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• Gossip: West Brom battle Saints for Galves

  27-07-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Brom and Southampton have both reached an agreement with Ligue 2 club Rodez AF for French right-back Nolan Galves and it is now up to the 22-year-old to decide who he wants to join. (Express and Star)Wrexham and Stoke City have joined the clubs showing interest in Crystal Palace's English full-back Danny Imray after the 22-year-old spent last season on loan at West Brom, who also want to re-sign him. (Mail)For more EFL transfer rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.Don't forge
  
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• Report: Newcastle United could finally sign 22-year-old Serie A star

  28-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United could finally sign 22-year-old Serie A starGiorgio Scalvini to Newcastle? Why Atalanta’s £45m Stance Changes the PictureNewcastle United have been linked with plenty of centre-backs over the past few windows, but Giorgio Scalvini feels like one of the more coherent names on the list. According to Tutto Atalanta, Atalanta are now prepared to listen if a club comes forward with €45 million for the Italy international.That matters, because for a long time t
  
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• Hansi Flick wants to retain Barcelona defender amid Chelsea and AC Milan interest

  28-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hansi Flick wants to retain Barcelona defender amid Chelsea and AC Milan interestAccording to MARCA, FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick does not wish to sell defender Gerard Martin this summer amid growing interest from AC Milan and Chelsea.The Spanish ace established himself as a permanent fixture at centre-back for Barcelona last season despite being a left-back. His adaptability, versatility, and strong performances have led to interest from top clubs across Europe.Some reports in Italy even su
  
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• 🏟️ Two weeks before kick-off: LaLiga club evicted from stadium

  28-07-2026 12:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏟️ Two weeks before kick-off: LaLiga club evicted from stadiumThe regional administrative authority in Madrid has withdrawn Spanish top-flight club Rayo Vallecano’s right to use the Vallecas stadium in order to begin urgent renovation work. This comes just under two weeks before the start of the season, even though the inadequate conditions have long been known."There is no way to guarantee that nothing can happen," explained the Regional Minister for Culture, Tourism and Sp
  
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• Luis Enrique could exclude €170m star from PSG group if Premier League move fails to materialise

  28-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Enrique could exclude €170m star from PSG group if Premier League move fails to materialisePSG are driving a hard bargain over Bradley Barcola, but that hasn’t deterred Premier League interest in the winger.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.Things are getting very hot, very fast in the chase to sign Bradley Barcola from PSG, and the Athletic’s Deal Sheet today
  
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• Getting squad depth right 'keeps players on toes' - Fowler

  28-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]From the outside, Liverpool's failure to seal a move for Marc Guehi last summer looks even more interesting now.They have a buyback clause with Jarell Quansah, who left for Bayer Leverkusen for £35m last July, but there are no current plans for Quansah to return.Sources stress that if Liverpool bring in Bradley Barcola, who Paris St-Germain value in excess of £100m, then there will be limitations to what more they can do in the market.Deals for Jeremy Jacquet and Victor
  
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• Real Madrid to hold key meeting with teenage starlet’s camp to discuss future

  28-07-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid to hold key meeting with teenage starlet’s camp to discuss futureAmong the many talented youngsters Real Madrid have in their ranks, one is undoubtedly Franco Mastantuono.The 18-year-old Argentine youngster was signed last summer, and he faded away after a bright start to the season under Xabi Alonso.This summer, Los Blancos have appointed Jose Mourinho and also reached an agreement to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, making it very difficult for Mastantuono to have a promine
  
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• Swans reunited as duo return to training

  28-07-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Swansea City have their full squad together for the first time since the end of last season after Cameron Burgess and Eom Jisung returned to the club's Fairwood training base.Australia international defender Burgess and South Korea winger Eom were given extra time off after featuring at this summer's World Cup.Marko Stamenic, who played for New Zealand at the tournament, joined up with Swansea during their pre-season camp in Austria last week alongside new signing and All Whites te
  
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• 'I love the captain's role' - Mount

  28-07-2026 12:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount reflected on his side's 5-0 win in pre-season over Rosenborg last Friday and how he "loved" wearing the captain's armband.On whether he has grown into a leadership role, Mount told BBC Radio Manchester: "You have different types of leaders, you have ones that are very vocal. I always want to see myself as one that leads by example and never stops working on the pitch."I've been captain previously years ago. I love the role especially with a
  
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• RB Leipzig keeper Peter Gulacsi’s move to Villareal takes shape

  28-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig keeper Peter Gulacsi’s move to Villareal takes shapeKicker reports that former RB Leipzig captain Peter Gulacsi’s proposed move to Villarreal is beginning to take shape. The 36-year-old goalkeeper is preparing to leave the Bundesliga after spending 11 years with the German Red Bulls.Gulacsi faced increasing competition from highly rated Belgian prospect Maarten Vandevoordt during last season’s training camp. The experienced Hungarian nevertheless retained the trust o
  
