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• Germany appoint Jurgen Klopp as head coach with Per Mertesacker to become sporting director

  24-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany appoint Jurgen Klopp as head coach with Per Mertesacker to become sporting directorThe German Football Association has confirmed a major overhaul of its football leadership after appointing Jurgen Klopp as the new men’s national team head coach and naming former Arsenal captain Per Mertesacker as its next managing director for sport.Klopp has signed a four-year contract that will see him lead Germany through to the 2030 World Cup, beginning his tenure on August 15 following Julian
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur ready to sell midfielder this summer

  25-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur ready to sell midfielder this summerRodrigo Bentancur Transfer Latest as Tottenham Weigh Summer SaleTottenham are prepared to listen to offers for Rodrigo Bentancur this summer, according to iNews, and that tells you plenty about where this squad is heading. Bentancur has been a trusted midfield option since arriving from Juventus in January 2022, but football moves quickly and sentiment rarely survives a serious rebuild.The key point here is simple. Spurs have changed
  
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• How Marc Cucurella’s signing benefits Real Madrid beyond the pitch

  25-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  How Marc Cucurella’s signing benefits Real Madrid beyond the pitchThe fullback Marc Cucurella is one of the players that Real Madrid have already signed this summer, and this signing is already proving to be a very good move for the Merengues.For instance, this move allowed them to have representation in the Spanish squad for the World Cup 2026, as there were no Real Madrid players in Luis de la Fuente’s list before Cucurella was signed. Ultimately, this also brought a share of the W
  
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• Fiorentina submit formal offer for Juventus full-back Joao Mario

  25-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina submit formal offer for Juventus full-back Joao MarioSaturday’s reports confirm that Fiorentina have submitted a formal bid for Juventus full-back Joao Mario, who is not expected to be part of Luciano Spalletti’s plans heading into the 2026-27 campaign.Fiorentina lodge €8m-€9m bid for Juventus full-back Joao MarioAccording to the latest updates from Gianluca Di Marzio, Fiorentina have sent an offer to Juventus proposing a season-long loan deal with an option to b
  
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• Barcelona considering attempt to hijack Manchester City superstar’s move to Real Madrid

  25-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona considering attempt to hijack Manchester City superstar’s move to Real MadridIn a major development, journalist Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport reports that FC Barcelona have launched an ambitious, high-stakes attempt to hijack Real Madrid’s blockbuster pursuit of Manchester City midfield general Rodri. Even though the 30-year-old Spanish international has already reached a comprehensive personal agreement on contract terms with Los Blancos, Barcelona have entered the race to
  
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• QPR vs. Fiorentina: Confirmed pre-season friendly line-ups

  25-07-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  QPR vs. Fiorentina: Confirmed pre-season friendly line-upsFabio Grosso and Fiorentina continue their pre-season preparations with a test away against QPR at Loftus Road on Saturday afternoon, bringing opportunities for a number of new recruits including Radu Dragusin, Alex Jimenez and Arthur Atta.Fiorentina have been one of the busier Serie A sides this summer with six new recruits through the door already.Five of them have been selected in Saturday’s starting XI in West London, namely Dra
  
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• Arsenal explore Vinicius Junior transfer - Report

  25-07-2026 15:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid as the reigning Premier League champions look to significantly upgrade their attack. According to a report from David Ornstein, Arsenal have agreed at “all levels” to pursue a transfer for Vini. However, the move is at an “early stage” and both clubs aren’t yet in talks. But it’s clear something is in the works over the future of Vinicius Junior.The superstar forward has yet to agree
  
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• Sami Khedira takes center stage in Mourinho’s new Real Madrid setup

  25-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sami Khedira takes center stage in Mourinho’s new Real Madrid setupVisibly annoyed by the experience of the last two trophyless seasons, Real Madrid seem intent on putting things right this summer as they made another managerial change and are now going into their next project with Jose Mourinho in charge of the team.The Portuguese manager has come with his own coaching staff. Even some long-term employees of the club, like the goalkeeping coach Luis Llopis, have been relieved of their dut
  
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• PSG approach Manchester City to explore potential Rodri transfer

  25-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG approach Manchester City to explore potential Rodri transferParis Saint-Germain are reported to have contacted Manchester City to enquire about the terms of a potential transfer for Rodri (30), according to information from RMC Sport.Whilst the two-time European champions had not planned to sign a midfielder this summer, the prospect of securing the services of the Spaniard, who has just one year left on his contract, represents a genuine opportunity in the transfer market.However, the move
  
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• Celtic vs. Milan: Confirmed pre-season friendly line-ups

  25-07-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic vs. Milan: Confirmed pre-season friendly line-upsRuben Amorim has confirmed his personnel for Milan’s first pre-season friendly of the summer, and appears to be setting his side up in a 3-4-2-1 for Saturday’s run-out against Celtic in Glasgow.The Rossoneri continue their pre-season preparations with a visit to Celtic Park, kicking off at 15.00 BST.The two sides are at different stages of their pre-season campaigns: This is Celtic’s final friendly of the summer before kic
  
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• World Cup goalkeeper Goodman joins Dundee from Palace on loan

