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• Hearts will be quietly confident - McGowan

  21-07-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts will be placing a "massive emphasis" on Europe, says former defender Ryan McGowan, as the club prepares for a first Champions League qualifier in 20 years.The Edinburgh side are in Austria for the first leg of their second round contest with Sturm Graz.Victory would set up a meeting with either Fenerbahce or Gornik Zabrze and provide a guarantee of reaching the league phase of the Europa League.Benfica or St Gallen await the losers in Europa League qualifying."Hearts will be quietly confi
  
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• Real Madrid complete registration process for another new defender

  27-07-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid complete registration process for another new defenderAs the start of the 2026-27 season approaches with every passing day, Real Madrid continue to work to provide their new coach, Jose Mourinho, with a highly competitive team. The Merengues have already completed four new signings, and are now reportedly on the verge of completing another blockbuster move for the RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande.For now, none of the four signings made by Los Blancos has joined up with the team, as the
  
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• Courtois eases injury concerns ahead of Real Madrid return: ‘Don’t feel any discomfort anymore’

  27-07-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Courtois eases injury concerns ahead of Real Madrid return: ‘Don’t feel any discomfort anymore’Thibaut Courtois has confirmed that the injury which forced him off during the FIFA World Cup is now behind him, insisting he will return to Real Madrid fully fit later this week.The veteran goalkeeper suffered the thigh injury while playing for Belgium in the World Cup quarter-final against Spain, raising concerns over his availability for the start of the season.Fears easedHowever,
  
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• Chiellini among alternatives if Maldini leaves Italy position

  27-07-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chiellini among alternatives if Maldini leaves Italy positionPaolo Maldini is already weighing up his future within the Italy national team set-up just 15 days after his appointment, and reports in Italy claim that Giorgio Chiellini could be among the list of replacements should Maldini decide to resign.Could Chiellini step in if Maldini leaves FIGC role?The appointment of a new head coach for the Italy national team has descended into chaos. After learning that neither Pep Guardiola nor Carlo A
  
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• West Brom's Whitwell open to loan move

  27-07-2026 13:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Bromwich Albion midfielder Harry Whitwell says he is open to being loaned out this season to gain more experience.The 20-year-old spent the first half of the 2025-26 campaign with National League side Forest Green Rovers, where he made 26 appearances in all competitions and scored three goals.But he was recalled by Albion in January to bolster the squad and played 88 minutes across four appearances in the Championship and FA Cup.Whitwell scored for West Brom in a 4-1 pre-season friendly win
  
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• What is Vinicius Jr's future amid Arsenal interest?

  27-07-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Real Madrid have tried to renew Vinicius Jr's contract and opened further talks with him on Monday - but, as of yet, it has been to no avail.His potential availability has alerted Arsenal, who are among the clubs to have internally explored exploiting the contractual impasse. Teams in Saudi Arabia are also monitoring his situation closely.Gunners manager Mikel Arteta wants to sign proven talent - and Vinicius fits the bill.Sources close to Arsenal insist he is just one of a number
  
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• Report – Why Ter Stegen and Frenkie de Jong have travelled to England with Barcelona

  27-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report – Why Ter Stegen and Frenkie de Jong have travelled to England with BarcelonaFC Barcelona have travelled to St George’s Park today for a week-long pre-season training camp under Hansi Flick, with the squad set to remain in England until next Monday.The travelling party, announced by the club on Monday morning, includes 17 players from Barça Atletic and the academy. Among the squad are two of the club’s captains, Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Frenkie de Jong, whose inc
  
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• 'You have to be ambitious' - Kamason aims for first-team push

  27-07-2026 13:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Manchester United youngster Jaydan Kamason is hoping to stay injury free this season to give him a chance to push for a place in Michael Carrick's senior squad.The 19-year-old England youth international had two extended periods on the sidelines last term, which prevented him making as much progress as he would have liked.He has a lot of admirers at Old Trafford, though, and was one of the academy players who has excelled over the opening two games of United's pre-season, adding a
  
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• Chelsea rejected, €170m star plans to agree Liverpool deal

  27-07-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea rejected, €170m star plans to agree Liverpool dealOne of the most in-demand forwards around has rejected Chelsea. He wants a move to Liverpool and he wants it now.Liverpool are in the market for a new forward but they’re certainly not the only ones. In fact, it feels that just about every major club is searching for someone to play on their wing.The problem is that the market isn’t particularly good. That explains why Yan Diomande, someone with 18 months of senior footba
  
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• What does a Maresca midfield look like?

  27-07-2026 13:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]The plan seems clear for Rodri - look to retain one of the best players in world football rather than sell him.But there will have to be contingencies in place.One of these will be the presence of Elliot Anderson, while Manchester City are monitoring 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who impressed for Morocco in the World Cup.To understand how Rodri, Anderson and someone like Bouaddi might come together, it is key to understand Maresca's game model.As a disciple of posit
  
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• Could Luis be a good signing for Hull?

