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• Barcelona and Atletico Madrid reportedly battling over two transfer targets

  07-06-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona and Atletico Madrid reportedly battling over two transfer targetsBarcelona and Atletico Madrid are reportedly targeting the same two players this summer, with both clubs understood to be pursuing Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva and Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella ahead of the 2026/27 season. The report comes from Barça Universal, citing sources across Spanish football media.The rivalry between the two clubs has already been sharpened this summer by the ongoing dispute
  
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• 🤨 Plenty of work ahead, Mourinho's new challenges at Madrid

  08-06-2026 09:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤨 Plenty of work ahead, Mourinho's new challenges at MadridJosé Mourinho takes charge of Real Madrid with the mission of restoring greatness to a wounded team. After two straight seasons without winning any trophies, the Portuguese manager returns to the Santiago Bernabéu as the true savior of a project that seemed to have lost its soul.Fitting the attack together'Mou's main challenge will be managing the dressing room’s ecosystem of stars. Getting Vinicius,Mbapp&eacu
  
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• Roma keen on Ruggeri, but pricetag makes deal difficult

  08-06-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma keen on Ruggeri, but pricetag makes deal difficultRoma, awaiting the official announcement of Tony D’Amico as their new sporting director, is monitoring various situations to improve Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad. The club is looking for both tall and short wingers, namely, teammates for the only certainty, Wesley (who will miss the World Cup due to injury). The Roman club has its eye on Matteo Ruggeri. The 2002-born player developed at Atalanta under Gasperini, a coach who allow
  
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• ‘We have stopped the sale of the club’ – Enrique Riquelme refuses to give up after losing Real Madrid presidency race

  08-06-2026 09:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘We have stopped the sale of the club’ – Enrique Riquelme refuses to give up after losing Real Madrid presidency raceFlorentino Perez secured another term as Real Madrid president after comfortably defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme in the club’s latest presidential election. However, despite the result, Riquelme made it clear that he has no intention of disappearing from the conversation surrounding the club’s future.Speaking after the final outcome was con
  
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• Emotion and celebration for Deschamps' home farewell

  08-06-2026 09:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Didier Deschamps will end his 14-year tenure as France manager after the World Cup [Getty Images]The World Cup will mark the end of an era as Didier Deschamps prepares to wave goodbye to France after the finals.Already a World Cup-winning captain in 1998, Deschamps became only the third man to win the World Cup as a player and a manager in 2018 when he led France to the biggest prize in football.When France play their final game at the World Cup it will be the end of a 14-year tenure, and in Mon
  
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• Republic of Ireland will face France with 'belief'

  08-06-2026 09:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Littlejohn has won 94 caps for the Republic of Ireland[Getty Images]Republic of Ireland midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn says there is "belief" they can get the win they need against France in Grenoble on Tuesday [20:00 BST] to send them through to next year's World Cup in Brazil.Friday's 3-2 victory over the Netherlands in Cork leaves Carla Ward's side second in Group A2, one point behind the French and with their destiny for direct qualification firmly in their own hands as they prepare for a winn
  
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• Mourinho set for Real after Perez re-elected

  08-06-2026 09:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho's last trophy was the Europa Conference League with Roma in 2022 [Getty Images]Jose Mourinho is set to be confirmed as Real Madrid's new head coach after Florentino Perez was re-elected as the club's president until 2030.Mourinho, 63, signed a three-year deal last month to become head coach of Real, but his contract would only be valid if Perez retained his role.The 79-year-old, who obtained 65% of the vote, has been in office since 2009 and announced the election during an extraor
  
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• Puma readying multi-million boot deal for Man City and France star Rayan Cherki

  08-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Puma readying multi-million boot deal for Man City and France star Rayan CherkiPuma ready to make strong push for Cherki’s signature as his Adidas deal expires this summerMan City playmaker could enter the top 10 highest-paid players with a €3-4M per season dealCherki has been one of the Premier League’s standout performers in his debut season at Man CityRayan Cherki’s five-year Adidas boot contract expires this summer and Puma are ready to make a strong push to secure his
  
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• ‘What does Gavi contribute? Kicks…’ – Spain star makes hilarious Gavi remark after Rodri training incident

  08-06-2026 09:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘What does Gavi contribute? Kicks…’ – Spain star makes hilarious Gavi remark after Rodri training incidentSpain’s preparations for the World Cup briefly took an uncomfortable turn after a training-ground incident involving Barcelona midfielder Gavi and Manchester City star Rodri.The incident occurred during a practice session in the United States, where the intensity of the training appeared to mirror that of a competitive fixture. Gavi, known throughout Europ
  
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• Journalist confirms Liverpool interest in Premier League star

  08-06-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist confirms Liverpool interest in Premier League starLiverpool and Alex Scott, talkSPORT Claims Midfield Interest Could GrowCrook’s Round Up Puts Liverpool Link Under SpotlightLiverpool’s name has entered another transfer conversation, and this time the focus is Alex Scott. On talkSPORT Breakfast, during the regular Crook’s Round Up segment, chief football correspondent Alex Crook was asked directly about reports linking Liverpool with the Bournemouth midfielder.The dis
  
