the club as the England Under-21 international has rejected a new contract that has been on the table for at least two months. Arsena
  
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• Report: Barcelona preparing blockbuster move after Adeyemi deal

  21-07-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Barcelona preparing blockbuster move after Adeyemi dealBarcelona transfer latest as Karim Adeyemi nears and Julian Alvarez remains the dream signingBarcelona’s summer has started to reveal its shape, and with it a familiar blend of ambition, improvisation and intrigue. The broad picture emerging from The Athletic is one that will quicken pulses across Catalonia. A club that has so often operated under financial restraint now appears to have a little more room to breathe, a new forw
  
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• League Cup holders St Mirren come back from three down to win - round-up

  21-07-2026 23:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  League Cup holders St Mirren scored an injury-time winner to complete a remarkable comeback in a seven-goal thriller with League 1 visitors East Kilbride.Craig McLeish's side trailed last season's fourth-tier champions by three goals at the hour mark, before goals from Eseosa Sule, Ryan Carr, and Killian Phillips were followed by Malik Dijksteel's stoppage-time strike.It leaves the Paisley side on nine points with a final-day meeting with Dunfermline Athletic deciding who will win the group.Fell
  
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• Chelsea complete Morgan Rogers transfer in club record £117m deal from Aston Villa

  21-07-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers has completed a move to Chelsea from Aston Villa for an estimated £117 million, signing a seven-year contract to become the Blues’ new record signing. The 23-year-old's transfer to Stamford Bridge was finalised on Saturday.Chelsea secured Rogers' signature despite strong interest from Arsenal, who had been in talks with the England international and were considered favourites.The opportunity to work with new Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso was a key factor in persuading Rog
  
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• Chelsea, Arsenal and Spurs all want Rashford - Wednesday's gossip

  21-07-2026 23:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A trio of Premier League heavyweights all want Marcus Rashford, Arsenal are interested in Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa, and Nottingham Forest look set to sign a new defender.Tottenham, Chelsea and Arsenal are all plotting a move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, 28, but the Old Trafford hierarchy do not want to sell him to another English club. (The I - subscription required)Aston Villa's Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 33, is a target for Juventus while Arsenal are interested i
  
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• ‘I joined the biggest club in London’: Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers for British-record £117m ahead of Arsenal

  21-07-2026 23:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I joined the biggest club in London’: Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers for British-record £117m ahead of ArsenalChelsea have completed the signing of England international Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a British-record £117 million deal.The 23-year-old has put pen to paper on a contract running until 2033, ending interest from Arsenal and several other Premier League clubs.Rogers insists Chelsea’s long-term vision under new head coach Xabi Alonso convinced him to mak
  
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• Sunderland Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?

  21-07-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Ligue 1 Forward: Is He Worth The Fight?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Sunderland are facing stiff competition for Monaco forward Folarin Balogun. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats would have to rival Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, Everton, Leeds United and Fulham in the race to land the United States striker this summer.Balogun’s Impressive Numbers In Ligue 1Balogun enjoyed a good run of form at the F
  
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• Hamburg salute Kevin Keegan with special applause round: “In heaven, they still play football.”

  21-07-2026 23:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hamburg salute Kevin Keegan with special applause round: “In heaven, they still play football.”Speaking to the team and fans prior to a training camp session in Längenfeld, Austria, Hamburg board member Dr. Eric Huwer became the latest Hamburg figure to pay tribute to recently deceased Hamburg professional Kevin Keegan. The HSV Chief Financial officer – also a DFL Supervisory Board member – referenced a quote from club legend Uwe Seeler, who passed away four years ag
  
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• 🚨 It's official: Chelsea seal priciest deal of the summer

  21-07-2026 23:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 It's official: Chelsea seal priciest deal of the summerAfter it had been on the cards for quite some time, it is now official: Morgan Rogers is joining Chelsea FC. The 23-year-old thus becomes the most expensive transfer of this transfer window for now. According to various media reports, the Blues are paying around €137 million to Aston Villa. Villa had signed Rogers from Middlesbrough FC two years ago for just under €9.5 million. Last season, Rogers recorded 26 go
  
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• Liverpool Are Stepping Up Their Efforts To Sign This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: What Will He Bring To Anfield?

  21-07-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Stepping Up Their Efforts To Sign This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: What Will He Bring To Anfield?In a recent post on X, journalist Sebastien Vidal stated that Liverpool are stepping up their efforts to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. It has been mentioned that the Reds are ready to make a £85m bid to convince the French club to part ways with their prized asset this summer.Barcola’s Excellent Numbers In Ligue 1Barcola enjoyed a productive campaign at PS
  
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• Chelsea sign £117m Rogers - what will he bring?

  21-07-2026 23:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers made three starts and a further four substitute appearances for England at the World Cup [Getty Images]Chelsea have completed the signing of England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record transfer fee of £117m.On Monday, Rogers returned from the United States, having featured for England at the World Cup, to undergo a medical in London and sign a six-year contract with an option for a further year."I'm joining the biggest club in London," he said in hi
  
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