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• Four pointers to most open Premier League title race in years

  30-07-2026 09:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is the Premier League due a wide open title race? [Getty Images]Three of the traditional "big six" have new managers, the defending champions have a key injury and Tottenham and Chelsea are breaking transfer records.After years of Manchester City dominance followed by Liverpool and Arsenal winning titles by at least seven points, the Premier League is due a wide open, unpredictable, multi-club title race.Here are four reasons why 2026-27 could be that season.New managers, new expectationsEnzo Ma
  
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• Real Madrid approve Mastantuono’s exit with three Serie A clubs linked

  30-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid approve Mastantuono’s exit with three Serie A clubs linkedReal Madrid are willing to send Franco Mastantuono out on loan, and according to Italian sources, three Serie A clubs are interested in the Argentine: Milan, Roma and Fiorentina.Argentine talent Mastantuono is being chased by three Serie A clubs, according to Italian sources.Three Serie A clubs linked with MastantuonoMatteo Moretto reports that Mastantuono is not part of Real Madrid’s plans for 2026-27 and that the
  
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• Fabrizio Romano confirms PSG breakthrough, it gives massive hope to Liverpool

  30-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano confirms PSG breakthrough, it gives massive hope to LiverpoolFabrizio Romano has confirmed a breakthrough and now Bradley Barcola to Liverpool could follow.Liverpool are working on a deal for Bradley Barcola right now. The winger has become their no.1 target after failing with Yan Diomande, though it's not exactly a cheap one.The Athletic report that Paris Saint-Germain want around €180m for Barcola. It would be the third most-expensive transfer of all time, which does feel
  
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• 21yo Arsenal target’s transfer request rejected

  30-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  21yo Arsenal target’s transfer request rejectedMatias Fernandez-Pardo has asked to leave Lille OSC this summer, with Arsenal interested, but club president Olivier Letang insists he’s not going.Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty ImagesRegis Testelin and Loic Tanzi report for L’Equipe that Matias Fernandez-Pardo would like to leave Lille this summer, and Arsenal are on a list of clubs with an interest in him.The Gunners aren’t the only ones in the race, with Liverpool,
  
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• Borussia Mönchengladbach to sign Japanese international Daiki Hashioka, Zento Uno begins integration

  30-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Borussia Mönchengladbach to sign Japanese international Daiki Hashioka, Zento Uno begins integrationBorussia Mönchengladbach are reportedly close to signing Japanese international Daiki Hashioka in response to the injury suffered by fellow summer arrival Yukhym Konoplya.Sky Germany – as relayed by transfermarkt.de – reports that Gladbach have reached an agreement with Slavia Prague on a loan containing an option to buy. The 27-year-old right-back is expected to undergo
  
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• Lacroix signing 'offers a glimpse into Chelsea's future direction'

  30-07-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Mexence Lacroix had been on a shortlist of centre-back options since it became clear Chelsea's defence was underperforming and that they needed more physicality and leadership in their back line.Although former Manchester City defender John Stones and Como 1907's Jacobo Ramon were also known to be under consideration, it always felt as though the 6ft 4in defender was Chelsea's preferred target.Protracted negotiations over both personal terms and the transfer fee with Crystal Palace
  
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• Would Spurs regret letting Spence go?

  30-07-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi says he wants to convince Djed Spence to stay at the club amid uncertainty over his future.The 25-year-old defender, who signed a long-term deal with the club last year, has been linked with a move to Inter Milan and Everton.De Zerbi says he sees Spence as an important part of his plans despite increased competition in his role after a summer of significant spending.Spurs have spent a club record £237m so far this summer as they rebuild
  
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• Report: Crystal Palace set to drop out of the race for 24-year-old defender

  30-07-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Crystal Palace set to drop out of the race for 24-year-old defenderCrystal Palace transfer latest as Chrislain Matsima talks stall and defensive search widensCrystal Palace are reassessing their defensive shortlist after talks with Augsburg over Chrislain Matsima stalled, according to Evening Standard. There remains room for movement later in the window, but the current focus has shifted towards alternative options as Palace prepare for life after Maxence Lacroix.The report states that &
  
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• Real Madrid and Fulham finalise agreement on €80m double deal

  30-07-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid and Fulham finalise agreement on €80m double dealReal Madrid are about to bring in yet another big piece of business, with striker Gonzalo Garcia about to leave for the Premier League. The 22-year-old has attracted strong interest from Alvaro Arbeloa’s Fulham in recent weeks, and after several rounds of talks, a deal looks set to finally be completed.Upon being appointed as Fulham head coach earlier in July, Arbeloa immediately set his sights on being reunited with Gonzalo
  
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• Bayer Leverkusen interest rejected by Marseille captain Leonardo Balerdi

