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• Barcelona make serious move to try and protect top PSG attacking target

  20-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona make serious move to try and protect top PSG attacking targetThe Catalan press are insisting that Ferran Torres will be offered a new contract as Barcelona try to ward off PSG interest in the forward.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.Ferran Torres wrote his name into history last night with the winning goal in the World Cup final against Argentina.It comes at an interestin
  
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• Scott not for sale despite contract issue

  21-07-2026 12:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alex Scott is training with Bournemouth ahead of the season under new manager Marco Rose [Getty Images]Bournemouth remain steadfast in their position that Alex Scott is not for sale.It comes after the 22-year-old midfielder formally rejected a contract offer that had been on the table since late April or early May.Regardless of whether a new deal is agreed, the Cherries have insisted publicly, directly to the player and to interested clubs that he will remain on the south coast, even on his curr
  
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• Salmon Bay FC wins 2026 USL W League championship on penalties

  21-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salmon Bay FC wins 2026 USL W League championship on penaltiesThe 2026 USL W League Championship concluded in the best possible way: extra time and a penalty shootout. Spectators witnessed a historic finale that had everyone on the edge of their seats.The USL W League’s 2026 season came to a dramatic conclusion on July 18. Northwest Division champion Salmon Bay FC, in its second league season, met Northeast Division champion Vermont Green FC, which was completing its inaugural USL W League
  
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• Report: Liverpool star has offered himself to Real Madrid in mega money deal

  21-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool star has offered himself to Real Madrid in mega money dealAlexis Mac Allister to Real Madrid? Liverpool Face a Familiar Transfer QuestionReal Madrid rarely need much encouragement when a top midfielder becomes available. Liverpool, meanwhile, know how these stories work. A player is linked away, a fee appears, a motive is attached, and suddenly a rumour starts to look like a plan.According to Defensa Central, citing Miguel Serrano, Alexis Mac Allister has effectively put himsel
  
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• Real Madrid consider move for Bayern Munich superstar ‘unfeasible’ – report

  21-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid consider move for Bayern Munich superstar ‘unfeasible’ – reportAccording to Mario Cortegana of The Athletic, Real Madrid have definitively closed the door on a summer move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, with senior club officials insisting that their stance on the player remains completely unchanged. The 24-year-old attacker, who excelled at the World Cup, has been touted as the club’s next big Galactico target, with reports from France even suggestin
  
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• Worthing sign midfielder Wadham on permanent deal

  21-07-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Worthing FC have signed midfielder Jack Wadham on a permanent deal as he returns to the club for a third spell.The 23-year-old has been training with the Rebels this summer and playing in pre-season friendlies as a trialist after two previous loan spells.Wadham arrived on loan from AFC Bournemouth in January 2024 during Worthing boss Adam Hinshelwood's second stint in charge, making one appearance. He then signed for National League Sutton United in summer 2024 making 25 appearances, before a se
  
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• 'I'm so honoured to have known him' - Shearer on Keegan

  21-07-2026 11:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Newcastle and England captain Alan Shearer says he is "honoured" to have known the late Kevin Keegan.Keegan passed away on Monday, leaving behind a legacy in English football both as a player and manager.Tributes have poured in for the ex-Newcastle manager, who signed Shearer for a world record fee in 1996 and also took charge of England at a time when Shearer was captaining his country.Shearer, Newcastle's record goalscorer, said: "He was my hero. He was my manager. For New
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière on Zinedine Zidane: ‘What Zidane has over everyone else is that he is Zidane!’

