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• A set-piece specialist with an eye for goal

  24-07-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Christos Tzolis arrives in north London off the back of the best season of his career, but it has taken him time to show his quality.The Greek forward struggled to make an impact during a three-year spell at Norwich City, scoring three times in 30 appearances, but rebuilt his career away from Carrow Road.After impressing on loan in the 2023-24 season at German second-tier side Fortuna Dusseldorf, where he scored 24 goals in 35 games, he left Norwich for Club Brugge and quickly esta
  
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• After Maldini leaves in chaos, can Mancini bring calm?

  28-07-2026 16:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leonardo and Paolo Maldini, who worked together at AC Milan, lasted less than a month with Italy [Getty Images]They wanted Pep Guardiola. He turned them down.They asked Carlo Ancelotti. He wasn't interested.They turned to Andrea Pirlo. He was ruled out by their superiors.Now, the men making the approaches have walked out on their own jobs.Italy's search for a manager has ended with the hiring of Roberto Mancini, but only after descending into complete chaos and leading technical director to the
  
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• What will big-money signing Hogh bring to Celtic?

  28-07-2026 16:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]While unrest directed from the Celtic support towards the hierarchy has been verging on toxic, if it has not already reached that point, Martin O'Neill's side have yet to kick a ball in 2026-27 competitive action.Nevertheless, the club have been working on a reported record deal for an incoming player.The exit of Daizen Maeda, last season's title hero, following confirmation that Kelechi Iheanacho and Marcelo Saracchi would not be returning to Parkhead, cranked up the fury among th
  
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• 'Excellent' business but Palace must shed 'stepping stone' tag - fan views

  28-07-2026 16:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on how Crystal Palace can continue to progress when key assets are swiped away. The Eagles go into the new season off the back of a historic European success but despite such momentum look set to lose influential defender Maxence Lacroix to Chelsea.Here are some of your comments:Boab: We've always been a selling club. We find them, give them first team football and then they move on to a bigger club. Sad to see them go but that's the way we manage to st
  
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• Poll: Is Roberto Mancini the best man for the Italy job?

  28-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Poll: Is Roberto Mancini the best man for the Italy job?Roberto Mancini is officially back on the Italy bench after three years, but is the EURO 2020 winner the right man for the job in 2026?FIGC President Giovanni Malagò announced in this afternoon’s press conference that the decision had been made to hire Mancini as the Azzurri coach, with Claudio Ranieri taking over the technical director role from Paolo Maldini.Mancini is back for ItalyOLDENZAAL, NETHERLANDS – JUNE 17: Hea
  
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• If Ndiaye leaves, it'll be on Everton's terms

  28-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]It has almost felt inevitable that this summer's headlines would centre on Iliman Ndiaye.There have been claims for some time that clubs from around the globe were monitoring the winger but, with three years left on his current deal, has he really played his last game for Everton?For at least the past season it has been known the Senegal international was someone of interest to not just fellow Premier League sides, but also clubs in Europe - but David Moyes remained adamant Nd
  
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• Former Arsenal fan favourite training with Crystal Palace ahead of possible move

  28-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Arsenal fan favourite training with Crystal Palace ahead of possible moveTakehiro Tomiyasu is training with Crystal Palace and could potentially sign a contract with the south London club, with Venezia’s attempts to sign him stalling.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesFollowing recent media reports of Venezia interest in Takehiro Tomiyasu, La Gazzetta dello Sport wrote on Tuesday that updates on the situation were expected imminently.Those updates have now arrived, but not in the mann
  
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• Danny Welbeck wanted by Chelsea

  28-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Danny Welbeck wanted by ChelseaDanny Welbeck has emerged as a target for Chelsea, with the former Arsenal striker valued as much for his leadership as his goals.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesChelsea are exploring a move for former Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck, with the experienced forward emerging as a target as the club look to add leadership and proven Premier League quality to a youthful, and impetuous squad.Reports suggest Chelsea have already held positive discussions with Brighton &
  
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• Bournemouth turned down two Barcelona offers for Éli Junior Kroupi

  28-07-2026 16:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth turned down two Barcelona offers for Éli Junior KroupiAFC Bournemouth are reported to have recently turned down two offers from FC Barcelona for Éli Junior Kroupi (20), according to L’Équipe. Their value is said to amount to less than €100m.As the Catalan club’s Plan B should the deal for Julián Alvarez (26) – who is keen to join them – fall through, the Frenchman – under contract until 2030 – is understood to have
  
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• Barcelona winger set to join pre-season camp tomorrow as huge challenge awaits

  28-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona winger set to join pre-season camp tomorrow as huge challenge awaitsAccording to MARCA, Raphinha is set to join FC Barcelona’s pre-season training camp at St. George’s Park on Wednesday after the squad travelled to England earlier this week. The winger will join the rest of the squad after having completed his vacations following a disappointing World Cup campaign with Brazil during which he suffered an injury.The Brazilian international faces a demanding season ahead, with
  
