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• 💣Bombshell: CONMEBOL confirms 64-team World Cup

  20-07-2026 20:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Bombshell: CONMEBOL confirms 64-team World CupJust minutes ago, Alejandro Domínguez posted on his X account what the next World Cup will be.Beyond announcing what we already knew—that the World Cup will begin in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay—what surprised people most is that he already confirmed it will feature 64 teams.Let’s remember that this had been a rumor following the change in the current edition to 48 national teams. However, pending FIFA’s co
  
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• Tranmere sign Lincoln winger Okoro on loan

  21-07-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zane Okoro has made seven appearances for Lincoln City in all competitions [Getty Images]Tranmere Rovers have signed Lincoln City winger Zane Okoro on a season-long loan deal.The 19-year-old American has also signed a new contract with the Imps to extend his stay with the Championship club until the end of 2028-29.He spent last season on loan in the Northern Ireland Premiership with Coleraine and scored three goals in 25 league appearances."I feel like this is a really good place for me to get a
  
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• Marseille set their sights on Memphis Depay, but…

  21-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille set their sights on Memphis Depay, but…Olympique de Marseille are reportedly pursuing Memphis Depay (32), according to Foot Mercato.With the Dutchman’s contract with Corinthians due to expire on 31st July, OM’s new sporting management, led by sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, are said to have made contact with the striker’s representatives.Having joined São Paulo in September 2024, the 112-time Dutch international (55 goals) has racked up no fewe
  
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• Ruggeri’s agent: “Roma were interested, but…”

  21-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruggeri’s agent: “Roma were interested, but…”Tullio Tinti, Matteo Ruggeri’s agent, gave an interview to Sky Sport in which he discussed his client’s future.“He had an extraordinary season with Atletico Madrid. To play in a place like Madrid, you need a big personality.” \Tinti then went on to discuss the interest from Serie A clubs: “It’s normal that, after a season like this, there’s interest, not only from Roma and Fiorentina,
  
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• Official | Paris FC sign Lassine Sinayoko from Auxerre

  21-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Paris FC sign Lassine Sinayoko from AuxerreParis FC have announced the signing of Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko (26) on a three-year deal. The Malian international notably skipped training at Auxerre to secure a move away from the Will Still-led club. Sinayoko was the subject of strong interest from Ligue 1 clubs last summer, notably RC Lens, however, Auxerre opted to retain him. However, Sinayoko remained on the promise that, in the event of a reasonable offer this summer, he woul
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool transfer priority made clear after Iraola admission

  21-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool transfer priority made clear after Iraola admissionLiverpool transfer latest as Andoni Iraola begins rebuild and Bradley Barcola remains a key targetLiverpool’s summer has already changed tone. A new head coach is on the grass, a major contract issue has been resolved, and the shape of the squad rebuild is starting to come into focus. According to The Athletic, this is a window in which Liverpool are still searching for attacking reinforcements, with Bradley Barcola a
  
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• Jones confident Charlton will achieve transfer targets

  21-07-2026 14:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jones led Charlton to a 19th-place Championship finish last season [Getty Images]Charlton boss Nathan Jones says the club are taking a patient approach in the transfer market."We're in a decent place. This is a patient window. We have the nucleus of a really good squad, but what we need to add is a bit more flair, a bit more quality and zest in one-v-one areas and at the top end of the squad."That takes a bit more time to get in, but we're confident that when the Championship starts we'll have e
  
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• 📺 Pre-season is live on OneFootball, Milan, Liverpool, Chelsea...

  21-07-2026 14:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📺 Pre-season is live on OneFootball, Milan, Liverpool, Chelsea...With the World Cup over, pre-season begins for Europe’s biggest clubs — and you’ll be able to follow it on OneFootball!Chelsea, Milan, Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United... you can follow them all live on our app and website. ONLY in Spain.It will be available at these prices:Pay-per-view: €4.99 per match'Summer Ticket' packages by club1. Tottenham - 4 matches to watch from Spain for €9
  
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• Torino 2026/27 away kit celebrates River Plate friendship

  21-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Torino 2026/27 away kit celebrates River Plate friendshipTorino have unveiled their new away kit for the 2026/27 season, which celebrates the years of friendship with Argentine giants River Plate.The Granata are twinned with the Buenos Aires club, who this year are marking the 125th anniversary of their foundation.TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 1: Giovanni Simeone of Torino FC celebrates after scoring the team´s first goal during the Serie A match with SS Lazio at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on
  
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• Report: Man United keen on move for Bundesliga defender