  21-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière on Zinedine Zidane: ‘What Zidane has over everyone else is that he is Zidane!’Get French Football News sat down with former Arsenal and France youth international striker Jérémie Aliadière to look back on les Bleus‘ World Cup semi-final defeat and to discuss the future of the France team and its players.In this second part, he looked back on Didier Deschamps’ achievements as France coach and looks ahe
  
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• 💸 The biggest signings of Europe's window so far

  21-07-2026 11:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💸 The biggest signings of Europe's window so farThe summer transfer window remains busy across Europe’s top leagues and will stay open until August 31.Even during the break for the World Cup, clubs stepped up the building of their squads for the 2026/27 season.Check below for a summary of the main financial moves and player swaps in the Old Continent:🇪🇸 Real MadridJosé Mourinho (Coach, formerly of Benfica) ➔ Real Madrid for €15 millionMarc Cu
  
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• Report: Newcastle United are in the race to sign £21m-rated forward

  21-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United are in the race to sign £21m-rated forwardNewcastle Tracking Franculino Dju as Midtjylland Demand Record Transfer FeeNewcastle United are back in a familiar transfer lane, young, explosive, upward curve, resale value. According to TeamTalk, the Magpies are among five Premier League clubs monitoring FC Midtjylland striker Franculino Dju, and the message from Denmark is straightforward. If anyone wants him, they will have to pay a record fee.The key detail matters. M
  
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• Jack Grealish posts hopeful message upon Man City pre-season return as Enzo Maresca assessment begins

  21-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Grealish posts hopeful message upon Man City pre-season return as Enzo Maresca assessment beginsJack Grealish has posted a message on Instagram following his return to Man City for pre-seasonGrealish suffered a stress fracture whilst on loan at Everton in January, curtailing his seasonThe Englishman enters the final year of his Man City contract under new manager Enzo MarescaManchester City winger Jack Grealish has posted an upbeat message on Instagram as he returned to the club for pre-sea
  
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• Northampton sign Man City striker Warhurst

  21-07-2026 11:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matty Warhurst was part of the England Under-17 World Cup squad in 2023 [Getty Images]Northampton Town have signed striker Matty Warhurst from Manchester City for an undisclosed fee.The 19-year-old scored 61 goals in 97 games for City's youth sides and joins the League Two club on a three-year contract.Warhurst has represented England and was part of the Three Lions' under-17 World Cup squad in 2023."Matty is a poacher and a finisher, he has excellent movement in the final third and a terrific w
  
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• Real Madrid set sights on Barcelona forward amid contract uncertainty – report

  21-07-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid set sights on Barcelona forward amid contract uncertainty – reportIn a major development, L’Equipe reports that Real Madrid have set their sights on FC Barcelona forward Ferran Torres.The attacker is dominating the headlines in Spain and across the globe after scoring the match-winning goal for La Roja in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina.Ferran’s contract with Barcelona expires in 2027, meaning he has less than 12 months left on his deal. As already r
  
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• Driverless taxis, sports fanatics and an Alcatraz seagull: Three weeks in the US covering the World Cup

  21-07-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The place is San Francisco, the venue is Alcatraz Island and the purpose is a rare immersion in non-sport culture in the midst of covering the World Cup on the US West Coast. Here, dutifully reading about the ill-fated 1962 prison escape plan, it felt like I’d been thrown into the middle of The Shawshank Redemption as I toured around the site which housed criminals such as Al Capone, an eerie 1.5 miles offshore. No wonder the escapees were never seen again. Satisfied that my thirst for som
  
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• Official | Bayer Leverkusen sell Argentine attacking prospect Alejo Sarco to Sporting Gijon, buyback option included

  21-07-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Bayer Leverkusen sell Argentine attacking prospect Alejo Sarco to Sporting Gijon, buyback option includedBayer Leverkusen have confirmed the sale of Argentine U20 international Alejo Sarco to Sporting Gijon. The 20-year-old departs the Bundesliga for a modest transfer fee of less than €1m, but Leverkusen have hedged their bets via a buyback option. The arrangement is similar to that of Bosnian winger Kerim Alajbegovic; whom die Werkself eventually bought back from
  
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• Japan goalkeeper Okuma signs for Aston Villa