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• Agent: ‘I wanted to sell Mancini, but he loves Roma, Frattesi developing situation’

  28-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Agent: ‘I wanted to sell Mancini, but he loves Roma, Frattesi developing situation’Agent Beppe Riso reveals Gianluca Mancini ‘wanted to remain at Roma at all costs’ even turning down more money, while Davide Frattesi ‘has a developing situation’ to consider with Inter.The representative spoke to reporters including FCInter1908 as he left a meeting.It had been reported earlier in the summer that defender Mancini had received proposals, including from within Ser
  
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• Grimsby sign two as captain Green extends deal

  28-07-2026 16:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cian Doyle scored five goals and had 11 assists in his 53 league games for Bray [Getty Images]Grimsby Town have signed Bray Wanderers midfielder Cian Doyle for an undisclosed fee on a two-year contract, and Hull City goalkeeper Harvey Cartwright on a season-long loan.Doyle, 21, scored five times in 53 league games for the League of Ireland First Division side.Cartwright, 24, previously spent a season on loan with the Mariners in 2023-24 and made 32 appearances in all competitions.Meanwhile, capt
  
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• 🎧Skipp reflects on Foxes' pre-season camp in Spain

  28-07-2026 16:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leicester City midfielder Oliver Skipp features on the latest edition of BBC Radio Leicester's When You're Smiling podcast to talk about how pre-season preparations at the Foxes are progressing.The 25-year-old spoke following Leicester's 3-3 draw with Malaga, in what was the League One club's final fixture of their pre-season camp in Spain last week.Before that, the Foxes had beaten Cadiz on their travels, and got the better of Northampton Town in friendly matches since Leicester boss Russell Ma
  
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• Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Essential FPL tips for the season ahead

  28-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Essential FPL tips for the season aheadWith the 2026/27 Premier League season on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start formulating your Fantasy Premier League (FPL) squad.Without further ado, read on as we offer our essential fantasy football tips for the season ahead, starting with a look at the budget busters.Big-hitters are worth the expensePlenty of FPL managers built their squad around Gabriel, Bruno Fernandes and Erling Braut Haaland last season. Man
  
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• Dumfries shares his thoughts after first day at Real Madrid: ‘Very proud and happy to be here’

  28-07-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dumfries shares his thoughts after first day at Real Madrid: ‘Very proud and happy to be here’Real Madrid new signing Denzel Dumfries joined the first-team squad for pre-season on Tuesday, becoming the first summer arrival to train under Jose Mourinho. The Dutch right-back completed his first full day of work at Real Madrid City, where he was introduced to the Portuguese coach’s methods.Having already visited Valdebebas on Monday to meet his new teammates and hold an initial co
  
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• Falkirk sign 'tall boy' Gardner on three-year deal

  28-07-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Falkirk have signed midfielder Joe Gardner from Nottingham Forest on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.Irishman Gardner, 21, has made 29 senior appearances, with one coming at Forest and the rest on loan at Lincoln City and Mansfield, scoring once for both of those clubs.Bairns manager John McGlynn told club media: "He's a player we've been after for some time since we first looked at him a couple of years ago but we were never really in a position to get him here."He ha
  
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• PSG ruled out of chase for world class midfielder by latest Spanish report

  28-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG ruled out of chase for world class midfielder by latest Spanish reportPSG were linked with a move for Man City midfielder Rodri in recent weeks, but Marca has now ruled them out of the picture.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Midfielder Rodri is set to leave Man City this summer, and until recently PSG were listed as a potential destination.However, today’s update from Ma
  
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• An 'insult' letting Henderson leave on a free transfer 'to a local rival'

  28-07-2026 16:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked how you are feeling about Brentford potentially letting Jordan Henderson join Chelsea for free?Here are some of your comments:Ken: Letting him go on a free transfer to a local rival is an insult. Demand at least £20m. Experience and cheerleading shouldn't go cheaply.Tom: I'd be happy for him to go. He's clearly a good bloke to have around and a positive influence - and he came in and filled a gap when needed. But he's the third-choice defensive midfielder now at
  
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• Video: Canada star David returns to Juventus training after World Cup

  28-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Canada star David returns to Juventus training after World CupCanada international Jonathan David has returned to Turin to undergo routine medical tests and resume training with Juventus ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.The former Lille striker is about to start his second season at the Allianz Stadium.Today marks his first day in the 2026-27 season as the Canadian arrived at the Juventus training centre in Turin to undergo routine medical examinations before starting his pre-season.His Juve
  
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• Real Madrid take to the transfer market in search of new striker

  28-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid take to the transfer market in search of new strikerThe final few weeks of the summer transfer window will be busy for Real Madrid, who are planning for at least two more signings. Club bosses are hoping to tie up deals for Yan Diomande and Rodri in the coming weeks, and while this would complete Jose Mourinho’s squad, there are chances for further additions – but this would only happen if Real Madrid sold certain players.A new central defender will be sought if Raul Asen
  
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• Free-agent striker still waiting for Barcelona as Turkish giants grow frustrated

