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• 'Tielemans can bring a lot to the team'

  22-07-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Manchester United defender Wes Brown believes Youri Tielemans "can bring a lot to the team" after signing from fellow Premier League side Aston Villa.Brown told BBC Radio Manchester: "I like that one. We're missing Casemiro now with his experience. We're signing two [midfielders] and one of them being Tielemans for £35m is a great bargain for me."Yes he is a little bit older but he has got the experience, knows about the Premier League and I think he can bring a lot to
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool ready to make huge offer to sign forward

  25-08-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool ready to make huge offer to sign forwardLiverpool Transfer News: Bradley Barcola Bid Expected as PSG Stand FirmLiverpool are expected to step up their pursuit of Bradley Barcola this week, with fresh movement anticipated as the club weighs a bid that could challenge, or even surpass, their current transfer record. According to Nicolo Schira, an offer is imminent, a significant development in a chase that has been building for months.Barcola has been on Liverpool’s rad
  
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• Journalist: Aston Villa in the race to sign talented midfielder

  25-08-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Aston Villa in the race to sign talented midfielderAston Villa Transfer Latest: Quentin Timber Race Opens Up as Marseille Set PriceAston Villa are firmly in the mix for Quentin Timber as Unai Emery pushes to reshape his midfield before the transfer window closes, with Crystal Palace and FC Porto also competing for the Marseille player. Credit to Joost Blaauwhof for the original report, which points to a fast-moving situation and a decision expected soon.Villa’s need is easy to
  
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• Celtic have to 'go at' LASK despite lead

  25-08-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Martin O'Neill guided Celtic to a 3-0 win in the first leg [PA Media]Celtic cannot try to defend their aggregate lead in the second leg of their Champions League play-off against LASK, according to the club's former striker Cillian Sheridan.Martin O'Neill's side won last week's first leg 3-0 at Parkhead thanks to some sparkling attacking play, although the Austrian champions did also have several chances.Sheridan says Celtic must adopt a similar gameplan in Austria on Tuesday if they are to reac
  
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• Wrexham reach agreement to sign Angers’ Jacques Ekomié

  25-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wrexham reach agreement to sign Angers’ Jacques EkomiéWrexham have reached an agreement to sign SCO Angers defender Jacques Ekomié (23), according to a report from Foot Mercato.L’Équipe announced on Monday that Wrexham faced competition from West Ham United for the full-back; however, they have won the race for Angers defender, also pipping Hamburg to his signature. The agreement between Le Sco and their Welsh counterparts was reached on Tuesday, Foot Mercato und
  
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• 'If Watkins is fit he should play - he chose not to play'

  25-08-2026 12:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Another transfer window, means more transfer drama.This time it is Ollie Watkins' name which is in the spotlight.On BBC Sounds' Monday Night Club, former Premier League midfielder Andros Townsend said he could "understand" why Watkins may want to pursue a move to Saudi Arabia.Townsend said: "He's pushing on in age. He potentially has a huge offer from Saudi Arabia. Reading between the lines, you can understand from the player's point of view why he might actually want to pursue this offer."Since
  
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• Can Liverpool afford to let attacking threat Gakpo go?

  25-08-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club pundits have been discussing Andoni Iraola's "worrying" attacking options this season, with BBC Sport's Liverpool reporter Aadam Patel confirming "a number of clubs" are currently monitoring Cody Gakpo.Former Premier League winger Andros Townsend said: "Cody Gakpo is their biggest attacking threat at the minute, yet he is the one player Liverpool actually want to get rid of."Rio Ngumoha is young, willing and hungry but he didn't have the affect he would've li
  
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• Manchester United youngster holds Arsenal medical

  25-08-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United youngster holds Arsenal medicalManchester United youngster Habeeb Ogunneye has held a medical with Arsenal, with the Gunners also close to finalising a move for James Scanlon.Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty ImagesJames McNicholas reports for The Athletic that Manchester United youth right-back Habeeb Ogunneye has undergone a medical ahead of a move to Arsenal.McNicholas adds that the Gunners are also close to finalising a move for United youth winger James Scanlon.The expectat
  
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• Lens target RB Leipzig’s El Chadaille Bitshiabu

  25-08-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lens target RB Leipzig’s El Chadaille BitshiabuRC Lens are interested in Red Bull Leipzig defender El Chadaille Bitshiabu (21), according to a report from Le Parisien. Bitshiabu left formative club Paris Saint-Germain to make the move to Germany back in the summer of 2023 for a €15m fee. However, the centre-back has not been a regular for the German side. Last season, he made 14 appearances in all competitions. He could now be set for a return to his native France and the former Franc
  
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• Former PSG and Nottingham Forest youngster swaps Sint Truiden for Sparta Prague

  25-08-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former PSG and Nottingham Forest youngster swaps Sint Truiden for Sparta PragueFormer Nottingham Forest and PSG defender Loic Mbe Soh is leaving Sint Truiden to join Sparta Prague. The defender, who only joined Sint Truiden last season, has impressed during the past few months, having joined in January as a replacement for Rein Van Helden, who had joined Antwerp. Mbe Soh played 14 games for Sint Truiden last season as they qualified for European football for the first time and so far this season
  
