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• 🚨 Reports: shock move on after all?! Rodri joins Barça

  16-08-2026 20:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Reports: shock move on after all?! Rodri joins BarçaAfter the deal reportedly seemed close to collapsing at times, it now appears to be official. Manchester City superstar Rodri is joining FC Barcelona. That is being reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano and Fernando Polo of 'Mundo Deportivo'.According to the reports, the clubs have agreed on the transfer, and the contract is expected to be signed in the near future. The transfer fee for the world champion is not known, bu
  
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• 🚨 Official: Le Mans sign a 2018 World Cup winner!

  18-08-2026 09:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Official: Le Mans sign a 2018 World Cup winner!The last dance?It’s official: Djibril Sidibé is joining Le Mans for two seasons!The 2018 World Cup winner signed with the newly promoted Ligue 1 side this Tuesday morning.After two seasons with Toulouse, Sidibé is set to discover the fifth French club of his career, after Troyes, Lille and Monaco.At 34, the right-back will bring his experience to the underdogs of this 2026-2027 Ligue 1 season.This article was translated
  
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• Al-Hilal Step Up Pursuit of Barcelona Midfielder Marc Casadó

  18-08-2026 09:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Al-Hilal Step Up Pursuit of Barcelona Midfielder Marc CasadóAl-Hilal have made fresh contact over Marc Casadó, with the Barcelona midfielder’s departure from Camp Nou now looking increasingly likely, according to transfer expert Matteo Moretto. The 22-year-old was left out of Barça’s pre-season squad for the friendlies against Nottingham Forest and Udinese, a decision that has sharpened talk of a move to the Saudi Pro League.Why Casadó is edging towards th
  
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• Is Haaland worth the price? Pick Rogers or Palmer? Five key FPL questions

  18-08-2026 09:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC Sport]With three days to go until the start of the Fantasy Premier League season, there are plenty of questions still to be answered about how teams will line up and which players are worth selecting.Here, BBC Sport's team of FPL experts - Pras, Holly Shand, Gianni Buttice and FPL Heisenberg - debate some of the big talking points to help you start the season with a bang.You can join the BBC Sport League on the official Fantasy Premier League game using the code bbcfpl - or by clicking this
  
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• Fratton Park expansion not a priority - Eisner

  18-08-2026 09:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Portsmouth owner Michael Eisner has said an expansion to Fratton Park is not currently high on his list of priorities. The 84-year-old has owned Pompey since purchasing the club in 2017 and after seven seasons in League One, managed to get the club into the second tier in 2024. Over nine years in charge of the side, Eisner has funded a number of projects at Fratton Park including the more recent development of the North Stand and Milton End. With thousands of supporters waiting on the club's sea
  
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• Mourinho’s pre-season hints reveal potential Real Madrid starting XI for 2026/27 season

  18-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho’s pre-season hints reveal potential Real Madrid starting XI for 2026/27 seasonJose Mourinho has had an excellent pre-season upon his return to Real Madrid, managing to instil numerous ideas over the past few weeks.The Portuguese tactician has been excellently backed by the board, who have brought him as many as six signings to add to the squad’s firepower.Jose might have recovered his first-team stars in batches due to the World Cup, but it does feel like he has a fair idea
  
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• Barcelona increasingly worried Hansi Flick-preferred target is slipping away

  18-08-2026 09:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona increasingly worried Hansi Flick-preferred target is slipping awayBarcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez has reached a point where hope and reality are beginning to pull in different directions.The club has not abandoned the idea of signing the Atletico Madrid forward, but according to Víctor Navarro of COPE, there is a growing belief inside Barcelona that completing the operation will be extremely difficult.That does not mean the door is closed. Not yet.Barcelona are prepa
  
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• Gunners make ominous statement

  18-08-2026 09:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It's the same lament every year, usually from the losers, that "you don't learn anything from the Community Shield season opener".Sometimes this tie sees the worthy league champions play against a side that has had a good cup run but aren't really the other 'best' team in England. This time however, it was Arsenal and Man City, clearly the two favourites for this season's Premier League title.If, as it is often proposed, the Community Shield is little more than a glorified friendly
  
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• Is gap between Champions League and Championship getting smaller?

  18-08-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Last season, the Premier League was arguably more competitive than it has been for years.While the 65 points between champions Arsenal and bottom side Wolves was around the average for a 38-game season (63), a real revolution took place in mid-table.Since the league was reduced to 20 teams in 1995-96, the gap between the top four and the bottom three – between what has often been the Champions League and the Championship – had been increasing as the seasons went by, wit
  
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• Depay takes pay cut to stay at Corinthians

  18-08-2026 09:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Memphis Depay joined Corinthians after leaving Atletico Madrid in May 2024 [Getty Images]Memphis Depay agreed to take a pay cut to remain at Corinthians - days after the Brazilian club decided against renewing his contract.The former Manchester United forward accused Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" last week after the club withdrew a previously agreed extension on a two-year deal signed in 2024. But Corinthians president Osmar Stabile has now confirmed the Netherlands forward has reduced
  
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• His future is uncertain: Star wants to play for Liverpool