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• Premier League striker valued at €130 million dreams of joining Barcelona – report

  28-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League striker valued at €130 million dreams of joining Barcelona – reportIn a major development, journalist Helena Condis of COPE reports that AFC Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi wants to join FC Barcelona this summer.The 20-year-old French striker has emerged as one of the alternatives that the Blaugrana are considering for priority target Julian Alvarez.As reported earlier in the week, the Catalans have already held exploratory talks with the player’s entourage
  
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• Florentino Perez approves Real Madrid deal for Premier League superstar

  28-07-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Florentino Perez approves Real Madrid deal for Premier League superstarReal Madrid are hoping to complete a blockbuster double transfer in the next few days, as they aim to finalise Jose Mourinho’s squad ahead of the 2026-27 La Liga season getting underway in a few weeks’ time. A deal for Yan Diomande in close, and following him to the Bernabeu could be Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri.In recent weeks, Real Madrid have turned their attention back to Rodri. They were priced
  
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• Ndiaye worth 'top dollar' but Everton in position of strength

  28-07-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Speaking to Total Sport's Ian Kennedy on BBC Radio Merseyside, The Athletic's Everton correspondent Paddy Boyland said "even in order to stand still" in their Premier League position, Everton have to do "an awful lot of work in the transfer market". Idrissa Gana Gueye has already left the club and his Senegal team-mate, Iliman Ndiaye, is also linked with an exit, with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal showing their interest. On the forward's potential move, Boyland said: "The deal wil
  
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• Gossip: Hammers eye new striker

  28-07-2026 12:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Ham have turned down a bid for reported Brentford target, right-back El-Hadji Malick Diouf, and want the 21-year-old to help them return to the Premier League. (Football Insider)The Hammers are also interested in a move for Coventry City's USA international striker Haji Wright and Senegal international forward Habib Diallo, 31, of French club Metz. (Football Insider)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Hoops in race for Spencer

  28-07-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Brom and QPR are in a race to sign Oxford United's 22-year-old Northern Ireland defender Brodie Spencer. (FootballLeagueWorld)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Gossip: Baggies aim to bolster defence

  28-07-2026 12:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]West Brom have agreed a deal to sign French right-back Nolan Galves, 23, from Ligue 2 side Rodez. (Sacha Tavolieri)The Baggies and QPR are in a race to sign Oxford United's 22-year-old Northern Ireland defender Brodie Spencer. (FootballLeagueWorld)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Tuesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Ajax keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder amid Real Sociedad interest

  28-07-2026 12:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ajax keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder amid Real Sociedad interestMike Verweij is reporting that Ajax are keen on reuniting with West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez. However, if Ajax want to bring Alvarez back to the Eredivisie they will have to compete with Spanish side Real Sociedad. West Ham still actually owe Ajax a fair amount of the transfer from a few years ago. Alvarez himself is said to be open to a return to Ajax. The now 28-year-old midfielder joined Ajax back in 2019 and went
  
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• Season predictions: Back-to-back European adventure & Fadinger to shine

  28-07-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Where will you finish in the league and why?From what we have seen from our new manager, Alfred Johansson, and signings so far there is no reason to believe that we won't finish in the top six. Ideally we can finish fourth again or, at the bare minimum, fifth and hope whoever wins the league also wins the Scottish Cup so we could make back-to-back European campaigns.Who is the best signing or has he not signed yet and who should it be?With having only played two games with fans present it i
  
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• La Liga chief slams Gianni Infantino’s ‘pathetic’ rant on Fifa’s World Cup critics

  28-07-2026 12:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa president Gianni Infantino’s recent Instagram post, which controversially accused his critics of spreading "hate” during the World Cup, has been vehemently dismissed as "pathetic" by La Liga president Javier Tebas. This sharp exchange comes as Democrats in the United States Congress confirmed an investigation into Infantino, citing "mounting evidence of potential corruption and a possible quid pro quo between Fifa and the Trump Administration."Infantino’s extensive 15-page
  
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• Why Maldini and Leonardo didn’t want to hire Conte or Mancini as Italy coach

  28-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why Maldini and Leonardo didn’t want to hire Conte or Mancini as Italy coachPaolo Maldini and his advisor, Leonardo, were unwilling to hire either Roberto Mancini or Antonio Conte, and even their attempt to bring in Thiago Motta ultimately failed, prompting their resignations.Maldini’s reign as Italy’s technical director lasted only two weeks, as the ex-defender resigned, alongside his advisor Leonardo, on Monday, following the FIGC’s refusal to hire Andrea Pirlo.EMPOLI,
  
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• Vincent Kompany favourite at Burnley undergoing Man City trial as James Trafford agrees Leeds transfer

