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• Fabrizio Romano confirms it: World-class talent has chosen Liverpool

  05-08-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms it: World-class talent has chosen LiverpoolFabrizio Romano has moved to confirm an incredibly exciting move from Liverpool. A world-class talent has chosen the Reds.Liverpool are in the market for wingers, plural. That feels like an absolute must after Mohamed Salah left the club in the summer.Yes, Victor Munoz has already arrived but the Spaniard was never going to be enough on his own. Liverpool lacked output from wide areas last season as it was and now their best win
  
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• Larne 'want to do the country proud' - Haveron

  19-08-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Larne manager Gary Haveron said it will be a "difficult ask" to overcome Lincoln Red Imps in their their Uefa Conference League play-off.The defending Irish Premiership champions face the Gibraltar side at Victoria Stadium on Thursday, 20 August (17:00 BST) before the second leg at Inver Park a week later. The Inver Reds are returning to European action just five days after their goalless draw with Coleraine in the Premiership, a match which Haveron believed should have been postponed by the Nor
  
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• 'Everyone wants clarity' over Man City charges

  19-08-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Garlick became Arsenal's chief executive in September 2025 [Getty Images]Everyone in the Premier League wants clarity and a speedy resolution in the case against Manchester City which features more than 100 alleged breaches of its financial rules, says Arsenal chief executive Richard Garlick.An independent commission is yet to publish a ruling, more than a year and a half after a disciplinary hearing concluded, and three and a half years since City were first charged.City have always den
  
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• Arsenal close on deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa

  19-08-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal close on deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri KonsaArsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Aston Villa star Ezri Konsa, per The Athletic. The negotiations have reached an advanced stage after dialogue at ownership level to reduce the valuation gap for Konsa. Arsenal have been in the market for a quality defender after William Saliba picked up a back injury during the summer’s World Cup. The France international doesn’t need surgery, but he is expected to be side
  
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• Everton 2026/27 Premier League preview: Pressure mounting on the owners to show ambition

  19-08-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton 2026/27 Premier League preview: Pressure mounting on the owners to show ambitionEverton manager David Moyes has made no secret of his desire to deliver sustained success to the club’s long-suffering fanbase.Sitting in the shadow of local rivals Liverpool is a hugely frustrating position to be in for followers of the oldest professional football club in the city.Having triggered improvement in Everton’s fortunes since returning in 2025, Moyes is desperate to demonstrate that h
  
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• 'Saints won't be adrift for long'

  19-08-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images][BBC]After all the summer talk in various media outlets about the negative effect that Spygate was going to have on Southampton's season, it was nice to actually start the Championship campaign, hopefully win the first game, and give everybody something else to talk about.However, this is Southampton on the opening day. To many, it may have been a surprise that we lost to Watford, but look at our opening‑day record down the years and it's not a surprise at all. Since 1990, Sa
  
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• Are Celtic undercooked for LASK play-off?

  19-08-2026 14:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan believes the "minimum" for the club should be qualifying for the Champions League every year.But have they done enough in the transfer market to make it past play-off opponents LASK?The signing deadline for this tie came and went on Tuesday night with no further additions, leaving the number of new recruits at four before tonight's first leg at Celtic Park."This is going to be a really tough task, LASK are a formidable proposition," says Stephen McGowan, fo
  
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• Bernardo Silva unveiled at Real Madrid

  19-08-2026 14:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bernardo Silva unveiled at Real MadridBernardo Silva was unveiled this Wednesday as a new Real Madrid player.After unveiling José Mourinho on Tuesday, it was Bernardo Silva’s turn, and he will wear the number ‘20’ as a Real Madrid player.The Portuguese player did so at Real Madrid City, where Florentino Pérez welcomed him in the boardroom and he signed until 2028.The unveilings at Real Madrid continue without fans or press, something that, according to 'COPE', is
  
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• Real Madrid captain rejected multiple offers this summer in order to stay – report

  19-08-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid captain rejected multiple offers this summer in order to stay – reportThe fight between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde in training last season made the headlines for a long time, and understandably so given how it was only the latest development in a long list of turmoil unfolding at Real Madrid at the time.In the aftermath of the fight, word began to spread that one of the two players would leave the club in the summer and that it was unlikely that they would contin
  
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• ❌ Julián Álvarez out of Atleti squad for Málaga clash

  19-08-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Julián Álvarez out of Atleti squad for Málaga clashAtlético de Madrid begin their 2026/2027 season against Málaga this Wednesday.
  The red-and-white side will do so with a possible starting XI that looks unusual, with the inclusion of several academy players.However, Julián Álvarez will not be involved, as he is not included in Diego Pablo Simeone’s squad list.The coaching staff reportedly believe that Julián is not yet 100% f
  
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• ❌ Julián Álvarez left out of Atleti squad for Málaga match

