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• Aston Villa Striker Seals Saudi Move: The Best Replacement For Him?

  25-08-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Striker Seals Saudi Move: The Best Replacement For Him?Al-Hilal FC and Aston Villa have agreed a deal to transfer Ollie Watkins to Saudi Arabia, according to a report from Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri. Aston Villa had held back from accepting any proposal until a replacement was secured. That condition has now been met.Aston Villa agree Ollie Watkins sale to Al-HilalWatkins will travel to Riyadh in the coming days to complete the formalities, with the 30-year-old set to earn &p
  
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• Cherki v Maresca could be one of stories of the season

  27-08-2026 15:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since the start of last season, Rayan Cherki has provided more assists from open play than any other Premier League player [Getty Images]Rayan Cherki appeared off the bench against Bournemouth on Sunday and helped turn the game around for Manchester City in a dramatic comeback win.Manager Enzo Maresca will have been relieved by the France playmaker's assists that ensured he won his first Premier League game in charge of City rather than lost it.But Cherki himself was clearly not happy at startin
  
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• Cole Palmer highlights key difference in Chelsea role under Xabi Alonso

  27-08-2026 14:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cole Palmer has revealed that Xabi Alonso has given him more freedom to express himself after taking over at Chelsea.Palmer has made a strong start to the season, scoring and assisting in the 3-2 Premier League win against Fulham on Monday night.Cole Palmer made a strong start to the new Premier League season (Getty)Having been a standout in his first year at Chelsea, the 24-year-old struggled at times for form and fitness in the last campaign and missed out on a place in England’s World C
  
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• Burnley target more firepower after cup exit

  27-08-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nicky Hayen arrived at Turf Moor from Belgian club Genk in July [Getty Images]Burnley manager Nicky Hayen admits it has become a matter of urgency for the Clarets to strengthen their strike force before the transfer window closes.Wednesday's penalty shootout defeat to Bradford City in the Carabao Cup came after they had been kept scoreless by the League One side after 90 minutes.After just four goals in four games this season, Hayen says his side have to sharpen up in front of goal."It's a conce
  
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• Report: Everton set to push for four more signings before the transfer window shuts

  27-08-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton set to push for four more signings before the transfer window shutsEverton Transfers Gather Pace as David Moyes Targets Franculino and Four Late DealsEverton’s strong start to the campaign has not altered the club’s transfer priorities, it has sharpened them. After the 2-0 win over Crystal Palace, there is encouragement around the early impact of new arrivals, but recruitment work is continuing at speed behind the scenes as David Moyes looks to reshape key areas of hi
  
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• Barcelona make contact over exciting 18-year-old Dutch defender; face immediate rejection

  27-08-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona make contact over exciting 18-year-old Dutch defender; face immediate rejectionBarcelona’s search for a new left-footed defender has taken them to the Netherlands, with FC Twente youngster Ruud Nijstad emerging as the latest name linked with a move to the Catalan giants.According to Dutch outlet Voetbal International, Barcelona have contacted FC Twente to enquire about the possibility of signing the highly rated 18-year-old defender. However, the report claims that the Blaug
  
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• Andoni Iraola drops major Cody Gakpo transfer hint as Liverpool exit looms

  27-08-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola drops major Cody Gakpo transfer hint as Liverpool exit loomsAndoni Iraola Breaks Silence on Cody Gakpo’s Potential Liverpool ExitThere’s now just five days remaining of the transfer window and Liverpool still have plenty to do.The Reds have now agreed a deal with Paris Saint-Germain worth around £120m over the signing of Bradley Barcola. But the arrival of the Frenchman could be about to push a Liverpool star towards the exit door at Anfield…That player is
  
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• Rangers bolster wing options with signing of Minsu

  27-08-2026 14:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kim Min-su scored six times in 40 games and provided four assists on loan at Andorra last season [Getty Images]Rangers have bolstered their wide options with the arrival of Minsu Kim from Girona for an undisclosed fee, with manager Derek McInnes saying the South Korean adds "another exciting dimension to the squad".The 20-year-old has signed a four-year contract, with the option of a further year, becoming Rangers' 12th signing of the summer.Minsu was loaned to second-tier Andorra last term and
  
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• Super sub or starter? Man City's Cherki dilemma

  27-08-2026 14:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Since the start of last season, Rayan Cherki has provided more assists from open play than any other Premier League player [Getty Images]Rayan Cherki appeared off the bench against Bournemouth on Sunday and helped turn the game around for Manchester City in a dramatic comeback win.Manager Enzo Maresca will have been relieved by the France playmaker's assists that ensured he won his first Premier League game in charge of City rather than lost it.But Cherki himself was clearly not happy at startin
  
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• 'I have mentality of winner' - share your views on new signing Kim

  27-08-2026 14:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]New Rangers signing Kim Min-su says he brings a winning mentality and hopes to "help the team to be better every day".The South Korean winger, 20, has signed a four-year deal after joining from Girona for a reported £8.5m fee.Kim, who is Derek McInnes' 12th signing of the window, spent last season on loan at Spanish second-tier side Andorra where he made 40 appearances and scored six goals. "I'm so happy to sign for Rangers. I know it's a big club with great, great fans,
  
