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• Gossip: Preston target Crystal Palace's Devenny

  09-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Preston North End have made an ambitious attempt to sign the versatile Northern Ireland international Justin Devenny from Crystal Palace, though the 22-year-old is also admired by Leicester City and Southampton. (Lancashire Post)Wolves have reportedly identified Aston Villa attacker Lewis Dobbin, 23, as a potential summer transfer target, with Middlesbrough and Southampton also linked with the English former Preston loanee. (Lancashire Post)For more transfer news and rumours, read Thursday'
  
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• Report: Crystal Palace interested in surprise move for PSG forward

  09-07-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Crystal Palace interested in surprise move for PSG forwardCrystal Palace Weigh Randal Kolo Muani Move as PSG Open Door to €40m TransferCrystal Palace are among the clubs alerted to a potential deal for Randal Kolo Muani, after Paris Saint-Germain moved to widen the market for the France international. According to Foot Mercato, PSG have grown tired of the delays surrounding Juventus and are now inviting interest from elsewhere, with Palace named alongside Aston Villa and Borussia Do
  
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• Grimsby defender McJannet extends contract

  09-07-2026 14:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cameron McJannet started all 46 of Grimsby Town's League Two matches last season [Shutterstock]Grimsby Town defender Cameron McJannet has extended his contract through to the end of the 2027-28 season.The 27-year-old centre-back has made 87 league appearances for the Mariners since joining from Derry City in June 2024."He had the option year for this coming season and we think he's an extremely good player and we didn't want to lose him," boss Dave Artell told BBC Radio Humberside."He's outstand
  
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• Arsenal star in Spain to get fit after injury

  09-07-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal star in Spain to get fit after injuryJurrien Timber has been working at the same venue Coventry City are using before their Premier League opener at the Emirates.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesJurrien Timber is reportedly training in Marbella as he continues his recovery from the groin injury that forced him to withdraw from the World Cup this summer.The Arsenal defender struggled with the injury during the final months of the season and is now said to be working with a personal trai
  
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• Richard Hughes must bring 14 g/a sensation to Liverpool now

  09-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes must bring 14 g/a sensation to Liverpool nowLiverpool need homegrown players this summer. Although it shouldn't really be how they dictate which players to sign and which players to get rid of, since Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones and Joe Gomez could all be leaving, there's going to be a lot of homegrown slots available in the Reds' team.And, if they keep signing foreign players, they'll run into the same problems as last season where Federico Chiesa was initially left out of their
  
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• Real Madrid teenage breakout star emerging as the MVP at U19 European Championships

  09-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid teenage breakout star emerging as the MVP at U19 European ChampionshipsReal Madrid youngster Thiago Pitarch is enjoying a remarkable rise for both club and country, and his decision to represent Spain over Morocco is already beginning to bear fruit. According to a report from AS, the teenage midfielder is now the leading contender to be named the UEFA Under-19 European Championship MVP, capping what has been an outstanding breakthrough year.This development comes ahead of Spain&
  
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• Pedri talks Julian Alvarez, Ferran, Real Madrid, Spain World Cup chances : ‘A world-class player’

  09-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pedri talks Julian Alvarez, Ferran, Real Madrid, Spain World Cup chances : ‘A world-class player’Barcelona players are the bulk of Spain’s squad at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, and a major part of Spain’s struggles have thus been directly linked to the Catalan star’s underperformance.While Lamine Yamal has understandably struggled coming back from an injury, another player who has not lived up to his standards is Pedri Gonzalez.The Barcelona midfielder, widely regard
  
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• Morocco's unfinished business with France

  09-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France knocked Morocco out of the World Cup four years ago [Getty Images]France vs Morocco isn't just another World Cup quarter-final. For many Moroccan fans, it's unfinished business.Four years ago, France ended Morocco's extraordinary World Cup run in Qatar, knocking out the first African and Arab nation ever to reach a World Cup semi-final.On Thursday in Boston they meet again, but this time Morocco aren't returning as football's dreamers.They're returning believing they belong."This is a rev
  
