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• Crawley Town sign Ebiowei and Krasniqi

  24-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Crawley Town have signed winger Malcom Ebiowei and defensive midfielder Klaudio Krasniqi.Ebiowei, 22, made his senior breakthrough at Derby County in 2021-2022 under Wayne Rooney and he then joined Premier League side Crystal Palace, but did not make any competitive starts for the Eagles.He also had a short spell with Blackpool at the start of last season.Crawley head coach Colin Kazim-Richards told the club website: "Malcolm is a talent that everybody knows and he has a talent tha
  
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• Mullins targets additions at Newport before deadline

  27-08-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Newport County manager Hayden Mullins has urged patience as the Exiles work to strengthen his squad before the transfer window closes.The 47-year-old admitted he would have liked the remaining business to be done sooner, but says circumstances around prospective signings have slowed progress.Newport have already made 11 signings this summer, most recently landing midfielder Matt Dibley-Dias on loan from FulhamBut former Fulham under-21 boss Mullins has indicated further
  
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• A good deal for both clubs?

  27-08-2026 17:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [PA Media]All along, Andoni Iraola has spoken about how he is waiting for 1 September when he knows what his squad will look like come the end of the window and there was certainly a sense inside the media room on Thursday that, even with Bradley Barcola's impending arrival, Liverpool might not be done yet.Iraola hoped to have "good news" around Barcola as that deal edges closer, but he refused to guarantee that Cody Gakpo would still be a Reds player come the end of the window. Liverpool are in
  
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• Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for Bundesliga star

  27-08-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United remain interested in move for Bundesliga starNewcastle Transfer Latest: Bilal El Khannouss Contact Could Shape Nick Woltemade DecisionNewcastle United’s attacking rebuild is gathering pace, and the latest development points towards Bilal El Khannouss becoming a serious part of the conversation. According to TeamTalk, Newcastle have made contact over the Stuttgart playmaker, a move that could have significant implications for Nick Woltemade as Matthias Jaissle refin
  
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• Juventus nearing move for Franck Kessie after major meeting with entourage

  27-08-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus nearing move for Franck Kessie after major meeting with entourageSerie A side Juventus have been keeping a close eye on the situation of Franck Kessie for many weeks now. The deal is edging closer to completion.Get Italian Football News covered last week that Fabio Miretti’s move to Besiktas was holding the key for the Ivorian’s move to the Bianconeri.Tuttomercatoweb report that a deal is close to completion. Juve met the midfielder’s agents earlier today to discuss a
  
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• Villa sign Goretzka - what went wrong at Bayern and what will he bring?

  27-08-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leon Goretzka played for Bochum and Schalke in Germany before moving to Bayern Munich in 2018 [Getty Images]Aston Villa have completed the signing of former Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka on a free transfer.The Germany international, 31, was available after leaving Bayern in the summer after eight years at the club.Villa lost their opening Premier League fixture 4-0 at Brighton on Sunday and are looking to boost their midfield options with Amadou Onana out until next year with a knee inj
  
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• UEFA file ‘criminal mismanagement’ complaint against FIFA over $4.2 billion sell-off plan

  27-08-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  UEFA file ‘criminal mismanagement’ complaint against FIFA over $4.2 billion sell-off planThe schism at the heart of football has reached a new level with reports UEFA are preparing to file a ‘criminal mismanagement’ complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino.Multiple sources including the Wall Street Journal, BBC Sport, Times and Telegraph all confirm that UEFA submitted documents to court requesting access to evidence and documents for use in legal proceedings in
  
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• Leao & Milan toxic relationship finally over. Ahanor to Chelsea: good or bad for Italy? VIDEO