  27-07-2026 13:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Burnley winger Glen Little says Hull City transfer target Florentino Luis is "confident in himself" as a player but could "find it tough" if the Tigers are in a relegation battle this season.BBC Radio Humberside's Mike White recently reported that the Clarets may be willing to sell the defensive midfielder for £15m plus add-ons to get a sizeable wage off their books."He was quite promising in the early days of being at Burnley," Little said. "He is good at getting on the ball in mid
  
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• Garnacho has been 'judged harshly'

  27-07-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]BBC Radio West Midlands' Richard Wilford says Aston Villa's signing of Alejandro Garnacho on loan is "potentially exciting". The Argentine will spend the season at Villa Park and, if certain undisclosed conditions are met, the move will become permanent. "I think he's being judged pretty harshly," Wilford said."Chelsea fans didn't warm to him, he is a colourful character, he maybe has taken one or two wrong steps in his time, but I actually see there a really talented player who's
  
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• 'Liverpool fans can expect aggressive play' - Kerkez

  27-07-2026 13:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Milos Kerkez expects Liverpool to return to a full-throttle style of play under new head coach Andoni Iraola.The Reds were known for 'heavy metal' football under Jurgen Klopp, with some fans frustrated at a drop in intensity under Arne Slot - who was sacked at the end of last season despite winning the Premier League in his only other campaign at Anfield."I think the heavy Liverpool team that Liverpool used to be – press, front foot, everyone in front," the left-back told the
  
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• Roma reach €35m Castro agreement with Bologna

  27-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma reach €35m Castro agreement with BolognaGian Piero Gasperini could finally be on the verge of welcoming a new attacking signing this summer, as reports in Italy claim that Roma and Bologna have reached an agreement over a deal for centre-forward Santiago Castro.Roma agree deal for Castro with BolognaAccording to the latest updates from transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Roma and Bologna have agreed a fee for Argentine centre-forward Castro, set at €35m plus a 10% sell-on clause.R
  
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• Confirmed: Real Madrid register two more new signings in La Liga

  27-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Real Madrid register two more new signings in La LigaReal Madrid have completed the registrations of Marc Cucurella and Ibrahima Konate for the upcoming La Liga season, making him the club’s second officially registered player ahead of the new campaign.The Spanish capital giants became the first La Liga club to register a new signing when Denzel Dumfries was officially added to the squad on 18 July. The Dutch full-back remains the club’s most recent completed transfer, wit
  
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• Martin & Foxes must 'find own way' after struggles

  27-07-2026 13:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Martin has previous experience working in League One, having started his managerial career at that level with MK Dons in 2019 [Getty Images]Leicester City manager Russell Martin says history should not be used to judge what he can achieve with the former Premier League champions.Back-to-back relegations have left the 2021 FA Cup winners rebuilding in League One just 10 years on from that famous 5,000-1 top-flight title triumph.Martin, who guided Southampton to promotion to the Premier Le
  
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• Goldsworthy extends Somerset deal to 2028

  27-07-2026 13:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lewis Goldsworthy scored his third List A century in Somerset's most recent One-Day Cup outing [Getty Images]Somerset all-rounder Lewis Goldsworthy has signed a new deal to stay with the club until the end of the 2028 season.Goldworthy has played 132 matches across all formats for Somerset since his first-class debut in 2021, having joined the club's academy five years previously.In total the 25-year-old has scored 3,675 runs and taken 75 wickets.He is currently captaining Somerset's One-Day Cup
  
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• Salah-Eddine closing in on Eredivisie return

  27-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Salah-Eddine closing in on Eredivisie returnRoma is working on the future of Salah-Eddine, who appears destined to be excluded from Gian Piero Gasperini’s team. The left-back, who returned to the capital after a loan spell at PSV, will not participate in the upcoming summer training camp in Wales, and the club is seeking a solution for his departure. The Giallorossi management is evaluating a permanent sale of the player, with the aim of finding a suitable accommodation and securing a fina
  
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• Newcastle United sign Manchester United keeper Rendell on loan

  27-07-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United sign Manchester United keeper Rendell on loanNewcastle United have completed the signing of Manchester United keeper Kayla Rendell on a loan deal for the 2026/2027 season.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Magpies this morning.The 25-year-old makes the move to Tyneside in a bid to get some regular football under her belt.Rendell has spent the last 18 months with Manchester United after joining the club from Southampton in the Janu
  
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• Liverpool may need to wait to secure French World Cup star

  27-07-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool may need to wait to secure French World Cup starBradley Barcola Transfer Latest as PSG Face £120m Summer DecisionBradley Barcola has emerged as one of the major names in the European transfer market, with Paris Saint-Germain heading into a pivotal summer over the France international’s future. According to L’Equipe, the 22-year-old has decided against extending his current deal, which runs until 2028, and that choice has instantly sharpened attention around a possible
  
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• York appoint Lindsey after shock Maynard sacking

  27-07-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scott Lindsey has managed Swindon, Crawley and MK Dons in the EFL [Shutterstock]York City have appointed former Crawley Town boss Scott Lindsey as their new head coach, one day after sacking title-winning manager Stuart Maynard.Maynard led the Minstermen to promotion as National League champions last season but was relieved of his duties on Sunday because of what the board called a "difference in direction and vision for the football club".Lindsey, 54, took Crawley up to League One in his first
  
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• Alonso expects 'movement' on transfers - what can Chelsea achieve this season?

