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• Barcelona raise Hamza Abdelkarim’s release clause tenfold after contract renewal

  11-09-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona raise Hamza Abdelkarim’s release clause tenfold after contract renewalBarcelona have moved to protect Hamza Abdelkarim after outside interest in the young striker prompted the club to strengthen his new contract.As part of the deal, as reported by SPORT, the Egyptian’s release clause has jumped from €15 million to €150 million.The change is part of a massive improvement to Abdelkarim’s terms, with the teenager also receiving a significant salary increase, as
  
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• Le Bris on 'special' European return, picking his strongest side and Alkmaar

  15-09-2026 15:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland boss Regis le Bris has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Europa League opener against Dutch Eredivise side AZ Alkmaar at the Stadium of Light (20:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Le Bris was first asked about Sunderland's rise from League One five years ago to a first European campaign in 53 years: "I'm proud to be part of bringing Sunderland back to European competition. It's a privilege and shows the momentum of the club. We are progressing step by
  
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• Youth star JJ Gabriel, 15, on brink of leaving Man Utd

  15-09-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  JJ Gabriel scored a hat-trick on his Uefa Youth League debut for Manchester United last week [Getty Images]Highly-rated 15-year-old striker JJ Gabriel is on the verge of leaving Manchester United.Even though he was only 14 when the season began, he won the Premier League Under-18 player of the year award last term, in addition to being named United's Under-18 player of the year.He made his senior debut for United in their pre-season game against Atletico Madrid in Stockholm last month, scored a
  
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• Wonderkid JJ Gabriel stuns Man United by asking to leave

  15-09-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  JJ Gabriel has surprised Manchester United by telling them he wants to leave Old Trafford.The 15-year-old wonder kid, who is tipped as the next great product from the United youth system, is trying to become a free agent by giving United formal notice he wants to cancel his registration with the club.United feel the situation is rectifiable and have not given hope of persuading the forward to stay.However, they are bemused as to what has caused Gabriel to try and leave and were planning to inclu
  
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• Arsenal-linked talent requests Manchester United contract termination

  15-09-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal-linked talent requests Manchester United contract terminationTop Manchester United talent JJ Gabriel has submitted a formal notice that he wishes to cancel his contract, with Arsenal among the teams linked with signing him.Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty ImagesMatt Law reports for The Telegraph that Manchester United’sJJ Gabriel has sent formal notice to the club that he wishes to cancel his registration with immediate effect and become a free agent.Law adds that it’s understood t
  
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• Official injury update on Calhanoglu as Inter star set to miss Roma clash

  15-09-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official injury update on Calhanoglu as Inter star set to miss Roma clashInter confirm Hakan Calhanoglu has suffered a muscle strain in the adductor muscle of his right thigh, meaning the Turkey international will miss Saturday’s big game against Roma.Inter star Calhanoglu will miss Saturday’s big Serie A game against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.Calhanoglu injury: official Inter statementMILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 22: Hakan Calhanoglu of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team&rs
  
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• Five English Wins Set Up Champions League Second Round

  15-09-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Five English Wins Set Up Champions League Second RoundEnglish clubs completed a perfect opening week in the Champions League. Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Aston Villa all collected three points, although their victories came in markedly different circumstances.United beat Sabah 4-0, City won 2-0 at Porto and Arsenal secured a disciplined 1-0 victory in Naples. Liverpool edged Atlético Madrid 2-1 at Anfield, while Villa survived a demanding visit to Club Brugg
  
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• Amorim: ‘No minimum targets, Milan have to win, can’t rely on just 14 players’

  15-09-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amorim: ‘No minimum targets, Milan have to win, can’t rely on just 14 players’Ruben Amorim says that he does not believe in the concept of setting minimum targets at a big club like Milan, as he considers anything less than a victory, regardless of the opponent, to be a failure.The Rossoneri head coach sat down for his customary pre-match press conference on Tuesday ahead of the team’s first Europa League fixture of the 2026-27 season at home against Benfica.“It&rsq
  
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• Racing Santander coach refuses to throw in the towel against Barcelona: ‘We have to dig deep’

  15-09-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Racing Santander coach refuses to throw in the towel against Barcelona: ‘We have to dig deep’Racing Santander will arrive at Spotify Camp Nou as clear underdogs, but Jose Alberto has made it clear that his side has no intention of simply accepting defeat against Barcelona.The Racing coach knows the size of the challenge facing his players, particularly with Hansi Flick’s side in strong form, yet the occasion itself is something his squad has long dreamed about. For Jose Al
  
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• Raheem Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving after crashing his Lamborghini

  15-09-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Raheem Sterling has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving of a Lamborghini, possession of nitrous oxide and failing to provide a specimen.The former England footballer, 31, entered his plea during an appearance at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.Sterling, from Berkshire, arrived at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court wearing black trousers, black shoes and a dark top.Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary previously said the charges followed a single-vehicle collision on the M3
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur star in talks to finally leave the club