  25-07-2026 15:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace goalkeeper Owen Goodman has joined Dundee on a season-long loan on his return from the World Cup with Canada.The London-born 22-year-old was called up to the senior squad for the first time in November and, after ending the domestic campaign on loan to Barnsley in League One, was one of the hosts' three goalkeepers at the summer tournament.Jon McCracken, last season's first choice, left Dundee for Bradford City this summer and Goodman has been brought in to challenge Kieran O'Hara
  
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• Stevenage re-sign defender Vancooten from Burton

  25-07-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Terence Vancooten made 57 appearances during his two seasons with Burton Albion [Getty Images]Stevenage have re-signed defender Terence Vancooten from fellow League One club Burton Albion for an undisclosed fee.The 28-year-old Guyana international has signed a two-year contract with an option for a third year.Vancooten's first spell with Stevenage lasted seven years and he played 214 times for the club before leaving for Burton in 2024.He made 57 appearances for the Brewers, who are scheduled to
  
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• Arsenal exploring blockbuster summer move for Real Madrid contract rebel

  25-07-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal exploring blockbuster summer move for Real Madrid contract rebelArsenal have emerged as surprise contenders in the race for Vinicius Jr, with the Premier League champions exploring the possibility of signing the Real Madrid superstar. While the transfer is still in its early stages, the timing is significant, as Vinicius Jr’s contract with Real Madrid is entering its final year and negotiations over an extension remain unresolved. With no breakthrough in sight till now, E
  
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• Arsenal weighing up ambitious move for Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior

  25-07-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal weighing up ambitious move for Real Madrid star Vinicius JuniorArsenal are exploring the possibility of signing Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior if he fails to agree a new contract at the Santiago Bernabeu, according to The Athletic.The Premier League champions are monitoring the 26-year-old’s contract situation closely. The winger is one of several attacking targets under consideration this summer.While the interest remains at an early stage, the prospect of bringing Vinicius t
  
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• Real Madrid defeat Alcorcon in Mourinho’s first preseason outing

  25-07-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid defeat Alcorcon in Mourinho’s first preseason outingJose Mourinho started training his Real Madrid players a little less than two weeks ago, holding his first preseason session on 13 July. During this time, he has been unable to work with most of his first team players, as they are still on their vacation after having participated in the World Cup.Meanwhile, the first milestone of the preseason training came yesterday, on Friday, as the Merengues hosted another Madrid club, Alc
  
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• Key caveat in Enzo Maresca’s Man City contract revealed as Rodri to Real Madrid transfer saga intensifies

  25-07-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Key caveat in Enzo Maresca’s Man City contract revealed as Rodri to Real Madrid transfer saga intensifiesMan City are not open to parting ways with Rodri despite heavy interest from Real Madrid.The midfielder is a key part of Enzo Maresca’s plans for the upcoming campaign.Rodri is soon to undergo surgery for a back injury following his World Cup victory with Spain.Manchester City are set to turn down all efforts from Real Madrid to bring Rodri to Santiago Bernabeu this summer, as per
  
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• Arsenal line up shock move for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior

  25-07-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal line up shock move for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius JuniorThe future of Vinicius Junior at Real Madrid could be set to take another twist in the coming weeks, as interest grows in the 26-year-old winger. Liverpool have already expressed an interest in signing him this summer, but as of right now, they look to be behind Premier League champions Arsenal.According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Arsenal have started working towards signing Vinicius during this summer’s trans
  
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• Premier League giants ‘gone quiet’ on Real Madrid’s priority transfer target after initial approach

  25-07-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League giants ‘gone quiet’ on Real Madrid’s priority transfer target after initial approachReal Madrid’s pursuit of Yan Diomande has gathered serious momentum, with the Spanish giants now standing alone in the race for one of Europe’s most exciting young wingers. After weeks of interest from several top clubs, the transfer picture has shifted dramatically, giving Los Blancos a clear path to complete a marquee signing before the new season begins.The lat
  
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• 💣 The Athletic: Arsenal sound out Vinicius Jr to bolster their attack

  25-07-2026 14:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 The Athletic: Arsenal sound out Vinicius Jr to bolster their attackArsenal are putting together what could be the transfer of the season.According to The Athletic, they are exploring the possibility of signing Vinicius Junior if the Brazilian does not renew his contract with Real Madrid. The interest is still at a very early stage and there is no guarantee it will turn into a transfer. There has not yet been any contact between the clubs, although the idea has backing at every lev
  
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• Manchester City will rival Real Madrid for €100m forward

  25-07-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City will rival Real Madrid for €100m forwardReal Madrid are pushing hard to close their fifth signing of the summer, although they won’t have things all their own way. The intention is to bring in Yan Diomande to complete their attacking options, although there is no guarantee that they will be the club that lands the Ivorian winger, who has some of the best sides in the world chasing his signature.Prior to Real Madrid joining the race, both Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germa
  
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• Doherty joins Falkirk after signing new Blackburn deal

