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• Alvaro Arbeloa makes Real Madrid star his top target at Fulham

  08-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alvaro Arbeloa makes Real Madrid star his top target at FulhamAfter finally being confirmed as Fulham manager on Tuesday, former Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has got to work on identifying the players that he wants added to his squad during the ongoing summer transfer window. As expected, he’s looking to his former club for reinforcements, and he’s already identified several targets.Within hours of Arbeloa being confirmed as the new head coach of Fulham, it was reported that
  
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• Lionel Messi named to third straight MLS All-Star Game roster. Will he play?

  08-07-2026 20:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi was one of 29 players named to the MLS All-Star team on Wednesday. The Inter Miami star leads the league with 20 goal contributions and is tied for second with 12 goals in 14 games.Messi, currently with Argentina as they prepare for a World Cupquarterfinal match against Switzerland, was one of 11 players voted on to the roster. Sixteen others, including Messi's international and club teammate Rodrigo De Paul, were selected by MLS All-Star head coach Dean Smith. Toronto FC's Richie L
  
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• Arsenal target Guimaraes asks to leave Newcastle

  08-07-2026 20:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bruno Guimaraes was part of the Brazil squad at this year's World Cup [Getty Images]Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the midfielder.The Brazil international, who arrived from Lyon in 2022, has been a player of interest for the Premier League champions this summer.The Gunners had looked into approaches for either Guimaraes or his former team-mate Sandro Tonali, who has now joined Tottenham for an initial £92.5m, as they look to bolste
  
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• Manchester United reignite contact with Julian Ryerson’s entourage 

  08-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United reignite contact with Julian Ryerson’s entourage Manchester United have been in contact with Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Ryerson representatives over a possible move, according to BILD. Borussia Dortmund want to offer the Norwegian right back, who is currently playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a new contract. Dortmund consider the player a key leader within the squad, however, BVB will only consider selling the 28-year-old if an offer in excess of €3
  
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• Manchester United Are Still In The Hunt For This Bournemouth Midfielder: Should Carrick Snap Him Up?

  08-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Still In The Hunt For This Bournemouth Midfielder: Should Carrick Snap Him Up?In a recent report, The Sun claimed that Manchester United are still in the hunt for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. It has been mentioned that the Red Devils are hoping to sign the English talent despite Bournemouth’s £80m valuation for their prized asset.Scott’s Good Run Of Form In The Premier LeagueScott enjoyed a solid campaign at the English club after he put in a series
  
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• No Khalaili breakthrough for Inter, new €23m plus bonus offer rejected

  08-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No Khalaili breakthrough for Inter, new €23m plus bonus offer rejectedInter have reportedly now had two offers for Anan Khalaili rejected, as they are still nowhere near the €30m asking price set by Union Saint-Gilloise, while Galatasaray now go for Liverpool’s Curtis Jones.The Nerazzurri fans are having a very frustrating summer, as yet another target seems to be drifting away after weeks of negotiations and drip-feed improvements in rebuffed bids.BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – MAY 1
  
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• Fenerbahce finalizing agreement for Greenwood

  08-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fenerbahce finalizing agreement for GreenwoodMason Greenwood is the signing Gian Piero Gasperini dreamed of starting Roma’s training camp with. The Englishman is currently getting further and further away from the Roman club. Despite rumors of an agreement with the player near Trigoria, there has never been any real push to close the deal, and Fenerbahçe is now ready to bring the 2001-born player to Turkey. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Turkish club has submitted an official o
  
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• Chelsea confirm signing of Sporting CP winger Geovany Quenda on long-term deal

  08-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea confirm signing of Sporting CP winger Geovany Quenda on long-term dealChelsea have confirmed the signing of highly-rated winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP, with the Portugal Under-21 international becoming the latest young talent to arrive at Stamford Bridge.The 19-year-old has signed a long-term contract running until 2034 as Chelsea continue their policy of investing in some of Europe’s brightest emerging players.Quenda arrives in west London after establishing himself as on
  
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• Barcelona youngster hopes to win over Flick during pre-season after World Cup breakthrough

  08-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona youngster hopes to win over Flick during pre-season after World Cup breakthroughJust a month ago, Hamza Abdelkarim was largely unknown to most football fans. Today, the Egyptian striker returns from the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a growing reputation. And, heading into the summer, the 18-year-old has a new key objective: convincing Hansi Flick that he deserves a place in Barcelona’s first-team plans, reports MARCA.A remarkable riseAbdelkarim’s progress over the past few month
  
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• Trump's revenge? Belgium to demand new training ground from FIFA

  08-07-2026 20:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trump's revenge? Belgium to demand new training ground from FIFABelgium knocked World Cup hosts USA out of the tournament and will now face Spain in the quarter-finals. But two days before the showdown, there has been a minor setback. After arriving in Los Angeles, the Belgian Football Association apparently found that the pitch at the training ground at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) did not meet the minimum requirements. In addition to the Belgian outlet 'LeSoir', English reporter
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea confirm signing of 19-year-old winger