  19-08-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Julián Álvarez left out of Atleti squad for Málaga matchAtlético de Madrid begin their 2026/2027 season against Málaga this Wednesday.
  The red-and-white side will do so with a possible starting XI that looks unusual, with as many as youth academy players included.However, Julián Álvarez will not be involved, as he is not included in Diego Pablo Simeone’s squad list.The coaching staff reportedly believe that Julián is not yet
  
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• Cherif 'can't wait to get started' with Sky Blues

  19-08-2026 14:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sidiki Cherif has said he "can't wait to get started" after signing for Coventry City from Fenerbahce on a long-term contract.The 19-year-old striker joined the Turkish giants in February on loan with an obligation to buy and scored three times during the second half of the 2025-26 campaign."I'm very happy to be a Coventry City player and I'm excited to be playing in the Premier League," Cherif said. "I'm looking forward to showing the fans what I can do and to play at the amazing stadium."I can
  
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• Official | Freiburg extend with record-setting Vincenzo Grifo

  19-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Official | Freiburg extend with record-setting Vincenzo GrifoSC Freiburg have officially confirmed another contract extension for club record-holder Vincenzo Grifo. As usual, the Breisgau club did not disclose the precise length of the new agreement. For Grifo, another agreement continues a relationship that has long since moved beyond that of a conventional senior player.The Italian international has accumulated 360 competitive appearances for Freiburg, placing him fourth on the club&
  
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• Injured Arsenal player could return to training this week

  19-08-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Injured Arsenal player could return to training this weekInjured right-back Jurrien Timber could return to full first-team training with Arsenal this week, according to a report.Photo via Arsenal on TwitterAlex Howell reports for the BBC that while William Saliba will be out of action for a few months, Jurrien Timber could return to first-team training this week.That would certainly be a boost for Arsenal, with Ben White the only natural senior right-back in the squad at the moment. Cristhian Mo
  
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• PSG name their asking price for Bradley Barcola as Liverpool find themselves with few cards left to play

  19-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG name their asking price for Bradley Barcola as Liverpool find themselves with few cards left to playPSG are getting closer to the sale of Bradley Barcola – they have put out a €140m asking price brief on him for Liverpool to pay.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’s incoming business for this transfer window looks pretty much done – at least in attack.Th
  
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• Napoli interested in Chelsea and Man United attackers as well as Gabriel Jesus

  19-08-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli interested in Chelsea and Man United attackers as well as Gabriel JesusReports in Italy indicate that Napoli are interested in potential deals for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson and Manchester United attacker Joshua Zirkzee as well as Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus, whose agent has recently been spotted at Max Allegri’s training camp.Napoli interested in three Premier League strikers including JacksonNapoli are on the hunt for a new attacker to rotate and compete with Rasmus Hojlund
  
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• Liverpool star told by Dutch legend to join Premier League rivals this summer

  19-08-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star told by Dutch legend to join Premier League rivals this summerCody Gakpo Transfer Latest: Why Tottenham Believe Liverpool Forward Can Thrive AgainTottenham’s interest in Cody Gakpo is gathering attention as the summer market develops, with the Liverpool forward viewed as a player capable of rediscovering top form in a different environment.At 27, Gakpo remains highly regarded across Europe despite a mixed 2025-26 campaign at Anfield. Spurs head coach Roberto De Zerbi is unde
  
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• Folarin Balogun, Matthis Abline, and Ansu Fati absent from AS Monaco training

  19-08-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Folarin Balogun, Matthis Abline, and Ansu Fati absent from AS Monaco trainingFolarin Balogun was one of three key players absent from AS Monaco’s first-team training session ahead of Thursday’s UEFA Europa Conference League game against Górnik Zabrze. The USMNT forward was absent from Wednesday afternoon’s training session in La Turbie, attended by Get French Football. Heavily linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur, Filipe Luís said that the strike
  
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• Dutch journalist claims Barcelona heavyweight could be entering his final season at club: ‘Can’t imagine…’

  19-08-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dutch journalist claims Barcelona heavyweight could be entering his final season at club: ‘Can’t imagine…’Frenkie de Jong’s future at Barcelona is once again under the spotlight, with Dutch journalist Valentijn Driessen claiming that the midfielder could be entering his final season at the club.The arrival of Rodri has added fresh competition to Barcelona’s midfield, while De Jong’s current injury situation has further complicated his position. Acc
  
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• Report: Coventry City make move for England international

  19-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Coventry City make move for England internationalRuben Loftus-Cheek Set for Central AC Milan Role After Coventry Bid RejectedAC Milan appear ready to place renewed trust in Ruben Loftus-Cheek, with TUTTOSPORT reporting that Coventry City have seen an offer of around £10 million turned away for the former Chelsea midfielder.The development points to a significant shift in direction around the 30-year-old, whose future had looked uncertain heading into the final 10 months of his cont
  
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• Real Madrid teenage winger wanted by clubs in Italy and Belgium – report