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• Former Metz player Arthur Atta set to join Fiorentina in a €30m deal

  09-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Metz player Arthur Atta set to join Fiorentina in a €30m dealUdinese’s Arthur Atta (23) is reportedly set to join Fiorentina, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.This is a major signing for La Viola, who are expected to spend €30m (excluding bonuses) and agree to pay a percentage of any future transfer fee to secure the services of the Rennes-born player.Having come through the youth academies of Stade Rennais and FC Metz, it was with the Alsatian club that Atta made h
  
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• World Cup 2026: Norway changes hotel due to excessive noise just days ahead of England game

  09-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Following their win over Brazil on Sunday, Norway was supposed to have a long rest ahead of its quarterfinals match vs. England at the 2026 World Cup. But that layoff has been anything but restful for Team Norway thus far. Just days after his team's win over Brazil, Norway coach Stale Solbakken said "a few players" were battling an illness. Norway has dealt with some type of ailment throughout the event, as Jorgen Strand Larsen and Marcus Holmgren Pedersen have already missed games at the event
  
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• Insigne pays tribute to Sampdoria legend Vialli: ‘Your example will live on’

  09-07-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Insigne pays tribute to Sampdoria legend Vialli: ‘Your example will live on’Lorenzo Insigne has paid an emotional tribute to Sampdoria icon Gianluca Vialli, days after completing his move to the Serie B club.Taking to social media on what would have been Vialli’s birthday, the newly-arrived forward honoured one of the most beloved figures in the Blucerchiati’s history.Insigne, the former Napoli captain and Euro 2020 winner, joined Sampdoria this week on a permanent deal,
  
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• Former Champions League footballer dead at 44 after drowning in a lake

  09-07-2026 14:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Romania international Gabriel Muresan has died at the age of 44 after drowning in a lake near the town where he served as mayor, local media reported on Thursday.The Romanian Football Federation confirmed the death of the midfielder, who played nine times for the national team, including in qualifying games for the World Cup and European Championship from 2007-11. His international caps included matches against football heavyweights France and Brazil.The federation stated: "The Romanian F
  
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• The footballing Fiji wing outscoring Bielle-Biarrey and zeroing in on England

  09-07-2026 14:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Despite Fiji being beaten by Wales last weekend Wainiqolo was in sensational form, making 173 metres ball in hand and beating 19 tacklers in the process [Getty Images]"I was a striker - a good header, like Harry Kane!"Fiji wing Jiuta Wainiqolo is remembering his days trying out for his country's under-20 football team.The 27-year-old is now focused on the oval ball. But this season, he has had a strike-rate to match the prolific Bayern Munich forward, who is spearheading England's round-ball Wor
  
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• Chesterfield sign ex-Pirates forward Sotiriou

  09-07-2026 14:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruel Sotiriou scored six goals in 51 league appearances for Bristol Rovers [Shutterstock]Chesterfield have signed former Leyton Orient and Bristol Rovers forward Ruel Sotiriou.The 25-year-old ended last season with Israeli side Hapoel Jerusalem.He started his career with the O's and scored 35 goals in 153 league games before joining the Gas in June 2024."Ruel comes into the squad at a good age and will bring both energy and experience," Chesterfield assistant Danny Webb told the club website.The
  
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• 1️⃣9️⃣ players one booking from a ban in Copa quarters, see list

  09-07-2026 14:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  1️⃣9️⃣ players one booking from a ban in Copa quarters, see listThe FIFA World Cup quarter-finals begin this Thursday (9), with France vs. Morocco.And 19 players will take the field at risk of missing the semi-finals!Why? These players go into the match carrying a yellow card, and if they are booked again, they will miss the semis.FIFA’s disciplinary rules provide for an automatic suspension for any player who picks up two yellow cards before the end of the quarte
  
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• Official: Real Madrid sell defender for €4m, retain 50% sell-on clause

