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• Ex-England U21 midfielder Baker swaps Stoke for Turkey

  29-06-2026 13:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Stoke City captain Lewis Baker has joined Turkish side Bursaspor [Getty Images]Former England Under-21 and Chelsea midfielder Lewis Baker has joined Turkish side Bursaspor after being released by Stoke City at the end of last season.Baker, 31, came through Chelsea's academy and made two first-team appearances as well as featuring for the likes of Middlesbrough, Leeds United, Sheffield Wednesday and Reading on loan.He spent the first half of the 2024-25 campaign on loan at Blackburn Rovers
  
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• Real Madrid open to offers for 26-year-old midfielder wanted by Manchester United – report

  30-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid open to offers for 26-year-old midfielder wanted by Manchester United – reportReal Madrid have been very busy during the off-season, already making four new signings with an eye on the next campaign.However, business is far from being completed at the Santiago Bernabeu as incoming manager Jose Mourinho is targeting more signings, including another centre-back and a new midfielder.For that to happen, however, Los Blancos first need to make some cuts to their current squad, with
  
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• England defender Tino Livramento has surgery after World Cup injury heartbreak

  30-06-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England defender Tino Livramento has undergone surgery after being forced to withdraw from the World Cup squad, his club Newcastle United has confirmed. The full-back sustained a calf injury just days before England's opening match of the summer tournament against Croatia.Livramento was subsequently replaced in the squad by Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah and returned to Newcastle for treatment. The Magpies provided an update on his condition on Tuesday.A statement from the club read: "Newcastle Unite
  
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• Vlahovic tops list of 49 out-of-contract players in Serie A on June 30

  30-06-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vlahovic tops list of 49 out-of-contract players in Serie A on June 30June 30 is upon us and a list of 49 Serie A players are set to become available on free transfers by the end of the day, none more prominent than Juventus’s Dusan Vlahovic, for whom a new deal appears increasingly unlikely.Vlahovic unlikely to renew Juventus contract, Roma in talks with Dybala, same for Inter and Mkhitaryan19 out of the 20 clubs competing in the 2026-27 Serie A season have at least one player into the fi
  
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• Madueke on his 'healthy competition' with Saka

  30-06-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Noni Madueke says the "healthy competition" between himself and Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka in the England squad doesn't affect their relationship.Since the World Cup started, England boss Thomas Tuchel has been managing Saka's minutes because of his Achilles tendinitis . This gave Madueke the chance to start on the right for the opening two Group L matches.Saka started in the most recent game against Panama, but was later replaced in the second half by Madueke."It comes down to
  
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• 'His legacy will be tainted' - fans on Chelsea's 'disrespectful' Xhaka pursuit

  30-06-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland fans have been reacting to the news the Black Cats have rejected an £8m bid from Chelsea for captain Granit Xhaka.Xhaka is known to be open to a reunion with former manager Xabi Alonso at Stamford Bridge, having won the Bundesliga together at Bayer Leverkusen in 2024.Personal terms have not yet been agreed with Chelsea, however.Supporter Eric told BBC Radio Newcastle: "The first emotion is one of sadness. It's very sad that such a wonderful relationship will be soured and the mo
  
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• Official | Nazinho completes AS Monaco move

  30-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Nazinho completes AS Monaco moveNazinho (22) has completed a move to AS Monaco from Cercle Brugge, as confirmed on Tuesday. As confirmed earlier in the day, Caio Henrique has departed the Principality club. The Brazil international joined from Atletico Madrid back in 2020 but has left to sign a four-year deal at Ajax Amsterdam. That deal is worth up to €14m, including bonuses, Get French Football News understands.His replacement has already been found. Nazinho emer
  
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• Enzo Maresca inherits the ultimate footballing machine and burden of perfection

  30-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca inherits the ultimate footballing machine and burden of perfectionThere is a particular, suffocating silence that settles over a theatre when the conductor finally steps off the podium for the last time. For a decade, the music at the Etihad Stadium was so loud, so perfectly orchestrated, and so relentlessly triumphant that the dead sound left in its wake now feels less like peace and more like pressure, particularly for Enzo Maresca. The trophies remain, the 20 pieces of
  
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• Meet Wisconsin-born Esmir Bajraktarević, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s World Cup hero

  30-06-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Esmir Bajraktarević is emerging as a key player for Bosnia and Herzegovina ahead of their match against the US.Photograph: Al Sermeno/ISI Photos/Getty ImagesEsmir Bajraktarević’s uture offered two options with little overlap.Born and raised in Appleton, Wisconsin, a Midwestern river town where Harry Houdini also came of age, Bajraktarević’s development took him from the nearby Chicago Fire’s academy to the New England Revolution. He began representing the United
  
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• Chelsea's George close to permanent Everton move

  30-06-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tyrique George played 48 games in all competitions for Chelsea and Everton last season [Getty Images]Everton are close to agreeing a deal with Chelsea to sign winger Tyrique George following his loan spell.The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan on Merseyside, with an option to buy for £25m, but Everton have renegotiated an upfront fee to one with add-ons.George made 11 appearances for Everton, starting once, but impressed manager David Moyes during his four-month spel
  