  19-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid teenage winger wanted by clubs in Italy and Belgium – reportReal Madrid have a number of talented players coming through Castilla who may not have a place in the first team.Even though Los Blancos have not been a club who have trusted the academy too much for their first team, they have always made good money from selling such prospects.One such Castilla prospect who could be sold this summer is Daniel Yanez. According to Ben Fernandes, the 19-year-old is attracting interest fr
  
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• Official | Borussia Mönchengladbach bid farewell to ‘club legend’ Nico Elvedi

  19-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Borussia Mönchengladbach bid farewell to ‘club legend’ Nico ElvediBorussia Mönchengladbach sporting director Rouven Schröder has paid glowing tribute to Nico Elvedi following the Swiss defender’s move to Leeds United. Elvedi leaves Borussia-Park after eleven years and 364 competitive appearances. Leeds are reportedly paying €10m for the 29-year-old, who has signed a contract through 2029.“You have to be careful with the word, but N
  
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• Juventus could still sign another goalkeeper on top of Vicario

  19-08-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Juventus could still sign another goalkeeper on top of VicarioReports in Italy claim that Juventus could still potentially look to bring in another goalkeeper on top of Guglielmo Vicario before the close of the summer transfer window, especially if both Michele Di Gregorio and Mattia Perin end up leaving the club.On Tuesday, Juventus formally announced their signing of Italy international goalkeeper Vicario on loan with a non-mandatory option to buy from Tottenham for a fee of €8m plus up t
  
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• BBC to show 38 live matches from Serie A

  19-08-2026 13:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Djed Spence, Billy Gilmour, Scott McTominay and John Stones are among the British players in Serie A [Getty Images]BBC ALBA and BBC Sport are to provide a package of 38 live matches from Italy's Serie A this season.The agreement permits coverage of one match per round of league fixtures and begins on Sunday with Atalanta v Sassuolo (BBC ALBA & iPlayer from 19:35 BST).BBC ALBA will broadcast 19 live games with Gaelic and English co-commentary, while BBC Sport will stream a further nineteen li
  
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• Official | Union Berlin conclude Michel Aebischer capture

  19-08-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Union Berlin conclude Michel Aebischer captureUnion Berlin have officially confirmed the signing of Swiss international Michel Aebischer from Pisa. Kicker reports that the 29-year-old midfielder joins the Köpenick-based club for an initial €3.5m fee, with bonuses potentially taking the deal to €4m. Get German Football Newsreported earlier this week that the midfielder had reached a complete verbal agreement with Union after the Bundesliga club initially submit
  
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• Barcelona gem Marc Bernal looking forward to playing with Rodri: ‘He’s a leader, a gem of a player’

  19-08-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona gem Marc Bernal looking forward to playing with Rodri: ‘He’s a leader, a gem of a player’Barcelona’s midfield was quite comfortably stacked ahead of the new season, both in terms of experienced campaigners and young talents. In the latter category, Marc Bernal has been seen as one of the top prospects.The youngster has been likened to Sergio Busquets on numerous occasions for his style of play and has been seen as the future of Barcelona’s midfield plans f
  
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• Exiles benefit from Mullins' 'pragmatic' approach

  19-08-2026 13:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Nathan Blake believes Newport County benefited from Hayden Mullins' more "pragmatic" approach as they started their League Two campaign with a stunning 3-0 win over Rochdale.Goals from Kyle Cameron, Shaquille Gwengwe and Yahya Bamba earned the Exiles all three points in their fourth tier opener at Rodney Parade last weekend in what was Mullins' first league match as boss.The Exiles had just 32.8% possession against Ian Watson's side, despite the fact the visitors played
  
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• Real Madrid could sign two players in January if Mourinho’s team struggles – report

  19-08-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid could sign two players in January if Mourinho’s team struggles – reportReal Madrid may have finished their business for the summer, but the possibility of further reinforcements has not been completely ruled out.According to an update from Rodra, relayed by Defensa Central, Real Madrid could return to the transfer market in January for both a centre-back and a midfielder, but only if José Mourinho feels his current squad is not functioning as expected.Los Blancos h
  
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• Liverpool defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe set to join Levante on loan

  19-08-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe set to join Levante on loanLiverpool centre-back Ifeanyi Ndukwe is set to join Levante on loan, according to journalist Nacho Sanchis.Ndukwe joined Liverpool from Austrian side Austria Wien this summer, although a deal had been agreed between the two clubs in January.The 18-year-old was outstanding in pre-season, particularly in the 3-2 defeat to AS Monaco at Anfield. He looked composed beside captain Virgil van Dijk.However, Ndukwe is ineligible to play for Liv
  
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• Hull City making key progress for Fiorentina’s Niccolò Fortini

  19-08-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City making key progress for Fiorentina’s Niccolò FortiniAs reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, newly promoted Premier League side Hull City are keen on Fiorentina’s Niccolò Fortini.The 20-year-old Lucca-born player, capable of playing as a fullback as well as a wide midfielder on either flank, had his coming-of-age season with La Viola last season, managing 26 appearances for them as well as earning his first cap for Italy.Now, he is in Hull City’s sights. The T
  
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