  30-07-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayer Leverkusen interest rejected by Marseille captain Leonardo BalerdiBayer Leverkusen have explored a potential move for Olympique de Marseille captain Leonardo Balerdi (27), according to a report from La Provence.The Argentina international has informed Marseille’s new management team, led by president Stéphane Richard and sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, that he would like to leave the Stade Vélodrome this summer.Balerdi is not currently interested in a return t
  
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• Public get first chance to assess Old Trafford plans

  30-07-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Trafford Council held the first of four open days on Wednesday to allow local residents to assess the proposed Wharfside Strategic Masterplan, which will have Manchester United's new stadium as its centrepiece.There are going to be four open days before the consultation period closes on 22 September and for the 90 minutes I attended, there were a steady stream of interested observers, keen to assess what the multi-billion pound development will look like and where the stadium will
  
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• 🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea secure £52m deal for Crystal Palace standout

  30-07-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea secure £52m deal for Crystal Palace standoutChelsea have completed the signing of France international defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace.The 26-year-old has arrived for a reported £52m transfer fee and has signed a contract until the summer of 2032 at Stamford Bridge.He arrived at Palace two years ago from Wolfsburg and won three trophies during a massively successful spell with the Eagles.It is expected that Lacroix will soon be joined at
  
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• 🚨 Chelsea sign a France defender for €60m!

  30-07-2026 12:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Chelsea sign a France defender for €60m!The big leap!It was expected, and now it’s official! This Thursday, Chelsea announced the signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace.The France international defender is said to have been transferred for a fee of €60 million.The former Wolfsburg defender is therefore continuing his rise and joining one of England’s biggest clubs, now under the guidance of Xabi Alonso.However, he will have to break the curse that seems to
  
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• Real Madrid starlet’s options for loan move as club rule out return to former team – report

  30-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid starlet’s options for loan move as club rule out return to former team – reportFranco Mastantuono looks increasingly likely to spend the upcoming season away from Real Madrid, with both the club and the player agreeing that a loan is the best step for his development.Los Blancos have no intention of selling the Argentine teenager and are instead seeking a straightforward loan deal with no purchase option, allowing him to gain regular first-team football before returning t
  
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• Official | Chelsea sign Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace

  30-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Chelsea sign Maxence Lacroix from Crystal PalaceChelsea have signed Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix (26), both clubs have announced. The two London-based Premier League sides reportedly agreed to a €60m transfer fee for the France international defender. Lacroix has signed a six-year deal with Xabi Alonso’s Blues. The former Sochaux and Wolfsburg centre-back underwent his medical on Friday.Chelsea were in the market for a centre-back due to the uncertainty regard
  
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• Arsenal learn full 2026-27 WSL fixture list

  30-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal learn full 2026-27 WSL fixture listA bigger Women’s Super League, Champions League commitments and landmark away venues will shape Arsenal’s season from September through to May.Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesBarclays Women’s Super League fixtures for the 2026-27 season have finally been released.The schedule is always published later than many supporters would like because a number of clubs share stadiums with men’s teams. The league therefore has to wait until
  
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• Will Killie find goalscoring touch in time for season opener?

  30-07-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Four games, no defeats or goals conceded in 90 minutes, it's been a stellar start to the season defensively for Kilmarnock.At the other end of the pitch, though, alarm bells may soon be ringing.Across 360 minutes of Premier Sports Cup action, Neil McCann's side could only muster two goals: a last-minute winner against Elgin City and a second-half strike against Hamilton Academical.A strong finish to last season avoided any relegation trouble, with Joe Hugill scoring eight goals in 15 appearances
  
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• Real Madrid will consider selling Manchester United target if Rodri joins

  30-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid will consider selling Manchester United target if Rodri joinsReal Madrid will be busy during the remaining weeks of the summer transfer window, with both signings and exits expected. Someone that looks set to arrive is Rodri, although there could be a knock-on effect by the way of a significant sale.Rodri would be a certain starter for Real Madrid during the 2026-27 season if he ended up signing, with the likelihood being that his regular partner would be club captain Federico Valver
  
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• Chelsea sign Palace defender Lacroix for £52m

  30-07-2026 12:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lacroix won three trophies in two seasons with Crystal Palace [Getty Images]Chelsea have signed France's World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.The 26-year-old, capped seven times by France, has penned a contract at Stamford Bridge until 2032. The Frenchman joined Palace from Bundesliga side Wolfsburg in 2024 for an initial £15.5m and became a regular under Oliver Glasner last season.Lacroix made 55 appearances in all competitions as Palace won the Uefa Confe
  
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• Interim boss Todd vows to help Newport, whatever happens

  30-07-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Huw Evans Picture Agency]While Newport County may still need reinforcements on the pitch, uncertainty remains over who will lead the team into the new season as their search for a permanent manager continues.Following Christian Fuchs' departure, Chris Todd was placed in temporary charge and has overseen the Exiles' pre-season preparations.Whether he remains at the helm or returns to a coaching role, Todd says his focus is solely on helping County move forward."It's been enjoyable," said Todd."I
  
