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• City's loans exhibition day 'definitely a worthwhile exercise'

  17-07-2026 16:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester City welcomed clubs to their training ground on Tuesday to showcase the talent on offer during the summer transfer window.The exhibition day centres largely around players available on loan - or possibly a permanent transfer - for those who likely fall into the gap between the first team and the under-23 side, known as the elite development squad.City have held such days for a number of years, where a short training session is put on in front of watching scouts, heads of
  
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• Stick with Tuchel unless Guardiola is available - Rooney

  17-07-2026 21:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thomas Tuchel is under contract with the FA until summer 2028 [Getty Images]Wayne Rooney thinks the Football Association should stick with Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless a move for Pep Guardiola is possible. Tuchel has retained the backing of the FA after England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final. The German was criticised for his substitutions as England squandered a 1-0 lead late on, but says he intends to stay to lead the Three Lions into Euro 2028.Desp
  
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• Juventus seek Pellegrini after Celik, as Roma reply with Thuram

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus seek Pellegrini after Celik, as Roma reply with ThuramAfter Juventus snatched Zeki Celik, the transfer battle with Roma is set to continue with an approach for free agent Lorenzo Pellegrini, but the Giallorossi could respond with Khephren Thuram.Celik had seemed to be ready to sign a new contract at the Stadio Olimpico and it was all printed up to be signed when suddenly he turned around to join Juve instead.He was a free agent, as his contract had expired on June 30, but it still came
  
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• EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière: ‘It’s not the end but the beginning of a beautiful story for the French team’

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EXCLUSIVE | Jérémie Aliadière: ‘It’s not the end but the beginning of a beautiful story for the French team’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 first part, he spoke about what went wrong against Spain and explains why the future is sti
  
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• “If they need me, I will be there” – Pep Guardiola makes Man City return promise as ambassador role begins

  17-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “If they need me, I will be there” – Pep Guardiola makes Man City return promise as ambassador role beginsPep Guardiola has promised he will return to the Etihad Stadium in some capacity in the futureCatalan says he wants to be “behind-the-scenes” and will help Enzo Maresca if neededGuardiola adds he expects Khaldoon Al Mubarak invite to watch games together from Abu DhabiFormer Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has delivered a heartfelt message to the club&rsqu
  
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• Spain vs. Argentina: What to expect at the World Cup final, from star performers to Trump's trophy presentation

  17-07-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026 World Cup final will feature Spain and Argentina meeting on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Spain will be vying for its second World Cup title and first since they won in South Africa in 2010. Argentina has won the tournament three times, including four years ago in Qatar.Here's what to expect when tuning in to the 2026 World Cup final.What time does the Spain vs. Argentina World Cup final start? How to watch?The match will begin at 3 p.m. ET, which is 4 p.m. i
  
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• Milan join race for Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi, €25m needed

  17-07-2026 21:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan join race for Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi, €25m neededSerie A side Milan have signed Mario Gila in what was a major defensive coup but they may not stop simply at signing the Spaniard. Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi is also a target.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that with the Rossoneri working on Fikayo Tomori’s sale, another defensive addition is likely to be made. They want a player who meets Ruben Amorim’s demands of playing out from the back and Lucumi fits the bill perfe
  
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• Zielinski: ‘Inter must do better in the Champions League’

  17-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zielinski: ‘Inter must do better in the Champions League’Piotr Zielinski agrees with Inter President Beppe Marotta that the focus this season must be ‘doing better in Europe’ after winning Serie A and the Coppa Italia.The Nerazzurri secured the Double last season, taking the Scudetto and Coppa Italia trophies in the first campaign under coach Cristian Chivu.However, they faltered in the Champions League with an early exit in the play-offs to Bodo/Glimt.Zielinski aiming fo
  
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• Ederson extends contract after Man Utd move collapses

  17-07-2026 21:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A deal for Ederson to join Manchester United broke down because of an issue discovered during a medical [Getty Images]Brazil midfielder Ederson has signed a contract extension at Atalanta after the collapse of his proposed move to Manchester United.The Old Trafford club had agreed a £35m fee for the 27-year-old on 2 June.A plan for him to have a medical at the start of July had to be scrapped when Ederson received a late call-up for his country's World Cup squad following an injury to Wesl
  
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• Charlton Athletic pair Lobato and Fitzgerald sign new deals

  17-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic pair Lobato and Fitzgerald sign new dealsCharlton Athletic pair Lucia Lobato and Lucy Fitzgerald have signed new contracts with the club.The Addicks announced news of the deals via posts on their official club website earlier today.Both players have signed new one-year deals at The Valley.Lobato’s contract extension was announced first. Lobato joined Charlton Athletic from Olympique de Marseille last summer. She made 15 appearances in Barclays WSL2 last season in which sh
  
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• Rangers Agree Fee With Partizan For Their Club Skipper: Why He Would Be A Welcome Addition At Ibrox