  21-07-2026 11:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa have signed Japan goalkeeper Akane Okuma, subject to visa approval.The 21-year-old joins the Women's Super League side from Japanese club INAC Kobe Leonessa, where she had played since 2024.Okuma began her senior career at JEF United Chiba.She represented Japan at youth level and was part of the senior squad that won the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup alongside new Villa team-mate Maya Hijikata.Villa director of women's football Marisa Ewers said: "Akane is an exciting young talent with
  
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• Official: Juventus drop 2026-27 away kit – pictures

  21-07-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Juventus drop 2026-27 away kit – picturesJuventus have unveiled their 2026-27 away kit ‘reinterpreting the iconic pink colour through a modern lens.’Serie A giants Juventus have dropped their away kit for the 2026-27 campaign.The Bianconeri had already unveiled their home kit for the new season at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, wearing their new home shirt in the last two games of the past season.Their new away kit is predominantly pink, with black and white details
  
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• Italy await Guardiola’s response after Maldini meeting: Reasons he could say yes, or no

  21-07-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italy await Guardiola’s response after Maldini meeting: Reasons he could say yes, or noAll major Italian outlets confirm that Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have held talks with Pep Guardiola, who has taken time to evaluate the proposal.Sky Sport Italia broke the news on Monday that new Italy technical director Maldini and his advisor Leonardo had travelled to Barcelona over the weekend to offer Guardiola the Azzurri job.Will Guardiola accept Maldini’s offer to become Italy’s new c
  
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• Tuesday's Brasileirão, Sudamericana and Champions play-offs, fixtures 📲

  21-07-2026 11:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tuesday's Brasileirão, Sudamericana and Champions play-offs, fixtures 📲Today’s Highlights 🔥Série A7:30 PM – Atlético-MG vs Bahia – SporTV, Premiere
  Copa Sudamericana Playoffs9:30 PM – Universidad Central vs Santos – ESPN, SBT, Disney+ Premium
  Série B7:30 PM – Novorizontino vs Criciúma – ESPN 4, Disney+ Premium7:30 PM – Avaí vs América-MG – Disney+ Premium9:35 PM – Vila Nov
  
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• Who is favourite to win the Ballon d’Or after the World Cup? Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Rodri lead race

  21-07-2026 11:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After Spain’s win over Argentina to win the World Cup, the race for the sport’s most prestigious individual prize is entering the final straight. Lamine Yamal and Rodri, who won the award in 2024, have emerged as the protagonists for the world champions, handing them an edge over rivals after clinching the biggest team prize in the sport. But other players are also in contention, including Lionel Messi, even at 39 years of age, having carried Argentina to a second successive final, a
  
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• Blackpool sign ex-loanee Anderson from Charlton

  21-07-2026 10:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Karoy Anderson scored on his Blackpool debut in a 2-2 draw with Huddersfield in February [Getty Images]Blackpool have signed former loanee Karoy Anderson on a four-year deal from Championship side Charlton Athletic for an undisclosed fee.The 21-year-old came through Charlton's academy and went on to make 88 appearances for the club.A Jamaica international, he joined Blackpool on loan in February off the back of helping Charlton win promotion from League One in 2024-25 and subsequently made 16 Se
  
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• Liverpool to miss out on £55m defender with formal talks already held

  21-07-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool to miss out on £55m defender with formal talks already heldMaxence Lacroix Transfer Talks Gather Pace as Chelsea Move, Liverpool Defensive Questions RemainChelsea are pushing forward in the race for Maxence Lacroix, with discussions continuing with Crystal Palace as the London club look to strengthen at centre-back ahead of the new season. According to Ben Jacobs, Chelsea are in “ongoing talks” for the 26-year-old, a development that adds another layer to a market alr
  
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• Hearts will be quietly confident - McGowan