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• Milan enquire about Arsenal talent Nwaneri, rival Fulham and Everton

  30-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan enquire about Arsenal talent Nwaneri, rival Fulham and EvertonMatteo Moretto reports that Milan have enquired about Arsenal talent Ethan Nwaneri, rivalling RB Leipzig, Fulham and Everton.Serie A giants Milan have enquired about Arsenal’s attacking midfielder Nwaneri, according to Matteo Moretto.Milan open talks for Arsenal’s NwaneriThe Italian transfer expert has claimed that there have been contacts between the Rossoneri and Arsenal as Milan sounded out the 19-year-old’s
  
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• Marotta: Competence, Not Cash, Is How Inter Compete With the Premier League

  30-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marotta: Competence, Not Cash, Is How Inter Compete With the Premier LeagueInter president Beppe Marotta has acknowledged the structural financial gulf between the Nerazzurri and Premier League clubs, insisting the club’s response must be built on creativity and competence rather than reckless outlay – comments that arrive after a summer already marked by failed pursuits.Speaking to Globo TV during Inter’s pre-season tour of Australia, Marotta was direct about the limits of wha
  
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• Exeter City finances 'in good shape', says chairman

  30-07-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wilf Walsh is beginning his first season as Exeter City chairman [Shutterstock]Exeter City chairman Wilf Walsh says the club has "overcome" the financial issues they suffered last season.The Grecians needed loans from owners Exeter City Supporters' Trust worth around £600,000 last year in order to remain solvent after an overspend in the 2024-25 season.The club has reduced its playing budget for 2026-27 after relegation to League Two.But Walsh says he is confident the club will not see a r
  
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• World Cup hero Geoff Hurst stars in new film to celebrate 60th anniversary of England’s 1966 triumph

  30-07-2026 11:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England's historic 1966 World Cup triumph is being commemorated with the release of two new films, marking 60 years since the nation's sole major international men’s football victory. The films feature Sir Geoff Hurst, the only surviving member of the victorious squad, alongside fans who witnessed the iconic final at Wembley Stadium.Sir Geoff's legendary hat-trick, scored in the 4-2 victory over West Germany on 30 July, remains etched in sporting history. Reflecting on that momentous day,
  
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• Howe to leave Newcastle with Jaissle expected to replace him

  30-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Eddie Howe spent close to five years at Newcastle [Getty Images]Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the club with immediate effect, sources have told BBC Sport.Howe came under pressure last season as Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League after losing 17 of their 38 games.The 48-year-old's final match in charge was a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday.Matthias Jaissle, manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, is expected to be appointed as Howe's su
  
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• Just in: Real Madrid forward set for Premier League transfer as €70 million deal agreed

  30-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just in: Real Madrid forward set for Premier League transfer as €70 million deal agreedIn a major development, COPE reports that Real Madrid have reached an agreement with Fulham for the transfer of academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia in a deal worth around €70 million.The La Fabrica forward will join Alvaro Arbeloa’s side ahead of the new season, with Los Blancos ensuring they retain significant control over his future by including a preferential buy-back clause in the agreement.The
  
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• Barcelona manager faces major selection dilemma between two Spanish midfield stars

  30-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona manager faces major selection dilemma between two Spanish midfield starsBarcelona have many positions in the starting line-up where two players are competing for the same role, and that is always the sign of a well-rounded squad.Attacking midfield is, and has been, one such position for a while now, with both Dani Olmo and Fermin Lopez deserving to start there.Now, according to SPORT, the arrivals of Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi have significantly reshaped Barcelona’s attacki
  
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• Fifa could receive first external money in October

  30-07-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa president Gianni Infantino (left) has proposed selling off stakes in its football competitions to private investors via associates of US President Donald Trump [Getty Images]Football's world governing body expects to receive the first funding generated by president Gianni Infantino's controversial sell-off plans by the end of October.Infantino has proposed the creation of a subsidiary body to run Fifa tournaments, which would include some outside investment.Fifa has given all 211 member ass
  
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• Roma among clubs interested in Mastantuono 

  30-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma among clubs interested in Mastantuono Roma have added another name to their transfer shortlist.According to Matteo Moretto and Fabrizio Romano, Mastantuono, who is leaving Real Madrid on loan, is being followed not only by Fiorentina, but also by Roma in Italy. This is a possibility worth considering, even though the player wants to return to River Plate. However, the club would like him to develop in Europe and play with some consistency. Real Madrid has said no to a loan to River, bu
  
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• Manchester City reach verbal agreement with Ayyoub Bouaddi as transfer edges closer

  30-07-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City reach verbal agreement with Ayyoub Bouaddi as transfer edges closerManchester City are closing in on a deal for Lille and Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.Personal terms are understood to already be in place, but Lille are pushing to keep the 18-year-old on loan for a further season.Bouaddi would arrive as City’s second major central midfield addition of the summer, following the £116 million signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.Officials at Manchester C
  
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