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• Wrexham's newest signings vital after Thomason blow

  27-08-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Phil Parkinson is in his sixth season as Wrexham manager [Getty Images]Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson described the arrivals of Issa Kabore and Jacques Ekomie as "important" signings following news that George Thomason is set to be sidelined for 10 weeks through injury.On the eve of their Championship fixture with Birmingham City on Friday (20:00 BST), the Red Dragons confirmed right wing-back Kabore and left-back Ekomie had both sealed permanent switches to the Racecourse Ground.The pair of sig
  
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• Nottingham Forest sign Finnish winger Walta

  27-08-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest sign Finnish winger WaltaNottingham Forest have completed the signing of Finnish winger Ilona Walta on a permanent deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Tricky Trees this morning.The 20-year-old joins Nottingham Forest off the back of a brief spell with Norwegian Toppserien side Molde FK. She has signed a two-year contract at The City Ground.Walta started her senior career with Finnish club HJK Helsinki before the player enjoye
  
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• Tottenham’s Pape Matar Sarr wants to stay in the Premier League amid Monaco interest

  27-08-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham’s Pape Matar Sarr wants to stay in the Premier League amid Monaco interestAccording to a report fromL’Équipe journalist Flavien Trésarrieu, Tottenham midfielder Pape Matar Sarr (23) wants to stay in the Premier League this summer despite interest from other clubs in Europe. AS Monaco are among the clubs to show an interest in the Senegalese international midifelder. Les Monégasques enquired over the former Metz midfielder’s availability. However,
  
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• Lille manager Davide Ancelotti announced Newcastle target Matias Fernandez-Pardo exclusion from training ‘until the end of the transfer window’

  27-08-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lille manager Davide Ancelotti announced Newcastle target Matias Fernandez-Pardo exclusion from training ‘until the end of the transfer window’LOSC Lille manager Davide Ancelotti announced on Thursday that Matias Fernandez-Pardo (21) has been excluded from the first-team squad until the transfer window closes.“I have decided, in consultation with the club, that he will no longer train with the squad until the end of the transfer window,” the Italian announced at a press c
  
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• Flick outlines Rodri-Pedri midfield plan as Gavi faces absence

  27-08-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick outlines Rodri-Pedri midfield plan as Gavi faces absenceHansi Flick confirmed that Rodri is set to make his Barcelona debut against Athletic Club, while Gavi will miss the match after sustaining a knee problem. Flick said Gavi may need about a week to recover before returning.Rodri set for first Barcelona appearanceRodri is a new Barcelona signing and did not feature in the LaLiga opener against Elche. Ahead of the Athletic Club match, Flick said the plan was for the Spain international to
  
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• Barcelona set for €1.9 million windfall after Newcastle United sign former midfielder

  27-08-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona set for €1.9 million windfall after Newcastle United sign former midfielderBarcelona are set to receive a financial boost from Nico Gonzalez’s latest transfer, despite the midfielder having left the club several years ago.The Spanish midfielder has joined Newcastle from Manchester City in a deal that could reach close to €56 million, with a further €4.6 million potentially included in variables. Barcelona will not receive a conventional transfer fee from the d
  
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• How to watch transfer deadline live: Sky Sports deadline day show live on Peacock

  27-08-2026 14:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The summer transfer window is coming to a close for Premier League clubs and there is going to be an almighty scramble right up until the deadline. MORE — All Premier League ins and outs during the summer windowBuckle up, this wild summer of spending will have a frantic finale. Below are all of the details you need on how to watch the Sky Sports News Transfer Deadline Day show in the USA. When is the summer transfer deadline in the Premier League? The transfer window shuts at 6pm ET on Tue
  
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• Bayern Munich open to another Bundesliga loan for attacking prospect Arijon Ibrahimovic

  27-08-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich open to another Bundesliga loan for attacking prospect Arijon IbrahimovicBayern Munich could sanction a late departure for highly-rated attacker Arijon Ibrahimović. FCB Board Member for Sport Max Eberl acknowledged that regular playing time may prove difficult for the 20-year-old this season at a recent press conference. Werder Bremen have already made contact regarding a possible loan. Transfermarkt and DeichStube nevertheless both report that discussions have thus far amount
  
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• Rangers bolster wing options with signing of Kim

  27-08-2026 14:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kim Min-Su scored six times in 40 games and provided four assists on loan at Andorra last season [Getty Images]Rangers have bolstered their wide options with the arrival of Kim Min-Su from Girona for an undisclosed fee.The South Korean, 20, has signed a four-year contract, with the option of a further year, becoming Rangers' 12th signing of the summer.The Ibrox outfit have been chasing new wingers, with Kim joining Djeidi Gassama, Findlay Curtis and Ross McCausland, as well as another summer rec
  
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• Raskin nears Rangers exit after missing Czech trip

  27-08-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nicolas Raskin has made 149 Rangers appearances [SNS]Nicolas Raskin could be on his way out of Rangers, having not travelled to Jablonec for the Conference League play-off second leg.Belgium international Raskin, 25, has been linked with Fenerbahce in recent days and, although manager Derek McInnes did not go into detail regarding the interest in him, Rangers are preparing for life without the midfielder.While Raskin's three-and-a-half-year stint at Ibrox looks like coming to an end, winger Kim
  
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• Why is $162 million Bradley Barcola the right fit for Liverpool?