  21-07-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts will be placing a "massive emphasis" on Europe, says former defender Ryan McGowan, as the club prepares for a first Champions League qualifier in 20 years.The Edinburgh side are in Austria for the first leg of their second round contest with Sturm Graz.Victory would set up a meeting with either Fenerbahce or Gornik Zabrze and provide a guarantee of reaching the league phase of the Europa League.Benfica or St Gallen await the losers in Europa League qualifying."Hearts will be quietly confi
  
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• Report: Ipswich Town agree deal to sign Premier League defender

  21-07-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Ipswich Town agree deal to sign Premier League defenderIpswich Town Move for Issa Diop Signals Smart Premier League RecruitmentIpswich Town are closing in on the signing of Issa Diop from Fulham, with Foot Mercato reporting that an agreement has now been reached between the two clubs. The newly promoted Premier League side have also agreed personal terms with the 29-year-old centre-back, who is expected to undergo a medical shortly ahead of completing the move.This looks like a deal with
  
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• Barcelona considered move for controversial English star before moving for other attacking targets – report

  21-07-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona considered move for controversial English star before moving for other attacking targets – reportBarcelona have spent almost the entire summer transfer window so far focusing on signing new attacking targets.The club moved to sign Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United and have also wrapped up a deal for German attacker Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund.Now, it has emerged that Barcelona considered Mason Greenwood as a possible attacking option during their summer planning, alth
  
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• Bournemouth midfielder Scott rejects new contract

  21-07-2026 10:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alex Scott has two years left on his current contract with Bournemouth [Getty Images]Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has rejected a new contract with growing Premier League interest in the England Under-21 international.The Cherries have made it a summer priority to tie Scott down to fresh terms but as things stand there is no agreement.The development comes amid interest from Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea.BBC Sport reported in June that Arsenal saw an appr
  
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• Official | Hoffenheim loan promising attacking prospect Yannick Eduardo (20) to Dutch Eredivisie

  21-07-2026 10:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Hoffenheim loan promising attacking prospect Yannick Eduardo (20) to Dutch EredivisieHoffenheim have confirmed another Dutch loan out for young attacking prospect Yannick Eduardo. The 20-year-old – signed by Hoffenheim from last January – will finally receive the chance to play in the Dutch Eredivisie with ADO den Hag. Previously, Eduardo worked in the Dutch second division during loan stints with De Graafschap, FC Emmen, and Dordrecht. Who is Yannick Eduard
  
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• Why England teenager Parkinson has a mindset coach

  21-07-2026 10:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erica Meg Parkinson can speak four languages [Getty Images]Erica Meg Parkinson was an unknown quantity when England manager Sarina Wiegman unexpectedly named her in the senior squad in March.The teenager was playing in Portugal and had only made the jump up to England's Under-23s a few months earlier.People are now starting to take notice as the midfielder secured a move to the United States this summer, joining North Carolina Courage on a three-year deal.Wiegman was in the stands watching on Sa
  
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• Barcelona poised to lose out on 23-year-old attacking target as RB Leipzig near transfer agreement

  21-07-2026 10:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona poised to lose out on 23-year-old attacking target as RB Leipzig near transfer agreementBarcelona have one major squad problem to sort out this summer. The Catalan club need to find a replacement for Robert Lewandowski, who left at the end of last season.The Pole spent four successful years at Barça before leaving as a free agent, and the club now need to find a number nine capable of leading the next era.This, coupled with the uncertainty surrounding the future of Spanish hero
  
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• Huddersfield sign Excelsior winger Fernandes

  21-07-2026 10:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derensili Sanches Fernandes made 63 appearances for Excelsior Rotterdam during his time with the club [Getty Images]Huddersfield Town have signed winger Derensili Sanches Fernandes from Dutch Eredivisie side Excelsior Rotterdam on a four-year deal.The 25-year-old Dutchman is Huddersfield's fifth signing of the summer and joins for an undisclosed fee.Fernandes, who spent three years at FC Utrecht either side of spells at hometown club Excelsior, moves to West Yorkshire after scoring six goals in
  
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