  21-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United keen on move for Bundesliga defenderManchester United Weigh Waldemar Anton Move as Defensive Plans EvolveManchester United’s summer business has already carried a clear shape, with midfield reinforcement pushed to the front of the queue. Yet as the window develops, attention appears to be spreading across the pitch, and fresh reporting from Fussball Daten suggests centre-back is now firmly under consideration.That shift is understandable. Harry Maguire is moving into the
  
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• Aston Villa’s Amadou Onana set for 9-month layoff after sustaining ACL tear

  21-07-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa’s Amadou Onana set for 9-month layoff after sustaining ACL tearAston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana (24) is expected to be sidelined for at least nine months, according to AFP. The 24-year-old Belgium international midfielder sustained an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee during the Red Devils’ 4-1 win over the USA in the 2026 World Cup last-16 round in Seattle’s Lumen Field.Given the timeframe set over his recovery, Onana could target a return t
  
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• Why Newcastle are changing club badge

  21-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United will still wear the current crest in the 2026-27 season [Getty Images]Newcastle United supporters are set to vote on a new crest, with the club poised to change their badge for the first time since 1988.The existing emblem is popular with supporters, but Newcastle feel it "struggles to perform in a modern setting"."Its intricacies and irregularities make consistent, high-quality reproduction impossible - from modern digital platforms to broadcast environments and merchandise," t
  
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• Barcelona refuse to give up on Julian Alvarez but activate backup transfer plan – Romano

  21-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona refuse to give up on Julian Alvarez but activate backup transfer plan – RomanoBarcelona remain fully committed to signing Julian Alvarez, but the club is no longer putting all of their eggs in one basket. With Atletico Madrid continuing to block any move for the Argentine forward, the Catalan giants have already begun exploring alternative options across Europe.According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the latest Barcelona transfer news is that the club has initiated con
  
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• Mourinho will count on injury-prone Real Madrid defender who takes a step forward in recovery

  21-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho will count on injury-prone Real Madrid defender who takes a step forward in recoveryReal Madrid left-back Ferland Mendy has taken another important step in his recovery after returning to the grass at Valdebebas for the first time since undergoing surgery in May, reports AS.The French left-back remains unavailable for full team training, but his latest progress has provided Real Madrid with encouraging signs as preparations continue for the new season.The report goes as far as suggestin
  
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• Infantino's 'time is up' with Fifa - La Liga boss

  21-07-2026 14:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Javier Tebas was heavily critical of Gianni Infantino, who has been president of Fifa since 2016 [Getty Images]La Liga president Javier Tebas has called for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to step down, claiming the world governing body is "destroying the football industry".In an interview with Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, the head of the Spanish league also criticised World Cup hydration breaks, the final's lengthy half-time interval, the postponement of a suspension for United St
  
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• Report Summerville will join Roma for under €50m, despite Aston Villa interest

  21-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Summerville will join Roma for under €50m, despite Aston Villa interestSportitalia transfer pundit Alfredo Pedullà claims that Roma have a basic deal for Crysencio Summerville with West Ham United for under €50m (£42.6m), despite Aston Villa, Tottenham and Manchester United interest.There has been a great deal of debate over the presence of a release clause at €53m, but it was later clarified that it is not written into the contract so much as a gentleman&rsquo
  
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• Aston Villa ready to get serious about €50m deal following record outgoing transfer

  21-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa ready to get serious about €50m deal following record outgoing transferAston Villa will soon have the cash to get really serious about signing Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG after they make their major sale.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.The transfer of Morgan Rogers to Chelsea, which is expected to be completed this week, is about to give a massive injection of momentum
  
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• Chelsea join Arsenal in transfer battle for John Stones

  21-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea join Arsenal in transfer battle for John StonesChelsea have joined Arsenal in the race to sign John Stones. According to The Athletic, the Blues have included the England international to their list of summer targets. Chelsea want to add more ready-made players to the squad and Stones fit their requirements. The West London club are receptive to offers for Axel Disasi and Trevoh Chalobah as they look to revamp their defence for next season. They have made an official
  
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• Ajax starting to grow impatient as Barcelona captain’s loan move remains unresolved

  21-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax starting to grow impatient as Barcelona captain’s loan move remains unresolvedMarc-Andre ter Stegen’s proposed loan move from FC Barcelona to AFC Ajax has entered an unexpected period of uncertainty, with the deal still awaiting final approval despite all parties having previously reached an agreement.As such, the Dutch giants are starting to grow impatient, reports Mundo Deportivo.Administrative issues persistAlthough Barcelona, Ajax, and the German goalkeeper agreed in princip
  
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• Barella wants to end his career at Inter, developing a ‘different style of play’ for 2026-27