  27-08-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leao & Milan toxic relationship finally over. Ahanor to Chelsea: good or bad for Italy? VIDEOMatt Santangelo of That Milan Podcast joins Football Italia editor Lorenzo Bettoni for the latest episode of the Football Italia Summer Show, discussing Rafael Leão’s likely Milan exit and Honest Ahanor’s potential move to Chelsea.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channelJAKARTA, INDONESIA – AUGUST 08: Rafael Leao of AC Milan shoots against Moise
  
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• Champions League draw: Roma players hope for Mourinho reunion

  27-08-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Champions League draw: Roma players hope for Mourinho reunionSky Sport Italia reports that Roma players would be ‘intrigued’ by the prospect of facing José Mourinho’s Real Madrid at the Stadio Olimpico in the Champions League, given the strong bond the Portuguese built with them and the fans.Several Roma players, especially some of the most experienced in the dressing room, would love to reunite with their ex-coach Mourinho in the Champions League group stage, reports Sk
  
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• Gilligham sign striker Sillah on season-long loan

  27-08-2026 17:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lamin Sillah joined Nottingham Forest last summer from Greek side Olympiacos [Getty Images]Gillingham have signed striker Lamin Sillah on a season-long loan from Nottingham Forest.The 20-year-old, who signed for Forest last summer on a three-year deal from Olympiacos, will be available for the Gills' home game against Northampton Town on Saturday.Sillah, a Gambian U20 international, started his career at Steve Biko FC in his home country before moving to Greece in 2024. He scored nine times in 1
  
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• Arteta silent on Alvarez but hints at Jesus exit

  27-08-2026 17:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Mikel Arteta's news conference before Arsenal's match with Aston Villa on Monday night was always going to be dominated by transfer talk as the transfer window is still open. This one did not disappoint with a large part of the questioning centred around the future of Julian Alvarez. The Atletico Madrid striker has been the subject of one of the longest-running sagas of the window, with Arsenal's interest in the forward well-documented. Arteta was asked about a story from Spain whe
  
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• Iraola on hoping for 'good news soon' on signings, Jacquet and Forest

  27-08-2026 17:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Nottingham Forest at Anfield (kick-off 12:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Iraola did not speak about signing Bradley Barcola but said "we are trying to sign [wingers]". He added: "I hope we can have good news soon but we are still not there." Iraola said he hopes to keep "very influential" forward Cody Gakpo in the squad, but admitted "I cannot guarantee anything".Fed
  
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• Copa Independent | Transfer window special: £100m dominoes, Villa’s woes and the incoming deadline day frenzy

  27-08-2026 17:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The transfer window has been more frenzied than ever this summer, with wild £100m sums being exchanged between Premier League clubs. Who distorted the market, and are clubs overpaying for new recruits?Aston Villa and Newcastle have sold several key players this summer – are the Premier League’s new squad cost ratio (SCR) rules to blame? And with only a few days to go until the deadline, which deals will get done before the window closes?Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly join Law
  
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• Champions League draw takes place in Monaco

  27-08-2026 17:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Champions League draw takes place in MonacoFollow OneFootball's coverage of the league phase draw for the 2026/27 Champions League from the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. 2026-08-27T15:47:21ZThe start of the draw is set to take place in 15 minutes. 2026-08-27T15:38:46ZIn all its glory.  2026-08-27T15:38:19ZWelcome to OneFootball's live coverage of the league phase draw for this season's Champions League.
  
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• From France: Roma increasingly confident for Fofana

  27-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From France: Roma increasingly confident for FofanaRoma are looking to give Gian Piero Gasperini a left winger. In recent hours, the Malick Fofana option seems to be on the cards. Following their Champions League elimination, Lyon are still in need of a sale, and the Roman club has no intention of letting the Belgian slip away. The 2005-born player could attract interest from other clubs, which is why the Giallorossi must accelerate. According to Footmercato, there have been new contacts between
  
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• Man United forward nears Old Trafford exit as Serie A club eyes late transfer swoop

