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• Horkas to join Hogh at Celtic - gossip

  26-07-2026 09:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Celtic to pay record fee for striker and closing in on Croatian goalkeeper from Spanish second tier...Celtic have agreed a record £11m-plus fee with Bodo/Glimt for 25-year-old striker Kasper Hogh. (Scottish Sun)Kasper Hogh was due to travel to Scotland on Saturday night to complete his move to Celtic from Bodo/Glimt and will sign a four-year contract with the option of a further one. (Luca Bendoni on X)Celtic have intensified talks with Las Palmas for 27-year-old goalkeeper D
  
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• Concacaf and AFC stunned by Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell off World Cup to investors

  29-07-2026 14:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fifa has been strongly criticised by Concacaf, football’s governing body for the Caribbean and North America, along with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for failing to consult on its shock plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.On Tuesday, Fifa said it plans to create a $20bn subsidiary to run the ⁠World Cup and its ​other ⁠events and will offer stakes of up to 20 per cent in it ⁠to external investors – a move that provoked ​a ⁠furious respons
  
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• Aston Villa’s €30m offer for South American gem rejected by Palmeiras

  29-07-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa’s €30m offer for South American gem rejected by PalmeirasAston Villa are interested in signing Palmeiras star Allan in the ongoing transfer window. According to Globo Esporte, Villa submitted a €30 million bid to sign the 22-year-old. Palmeiras turned down their offer, as they consider Allan a key part of their plans for the 2026 season. Villa are looking to reinforce their attacking options after Morgan Rogers’ record €137m transfer to Chels
  
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• Hearts change hard to deal with - Braga

  29-07-2026 14:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Claudio Braga admits Hearts are finding it difficult to adapt amid a huge summer of change.New head coach Wouter Vrancken's reign has begun with Champions League elimination as Hearts were thumped 6-0 by Sturm Graz in the second qualifying round.The Belgian is striving to implement a new style of play, while key players Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin have followed boss Derek McInnes in moving to Rangers after last season's agonising title near miss."I feel like it's early, of course," said
  
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• PSG near agreement for Randal Kolo Muani’s loan move to Juventus

  29-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG near agreement for Randal Kolo Muani’s loan move to JuventusPSG centre-forward Randal Kolo Muani (27) is nearing a return to Juventus, according to Le Parisien. The France international striker is not part of Luis Enrique’s plans in the French capital, and Juventus have been pushing to resign Kolo Muani on loan. The latter spent the second half of the 2024-2025 season on loan with the Serie A giants, with whom he logged eight goals in 19 games.Kolo Muani then joined Tot
  
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• Barcelona forward likely to stay at club despite persistent pressure from Atletico Madrid dressing room

  29-07-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona forward likely to stay at club despite persistent pressure from Atletico Madrid dressing roomBarcelona forward Ferran Torres is currently closest to staying at the Catalan club for the upcoming season, according to football journalist Matteo Moretto (h/t FCB World). Despite significant external interest and persistent inquiries from domestic rivals, the 26-year-old Spain international, whose contract expires in 2027, feels comfortable with his current life in Barcelona and has no immed
  
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• Munetsi focussing on promotion, not his future

  29-07-2026 14:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marshall Munetsi has won 36 caps for Zimbabwe [Getty Images]Wolves midfielder Marshall Munetsi says he is fully focussed on helping the team get back to the Premier League as soon as possible rather than worrying about his own future.The Zimbabwe international joined Wolves for £16m from Reims in February 2025 on a three-and-a-half year deal under then-head coach Vitor Pereira.Having started 12 times under the Portuguese boss, Munetsi's game time plummeted under his replacement Rob Edwards
  
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• Spacey-Cale to step down at Southampton

  29-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Marieanne Spacey-Cale is a former Arsenal and England midfielder [Getty Images]Southampton director of women's football Marieanne Spacey-Cale will step down this year.She is considered one of the most significant members in the women's set-up at Southampton, having been influential in a number of roles since 2018.She was involved in the development of the women's and girls' programme and was first-team coach when Southampton achieved back-to-back promotions in 2021 and 2022 to reach WSL 2."It is
  
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• Picture of Arsenal player in new 3rd kit leaks

  29-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Picture of Arsenal player in new 3rd kit leaksThe first image of an Arsenal player wearing the team’s upcoming new 2026/27 third kit has leaked online, with Piero Hincapie pictured in the shirt.Photo via @IamCrisJ on TwitterAs shown above, a picture of Piero Hincapie wearing Arsenal’s 2026/27 third kit shirt has leaked on social media.The design of the third kit has been known for months, with the shirt using a pale yellow primary colour, navy blue accents, and lightning bolt graphic
  
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• Official: Roma appoint Galantic as new CEO