  08-07-2026 20:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea confirm signing of 19-year-old wingerChelsea have confirmed the signing of 19-year-old winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting.The Portugal under-21 talent arrives at Stamford Bridge on an eight-year deal after a £40m fee was agreed between the clubs.Quenda heads to the Premier League after making over 80 appearances for Sporting.Speaking after his move to West London, the Portuguese teenager said, "It feels great to be here."Chelsea is a great team and I
  
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• Liverpool legend makes surprise claim about Real Madrid

  08-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool legend makes surprise claim about Real MadridThroughout their time as a club, Liverpool have had some outstanding players. Mohamed Salah is arguably the Reds' best in recent memory but, alongside him, there are many others who have gained legendary status at Anfield.Jurgen Klopp's era was one of the best times in Liverpool's history and, the German solidified himself as one of the Reds' greats thanks to the sheer amount of success he brought to L4.He put Liverpool back on the map as on
  
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• Real Madrid consider only one midfielder as sellable; want at least €80 million – report

  08-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid consider only one midfielder as sellable; want at least €80 million – reportReal Madrid have already completed two key midfield moves this summer, officially confirming Dani Ceballos’ departure and the arrival of Bernardo Silva.Despite continued speculation surrounding several midfielders, no further changes have taken place in that area of the squad.According to reported Ramon Alvarez (h/t Defensa Central), only one midfielder could still leave before the transfer w
  
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• Manchester City Are The Mix To Sign This Real Madrid Midfielder: Good Signing For Maresca?

  08-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Are The Mix To Sign This Real Madrid Midfielder: Good Signing For Maresca?In a recent print edition, Mundo Deportivo revealed that Manchester City are in the mix to sign Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. It has been mentioned that the Mancunian club are eyeing a move to secure the services of the French talent later this year.Camavinga’s Impressive Form In The Premier LeagueCamavinga enjoyed a good run of form at the Madrid club recently as he put in a string of imp
  
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• Bologna close to Gunther for €3m, ask Inter for talent on loan

  08-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna close to Gunther for €3m, ask Inter for talent on loanBologna are on the verge of securing Elversberg left-back Lasse Gunther in a deal worth €3m, claim Sportitalia, while also asking Inter for Ebeneezer Akinsanmiro and Yanis Massolin on loan.The Rossoblu are rebuilding in the image of new coach Domenico Tedesco and that means shaking up the personnel.Bologna ready to grab GuntherSPIESEN-ELVERSBERG, GERMANY – MAY 17: Lasse Guenther of SV Elversberg is challenged by Tobias
  
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• Leeds confirm Wilson arrival on free transfer

  08-07-2026 20:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Wilson has won 69 caps for Wales [Getty Images]Leeds United have confirmed the signing of Wales international Harry Wilson on a four-year contract.The 29-year-old attacking midfielder joins as a free agent after his contract expired at Fulham at the end of June. Wilson, who joined the Cottagers from Liverpool for £12m in 2022 after a loan spell, enjoyed his best goalscoring return in the Premier League last term with 10 goals in 36 appearances."When the season finished and I became a
  
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• Guimaraes asks to leave amid Arsenal interest

  08-07-2026 20:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Captain Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the midfielder.The Brazil international, who arrived from Lyon in 2022, has been a player of interest for the Premier League champions this summer.Although Newcastle have had no direct contact from Arsenal, Mikel Arteta's side are now poised to make a fresh offer for Guimaraes, who missed a penalty for Brazil as they exited the World Cup in the last 16 to Norway on Sunday.Newcastle do
  
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• Chelsea announce £40m Quenda signing

  08-07-2026 20:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Quenda has already made 86 appearances in Sporting's first team since his debut, aged 16 [Getty Images]Chelsea have announced the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a deal worth £40m.The 19-year-old has signed an eight-year contract and becomes the second arrival announced under new manager Xabi Alonso, following the £42m signing of Atalanta full-back Marco Palestra.However, the Portugal under-21 international agreed to join Chelsea as far back as March 2025 during Enzo Mar
  
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• Nice to launch legal proceedings against Marseille Sporting Director Gregory Lorenzi

  08-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nice to launch legal proceedings against Marseille Sporting Director Gregory LorenziINEOS-owned Ligue 1 side OGC Nice has confirmed that it will launch legal proceedings against Olympique de Marseille Sporting Director Gregory Lorenzi. The former Stade Brestois executive was initially set to succeed Florian Maurice as head of Nice’s sporting policy, with Les Aiglons claiming Lorenzi signed a contract.However, Lorenzi had a change of heart, resigned from his post and eventually jo
  
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• Report: Arsenal book medical with French free agent transfer close to completion

  08-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal book medical with French free agent transfer close to completionArsenal closing in on Illan Meslier as goalkeeper depth becomes clearArsenal are set to complete the signing of Illan Meslier on a free transfer, with an agreement in place and the deal now moving towards its final steps. The former Leeds United goalkeeper has not yet had his medical, but barring any issue, he will join Mikel Arteta’s squad as a low-risk addition with a very specific role.Photo IMAGOThis is a s
  
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• Première Ligue: Émilie Byrnak signs for RC Strasbourg from Swedish giants BK Häcken