  27-08-2026 17:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United are holding talks with Fiorentina regarding a potential transfer for Joshua Zirkzee, the Press Association understands.The 25-year-old moved to Old Trafford from Bologna in 2024, agreeing a five-year contract with an option for an additional year in a €42.5 million (£36.5m) transfer.However, Zirkzee has found opportunities hard to come by at United, scoring only twice across 26 appearances in all competitions last season.Just five of those matches were starts, leavin
  
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• Dibley-Dias 'fits' Newport - boss Mullins

  27-08-2026 17:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mullins: Matt Dibley-Dias fits exactly what Newport needed [Newport County]Newport County boss Hayden Mullins believes new signing Matt Dibley-Dias is exactly the type of player the League Two club were looking to add.The Fulham midfielder became Newport's 11th signing of the transfer window on Wednesday, joining the Exiles on a short-term loan deal.Mullins knows the 22-year-old well from his time as Fulham Under-21s head coach, where Dibley-Dias made 31 appearances under him across three season
  
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• 🚨 Boca confirm squad to face Lanús at La Bombonera

  27-08-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Boca confirm squad to face Lanús at La BomboneraBoca Juniors officially announced the squad list for the match against Lanús, which will be played on Friday the 28th at 9:30 PM at La Bombonera.The main news is the return of Di Lollo and Paredes to the squad. On the other hand, neither Costa nor Aranda are included.Satas, meanwhile, is included for the first time among the players called up by Rodolfo Arruabarrena. His presence brings the total squad to 24 players.The squa
  
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• Report Chelsea agreement for Ahanor, Atalanta sale at €48m including bonus

  27-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Chelsea agreement for Ahanor, Atalanta sale at €48m including bonusMultiple sources in Italy confirm that Chelsea have agreed to buy Honest Ahanor from Atalanta for a package worth around €48m, although he might not necessarily play for them this season.Fabrizio Romano, Sportitalia’s Alfredo Pedullà and Sky Sport Italia pundit Gianluca Di Marzio all confirm the two clubs shook hands today, and are only working on the final details of how bonuses are to be activated.
  
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• Liverpool star now set for £70m exit after Bradley Barcola deal

  27-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star now set for £70m exit after Bradley Barcola dealLiverpool Transfer Latest: Bradley Barcola arrival points towards Cody Gakpo exitLiverpool’s summer business appears to have taken another significant turn, with the expected arrival of Bradley Barcola now carrying clear implications for Cody Gakpo’s future. According to Anfield Watch, the Reds have effectively lined up a second major deal in the wake of the French winger’s move.The headline figure is striking
  
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• Champions League 2026/27 Draw: Live Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como rivals

  27-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Champions League 2026/27 Draw: Live Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como rivalsThis page will update live with the latest relevant news, no need to refresh the page!Join us for the Champions League draw as it happens, with Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como learning their eight opponents in the opening phase of the tournament.The draw begins in Monaco at 17.00 UK time (18.00 CEST).As with last season, the format of the competition now has one big table of 36 clubs, they each face eight different opponents, fo
  
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• Bologna look at Gudmundsson and Theate, could release Rowe for Atalanta

  27-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bologna look at Gudmundsson and Theate, could release Rowe for AtalantaBologna could spark a transfer domino effect with Albert Gudmundsson from Fiorentina, sending Jonathan Rowe to Atalanta, while Arthur Theate could return from Eintracht Frankfurt.The Rossoblu had a nasty surprise to start their Serie A season under new coach Domenico Tedesco, suffering a 1-0 home defeat to Lazio on Monday.They also had some disastrous pre-season friendly results, so are now trying to improve the squad before
  
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• UEFA pursuing legal action against FIFA, president Gianni Infantino after failed World Cup stake sale plan

  27-08-2026 17:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress at Sava Centar on April 03, 2025 in Belgrade, Serbia.Francesco Scaccianoce - UEFA via Getty ImagesUEFA is taking legal action in New York against FIFA, Gianni Infantino and Thrive Capital, the lead investor in the failed $20 billion World Cup investment plan, according to The Times and Front Office Sports. This is not a lawsuit. UEFA, instead, is wanting to go through the discovery process to get information from the t
  