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• Manchester City ready to enter €100m Tonali race after Maresca appointment

  30-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City ready to enter €100m Tonali race after Maresca appointmentReports in Italy claim that newly-appointed Manchester City head coach is targeting the signing of Italy international Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United as he begins life as the successor to Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium.Maresca was officially appointed as the new head coach of Manchester City on Monday following a complicated and turbulent exit from Chelsea at the beginning of 2026. It is believed that City h
  
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• Inter Milan director reveals the truth behind their move for Curtis Jones

  30-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter Milan director reveals the truth behind their move for Curtis JonesCurtis Jones Transfer Truth, Inter Milan Interest Remains on HoldLiverpool Hold Firm Over MidfielderThe Truth surrounding Curtis Jones and his future at Liverpool is becoming clearer as the summer window unfolds. Interest in the academy graduate remains genuine, yet Anfield’s stance has barely shifted. Liverpool have no intention of allowing a player with proven pedigree to leave on the cheap, even as speculation gath
  
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• Aston Villa hold talks with Toulouse’s Guillaume Restes

  30-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa hold talks with Toulouse’s Guillaume RestesAston Villa have held talks with Guillaume Restes’ (21) representatives, according to a report from The Athletic. The Premier League side are in the market for a successor for Emiliano Martinez this summer and Restes, a France youth international, has emerged as a serious option, The Athletic understands.Restes is a highly-rated young goalkeeper. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from Toulouse FC
  
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• Official | Former Manchester City defender and France international Eliaquim Mangala retires

  30-06-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Former Manchester City defender and France international Eliaquim Mangala retiresEliaquim Managal (35), who became the most expensive defender in the world when he joined Manchester City back in 2014 for €45m, has retired from professional football.Mangala began his career in Belgium with Standard Liege before making the move to Porto back in 2011. It was from there that he made the jump to Manchester City, although his time at the Premier League giants was hampered by injuries.
  
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• Germany exit even more bitter! This stat rubs salt in the wound

  30-06-2026 11:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany exit even more bitter! This stat rubs salt in the woundThe fact that the German national team always wins in penalty shootouts is history as of last night. In the dramatic finish against Paraguay, no fewer than three DFB stars lost their nerve from the spot. That fact alone is already pretty bitter. It gets even more bitter when you look at the following detail. Until now, only one German international had ever failed in a penalty shootout. And that was quite a long time ago. I
  
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• Ipswich Women sign Livingstone from Hibernian

  30-06-2026 11:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town Women have signed Scotland Under-23 international Rosie Livingstone from Hibernian for an undisclosed fee.The winger has agreed a two-year deal with the WSL 2 club, and her arrival follows the signing of former Tottenham forward Kit Graham.Livingstone scored 22 goals in 101 appearances for Hibs and was named player of the year at the end of last season.She also won the club's goal of the season award for her shot into the top corner against Hearts in the Edinburgh derby in March."Th
  
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• Official | Malang Sarr leaves RC Lens

  30-06-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Malang Sarr leaves RC LensThe exodus from RC Lens continues. Captain Adrien Thomasson left on a free transfer to join Stade Rennais, Allan Saint-Maximin has left, too, following the expiry of his short-term contract, whilst Pierre Sage, the manager who led them to Coupe de France glory and a second-place finish in Ligue 1, has departed after one season to become the manager of Crystal Palace.Malang Sarr (27) is the latest to depart, as Lens confirmed on Tuesday. The 30th June is synon
  
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• Maeda returns 'with head held high' despite Japan exit

  30-06-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Daizen Maeda believes he is heading back to Celtic with his head held high despite saying "I apologise for the defeat" after Japan's World Cup exit at the hands of Brazil.The 28-year-old forward started his third game out of four at the finals in the United States, having scored in the 1-1 draw with Sweden that concluded the group stage.Maeda's pressing was described as "world class" by former Celtic manager and now TV pundit Ange Postecoglu during the 2-1 last 32 defeat as Brazil
  
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• Report: Five Man City stars could leave after Enzo Maresca’s arrival

  30-06-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Five Man City stars could leave after Enzo Maresca’s arrivalManchester City Transfer Plans Begin Under Enzo MarescaNew Era Starts at Manchester CityManchester City have officially entered a new chapter following the appointment of Enzo Maresca as the club’s new manager. Stepping into one of football’s most demanding roles, Maresca inherits a squad that requires careful evolution after City narrowly missed out on returning to the summit of English football over the past
  
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• Barcelona see the silver lining in Frenkie de Jong’s World Cup heartbreak

  30-06-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona see the silver lining in Frenkie de Jong’s World Cup heartbreakFC Barcelona midfielder and one of the club captains, Frenkie de Jong, leaves the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a heartbreak.While the Barcelona midfielder produced some of the finest football of his career and established himself as the heartbeat of Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands side, another painful penalty shootout against Morocco ended the Oranje’s hopes of lifting the trophy.For Barcelona, however, the tourn
  
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• Richard Hughes can solve MAJOR Liverpool PROBLEM for just £47m