  27-08-2026 14:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Multiple reports say that Liverpool have finally agreed a deal to sign Bradley Barcola from PSG and excitement is high at Anfield. But why is French international Barcola the right man for Liverpool to spend over $162 million on? Well, preseason and their opening weekend draw at Newcastle showed us how lacking in cutting edge Liverpool now are in attack. They won't be struggling with that after Barcola arrives. Barcola fits perfectly into Iraola’s systemNew Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola
  
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• Two established names ruled out as Barcelona step up centre-back pursuit – report

  27-08-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two established names ruled out as Barcelona step up centre-back pursuit – reportBarcelona’s search for a new left-footed centre-back appears to be taking an increasingly unexpected direction, with Matteo Moretto ruling out Castello Lukeba and Goncalo Inacio as potential targets.The Catalan club is understood to be working on the arrival of a left-footed defender, a profile considered important to strengthening the squad and giving Hansi Flick another specialist option at the back.Ea
  
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• Former Gunner approves move to Chelsea

  27-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Gunner approves move to ChelseaEmi Martinez has approved a move to Chelsea, with the possibility that the former Arsenal goalkeeper could make his debut for the Blues at the Emirates Stadium.Photo by Michael Steele/Getty ImagesDavid Ornstein and Jacob Tanswell broke the news for The Athletic on Wednesday that Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez has been offered by his representatives to Chelsea, and the Blues are considering signing him.Martinez was previously set for a move to Juventus,
  
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• Report: Newcastle United still in the race to sign 21-year-old forward

  27-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United still in the race to sign 21-year-old forwardNewcastle United transfer latest as Matias Fernandez-Pardo chase remains aliveNewcastle United head into the final days of the window with a familiar mix of calculation, optimism and urgency. According to Daily Mail, the proposed move for Matias Fernandez-Pardo is far from over, even amid reports from France suggesting the club had backed away from Lille’s valuation. From within Newcastle, the picture sounds more nuanced
  
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• “Here we go” – Potential £140m transfer of PSG player confirmed by Fabrizio Romano

  27-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Here we go” – Potential £140m transfer of PSG player confirmed by Fabrizio RomanoBradley Barcola’s move to Liverpool is finally agreed after weeks of negotiations, and the deal will be done over the weekend.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.After months of talks, PSG have agreed a deal to sell Bradley Barcola to Liverpool.Fabrizio Romano has given the
  
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• Linfield sign Nelson on loan from Preston

  27-08-2026 13:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Linfield have signed attacking midfielder Kitt Nelson on a season-long loan from Preston North End. The 21-year-old arrives at Windsor Park after scoring five goals in 33 games on loan at Cork City during the 2025 League of Ireland season.Nelson came through the Preston academy but is yet to make his senior debut for the Lilywhites."I'm really happy to be here," Nelson told Linfield TV. "I heard about the interest a few weeks ago and I was keen as soon as I heard about it."Once the ball got roll
  
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• Report: Manchester United still keen on move for Barcelona star

  27-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester United still keen on move for Barcelona starManchester United Consider Alejandro Balde Transfer as Left-Back Plans IntensifyManchester United are continuing to assess Alejandro Balde as a possible solution at left-back before the 1 September deadline, with Fichajes reporting that the Barcelona defender remains firmly on the club’s radar. The 22-year-old has emerged as a realistic market opportunity in the closing stages of the window, particularly with other targets prov
  
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• Official | Union Berlin bring Felix Uduokhai back to the Bundesliga

  27-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Union Berlin bring Felix Uduokhai back to the BundesligaFC Union Berlin have officially confirmed the signing of German centre-back Felix Uduokhai from Beşiktaş. The 28-year-old returns to the Bundesliga after two seasons in Turkey, with Union not disclosing the length of his contract. Turkish reports place the transfer fee at approximately €1.5m. Beşiktaş thus appear set to record a loss on a player they signed permanently from FC Augsburg for &euro
  
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• Mbappe reacts after spectacular Real Madrid hat-trick: ‘We must carry on like this’

  27-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mbappe reacts after spectacular Real Madrid hat-trick: ‘We must carry on like this’Kylian Mbappe continued his remarkable Real Madrid journey with a hat-trick as Los Blancos secured an emphatic 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu.It was a special afternoon for the French superstar, who marked his first appearance at the Bernabeu this season with three goals and another major milestone. Mbappe has now reached 101 goal contributions for Real Madrid, havi
  
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• Hull City near agreement with Roma for Robinio Vaz

  27-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City near agreement with Roma for Robinio VazHull City are reportedly close to finalising a deal with AS Roma for the signing of Robinio Vaz (19), according to reports from The Athletic.The move is expected to take the form of a one-season loan for a fee of €2m, with a €30m buy-out clause. The remaining details to finalise the deal are understood to be under negotiation between the various parties.Having come through the youth academy at FC Sochaux-Montbéliard before joinin
  
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