  09-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Real Madrid sell defender for €4m, retain 50% sell-on clauseReal Madrid have finalised their second exit of the 2026 summer transfer window, with defender Fran Garcia having left to join Real Betis.When Real Madrid signed Marc Cucurella from Chelsea earlier in the summer, it became very clear that a left-back would need to sold, as it left four in the first team squad. Garcia was the obvious choice to be sold ahead of Alvaro Carreras and Ferland Mendy, especially as he was attract
  
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• Scotland defender Smith joins Rangers on two-year deal

  09-07-2026 14:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "Proven winner" Kirsty Smith has reunited with former Scotland team-mate Leanne Crichton by joining Rangers on a two-year deal.The full-back, who left Women's Super League 2 side Nottingham Forest at the end of last season, returns to her homeland eight years after leaving Hibernian for Manchester United.The 32-year-old, who won promotion to the WSL with United after lifting five domestic trophies with Hibs, also played in England's top-flight with West Ham.But a desire to return north having "m
  
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• Three Spanish clubs enter race for Barcelona goalkeeper as loan decision nears – report

  09-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Spanish clubs enter race for Barcelona goalkeeper as loan decision nears – reportBarcelona are expected to send Aron Yaakobishvili out on loan once again this summer, and interest in the young goalkeeper is already beginning to gather pace. According to Matteo Moretto, the likes of Mallorca, Racing and Levante have all identified the Barcelona academy graduate as a potential reinforcement ahead of the new season.Barcelona transfer news suggests the club remain committed to Yaako
  
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• Should I stay or should I go? Italy edition: Discussing potential Azzurri transfers

  09-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Should I stay or should I go? Italy edition: Discussing potential Azzurri transfersSeveral Italian stars have already completed high-profile transfers this summer, while the futures of many more remain up in the air. Football Italia discuss Italy players’ potential transfer moves this summer: should they stay at their clubs or move on?Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channel.As Italian football enters another important period of rebuilding ahead of the next m
  
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• Man Utd reveal fresh plans for new 100,000-seater stadium to replace Old Trafford

  09-07-2026 14:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United have detailed the proposed location in the latest plans of their new 100,000-seater stadium that will replace Old Trafford.The ground will sit approximately 350 metres away from the existing Old Trafford stadium in Trafford Wharfside.It will be at the heart of a new “Stadium District”, purpose-built for sport, entertainment and year-round activity, with United insisting the stadium - set to be the biggest in the country - wil be a catalyst for wider regeneration of
  
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• Lyon overtake PSG and Bundesliga giants to sign Caen’s rising star Cluver Sambi Mbungu

  09-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lyon overtake PSG and Bundesliga giants to sign Caen’s rising star Cluver Sambi MbunguOlympique Lyonnais are reportedly on the verge of finalising the signing of SM Caen’s Cluver Sambi Mbungu (17), according to L’Équipe.Regarded as one of the top prospects at the Normandy club’s academy, the midfielder is expected to undergo his medical shortly, before signing a three-year contract, running until 2029, his first as a professional.This is a fine coup for Les Gones,
  
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• Report: Modric to stay as Milan target Fran Garcia leaves Real Madrid

  09-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Modric to stay as Milan target Fran Garcia leaves Real MadridLuka Modric looks likely to remain at Milan, according to Fabrizio Romano, and meanwhile, a defender the Rossoneri had previously considered completed a move elsewhere.Romano reports, via MilanNews.it, that left-back Fran Garcia has joined Real Betis from Real Madrid for €3 million plus bonuses, with Madrid retaining a 50% sell-on.Intriguingly, the influencer suggests the Spaniard could easily have ended up at San Siro und
  
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• Real Madrid mainstay to become one of club’s highest-paid stars after renewal

  09-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid mainstay to become one of club’s highest-paid stars after renewalReal Madrid have taken a major step towards securing the future of Aurelien Tchouameni, reaching an agreement over a new long-term contract that will establish the French midfielder as one of the club’s highest-paid players. The recent Real Madrid news comes after Manchester United had identified the France international as one of their priority midfield targets. However, Los Blancos never consider
  