  21-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barella wants to end his career at Inter, developing a ‘different style of play’ for 2026-27Inter star Nicolò Barella admits he must change his style of play for the 2026-27 season and have a greater leadership role in the dressing room, with Cristian Chivu asking him to ‘act like a captain.’Barella released an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport just a few days after the start of the Inter pre-season.The Nerazzurri won a domestic double in the 2025-26 campaign and
  
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• Gossip: Magpies eye new midfielder

  21-07-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]League One new boys Notts County are in pole position to sign Southend midfielder Leon Chambers-Parillon, 24, with Mansfield and Chesterfield also in the hunt. (Pete O'Rourke)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Just in: Barcelona consider move for Spain World Cup winner with release clause less than €15m

  21-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Barcelona consider move for Spain World Cup winner with release clause less than €15mIn a major development, Carlos Monfort of SPORT reports that FC Barcelona are considering a move for Aymeric Laporte following the defender’s outstanding performances during Spain’s World Cup-winning campaign.The experienced centre-back emerged as one of the tournament’s standout defenders alongside Pau Cubarsi, and his displays have attracted interest from several clubs. And, as
  
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• Gossip: Canaries eye French midfielder

  21-07-2026 13:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Middlesbrough and Norwich are set to go head-to-head for 26-year-old defensive midfielder Balthazar Pierret, who plays for French Ligue 2 club Red Star (Sky Sports - in French)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Boro lead race for Lankshear

  21-07-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Middlesbrough are leading the race for 21-year-old Tottenham and England youth international forward Will Lankshear, who is set to cost more than £10m. (TeamTalk)Boro and Norwich are set to go head-to-head for 26-year-old defensive midfielder Balthazar Pierret, who plays for French Ligue 2 club Red Star (Sky Sports - in French)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Report: Newcastle United set to battle Aston Villa in the race for £25m Brazilian star

  21-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United set to battle Aston Villa in the race for £25m Brazilian starNewcastle Transfer News: Gabriel Sara Interest BuildsNewcastle have made contact over Gabriel Sara, and on the face of it this feels perfectly logical. According to TeamTalk, Galatasaray are ready to sell the Brazil international for around £25 million, with both Newcastle and Aston Villa in the frame. Napoli are mentioned too, which tells you this is not idle chatter around a squad player. Clubs wi
  
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• Barcelona full-back absent from group training to manage workload

  21-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona full-back absent from group training to manage workloadBarcelona defender Alejandro Balde was absent from group training on Tuesday morning after following an individual fitness programme as part of the club’s new pre-season workload management strategy.According to Mundo Deportivo, the 22-year-old did not train alongside the rest of Hansi Flick’s squad at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, instead completing specific exercises away from the group to manage his physical cond
  
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• Gossip: Summerville offer rejected, bid in for winger?

  21-07-2026 13:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Ham have rejected a second offer from Roma for Dutch forward Crysencio Summerville and the Italian club, whose first bid was 46m euros (£39m), are working on a final proposal for the 24-year-old. (Sky Sports Italia - in Italian) Brighton have reportedly turned down a £5m offer for 21-year-old winger Amario Cozier-Duberry, who has been linked with West Ham after impressing on loan with Bolton last season. (The Athletic - via subscription)Want more transfer news from the EFL?
  
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• Manchester City defender expresses first-team desire under Enzo Maresca after successful La Liga loan

  21-07-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City defender expresses first-team desire under Enzo Maresca after successful La Liga loanVitor Reis spoke of his high expectations of working with new Man City manager Enzo MarescaReis says his season at Girona helped him improve significantly through regular football in La LigaBrazilian credits Ruben Dias and Erling Haaland as important influences during his first City spellManchester City centre-back Vitor Reis has returned to the Etihad Stadium following a season-long loan at Giro
  
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• Real Madrid goalkeeper trains alone after muscle issue – report

  21-07-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid goalkeeper trains alone after muscle issue – reportReal Madrid have been handed a minor fitness concern during pre-season after Andriy Lunin missed training with the rest of the first-team squad due to muscle fatigue.According to an update from Alvaro Esteban, the Ukrainian goalkeeper did not take part in Tuesday’s outdoor session at Real Madrid City in Valdebebas, instead completing individual work indoors as a precaution.The latest Real Madrid news suggests the issue is
  
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• Aston Villa sign Japanese international goalkeeper Okuma

  21-07-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa sign Japanese international goalkeeper OkumaAston Villa have completed the signing of Japanese international goalkeeper Akane Okuma.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Villans this morning.The 21-year-old keeper joins Aston Villa following a spell with Japanese SOMPO WE League club INAC Kobe Leonessa. During her time with the Japanese side, Okuma continuously challenged at the top level. She was a SOMPO WE League runner-up with INAC Kob
  
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