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• 🚨 UEFA prepares criminal proceedings against Infantino

  27-08-2026 17:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 UEFA prepares criminal proceedings against InfantinoUEFA is reportedly preparing to launch criminal proceedings against FIFA president Gianni Infantino over alleged “criminal mismanagement.” Revealed by several European media outlets, including The Times, The Telegraph and Sky, the case is said to be linked to the abandoned project known as FIFA Forward Enterprise, backed by world football’s governing body.At the heart of the case is reportedly Gianni Infantino’
  
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• Report: Mourinho handling Vinicius in a different manner to Mbappe at Real Madrid

  27-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Mourinho handling Vinicius in a different manner to Mbappe at Real MadridJose Mourinho has returned to Real Madrid management in style, securing back-to-back wins against Espanyol and Real Sociedad to kick-start La Liga.Los Blancos sneaked a late 2-1 win against the Catalan side in their first game before comprehensively beating the Basque side last night with a 4-1 scoreline.One of Mourinho’s biggest positives from the game at the Bernabeu last night was the combination play betwe
  
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• Southampton close to sealing Ward-Prowse return

  27-08-2026 17:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  James Ward-Prowse made 410 appearances for Southampton before leaving to join West Ham in 2023 [Shutterstock]Southampton are close to completing a deal to re-sign their former captain James Ward-Prowse from West Ham United. The 31-year-old left St Mary's in 2023 having made 410 appearances for the club, scoring 55 goals. Since moving to east London he has played 75 times for the Hammers and spent time on loan at Nottingham Forest and Burnley. Last season Ward-Prowse picked up one assist in 14 Pr
  
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• Exeter open to selling Wareham at 'the right time'

  27-08-2026 17:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jayden Wareham scored 22 goals in 53 appearances last season for Exeter City [Shutterstock]Exeter City manager Matt Taylor says he would not stand in the way of Jayden Wareham leaving if the right bid came in for the striker, describing the League Two side as "a selling football club".The 23-year-old scored 22 goals in 53 appearances last season and has been the subject of speculation linking him with a move away from St James Park.Speaking before Exeter's away trip to York City on Saturday, Tay
  
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• Sunderland defender Seelt joins Swansea on loan

  27-08-2026 17:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Swansea City have signed Sunderland defender Jensen Seelt on loan for the remainder of the season.The Dutch centre-back, 23, has played 21 times for Sunderland since joining the Black Cats from PSV Eindhoven in 2023 and spent the first half of last season on loan at Bundesliga club Wolfsburg.Seelt's arrival comes despite the fact that Swansea have been boosted by news that Ben Cabango's heel injury is not serious.Club captain Cabango limped off during the draw with Sheffield United last weekend
  
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• Hansi Flick lays down challenge to Barcelona star after recent snub – report

  27-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick lays down challenge to Barcelona star after recent snub – reportBarcelona star Alejandro Balde has had an interesting week at the Catalan club, with his future coming under the microscope.The Spaniard was dropped from the matchday squad for the Blaugrana’s opening La Liga game against Elche, with Flick confirming that his head was not in the right place.Subsequently, Manchester United were said to be interested in the 22-year-old Spaniard but were not willing to make an o
  
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• Chelsea Starting XI vs Luton Town: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup

  27-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Starting XI vs Luton Town: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupChelsea vs Luton: Predicted XI, Mike Penders Call and Xabi Alonso Rotation PlanChelsea have no need to overcomplicate this. The job against Luton Town in the Carabao Cup is simple, rotate where needed, protect key legs for Brighton, and still put out a side strong enough to get through. After the 3-2 win at Fulham, Xabi Alonso has room to change things, and he probably will.The obvious talking point is in goal. Mike Pende
  
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