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• Bologna inquire about loan possibility for Vaz

  08-06-2026 08:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna inquire about loan possibility for VazFollowing the departure of Vincenzo Italiano, Bologna has decided to start over with Domenico Tedesco. In the coming days, the Rossoblu will begin preparing the transfer market for their new coach, who will be making his debut in Italy. Among the options being put to the former Fenerbahçe manager is Robinio Vaz. The French striker, who arrived in Rome during the winter transfer window, delivered his most convincing performances for the Giallor
  
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• Two foreign clubs interested in Dovbyk

  08-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two foreign clubs interested in DovbykRoma will shake up their attack in the coming months. They’ll be leaving the capital Zaragoza, with Venturino, El Shaarawy, and Ferguson leaving—four players who, for various reasons, contributed little to Gian Piero Gasperini’s team last season. Additionally, several positions are up in the air, including Artem Dovbyk. The Ukrainian center-forward has had a difficult season: first overtaken in the pecking order by Ferguson, then hampered b
  
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• Spurs see bid rejected for Premier League star

  08-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spurs see bid rejected for Premier League starTottenham Transfer Latest: Brighton Stand Firm on Jan Paul van HeckeSpurs Told Van Hecke Deal Must Suit BrightonTottenham’s pursuit of Jan Paul van Hecke has already reached the stage where ambition meets resistance. According to talkSPORT, Brighton CEO Paul Barber has confirmed that Spurs have seen not one, but two bids rejected for the Dutch centre back.That, in itself, tells us plenty. Tottenham clearly view Van Hecke as a serious target, no
  
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• ‘Can save himself the trouble’ – Bayern Munich president leaves no room for doubt over Florentino Perez’s €150m dream target

  08-06-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Can save himself the trouble’ – Bayern Munich president leaves no room for doubt over Florentino Perez’s €150m dream targetSpeculation surrounding a potential Real Madrid move for Michael Olise has been growing in recent weeks, particularly following reports that Florentino Perez was prepared to launch a massive €150 million bid.However, Bayern Munich have now delivered their clearest response yet, leaving little room for doubt regarding the French winger&rsquo
  
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• Talks between Fenerbahce-Greenwood are off

  08-06-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talks between Fenerbahce-Greenwood are offMason Greenwood at Fenerbahçe risks remaining just one of the many promises tied to the Turkish club’s election campaign. Hakan Safi, who had identified the English striker as one of the signature moves of his project, is indeed close to defeat in the presidential race. The entrepreneur had worked hard on the deal, eventually reaching a four-year agreement with the player and declaring his willingness to meet Marseille’s financial dema
  
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• 'Devlin torn between Hearts and big-money offers' - gossip

  08-06-2026 08:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cammy Devlin is reportedly emotionally torn between a new Heart of Midlothian contract and rival offers, while Robbie Keane is said to have been told he could yet be Celtic manager some day.Out-of-contract Australia midfielder Cammy Devlin is torn over big money offers from a club in Major League Soccer, one from the Turkish Super Lig and another in the English Championship as Hearts want the 28-year-old to stay on improved terms. (Daily Record)Porto, PSV Eindhoven and Galatasaray are among the
  
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• Declan Rice named England vice-captain for World Cup by Thomas Tuchel

  08-06-2026 08:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Declan Rice as England’s vice-captain for the World Cup after the midfielder and his Arsenal team-mates joined their preparation camp in Florida.The 27-year-old arrived at the team’s West Palm Beach base with Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze on Saturday evening as their team-mates beat New Zealand 1-0 in baking Tampa.Rice is one of the first names on the England team sheet and travelled to the United States fresh from playing a key role in Arsena
  
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• ‘I’m here to defend the club’ – Florentino Perez outlines ambitious future for Real Madrid after election victory

  08-06-2026 08:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘I’m here to defend the club’ – Florentino Perez outlines ambitious future for Real Madrid after election victoryFlorentino Perez will continue to lead Real Madrid for another four years after securing re-election as club president until 2030, and the veteran executive wasted little time in outlining his ambitions for the future.Following the confirmation of the election result, Perez addressed members and the media, celebrating what he described as another significant vi
  
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• ‘It was good for me that Dembele won’ – Lamine Yamal admits he expected to win Ballon d’Or

  08-06-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘It was good for me that Dembele won’ – Lamine Yamal admits he expected to win Ballon d’OrAs the football world turns its attention towards the upcoming World Cup, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has offered a rare glimpse into his personal journey, discussing some of the biggest moments of his career.Widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in world football, the teenager spoke openly on his YouTube channel about his experiences, touching on the Ballon d’Or
  
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• Good news! Liverpool one step closer to signing amazing right-winger

  08-06-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Good news! Liverpool one step closer to signing amazing right-wingerLiverpool have moved a step closer to signing an amazing right-winger. Liverpool's need for new wingers this summer goes far beyond simply replacing Mohamed Salah.While filling the void left by one of the club's greatest-ever players is a huge challenge in itself, the reality is that the Reds have been short of quality and depth in the wide areas for some time.Even before Salah's departure, Liverpool's options out wide looked th
  