  15-09-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur star in talks to finally leave the clubRicharlison transfer latest as Tottenham consider Dubai solution amid Shabab Al-Ahli interestRicharlison’s future at Tottenham Hotspur appears to be edging towards a late solution, with a possible move to the UAE now emerging as the clearest route out of an increasingly tense stand-off. According to TeamTalk, Shabab Al-Ahli remain interested in the Brazil forward and discussions are alive while the UAE Pro League window stays open un
  
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• 'Trust' and getting 'Emery fit' - fan views on use of new signings

  15-09-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on the lack of playing time for Aston Villa's summer signings under Unai Emery so far.Here are some of your comments:Rob: I think when they arrive and first train, they are identified as not being 'Emery fit' so they have to train a lot to get fitter to get a good run. Even stars like Youri Tielemans were not a consistent starter when he joined. It makes me think that Taylor Harwood-Bellis must be nowhere near 'Emery fit' and that's why he wasn't in any
  
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• Report – The reason Barcelona missed out on signing former academy star

  15-09-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – The reason Barcelona missed out on signing former academy starJan Virigili’s move to Club Brugge was one of the more surprising moves of the summer transfer window, for the player has been one of the most highly rated young wingers in Spain and he opted to leave Europe’s top five leagues.Playing for Mallorca last season, Virgili suffered heartbreak when his side was relegated and was desperately looking for a means to leave his side and return to elite football this su
  
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• Real Madrid summer signing wins the battle for starting spot under Mourinho

  15-09-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid summer signing wins the battle for starting spot under MourinhoDenzel Dumfries has emerged as the clear winner of Real Madrid’s early-season battle for the right-back position, with Jose Mourinho trusting the Dutchman ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold.According to MARCA, Dumfries has established himself as Mourinho’s preferred option after having started five of Madrid’s first six matches. Alexander-Arnold, meanwhile, has started only one game at full-back, with
  
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• Michael Carrick demands Man United use derby ‘injustice’ as fuel for Carabao Cup clash with Brighton

  15-09-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick hopes Manchester United can harness the frustration from Sunday's costly derby defeat to reignite their stuttering campaign when they host Brighton in the Carabao Cup.After restoring optimism and securing Champions League football last term, the atmosphere around Old Trafford has soured following a sluggish start that has yielded only four points from four Premier League fixtures.United delivered a subdued performance in Sunday’s 1-0 home loss to Manchester City, failing to
  
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• Arteta insists Dowman will get his chance pre-Ipswich clash

  15-09-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arteta insists Dowman will get his chance pre-Ipswich clashMikel Arteta has insisted that Max Dowman will get his chance ahead of Arsenal’s League Cup opener away to Ipswich Town on Tuesday night.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesArsenal kick off their League Cup campaign away to Premier League opposition on Tuesday night, travelling to Suffolk for a match against Ipswich Town.With Arsenal competing in the Premier League and Champions League as well in September, the League Cup is wi
  
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• Santiago Castro discusses scoring difficulties: “The goal will come. Luckily, Malen scores for three players.”

  15-09-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Santiago Castro discusses scoring difficulties: “The goal will come. Luckily, Malen scores for three players.”This is an excerpt from the words in the press conference, after Torino-Roma 0-2, of Santiago Castro, Roma striker, who came on in the second half in place of Malen.“What does Gasperini tell me? I have to attack everywhere, all the time, and also understand how to play with others, but it’s easy when you arrive in a team that has such high-quality, high-level play
  
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• Reading must 'attack the game' against Brentford

  15-09-2026 14:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reading host Brentford in the third round of the Carabao Cup [Shutterstock]Reading head coach Leam Richardson says his team will "attack the game" when they play Brentford in the Carabao Cup.. The Royals host the Premier League side in the third round having previously seen off Bromley and Stevenage."Everybody's itching to play which is important," Richardson told BBC Radio Berkshire."We certainly will attack the game to try and win it so I think we'll dust ourselves down after the Cambridge los
  
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• Carrick on bouncing back, Baleba and pursuing trophies

  15-09-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United boss Michael Carrick spoke to the media to preview Wednesday's Carabao Cup third-round tie against Brighton at Old Trafford (20:00 BST kick-off).Here are the key lines from his news conference:On squad rotation for Wednesday night's match, he said: "It's important for us to win football matches, and it's important that we manage the squad as well and keep everyone up to speed, keep everyone ready, keep everyone part of it. But we're certainly going into Wednesday trying to win
  
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• “He’s better than Konate” – Liverpool legend heaps praise on defender

  15-09-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “He’s better than Konate” – Liverpool legend heaps praise on defenderJeremy Jacquet Gives Liverpool Hope After Dire Fulham DisplayLiverpool were poor against Fulham, blunt in attack, ragged in possession and fortunate to come away with a point. A 0-0 at Anfield can sometimes feel respectable, but this one felt like a warning siren. For long spells, Andoni Iraola’s side lacked rhythm, authority and any real spark. Yet amid the frustration, one figure stood tall, and
  
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• Inter’s Marcus Thuram warns: “We must take Roma seriously.”