  17-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers Agree Fee With Partizan For Their Club Skipper: Why He Would Be A Welcome Addition At IbroxIf a recent report from Serbian outlet Mozzart Sport is believed to be true, Rangers have now struck a deal with Partizan Belgrade for their skipper Vanja Dragojevic. Their initial bid of around £3.8m was turned down, but an improved £4.6m offer has now been accepted, with the Black-Whites also holding a 10 per cent sell-on clause on any future sale.The 20-year-old Serbian international
  
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• Atherton joins Ipswich Town from Chelsea

  17-07-2026 21:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town have confirmed the signing of 17-year-old midfielder Chris Atherton from Premier League rivals Chelsea.The Republic of Ireland youth international moved to Stamford Bridge last summer, having made 32 senior appearances for then Irish Premiership side Glenavon.He signed a professional contract in October and was a regular in Chelsea's U17 and U18 sides.Atherton made history during his time at the Lurgan Blues in September 2022 when he became the youngest senior footballer in the Unit
  
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• Laporta announces a surprise signing for Barcelona: ‘He’ll be part of the first-team’

  17-07-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Laporta announces a surprise signing for Barcelona: ‘He’ll be part of the first-team’FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has unexpectedly confirmed that winger Abdul Aziz Issah will return to the club after the expiration of his loan spell. The Ghanaian is set to travel back to Spain this weekend and re-sign for the Blaugrana from Dreams FC after spending the last two seasons on loan in Catalonia.Surprise announcement in the United StatesWhile in the United States of America to
  
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• 'Get the players in before a big sale' - fans on midfield reinforcements

  17-07-2026 20:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views about how excited you are about the signing of Johan Manzambi and whether the Switzerland international and Joao Gomes from Wolves are enough to replace Youri Tielemans and the injured Amadou Onana.Here are some of your comments:Sam: Great signing and looking forward to seeing what Johan brings. Our transfer business is beginning to look very similar to how we sold Jack Grealish - get the players in before the big sale. Got a feeling this might mean we
  
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• Report: Arsenal ready to pay £105m to sign top transfer target

  17-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal ready to pay £105m to sign top transfer targetArsenal Step Up Morgan Rogers Chase With £105m Bid PlannedArsenal are moving with intent on Morgan Rogers, and the numbers tell you everything. According to Football Transfers, the Premier League champions are preparing an opening offer of around £105m for the Aston Villa attacker after previously getting “very, very close” to agreeing terms. Now, those terms are said to be done, and the next stage is obv
  
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• Real Madrid considered move for Premier League defender before signing Denzel Dumfries

  17-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid considered move for Premier League defender before signing Denzel DumfriesAccording to AS, Tottenham Hotspur star Pedro Porro has long been admired inside Real Madrid, but despite years of scouting and internal discussions, the club never launched a serious attempt to sign the Spanish right-back.The defender’s name was considered again this summer, but the club opted to go in a different direction. Now, following his outstanding performances at the World Cup, some figures withi
  
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• Liverpool transfer now in doubt after worrying injury update

  17-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool transfer now in doubt after worrying injury updateStefan Bajcetic Injury Update Complicates Liverpool Midfield Transfer PlansLiverpool want midfield changes this summer. That part is obvious. Andoni Iraola has inherited a squad that needs sorting after a poor 2025-26 campaign, and the club are clearly weighing arrivals against exits. The problem is simple, plans only work when there is a market for the players you are ready to move on.That is where Stefan Bajcetic enters the picture. O
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Southampton Talent: Good Fit For De Zerbi?

  17-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Southampton Talent: Good Fit For De Zerbi?In a recent report, AS stated that Tottenham Hotspur are facing stiff competition for Southampton talent Leo Scienza. It has been mentioned that Spurs would have to rival Atalanta, Crystal Palace, Real Betis, Aston Villa, Everton, Fulham, Leeds United, Palmeiras and Flamengo in the race to land the Brazilian playmaker.Scienza’s Impressive Form In The EFL Championship Last SeasonScienza enjoyed
  
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• Juventus continue Pellegrino talks with Parma, despite Crystal Palace push

  17-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus continue Pellegrino talks with Parma, despite Crystal Palace pushJuventus are continuing talks with Parma for striker Mateo Pellegrino, despite an attempt by Crystal Palace to intercept, as the issue isn’t the €30m asking price.The Bianconeri need reinforcements in attack after losing Dusan Vlahovic as a free agent, with Lois Openda and Jonathan David also on the market.With negotiations dragging on for Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani, Juve have turned their foc
  
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• 🚨 Club World Cup final: we know how long the half-time show will last!