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• Official: Florentino Perez wins Real Madrid presidential election

  08-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Florentino Perez wins Real Madrid presidential electionReal Madrid’s presidential election turned out to be far closer than initially expected, especially after how Florentino Perez was said to be the clear favourite after playing the €150 million trump card.In the end, however, he has officially been re-elected as Real Madrid’s president and will continue to call the shots for Los Blancos.At the midpoint in the polling, Enrique Riquelme was not too far behind as he ha
  
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• Barcelona midfielder likely to leave even before pre-season preparations begin

  08-06-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder likely to leave even before pre-season preparations beginBarcelona are set to begin preparations for the 2026/27 campaign on 13 July, but one familiar face may not be present when the squad returns to training.According to SPORT, midfielder Marc Casado is increasingly likely to leave the club before pre-season gets underway, with Barcelona keen to resolve his future early in the summer window.The initial group reporting for medical examinations will be limited due to the ong
  
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• Charity’s warning after Christian Eriksen’s second collapse: ‘Still too many unknowns’

  08-06-2026 07:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Footballer Christian Eriksen’s collapse during a friendly match serves as a “reminder of the potentially devastating impact that cardiac conditions can have on so many young people”, the chief executive of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) has said.The Danish midfielder appeared to collapse during Sunday’s friendly with Ukraine, though Denmark team doctor Morten Boesen confirmed he "regained consciousness very quickly".Eriksen had previously collapsed at Euro 2020 during a
  
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• Manchester City have their eyes on two big midfield signings which they desperately need

  08-06-2026 07:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City have their eyes on two big midfield signings which they desperately needManchester City does need to bolster its midfield this summer. There is no question about that. The loss of Bernardo Silva is huge for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. Also, whether or not Tijjani Reijnders and Nico Gonzalez can become consistent contributors for City isn’t yet determined. It is expected that at some point this summer, Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson will sign for Manche
  
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• Why Olise can be one of France's very best - Clichy

  08-06-2026 07:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sometimes a player just seems to have a perfect moment, a tournament where they really announce themselves as a superstar on the biggest stage.We saw it happen with Kylian Mbappe for France at the 2018 World Cup - we knew before we lifted the trophy in Russia that he was an incredible talent, but that was the time he really arrived.This summer, I hope another France player, Michael Olise, can do the same in the US, Canada and Mexico.Everyone knows Michael quite well already, of course, beca
  
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• Liverpool made shocking contract offer to Ibrahima Konate

  08-06-2026 07:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool made shocking contract offer to Ibrahima KonateLiverpool and Ibrahima Konate are soon parting ways. The France defender, 27, was signed by the Reds back in 2021 from RB Leipzig for £35m. Over the years he grew into a top performer - clinching the 2024/25 Premier League title in tandem with Virgil van Dijk.Talks over a new deal are reported to have first commenced back in November 2023 - but no breakthrough could be reached. Konate spoke out a few weeks ago about the potential of
  
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• Manchester City’s Rodri admits to career-ending doubts during nightmare ACL lay-off

  08-06-2026 07:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City’s Rodri admits to career-ending doubts during nightmare ACL lay-offRodri admits he questioned whether he would “ever play again” during his ACL recoveryThe Spain international says he is now “back, stronger than before” ahead of the World CupRodri sustained his ACL injury in Manchester City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal in September 2024Rodri has opened up on the psychological toll of his ACL injury recovery, admitting there was a moment during rehab
  
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• 🥐 Florentino, president; Lamine and Nico pampered... 5️⃣ stories

  08-06-2026 07:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🥐 Florentino, president; Lamine and Nico pampered... 5️⃣ storiesThe long-awaited election day at Real Madrid has delivered its verdict, immediately paving the way for sporting plans that promise to shake up the international landscape just ahead of the major World Cup event.Between boardroom politics and the latest national team developments, the beautiful game today reminds us of the fragility of its leading figures and the passion of constant renewal. From the dugouts of t
  
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• Ju Se-jong: 'I hold a World Cup assist record but didn't even realise'

  08-06-2026 07:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ju Se-jong: 'I hold a World Cup assist record but didn't even realise'The record holder for the longest assist for an outfield player at a World Cup is none other than Ju Se-jong, but it wasn't something the experienced midfielder, who represented the Taeguk Warriors in 2018, realised until it was pointed out to him.(Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)Ju Se-jong's record-breaking assist came in an iconic South Korea World Cup moment. On June 27, 2018, at the World Cup in Russia, the Taeguk Wa
  
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• A shrewd move could be on the cards for Manchester City as they chase another winger

  08-06-2026 07:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A shrewd move could be on the cards for Manchester City as they chase another wingerThe expectation is that Savinho will complete a move from Manchester City to Tottenham at some point during the upcoming summer transfer window. If that were to occur, City will be in the market for another winger. You could mount a compelling argument that the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders need another winger irrespective of what happens with Savinho. What type of player City needs out wide isn’t immediat
  
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