  15-09-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter’s Marcus Thuram warns: “We must take Roma seriously.”The comeback victory over Udinese propels Inter toward a direct clash with Roma, but in the Nerazzurri locker room, attention remains focused on the approach to the match. Marcus Thuram’s comments, reported by Tuttosport, accompany the preparation for the match at the Olimpico.The French striker commented on the team’s ability to respond to a two-goal deficit: “I don’t think we need to be shaken
  
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• Calhanoglu ruled out for Roma showdown

  15-09-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Calhanoglu ruled out for Roma showdownTwo teams are leading Serie A after the first four matchdays: Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma and Cristian Chivu’s Inter. However, at least one of them will have to throw in the towel on Saturday at 8:00 PM and head into the break chasing the other. The big clash between these two teams is scheduled for September 19th at 6:00 PM at the Stadio Olimpico, and the Romanian coach will be losing a key player. In yesterday’s match at San Siro aga
  
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• Spalletti still under scrutiny at Juventus despite Carnevali protection

  15-09-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spalletti still under scrutiny at Juventus despite Carnevali protectionDespite recent assurances from CEO Giovanni Carnevali, Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti is still under scrutiny in the Italian press and there have been claims that the Old Lady may have to reconsider their position if the team are unable to redeem themselves over the next week.Pressure still mounting on Juventus and SpallettiJuventus got their 2026-27 campaign off to a winning start with consecutive victories over Frosi
  
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• LATEST: PSG give injury update on key player who came off hurt against Brest

  15-09-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LATEST: PSG give injury update on key player who came off hurt against BrestPSG have given an update on the fitness of Achraf Hakimi, who limped off in their game against Brest at 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.PSG fans got pretty worried when Achraf Hakimi was subbed off injured shortly before half time in the Parisians’ game against Brest on Friday night.Howev
  
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• 📸 Ligue 1 unveils 5 exclusive balls for its biggest matches

  15-09-2026 14:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Ligue 1 unveils 5 exclusive balls for its biggest matchesThe LFP and Kipsta have unveiled five commemorative balls designed exclusively for this season’s “Matchs Temps Forts” — the marquee fixtures.The initiative covers ten matches spread across both legs, including the Classique, the Olympico, and the league’s three major derbies.Each ball retains Ligue 1’s usual graphic identity, featuring the crests of the two opposing clubs and a color palette sp
  
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• Michael Carrick offers Carlos Baleba injury update as £65m signing prepares for debut

  15-09-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Carrick has suggested Carlos Baleba could make his debut against Tottenham in October as he looks forward to welcoming his biggest buy into the Manchester United team. Baleba joined United from Brighton for an initial £65m but was then sidelined by an ankle injury. It means the midfielder will miss the reunion with his former club in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie at Old Trafford but manager Carrick expects him back in training soon. Sunday’s match against Fulham will also
  
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• Gerard Martín’s rise prompts Barcelona to consider longer deal

  15-09-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gerard Martín’s rise prompts Barcelona to consider longer dealBarcelona have begun the process of renewing defender Gerard Martín’s contract, per multiple reports relayed by Barca Blaugranes. The 24-year-old is currently tied to the club until 2028, and Barça are said to be looking at a longer deal that would come with a bigger release clause and a higher salary.There is reportedly no urgency on either side. So far, there have been no concrete negotiations or eve
  
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• Pocognoli on McBurnie, faith in youth and 'expermintation'

  15-09-2026 14:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New head coach Sebastian Pocognoli has been speaking to the media after naming his first Scotland squad.Here are the main points from the news conference:Pocognoli, who has handed five first call-ups among seven uncapped players, says on the make-up of his squad: "The most important thing is regarding the style of play I want. My focus is to select the players regarding that. There are a lot of names that can also be on that squad. I think we have a good mix of experience and players going for t
  
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• Chelsea set for triple injury boost ahead of Brentford clash

  15-09-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea set for triple injury boost ahead of Brentford clashChelsea Injury Update: Caicedo, Palestra and Henderson Close to Brentford ReturnChelsea need bodies back, and they may get three of them this week. After a sloppy 2-2 draw with Hull City, Xabi Alonso could finally have some better news on the injury front, with Moises Caicedo, Marco Palestra and Jordan Henderson all pushing to return for the trip to Brentford.That matters. Chelsea have lacked rhythm, balance and control in key moments a
  
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• Ex-Tottenham midfielder Bissouma set to join Ajax

  15-09-2026 14:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Yves Bissouma left Tottenham after his contract expired in June [Getty Images]Former Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the verge of joining Ajax on an initial deal that runs until the end of the season.The defensive midfielder, 30, was out of contract following his release from Spurs in June but is now set for a return to football in the Netherlands.It is understood Bissouma has agreed a deal until the end of the season with the option of a further 12 months.The Mali international is curr
  
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