  18-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  His future is uncertain: Star wants to play for LiverpoolOne star wants to play for Liverpool this upcoming season. His future, however, is incredibly uncertain.Liverpool will kick their season off in a week's time. Despite that, we're really not clear on what their squad will look like. The Reds have been slow to make major changes and while the likes of Ronald Araujo, Victor Munoz and Jeremy Jacquet have come in, they haven't necessarily replaced those who went out.But on top of that, more may
  
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• Andoni Iraola has seen enough: He wants £30m midfielder gone

  18-08-2026 09:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola has seen enough: He wants £30m midfielder goneLiverpool have got several midfielders who are uncertain of their immediate futures. Fringe players like Harvey Elliott and Stefan Bajcetic could be set for the exit before the transfer window closes.Elliott hasn’t grasped his chance during preseason following his return from an unsuccessful loan at Aston Villa. The 23-year-old has less than a year on his contract and it would be understandable if Richard Hughes listened to
  
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• Real Madrid offered €45 million for Barcelona-bound superstar – report

  18-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid offered €45 million for Barcelona-bound superstar – reportOnce it emerged that Rodri would not be signing a new contract at Manchester City, it quickly became clear that he wanted to return to Spain and preferably play for Real Madrid.Los Blancos and Florentino Perez were initially apprehensive about making a move before deciding to go in and sign the midfielder.However, simultaneously, Barcelona also positioned themselves to sign the Spaniard following Frenkie de Jong&rsq
  
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• Barcelona fan-favourite’s €55m Manchester United transfer links have no basis – Romano

  18-08-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona fan-favourite’s €55m Manchester United transfer links have no basis – RomanoRumours gathered pace quickly: Barcelona needed money, Rodri was arriving, competition in midfield was increasing and Gavi had suddenly emerged as a possible sacrifice.Manchester United were even linked with a €40 million offer plus another €15 million in variables for the Spanish international.But Fabrizio Romano has now moved to shut the story down completely.Speaking about the grow
  
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• 🥐☕️FC Ptit Déj: World Cup final ref-cam, Messi's EA FC card evolution

  18-08-2026 08:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐☕️FC Ptit Déj: World Cup final ref-cam, Messi's EA FC card evolutionThe ref cam from the World Cup final 📹FIFA has released footage from the referee’s ref cam during the 2026 World Cup final. In this sequence, Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić advises Lionel Messi to “control” Leandro Paredes, who had already been shown a yellow card.Here is a longer excerpt from the Spain-Argentina ref cam...The evolution of Messi’s card on EA
  
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• David Moyes breaks silence on Everton’s transfer plans

  18-08-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David Moyes breaks silence on Everton’s transfer plansEverton Transfer News: David Moyes Wants More Signings Before DeadlineEverton’s summer rebuild remains very much a work in progress, with David Moyes making it clear that further additions are required before the transfer window closes.The Toffees have already completed five signings and committed around £74m to strengthening the squad, but Moyes believes there are still significant gaps to address.For Everton, this transfer
  
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• Confirmed: Two huge Liverpool fixtures have been rescheduled

  18-08-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Two huge Liverpool fixtures have been rescheduledLiverpool Fixture Changes Confirmed as Man City and Arsenal Games Move for TVLiverpool now know the shape of a key stretch in their autumn schedule, with two major Premier League fixtures moved for live television coverage.The headline changes are simple enough. Manchester City will visit Anfield on Sunday 11 October, while Arsenal will arrive on Sunday 1 November. Both matches kick off at 4:30pm. Both are marquee fixtures. Both will dr
  
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• Hatate rejects Celtic exit options - gossip

  18-08-2026 08:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]Celtic midfielder rejects transfer approaches as Rangers close in on deal for right-back from Premier League...Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate, 28, has turned down transfer interest from Austria, Greece and the United States. (Herald - subscription required)Japan international Hatate wants to play in one of Europe's top five leagues. (Glasgow Times)Celtic have held talks over a potential deal for Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Balazs Toth, with the 27-year-old Hungarian turning down a new deal at
  
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• Todd Boehly open to selling stake in Chelsea

  18-08-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Todd Boehly is open to selling his stake in Chelsea to majority owners Clearlake Capital. TheFinancial Timesreported on Monday that Chelsea chairman Boehly and director Mark Walter were in talks to sell their 12.8 per cent stakes to Clearlake, who are led by Behdad Eghbali. Rumours of a rift between Boehly and Eghbali, whose Clearlake owns 61.5 per cent take, first surfaced in 2024 and it was reported the pair had explored how they could buy the other out. Walter is reportedly also selling the L
  
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• 🥐 Arrivals, exits and transfers: 5️⃣ stories shaping Tuesday

  18-08-2026 08:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 Arrivals, exits and transfers: 5️⃣ stories shaping TuesdayThe 2026 summer transfer market is entering its final days with blockbuster moves in Barcelona, big-money sales in Chamartín, and maximum tension in LaLiga’s offices.Rodri sparks Barça madnessThe Madrid-born midfielder is already in Barcelona. Rodri arrives after completing negotiations with Manchester City, and he will sign for Barça later today. After passing his medical, the blaugrana c
  