  08-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Première Ligue: Émilie Byrnak signs for RC Strasbourg from Swedish giants BK HäckenRC Strasbourg have signed 23-year-old Danish centre-back Émilie Carlberg Byrnak after her loan to German side Hoffenheim ahead of the 2026/27 Arkema Première Ligue season. The defender signs from Swedish outfit BK Häcken.The French side struggled in the league last season, finishing seventh out of twelve. Head coach Vincent Nogueira will be hoping Byrnak will shore up their le
  
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• How to watch France vs Morocco live: Stream, TV channel, team news, prediction

  08-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France and Morocco meet in Boston on Thursday in what promises to be a brilliant 2026 World Cup quarterfinal. This is a repeat of an epic World Cup semifinal in 2022. WATCH — France v Morocco en EspanolThe French team have looked imperious so far at this World Cup, scoring 14 goals and they beat Paraguay 1-0 in a feisty Fourth of July last 16 game in Philadelphia. Kylian Mbappe has seven goals and is stepping up for Didier Deschamps' side as the French are going for it in games with their
  
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• Homecoming Complete: Olympic Champion Shelina Zadorsky Joins AFC Toronto

  08-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Homecoming Complete: Olympic Champion Shelina Zadorsky Joins AFC TorontoAFC Toronto has announced the signing of Olympic gold medalist Shelina Zadorsky. Zadorsky, 33, is a FIFA Women’s World Cup veteran and one of the country’s most accomplished international players. The signing comes as the side prepares for the second half of the 2026 Northern Super League season.The announcement comes less than 24 hours after the Northern Super League revealed a landmark strategic investment from
  
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• Barcelona captain wants to stay at club and win back his place in team after difficult year

  08-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain wants to stay at club and win back his place in team after difficult yearThe past year has been a difficult one for Barcelona defender and second-captain Ronald Araujo. The Uruguayan international battled mental health issues, lost his place in the team and barely featured under Hansi Flick during the course of the campaign.The FIFA World Cup also did not unfold as he had hoped. A muscle injury prevented the Uruguayan defender from featuring in any of his country’s three
  
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• Forget Adam Wharton, Liverpool should sign ‘barbaric’ La Liga sensation instead

  08-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forget Adam Wharton, Liverpool should sign ‘barbaric’ La Liga sensation insteadLiverpool have had an interest in Adam Wharton for as long as anyone can remember. The Englishman has been on the Reds' shortlist for a long while now with his performances from Crystal Palace putting him in the upper echelons of Premier League number sixes.However, with Elliott Anderson joining Manchester City for £116 million and others such as Sandro Tonali joining Tottenham for £100 million
  
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• From Barcelona to Bromley: Inside Putellas' move to LCL

  08-07-2026 19:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When Michele Kang acquired London City Lionesses in December 2023, it would have been an insane prediction to say that Alexia Putellas would join as a player two and a half years later.But here we are - one of the greatest female players of all-time and one of the world's most ambitious owners have united to create a formidable partnership.Putellas, known in Spain as 'La Reina' - the Queen - has won everything there is to win at club level and is a world champion with the national team.Her honou
  
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• Report Inter improve Khalaili offer to €23m plus bonus

  08-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Inter improve Khalaili offer to €23m plus bonusInter have reportedly lodged a new offer worth €23m plus add-ons for Union Saint-Gilloise wing-back Anan Khalaili, according to Sky Sport Italia.The Israel international has agreed personal terms for a five-year contract worth €1.7m per season, but reaching an agreement with his club is proving trickier.BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – MAY 14: Anan Khalaili of Union Saint-Gilloise poses for a photo with the Trophy during celebrations
  
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• Quenda completes Chelsea switch

  08-07-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Chelsea claim to have signed "one of the brightest talents in European football" after confirming a deal for winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon.The 19-year-old, who has played in a number of wide positions for Sporting and helped secure a league and couple double last season, has signed a deal until 2034."It feels great to be here," the 19-year-old said. "Chelsea is a great team and I am excited to play here at Stamford Bridge. The club has shown faith in players like me and I am pr
  
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• McGregor returns to Rangers as lead goalkeeping coach

  08-07-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Hall of Fame inductee Allan McGregor has returned to Ibrox as lead goalkeeping coach, the Scottish Premiership club have confirmed.The 44-year-old replaces Sal Bibbo, who left last month to join Coventry City.McGregor made more than 500 appearances for Rangers before retiring in 2023 and is "really excited" to be back."Everyone knows what this club means to me, so to have the opportunity to return and help the club in the present and future is a real privilege," he told Rangers' website.
  
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• Man City expect Liverpool transfer target to sign new Etihad Stadium contract

  08-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City expect Liverpool transfer target to sign new Etihad Stadium contractManchester City have reportedly altered their youth wage structure to fend off pursuits from rival English and European heavyweights for Xavier PArker.Following negotiations on Tuesday, the hierarchy inside the City Football Academy (CFA) now expects the 16-year-old to reject proposals and pledge his future to the Premier League giants.The successful contract extension directly undermines an approach from Liverpool, who
  
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