  27-07-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea are also expected to announce the £52m signing of France international defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace. At 26, he would be the Blues' oldest signing since 2022.New boss Xabi Alonso said: "We want a squad with the right balance between quality and mentality."Those things need to match in terms of maturity, but I think we are starting the new season with good energy. That's important."Chelsea have also brought in £1117m Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa
  
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• Dovbyk says ‘yes’ to Bologna, will undergo medical tomorrow

  27-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dovbyk says ‘yes’ to Bologna, will undergo medical tomorrowRoma are ready to part ways with Artem Dovbyk.The Ukrainian striker has been involved in discussions with Bologna following Santiago Castro’s confirmed move to Roma.Dovbyk will now head the other way as he looks to bounce back from a difficult 25/26 season.Artem Dovbyk’s move to Bologna is also a done deal: the player has just given his final decision to the Rossoblu, accepting a loan move, reports Sky Sport.The U
  
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• Micky van de Ven excited by Tottenham’s summer spending spree as he makes promise to fans

  27-07-2026 12:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven believes the club is demonstrating "new ambition" following a substantial £237m summer spending spree, and has promised a more entertaining brand of football under Roberto De Zerbi next season.The significant investment comes after a turbulent period for Spurs, which saw them narrowly avoid relegation on the final day of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign. Majority owners the Lewis family subsequently pledged to be "all in" for a necessary rebui
  
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• Marseille interested in loan move for Real Madrid defender

  27-07-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marseille interested in loan move for Real Madrid defenderThe center-back Raul Asencio is one of the players whose future at Real Madrid is highly uncertain. The Merengues have already brought in a new center-back, Ibrahima Konate, this summer, and reports suggest that Jose Mourinho wants his club to sign another one before the end of the transfer window, despite also having the likes of Dean Huijsen, Eder Militao, and Antonio Rudiger in his squad.The Spaniard was keen to impress the new coach,
  
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• New one-year deal for Boro goalkeeper McLaughlin

  27-07-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Middlesbrough have agreed a new one-year contract with goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin.The 38-year-old, capped twice by Scotland, will remain at the Riverside until next summer.McLaughlin joined Boro from Swansea last September, but he is yet to play a minute for the first team.The former Rangers goalkeeper instead served as a back-up to regular first-choice Sol Brynn.
  
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• Cardiff teenager Donczew close to Arsenal move

  27-07-2026 12:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Axel Donczew has played for Wales at youth level[FAW]Premier League champions Arsenal are close to completing the signing of Cardiff City teenager Axel Donczew.The 16-year-old attacking midfielder made headlines last October when he became Cardiff's youngest ever senior player.Donczew was just 15 years and 234 days old when he came on as a substitute in Cardiff's EFL Trophy game against Newport County.The Bluebirds academy product is now poised to bid farewell to the Welsh capital, with a move t
  
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• Former Southampton and Ajax favourite turns down big money for an Eredivisie return with NEC Nijmegen

  27-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Southampton and Ajax favourite turns down big money for an Eredivisie return with NEC NijmegenIt had been rumoured, and believed to be just a rumour, but Dusan Tadic looks set for a return to the Eredivisie after all. The former Ajax and Southampton favourite had been allegedly linked to NEC Nijmegen, but nothing appeared to really be happening on that front. However, it now appears that Tadic is really set for a return to the Dutch top flight with NEC. As reported by VI, Tadic has turned
  
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• Eight Premier League clubs accused of ‘blatant greed’ over price hikes for shirts

  27-07-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football fans are facing significant price hikes for replica shirts, with some now costing up to £90 after eight Premier League clubs increased their prices. The move has drawn sharp criticism from consumer experts, who warn of "blatant greed" and the potential for a surge in counterfeit purchases.Tottenham supporters are now expected to pay £90 for an adult first-team replica shirt, a £5 increase from last year, while a child’s shirt for a three-year-old now commands &po
  
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• Did League Cup come too early for Saints?

  27-07-2026 12:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Does the League Cup group stage come too early in the season for teams like St Johnstone?Simo Valakari's side were one of two Premiership sides, Falkirk were the other, that failed to progress to the last 16 of the League Cup. St Johnstone finished third in Group F with seven points after their 1-1 draw with East Fife, which Dick Campbell's side snagged a bonus point in after winning the shootout. Former Dundee and Ross County boss, who was St Johnstone assistant manager between 2007-2011, insis
  
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