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• ✅ Barça sign Livaković as Joan García's backup (Romano, SER)

  25-08-2026 12:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ✅ Barça sign Livaković as Joan García's backup (Romano, SER)Barcelona have completed the signing of Dominik Livaković from Fenerbahçe, as confirmed by Fabrizio Romano and the SER programme Què t'hi jugues'.The Croatian goalkeeper joins immediately to serve as Joan García’s backup. Barça have reserved the role of third-choice keeper for Szczesny.The agreement between the two clubs has been sealed for a fixed fee of €2 million, p
  
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• Video: Oosterwolde arrives for Roma medical

  25-08-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Oosterwolde arrives for Roma medicalJayden Oosterwolde has landed in Rome and is ready to undergo medical tests before completing an initial loan deal with an option to buy from Fenerbahce.Versatile Dutch defender Oosterwolde is ready to join Roma on loan with an option to buy from Fenerbahce.ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MAY 2: Jayden Oosterwolde of Fenerbahce looks on during the Trendyol Süper Lig match between Fenerbahce SK and Rams Basaksehir FK at Ulker Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on May
  
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• Roma to decide whether to proceed with Fofana deal

  25-08-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma to decide whether to proceed with Fofana dealRoma could end up completing their sixth signing after welcoming Oosterwolde this morning.The Giallorossi are in fact interested in Lyon player Malick Fofana.As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Giallorossi reached an agreement with Lyon last week regarding Fofana’s transfer fee.The deal would be worth around 35 million euros.However, at the moment Roma remain hesitant in proceeding with the deal.Internal discussions are taking place to deci
  
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• Mourinho talks Vinicius, Espi, Mbappe, Tchouameni, Endrick ahead of Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad

  25-08-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho talks Vinicius, Espi, Mbappe, Tchouameni, Endrick ahead of Real Madrid vs Real SociedadReal Madrid are already gearing up for their second official game of the season, and what will be their first home game of the new season.A lot has changed since Real Madrid last took to the field at the Santiago Bernabeu, from the management to the dressing room.After a scare in their first match of the season against Espanyol, Real Madrid will now face Real Sociedad in their match day 1 clash which
  
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• Nottingham Forest open talks to sign Barcelona target Luis Suarez

  25-08-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest open talks to sign Barcelona target Luis SuarezLuis Suarez (28) could be set for a move to Premier League side Nottingham Forest, according to a report from French media L’Équipe.The Colombia international excelled at Sporting CP last season, netting 38 goals in 53 matches. He effectively replaced the goal output of Viktor Gyokeres, who joined Arsenal last summer. And like the Swede, Suarez could be on the move following a prolific campaign in Portugal. He had emer
  
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• 'Sensational' Palmer 'hungry' again

  25-08-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]It took Joao Pedro just 31 seconds to open the scoring against Fulham, latching on to a pass from Cole Palmer and lifting his shot over goalkeeper Bernd Leno for Chelsea's fastest goal since October 2016.After Josh King had equalised, Morgan Rogers then marked his debut with a goal before half-time by tapping in from close range.But it was Cole Palmer - scorer of Chelsea's third - who stood out most.He has endured a frustrating 18 months since a niggling groin problem disrupted his
  
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• I still enjoy watching Wolves - Neves

  25-08-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruben Neves left Wolves for Al Hilal in 2023 for a then club record £47m [Getty Images]Ruben Neves says he still has one eye on Wolves as they look to return to the Premier League.Neves, 29, captained the side during his six-year spell at Molineux before moving to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League."Every time I can, I still watch Wolves. It's one of my favourite teams. Since I was there, I loved it and I have a lot of friends there," he said. "I watched the game against Port Vale in the EFL
  
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• Official: Juventus conrfirm Di Gregorio to Bournemouth and transfer fee

  25-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Juventus conrfirm Di Gregorio to Bournemouth and transfer feeMichele Di Gregorio has officially joined Bournemouth from Juventus on a paid loan deal with an option to buy for nearly €13m plus add-ons.Italian goalkeeper Di Gregorio has officially joined Bournemouth on loan from Juventus. Both clubs confirmed the move on Tuesday morning.As usual, Juventus have also disclosed the financial details of the operation.LECCE, ITALY – MAY 09: Michele Di Gregorio of Juventus FC during
  
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• Killie must take advantage against faltering United

  25-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]I hate Killie-free weekends and can't wait until Dundee United come down on Saturday.Having watched some English Premier League games on TV it's easy to see that they pay less and less attention to the fans.The football is boring, the crowds are full of tourists on their mobile phones and the World Cup simply proved it's all about money.I really hope Scotland doesn't follow the greed route - give me an Ayrshire derby any day before one of the English equivalents.On the subject of derbies, U
  
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• Julian Alvarez’s latest gesture towards Barcelona even as Arsenal lurk

  25-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Julian Alvarez’s latest gesture towards Barcelona even as Arsenal lurkThe Julian Alvarez saga looks set to continue until September 1, the final day of the transfer window. The Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker remains determined that he only wants to play for Barça, while the Rojiblancos are now considering selling him for €150 million, although not to Barcelona.The Argentine forward remains firmly committed to Barcelona, his only preferred destination.As reported by Catal
  