  28-07-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Vincent Kompany favourite at Burnley undergoing Man City trial as James Trafford agrees Leeds transferCharlie Casper, one of Vincent Kompany’s most valued players at Burnley, on trial by Man CityThe 21-year-old goalkeeper could find a way into the CFA set-up or be sent elsewhere on loanJames Trafford set to join Leeds United, meaning Casper could remain at Man City when he joinsCharlie Casper, one of Vincent Kompany’s most valued players during his time at Burnley, has been taken on
  
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• Report: Liverpool ready to pay £43m to sign Serie A star

  28-07-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool ready to pay £43m to sign Serie A starLiverpool Transfer Latest: Francisco Conceicao Bid Talk Grows as Juventus Consider OptionsLiverpool’s summer has moved at a measured pace so far, but the expectation around attacking recruitment continues to build. With Andoni Iraola now in place as head coach and Victor Munoz the standout first-team arrival to date, attention is increasingly turning towards the wide areas, where the need for fresh quality has become obvious.Acc
  
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• Report: Chelsea are in the race to sign Barcelona defender

  28-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea are in the race to sign Barcelona defenderChelsea transfer news: Gerard Martín shortlist grows as Milan move firstChelsea are assessing Barcelona defender Gerard Martín as part of their plans to strengthen the left side of the squad, according to Caught Offside, with AC Milan currently making the stronger push for the 24-year-old.Martín has emerged as an attractive option because he can play as a left-back and also tuck in as a left-sided centre-back. That pr
  
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• Official | 1. FC Köln loan Fynn Schenten out to Dutch second division

  28-07-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | 1. FC Köln loan Fynn Schenten out to Dutch seconddivisionTeenage striker Fynn Schenten of 1. FC Köln is set to continue his development in the Netherlands with Roda JC Kerkrade. As previously reported, the season-long loan contains no purchase option, reflecting Köln’s belief that the 18-year-old remains a long-term first-team prospect. Schenten joined the club at the age of eight and progressed through every academy level at the Geißbockheim befor
  
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• Uefa issues fresh statement on use of VAR after World Cup controversy

  28-07-2026 11:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  European football officials have issued a renewed directive on the use of Video Assistant Referees (VAR), stressing that the technology should only intervene in cases of "blatantly incorrect" decisions or clear missed incidents. The move follows a significant meeting last week involving referee chiefs from all 55 national associations and representatives from the International Football Association Board (Ifab), the body responsible for the game's laws.The consensus reached aims to streamline off
  
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• AMORIM'S REUNION

  28-07-2026 11:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AMORIM'S REUNIONFrom the autumn of 2024 until January 2026, Rúben Amorim was Manchester United's Head Coach. Fittingly, AC Milan's pre-season schedule now includes a meeting with the English side, with the two teams set to face each other on 15 August at the Tarczyński Arena in Wrocław, Poland. There is another intriguing reunion to come, too. Between 1999 and 2019, aside from several loan spells between 2004 and 2009, Ignazio Abate's footballing home was AC Milan
  
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• ‘The only thing I wanted to do after Real Madrid’ – Zinédine Zidane explains decision to accept France’s national team job

  28-07-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘The only thing I wanted to do after Real Madrid’ – Zinédine Zidane explains decision to accept France’s national team jobZinédine Zidane has been officially introduced today by French FA president Philippe Diallo as Didier Deschamps’ successor in the dugout for Les Bleus. Zidane faced the media this morning at the French FA’s Parisian headquarters alongside Diallo. The former Real Madrid head coach has penned a four-year contract with
  
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• Zidane confirmed as France head coach

  28-07-2026 11:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zinedine Zidane won the Champions League three times as Real Madrid manager [Getty Images]Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as the head coach of the France national team.Didier Deschamps, France's longest-serving manager, ended his 14-year stint in charge after the nation's semi-final exit to Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Zidane, a World Cup winner with France in 1998, has been out of management since leaving Real Madrid for a second time as head coach in 2021. The 54-
  
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• Spanish prodigy with €16 million release clause remains determined to join Barcelona

  28-07-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spanish prodigy with €16 million release clause remains determined to join BarcelonaAccording to Gerard Romero, as relayed by SPORT, Jorge Salinas remains determined to join Barcelona despite negotiations slowing in recent weeks. The Catalan club are unwilling to meet Racing Santander’s €16 million asking price, but those close to the player remain confident that an agreement can be reached before the summer transfer window closes in August.Salinas wants Barcelona but won’t
  
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• Bayer Leverkusen target two fullbacks

  28-07-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayer Leverkusen target two fullbacksKickerreports that Bayer Leverkusen are pursuing Olympique Marseille defender Facundo Medina for the left-back position while also considering KRC Genk’s Zakaria El Ouahdi as a candidate at right-back.Medina has emerged as a leading option to replace Alejandro Grimaldo following the Spaniard’s move to Atlético Madrid. The Argentine international can operate both as a left-back and on the left side of central defence, offering Bayer a profil
  
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