  28-07-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free-agent striker still waiting for Barcelona as Turkish giants grow frustratedDusan Vlahovic remains without a club after becoming a free agent on 1 July after his contract at Juventus expired.,Now, according to MARCA, the Serbian striker is continuing to delay a decision on his future while hoping for an opportunity to join Barcelona.Several years ago, Juventus paid around €75 million to sign Vlahovic after his impressive performances with Fiorentina made him one of Serie A’s most
  
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• Two Liverpool stars return to training ahead of the new season

  28-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two Liverpool stars return to training ahead of the new seasonLiverpool Pre-Season Update as Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo Return to AXA Training CentreLiverpool’s pre-season has been split in two. One group is in the United States, playing matches and doing the commercial legwork. Another is at the AXA Training Centre, putting in the hard yards away from the noise. That is the reality of a summer shaped by the 2026 FIFA World Cup and staggered player returns.The latest development is str
  
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• Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Everton competing with Inter Milan, Al-Hilal, Real Sociedad for NEOM’s Nathan Zézé

  28-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Everton competing with Inter Milan, Al-Hilal, Real Sociedad for NEOM’s Nathan ZézéA year after leaving FC Nantes for the Saudi club NEOM SC in a €20m deal, Nathan Zézé (21) could well use the summer transfer window to return to European football.At the forefront of the changes taking place in the Gulf – a region currently shaken by the war between Iran and the United States – the side that finished eighth in the l
  
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• Mancini re-appointed Italy manager

  28-07-2026 15:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto Mancini was inducted into the Italian Football Hall of Fame in 2015 [Getty Images]Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy manager for a second time.Gennaro Gattuso left in April after Italy failed to qualify for a third successive World Cup.Andrea Pirlo was set to take over but on Monday pulled out following controversy over his ties to a Russian betting company."I believed that the best person to become head coach was Roberto Mancini," said Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president
  
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• Report: Everton considering move to sign Chelsea forward

  28-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton considering move to sign Chelsea forwardEverton Eye Liam Delap Transfer as Chelsea Weigh Striker ExitEverton are seriously exploring a move for Liam Delap as they assess attacking reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League season, with Sports Boom reporting that the Toffees are considering whether they can offer the Chelsea forward a route back to regular football.The 23-year-old arrived at Stamford Bridge in June 2025 on a six-year contract for around £30 million after
  
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• Italy: First Mancini and Ranieri press conference announced

  28-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy: First Mancini and Ranieri press conference announcedNew Italy coach Roberto Mancini and technical director Claudio Ranieri will hold their first press conference tomorrow at 18:00 CET, Giovanni Malagò announced.Mancini is set to return as Italy’s head coach for a second stint, Malagò confirmed during a press conference on Tuesday.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channel“It is very positive that both Roberto Mancini and Claudio Ranie
  
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• Revealed: Enzo Maresca’s first words to Elliot Anderson and Man City midfielder’s family

  28-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: Enzo Maresca’s first words to Elliot Anderson and Man City midfielder’s familyMaresca’s opening exchange with £116M star Elliot Anderson has been caught by in-house mediaThe Man City manager told Anderson he can call him “anything, anything” at any timeMaresca urged Anderson to “enjoy this moment” before pre-season gets underwayThe opening exchange between Enzo Maresca and his first signing as Manchester City manager has been revealed by
  
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• Newcastle United walked out of the race to sign Sunderland-bound Dayann Methalie

  28-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United walked out of the race to sign Sunderland-bound Dayann MethalieNewcastle United have walked out of the race to sign Toulouse left-back Dayann Methalie (20) with their Premier League rivals Sunderland AFC now the clear favourites to sign the France U21 international in a €30m deal, according to The Guardian. The Black Cats, who are set to compete in the UEFA Europa League next season, have already secured an agreement on personal terms with Methalie over a five-year con
  
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• Italy saga: Everything Malagò said on Mancini, Ranieri, Pirlo and Maldini

  28-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy saga: Everything Malagò said on Mancini, Ranieri, Pirlo and MaldiniEverything FIGC President Giovanni Malagò said covering the Andrea Pirlo controversy, Paolo Maldini resignation, arrival of new Italy coach Roberto Mancini and technical director Claudio Ranieri.The Italian football world has been turned on its head in the space of 17 wild days, because that is when Paolo Maldini was named as the technical director of Club Italia, with Leonardo as special advisor.BERGAMO, ITAL
  
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• Real Madrid make Vinicius new contract offer as Arsenal prepare

  28-07-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make Vinicius new contract offer as Arsenal prepareReal Madrid have made a fresh contract offer to Vinicius Junior, whilst Arsenal preparing to submit a bid for the winger.Photo by Pedro Salado/Getty ImagesFlorian Plettenberg reports that Real Madrid have now sent a counter-offer to Vinicius Junior and his camp to extend his contract. Real are hoping to reach an agreement after months of unsuccessful negotiations, and they’re aware of Arsenal’s interest in the player.Mean
  
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