  30-06-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes can solve MAJOR Liverpool PROBLEM for just £47mLiverpool have a fair few problems to sort out this summer.The 2026-27 season is just around the corner which means that the transfer rumour mill is on the cusp of going into overdrive.The Reds have already been linked with several players with a move for Victor Munoz already being completed.But, since Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson have all left for free, some serious change is afoot.Many players have already
  
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• 🎥 Spain's example, Nagelsmann's argument after the exit

  30-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Spain's example, Nagelsmann's argument after the exitThe unexpected elimination against Paraguay in the round of 32 has left scars, but Julian Nagelsmann is clear about the way forward. In a very tense press conference, the coach surprised everyone by justifying the sporting failure by pointing to the rebuilding process of the Spanish national team as a mirror.The national team manager admitted that the dressing room is at a critical moment that will force drastic decisions at an insti
  
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• Ronald Koeman defends negative tactics as the Netherlands crash out of the World Cup

  30-06-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ronald Koeman defends negative tactics as the Netherlands crash out of the World CupThe Netherlands have fallen at the first knock out hurdle of the 2026 World Cup. Morocco dominated the game from start to finish but were almost made to rue missing a plethora of chances when Cody Gakpo grabbed an emotional smash and grab chance on the break. However, the Atlas Lions got more than they deserved with a late equaliser, before going on to win via the penalty shoot out. Ronald Koeman has been critici
  
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• Official: Inter part company with Sommer, Acerbi and Darmian – ‘Thank you’

  30-06-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Inter part company with Sommer, Acerbi and Darmian – ‘Thank you’Inter have confirmed that they have parted company with senior squad members Yann Sommer, Francesco Acerbi and Matteo Darmian whose contracts expire today: ‘Thank you for everything’.Inter say farewell to Sommer and Acerbi37-year-old goalkeeper Sommer joined Inter in the summer of 2023 and has served as the club’s no.1 for the last three seasons, making 100 Serie A appearances during his
  
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• Joan Garcia talks Ter Stegen, Szczesny, Lamine, Gordon, Julian Alvarez: ‘Everyone knows he’s a great player’

  30-06-2026 11:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joan Garcia talks Ter Stegen, Szczesny, Lamine, Gordon, Julian Alvarez: ‘Everyone knows he’s a great player’In a recent interview with RAC1 (h/t SPORT), FC Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia says he hopes Marc-Andre ter Stegen makes the best decision for his future as speculation continues over the German goalkeeper’s possible move to Ajax.During the chat, the Spanish shot-stopper also discussed his call-up to the Spain squad for the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup as well as t
  
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• Summerville exits World Cup but Canada progress

  30-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville saw his shot saved during a dramatic penalty shootout against Morocco to knock the Netherlands out of the World Cup on Tuesday.Summerville had provided the assist for Cody Gakpo's opener in the 72nd minute, but Morocco equalised in the 91st to force extra time.Both sides had missed two previous penalties before the 24-year-old stood up to take the fifth for the Dutch side; however Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou denied him, and Ismael Saibari
  
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• 2026 World Cup | Which Sweden players could pose a threat to France?

  30-06-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | Which Sweden players could pose a threat to France?Star playerAlexander Isak became the most expensive transfer in Premier League history last year when he moved from Newcastle to Liverpool for £125 but after a tough first season at Anfield there is no question about who the talisman is for the national team: Viktor Gyökeres. The Arsenal forward also struggled initially at his new club but has hit form recently and scored four of Sweden’s six goals in the two pl
  
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• Conneely signs new deal and Mols joins Accrington

  30-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Accrington Stanley captain Seamus Conneely has agreed a new contract. [Shutterstock]Accrington Stanley captain Seamus Conneely has agreed a one-year contract extension to take the midfielder into his 13th season with the League Two club.The Lancashire outfit have also signed Stefan Mols from Tamworth. The Spain-born midfielder has agreed a one-year deal after scoring 11 goals in 42 National League games last season.Conneely, 37, joined Accrington in 2015 after a spell in Ireland with Sligo Rover
  
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• 2026 World Cup | What should France expect from Sweden?

  30-06-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026 World Cup | What should France expect from Sweden?Sweden’s attempts to qualify for the World Cup could hardly have gone worse, picking up just one point from the first four games under Jon Dahl Tomasson before, in October 2025, the Dane was sacked following a 1-0 defeat against Kosovo. In came Graham Potter, who had his breakthrough in coaching at Swedish side Östersund between 2011 and 2017, taking them from the fourth tier to Allsvenskan, winning the Cup and beating Arsena
  
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• Real Madrid star stands ground as club push for summer exit

  30-06-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star stands ground as club push for summer exitAhead of the summer transfer window opening on Wednesday, Real Madrid have shifted their attention to exits. They have already offloaded Dani Ceballos after agreeing a mutual contract termination with the 29-year-old, who may not be the only first team midfielder to depart before the end of August.Given that Real Madrid are planning to sign Enzo Fernandez after the 2026 World Cup is over, it is likely that a big-name midfielder departs t
  
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