  25-07-2026 14:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Aodhan Doherty has joined Falkirk on a season-long loan as the Northern Ireland Under-21 winger signed a new four-year contract with Blackburn Rovers.The 20-year-old had played 14 times for Linfield in Northern Ireland's top flight before joining the Championship club last summer and made his first-team debut for Rovers against Hull city in the FA Cup in January, before featuring in three league games later the same month.But he is now looking for more regular first-team football.F
  
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• Brentford goalkeeper Cox joins Barnet on loan

  25-07-2026 14:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brentford goalkeeper Matthew Cox has joined League Two side Barnet on a season-long loan.Cox, 23, has had loan spells with Bristol Rovers, Crawley and Shrewsbury since joining Brentford from AFC Wimbledon in 2021.Barnet manager Dean Brennan told the club website: "He was magnificent against us last season when we played against Shrewsbury and he was man of the match in that game."It's a positive deal for everyone and it's a big loan for him and his career."He needs to be successful during this l
  
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• Who did Italy ignore? Fans debate the Azzurri’s overlooked talents

  25-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who did Italy ignore? Fans debate the Azzurri’s overlooked talentsFootball Italia LIVE Show: Fans discuss Italy’s overlooked talents with Lorenzo Bettoni and Richard Hall.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channel.The third episode of the Football Italia LIVE Show saw Lorenzo Bettoni and Richard Hall answer questions from viewers and discuss the players who have been overlooked by the Italy national team in recent years.Which players should have received
  
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• Richard Hughes faces agonising midfielder decision as new club come forward with interest

  25-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes faces agonising midfielder decision as new club come forward with interestLiverpool could be set for a midfielder shakeup this summer. Players out of contract in 2027 include Curtis Jones, Stefan Bajcetic and Harvey Elliott. Jones, 25, is a target for Inter Milan while Bajcetic has been mentioned as a potential acquisition for Sevilla in La Liga.In the case of Elliott no decision has been made on the playmaker who will be given a chance to impress Andoni Iraola on the preseason to
  
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• Report: Man City considering surprise move for Chelsea forward

  25-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man City considering surprise move for Chelsea forwardPedro Neto to Man City: Chelsea Transfer Talk Raises Fresh Questions for Enzo MarescaManchester City’s interest in Pedro Neto tells you two things straight away. First, City are actively reshaping their wide options. Second, Chelsea still have assets they may be prepared to cash in on if the numbers suit. According to Daily Mail, Neto is on City’s shortlist as Enzo Maresca looks at attacking reinforcements.At 26, Neto is n
  
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• Report: Liverpool could yet hijack £29m deal for forward

  25-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool could yet hijack £29m deal for forwardLiverpool Transfer Interest in Oskar Pietuszewski Makes Sense, But the Fit Looks OffLiverpool are being linked with Porto winger Oskar Pietuszewski, and the first reaction is obvious. Young wide forward, big upside, Porto badge, hefty clause, half of Europe circling. We have seen this kind of storyline before. According to Fussballdaten, Liverpool are among several elite clubs tracking the 18-year-old, with Borussia Dortmund currently
  
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• Pirlo’s long-term Italy project has one immediate priority

  25-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pirlo’s long-term Italy project has one immediate priorityAndrea Pirlo is on the verge of being appointed the new head coach of the Italy national team, and though his has been described as a long-term project, the former Milan and Juventus midfielder has one immediate priority to focus on.What does Pirlo need to focus on first after Italy appointment?According to various reports over the last 24 hours, Pirlo is in line to be appointed as the new head coach of the Italy national team. The
  
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• Barcelona defender earns huge praise from opponent after Europa friendly win: ‘Everything he does is perfect’

  25-07-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona defender earns huge praise from opponent after Europa friendly win: ‘Everything he does is perfect’Barcelona’s first pre-season outing may have taken place behind closed doors, but one player ensured his performance would still become a talking point. The Blaugrana secured a convincing 4-1 victory over CE Europa, and while the scoreline itself attracted little attention, one of the opposition players could not stop praising a Barcelona defender after the final wh
  
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• Juventus’ Loïs Openda set to join Lyon

  25-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus’ Loïs Openda set to join LyonJuventus’ Loïs Openda (26) is set to join Olympique Lyonnais, according to Sky Sport.Having signed for the Bianconeri from RB Leipzig for a fee of nearly €43m last summer, the Belgian is expected to complete a move to Les Gones in the coming hours on a loan deal with an option to buy.This departure marks the premature end of Openda’s Italian adventure, with his spell in Serie A proving to be a failure, having scored just two
  
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• CELTIC v AC MILAN: THE OFFICIAL LINE-UPS

  25-07-2026 14:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CELTIC v AC MILAN: THE OFFICIAL LINE-UPSIt's the Rossoneri's first test of the season, as they begin a series of friendlies at Celtic Park in Glasgow, against Celtic. Here are the Starting XIs for the clash at 16:00 CEST.CELTIC (4-3-2-1): Sinisalo; Donovan, Carter-Vickers, Murray, Tierney; McCowan, McGregor, Engels; Forrest, Tounekti; Durán. Subs: Doohan, Gill; Montgomery, Ralston, Scales; Bernardo, Hatate, Hatton, McArdle, Oxlade-Chamberlain, Turley; Balikwisha, Osmand. Coach: O'Neill.AC
  
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