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• Revealed: Why Rodri chose Barcelona over Real Madrid despite receiving similar financial offers

  18-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Why Rodri chose Barcelona over Real Madrid despite receiving similar financial offersSpanish midfield star Rodri arrived in Barcelona yesterday after leaving Manchester City to undergo his medical and sign for the Catalan club.While Real Madrid appear to have moved on from the saga that saw them miss out on the 30-year-old, doubts still linger over how Los Blancos lost the initiative in the race.For a very long time, it looked like Rodri would not go anywhere other than back to Madrid
  
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• Barcelona ready to wait until deadline day for priority target; could also return in January

  18-08-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona ready to wait until deadline day for priority target; could also return in JanuaryBarcelona have no intention of abandoning their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, even if a deal proves impossible before the summer transfer window closes.According to Jota Jordi on El Chiringuito TV (h/t FCB World), the Catalan giants are prepared to keep the operation alive until the final moments of the window. Furthermore, should Atletico Madrid continue to block a move, Barcelona could return for the
  
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• Haaland's main rivals for the Premier League Golden Boot

  18-08-2026 08:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland won the Premier League Golden Boot last season with 27 goals [Getty Images]Erling Haaland will be hoping for a record-equalling fourth Premier League Golden Boot this season.With four-time winner Mohamed Salah no longer at Liverpool, the route might appear even more open for him - so who stands in Haaland's way?BBC Sport looks at the contenders to be the league's top scorer - and what is usually needed to win it.Get news, insight and fan views on your Premier League teamAll your f
  
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• Real Madrid superstar in ‘great’ physical shape after vacation – report

  18-08-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid superstar in ‘great’ physical shape after vacation – reportKylian Mbappe participated in only one pre-season game for Real Madrid this summer, and it was the clash against Schalke at the weekend.Starting that game as his first appearance under Jose Mourinho, the Frenchman took just six minutes to get on the scoresheet once more.The player is coming off a sensational World Cup, where he led France from the front and finished as the top scorer in the event. Back at Re
  
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• Atletico Madrid ready to sell Julian Alvarez – but not to Barcelona

  18-08-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid ready to sell Julian Alvarez – but not to BarcelonaThe Julian Alvarez to Barcelona transfer story has taken another major turn, with Atletico Madrid now open to selling the Argentine striker this summer.However, according to El Chiringuito TV, there is one outcome Atletico are determined to avoid: watching Alvarez join Barcelona.The 26-year-old remains keen to leave Atletico and believes the club could eventually be forced to negotiate his departure. Barcelona are his
  
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• The amount Real Madrid earned from their pre-season friendly against Schalke – report

  18-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The amount Real Madrid earned from their pre-season friendly against Schalke – reportWith most first-team stars joining pre-season late, Real Madrid did not plan out an elaborate pre-season or preparatory tour ahead of the new campaign this time around.After the games against Levante, Fiorentina, Ferencvaros and Deportivo de A Coruna, many big stars returned just before Real Madrid’s final pre-season game of the summer against Schalke.Needless to say, that game was the most followed
  
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• Key reason why Rodri chose Barcelona over Real Madrid despite identical contract offers – report

  18-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Key reason why Rodri chose Barcelona over Real Madrid despite identical contract offers – reportBarcelona’s move for Rodri over Real Madrid was not decided by money, according to a report from MARCA, with the Spanish midfielder instead placing greater importance on the sporting project offered to him.According to the outlet, both Barcelona and Real Madrid were prepared to offer Rodri a very similar contract. Financially, there was little to separate the two proposals, meaning th
  
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• Breakouts & wildcards - 13 surprise stars for new season

  18-08-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Eli Junior Kroupi, Igor Thiago and Nico O'Reilly were among the breakout stars who made their mark on the Premier League last season - but who will be next?BBC Sport's TV and radio commentators have picked 13 players they believe are worth watching out for over the next few months.Whether they are new signings, wonder kids or late bloomers, here are some unfamiliar faces of all ages who might make a name for themselves in the new campaign.1. Sean Steur - Newcastle UnitedAge: 18 Position: Ce
  
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• Xabi Alonso ready to giftwrap £73m Chelsea star for Liverpool

  18-08-2026 07:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso ready to giftwrap £73m Chelsea star for LiverpoolLiverpool have been struggling at right-back ever since Trent Alexander-Arnold left the club for Real Madrid. Richard Hughes offered Conor Bradley a contract extension - and added Jeremie Frimpong for around £30m from Bayer Leverkusen.But Bradley has been out of action since January owing to a bad knee injury and Frimpong has appeared ill at ease at right-back throughout an uncertain first year at Anfield.Joe Gomez, Curtis
  
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• An interesting update has emerged on how Manchester City will use an England international

  18-08-2026 07:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An interesting update has emerged on how Manchester City will use an England internationalElliot Anderson has now got his Manchester City debut out of the way. Anderson played the first 60 minutes of Manchester City’s 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Community Shield. Anderson, like many of his teammates, didn’t exactly set the world on fire. However, the England international showed enough good signs to indicate that he will be a very good player for Enzo Maresca’s side once he
  
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