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• Newcastle sign teenager Steur from Ajax for £23m

  09-07-2026 14:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sean Steur made 24 appearances for Ajax in 2025-26 [Getty Images]Newcastle United have signed teenage midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax in a deal worth up to £23m.The 18-year-old landed on Tyneside on Wednesday evening before undergoing a medical and finalising his move.He has signed a five-year contract until 2031."It's an incredible feeling to be here," Steur said. "It's a giant club in the Premier League and it was always my dream to play in the best league in the world."I was at home at
  
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• Two players whose futures will be affected by Barcelona’s pursuit of Karim Adeyemi

  09-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two players whose futures will be affected by Barcelona’s pursuit of Karim AdeyemiNews of Karim Adeyemi’s move to Barcelona has come out of the blue, and the board have done incredibly well to keep matters silent to this point.The player has an agreement in principle with the Catalans and all that remains is for the two clubs to negotiate the fee – something that should not take too long.Adeyemi’s arrival, however, relatively overloads the wings for Barcelona wh
  
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• THE REMATCH

  09-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  THE REMATCHOn 23 December 2026, AC Milan will mark the tenth anniversary of a trophy win that holds a unique place in the Club's history. Before the 2016 edition, every Supercoppa Italiana won by the Rossoneri had come as reigning Serie A champions. That tradition stretched from the 3-1 victory over Boškov's Sampdoria in 1989 through triumphs against Parma, Torino, another success over Sampdoria in 1994, Lazio in 2005, and the Derby victory over Inter in Beijing in 2011. Doha changed
  
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• Will England get a Bank Holiday if team wins the World Cup? Potential date revealed ahead of Norway quarter-final

  09-07-2026 13:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The government is considering an extra bank holiday to celebrate an England victory as the World Cup final is set to take place next Sunday.It is understood that Friday 24 July has been earmarked for a celebratory bank holiday if England wins the tournament 60 years after its first and only World Cup victory.The prime minister appeared reticent to confirm a bank holiday when asked about the potential celebration at the Nato summit in Ankara, but he hinted it was on the cards.The Arsenal fan told
  
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• Thiago Pitarch reveals Real Madrid teammate that surprised him the most

  09-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Thiago Pitarch reveals Real Madrid teammate that surprised him the mostReal Madrid have few positives from the disastrous 2025-26 season, but one of them was the emergence of Thiago Pitarch. The teenager midfielder was very impressive during the second half of the campaign after being promoted by Alvaro Arbeloa, and he will have the chance to stay in the senior team if he is trusted by Jose Mourinho.It’s been a very good six months for Pitarch on a personal level, and he’ll hope to m
  
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• Strasbourg’s Guéla Doué being scouted by Inter Milan

  09-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg’s Guéla Doué being scouted by Inter MilanRC Strasbourg Alsace’s Guéla Doué (23) is reportedly on Inter Milan’s radar, according to Sky Sport.Whilst the Nerazzurri, who are looking for a replacement for Denzel Dumfries (30) following his transfer to Real Madrid, are said to have reached an agreement with Union Saint-Gilloise’s Anan Khalaili (21), the fee demanded by the Belgian club – namely €30m – for the Israeli cou
  
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• Napoli agree terms with Boca talent Zeballos but CSKA Moscow ready to do battle

  09-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli agree terms with Boca talent Zeballos but CSKA Moscow ready to do battleReports in Italy claim that Napoli have a verbal agreement in place to sign Boca Juniors talent Exequiel Zeballos in a low-cost deal, but late competition has emerged from Russian side CSKA Moscow according to the latest updates.Napoli face CSKA Moscow competition for ZeballosZeballos, 24, has made over 100 appearances on the wing for Boca Juniors, but according to Sky Sport Italia, has decided against signing a new c
  
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