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• O’Neill To Make Changes? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Celtic Lineup To Face LASK

  25-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  O’Neill To Make Changes? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Celtic Lineup To Face LASKAfter a 3-0 win at Parkhead in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff, Celtic will travel to Austria to face LASK on Tuesday night. While they have one foot in the competition’s league phase, there’s no room for complacency, given the hosts’ stunning home record and their recent conquest of the coveted Austrian Bundesliga title after 61 years.The Hoops have learned from last season’s
  
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• 'Real honour' - Dillon makes SPFL history

  25-08-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Dundee United defender Sean Dillon has made history by becoming the oldest outfield player in the SPFL era.At the grand old age of 43 years and 16 days, Dillon broke Colin Cameron's record with an appearance off the bench for League One Montrose in a 3-0 defeat by Alloa on 15 August.Dillon, who also has a coaching role at Links Park, said: "I'm genuinely delighted - it's a real honour."I used to always joke with my team-mates that the aim was to keep playing until I was 40 and then I've j
  
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• Will Julian Alvarez sign for Arsenal? Here’s what we know as transfer deadline looms

  25-08-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal's chase of Julian Alvarez looks set to be the biggest story of the summer transfer window's final week but how close are Mikel Arteta's side to signing the Argentina forward from Atletico Madrid?As of Tuesday morning there remains a significant amount of work to be done but the Gunners are, as reported by the Independent, encouraged that an agreement can be reached. Atletico are demanding €150m (£128.4m) for the 26-year-old, who enjoyed a fine World Cup with Argentina, includi
  
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• Dalglish and Carney win PFA Merit Awards

  25-08-2026 12:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dalglish and Carney follow Sir Gareth Southgate and Emma Hayes as winners of the Merit Award [Getty Images]Sir Kenny Dalglish and Karen Carney have been named the Professional Footballers' Association's Merit Award winners for 2026.The award honours individuals who have made a lasting contribution to football.The PFA Awards ceremony will be held in Manchester on Tuesday evening, where the men's and women's players' player of the year winners will be announced.Dalglish enjoyed a prolific career a
  
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• When is the Carabao Cup third round draw? Date, start time and how to watch

  25-08-2026 12:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The draw for the Carabao Cup third round takes place tonight as more teams from the Premier League, including current cup winners Manchester City, enter the competition and learn who they will face. Most top-flight clubs, such as Chelsea and Tottenham, entered the tournament in the second round with those who are competing in European competitions this season now involved as well. Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are among those to enter at this stage. Their participation also means that
  
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• Morgan Rogers sends ominous warning to Chelsea’s rivals after debut goal

  25-08-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers insists there is more to come after scoring on his Chelsea Premier League debut in Monday’s 3-2 win against Fulham.The £117 million signing from Aston Villa scored the Blues’ second goal at Craven Cottage to restore the lead before half-time, as he starred in an eye-catching attack with Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro.It gave new manager Xabi Alonso a winning start in his first match in charge, hinting at the team's trajectory under his guidance.Rogers played 82 minute
  
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• Real Madrid defender set to return after international break

  25-08-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defender set to return after international breakJose Mourinho deployed Dean Huijsen and Ibrahima Konate as his centre-backs in his first official game back at the club, and the manager has only three points to count on in the department as matters stand.While the Spaniard is expected to be an assured starter, Konate and Rudiger will fight it out for the second starting spot in defence as reported earlier today.As conveyed by the same report, however, matters will change once the &lsq
  
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• Have PSG lined up a replacement for Ibrahim Mbaye?

  25-08-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Have PSG lined up a replacement for Ibrahim Mbaye?Whilst Ibrahim Mbaye’s (18) future seems to lie away from the Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain may actively be working towards signing a replacement, as per a report from L’Équipe.As Luís Campos alluded to during an interview with Ligue 1 Plus on Sunday night, PSG’s transfer window is not yet over, both in terms of incomings and outgoings. Bradley Barcola is the subject of intense interest from Liverpool. Mbay
  
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• £128m Arsenal target now more open to summer move

  25-08-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  £128m Arsenal target now more open to summer moveJulian Alvarez’s stance on a move to Arsenal may be softening, with the Gunners confident they can agree a deal with Atletico Madrid.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesSami Mokbel reports for the BBC that Julian Alvarez remains Arsenal’s dream summer transfer target, though they know it’s a long shot, given the player’s ongoing desire to join Barcelona. The only reason a deal is still possible is because Atletico Mad
  
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• Scott-Morriss red card overturned after Oldham appeal

  25-08-2026 12:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scott-Morriss was sent off during Oldham's 2-1 defeat at Colchester [Getty Images]Oldham Athletic defender Gus Scott-Morriss will be available for their next three matches after the Football Association overturned his red card against Colchester United.Scott-Morriss was sent off for serious foul play in first-half stoppage time during Saturday's 2-1 League Two away defeat. Oldham were leading 1-0 at the time of his dismissal following a challenge on Ellis Iandolo.Latics boss Micky Mellon initial
  
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