  17-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Club World Cup final: we know how long the half-time show will last!Here’s what FIFA has planned!FIFA has put an end to the questions surrounding the length of the halftime show planned for the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. According to Marca, FIFA sent a detailed halftime schedule to the Spanish and Argentine federations. For this unprecedented Super Bowl-inspired show, the break will be limited to 17 minutes.The concert, featuring Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bi
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona face Udinese, Nottingham Forest in pre-season triangular tournament

  17-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona face Udinese, Nottingham Forest in pre-season triangular tournamentFC Barcelona have officially announced that they will continue preparations for the 2026/27 season by taking part in the inaugural Friuli Venezia Giulia Cup, an international pre-season tournament to be held on August 8 at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine, Italy.The Blaugrana will compete alongside hosts Udinese and Premier League side Nottingham Forest in a three-team tournament designed to help all three club
  
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• 'We only want players who want to play for Newcastle'

  17-07-2026 20:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Newcastle have already bounced back once this summer.After Liverpool signed Victor Munoz, Newcastle discreetly pivoted to winger Bazoumana Toure, who completed a £43m move from Hoffenheim.They will have to bounce back again.Newcastle had been a little cautious about Johan Manzambi, given the interest elsewhere, and it is understood the club moved on before Aston Villa's push to sign him became public.There has certainly been a shift in approach in this window.After qualifying
  
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• France set to appoint Zinedine Zidane as head coach to succeed Didier Deschamps

  17-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France set to appoint Zinedine Zidane as head coach to succeed Didier DeschampsFrance are set to appoint Zinedine Zidane as their new head coach following the end of Didier Deschamps’ long and successful reign.The French Football Federation is expected to formally confirm Zidane’s appointment this month after preparations for the transition were completed well in advance.The 54-year-old has already finalised his coaching staff and is expected to sign the necessary paperwork before ta
  
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• Sunderland Are Facing Tough Competition For This La Liga Midfielder: Good Option For Le Bris?

  17-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Facing Tough Competition For This La Liga Midfielder: Good Option For Le Bris?In a recent report, Nos Diario stated that Sunderland are facing tough competition for Celta Vigo midfielder Ilaix Moriba. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats would have to compete with Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Hull City in the race to sign the Guinean talent in this transfer window.Moriba’s Impressive Form In La LigaMoriba had a solid campaign at the Spanish club re
  
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• Udinese to host Barcelona and Nottingham Forest in new tournament on August 8

  17-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Udinese to host Barcelona and Nottingham Forest in new tournament on August 8Udinese have announced they are hosting Barcelona and Nottingham Forest in a new tournament on August 8 at the Bluenergy Stadium.This is one of the most modern arenas in Italian football and was already chosen as the venue for the 2025 edition of the UEFA Super Cup.Now it will light up again for a new tournament, called the Friuli Venezia Giulia Cup.Udinese launch new tournamentUDINE, ITALY – MAY 02: Kingsley Ehiz
  
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• Report Oulai ready for Fiorentina at €30m after Trabzonspor ‘kidnap’ explained

  17-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Oulai ready for Fiorentina at €30m after Trabzonspor ‘kidnap’ explainedMore details are emerging on the mystery of Christ Inai Oulai’s disappearance from Trabzonspor today, as it’s reported he is ready to fly out for his Fiorentina transfer tonight.The midfielder was expected to already be in Italy today and a flight had been prepared from Istanbul to Florence, but was cancelled as more details had to be worked out.ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 30: Christ Inao
  
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• Cheltenham sign free-agent midfielder McWilliams

  17-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cheltenham Town have signed midfielder Shaun McWilliams following his departure from Rotherham United at the end of last season.The 27-year-old joined the Millers in May 2024. He made 26 appearances in League One last season, scoring two goals.McWilliams also spent eight years with Northampton Town where he twice won promotion to the third tier.Cheltenham boss Steve Cotterill told the club website: "He gives us something different to what we have in midfield, opposing teams won't enjoy playing a
  
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• Birmingham sell defender Wagner back to Philadelphia

  17-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Birmingham City have agreed to sell defender Kai Wagner back to Major Soccer League side Philadelphia Union six months after he joined Blues.The 29-year-old signed a two-and-a-half-year contract for an undisclosed fee in January after spending seven years in Philadelphia.In his short stay at St Andrew's, he started 16 games in the Championship last season and played twice in the FA Cup, where he scored his only goal for the club in a third-round win at Cambridge United.Blues said in talks with t
  
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• 🤯 A bit of the World Cup final at home: FIFA sells turf pieces

  17-07-2026 19:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 A bit of the World Cup final at home: FIFA sells turf piecesIt really would have surprised us if it had been any different. Even the stadium turf in East Rutherford is set to make some serious cash after Sunday’s final. Anyone who wants to can now order a piece of the turf for their home — in the official online shop of the world governing body. Anyone who does so will be sent a piece of the pitch turf embedded in resin after Sunday’s final — permanently pr
  
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• Report: Everton ready for talks to re-sign former star

  17-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Everton ready for talks to re-sign former starJohn Stones Everton return talks gather pace as Toffees eye statement free transferEverton are moving towards what could become one of the most eye-catching deals of the summer, with Sports Boom reporting that John Stones is due to hold talks next week over a return to Goodison Park. It is a development that carries obvious emotional pull, while also speaking to Everton’s attempt to add proven quality and authority to their back line be
  
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