  29-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Roma appoint Galantic as new CEORoma have officially announced that they have appointed John Galantic as the club’s new CEO, two years after the departure of Lina Souloukou.Official: Roma appoint a new CEO“Today we are very proud to announce John Galantic as Chief Executive Officer of AS Roma,” read a statement on the club website.“John has led several global companies at the highest level, most recently in Italy. He knows Italian sport and business, having serv
  
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• Monaco take interest in Cruz Azul’s Erik Lira

  29-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco take interest in Cruz Azul’s Erik LiraAS Monaco are reportedly interested in CD Cruz Azul’s Erik Lira (26), according to L’Équipe.Having made four appearances for Mexico at the World Cup, the midfielder could move to France to compensate for the loss of Aladji Bamba (20), transferred to Newcastle United, and the likely departure of Lamine Camara (22), who is also being courted during this transfer window.Although no concrete progress has been made on this matter a
  
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• Czech FA breaks ranks to back Gianni Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan

  29-07-2026 14:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The president of the Czech Football Association has backed Gianni Infantino’s controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup’s commercial rights. After details of Infantino’s plan came to fruition on Tuesday, David Trunda told Sky News he can see the “positive impact” of the Fifa president’s plan. For Uefa, European football’s governing body, Trunda’s comments are an early blow to their hopes of launching a member-wide boycott of Fifa competiti
  
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• Video: Carnevali hints Juventus are nearing Kolo Muani agreement with PSG

  29-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Carnevali hints Juventus are nearing Kolo Muani agreement with PSGJuventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali says that he hopes there isn’t long to go before an agreement is struck with Paris Saint-Germain for centre-forward Randal Kolo Muani following weeks of negotiations between the two sides.With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026-27 Serie A season, Juventus have still not brought in the new centre-forward that head coach Luciano Spalletti has been targeting.The Old Lady
  
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• Journalist confirms when Alisson Becker is set to return to Liverpool training

  29-07-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist confirms when Alisson Becker is set to return to Liverpool trainingVirgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo and Alisson Return Plans Show Liverpool Are Managing the Details ProperlyLiverpool’s pre-season is taking shape in a way that feels sensible rather than theatrical. The headline names are arriving in stages, and that matters. According to Lewis Steele of the Daily Mail, the club are carefully phasing the returns of Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo and Alisson Becker after their summer commi
  
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• 🚨 France urgently summons European football over FIFA plan

  29-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 France urgently summons European football over FIFA planThe French government has confirmed that an emergency meeting of European football bodies will be held this Wednesday to examine FIFA’s intention to open its commercial activities to private investors.Sports Minister Marina Ferrari announced it in a statement on X titled “Football is not for sale”.Ferrari describes Gianni Infantino’s plan as a “major shift” that raises “extremely serious q
  
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• Report: Another Chelsea star heading towards the exit door

  29-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Another Chelsea star heading towards the exit doorChelsea Transfer News: Filip Jorgensen Exit Nears as Strasbourg Move Edges CloserChelsea look set to sanction another summer departure, with Filip Jorgensen moving towards the exit door and Strasbourg closing in on a deal. According to TeamTalk, the move is “almost done,” which tells you most of what you need to know. When a player leaves a pre-season tour and heads back to the UK, the paperwork phase has usually started.Jorge
  
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• Napoli show interest in West Ham’s Jean-Clair Todibo

  29-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli show interest in West Ham’s Jean-Clair TodiboNapoli are reportedly interested in West Ham United’s Jean-Clair Todibo (26), according to Sky Sport.In search of defensive reinforcements to cover for the long-term absence of Alessandro Buongiorno (27), who has suffered a meniscus injury to his right knee and is set to undergo surgery, the Azzurri are said to have made the Frenchman one of their options.Chelsea’s Benoît Badiashile (25), Juventus’ Federico Gatti (
  
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• Arsenal accept defeat in pursuit of Real Madrid superstar: ‘He is going to renew’

  29-07-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal accept defeat in pursuit of Real Madrid superstar: ‘He is going to renew’According to MARCA, Arsenal have accepted that a move for Vinicius Jr. is no longer realistic, with the Premier League club now convinced that the Brazilian will remain at Real Madrid and sign a new contract.Real Madrid’s activity in the transfer market has continued to dominate headlines following the imminent arrival of Yan Diomande and the club’s official contacts with Rodri over a potenti
  
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• Charlton Athletic defender Newsham signs new deal

  29-07-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic defender Newsham signs new dealCharlton Athletic defender Charlotte Newsham has signed a new one-year deal with the club.The Addicks announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 26-year-old defender joined Charlton Athletic in summer 2024 after leaving former club Sheffield United. The player has gone on to play an important role for Karen Hills’ side. Newsham made 21 appearances for The Addicks in Barclays WSL2 last season, helping the c
  
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• What can Rangers fans expect from McInnes this season?

  29-07-2026 13:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  It might not be the most scintillating football, but Rangers will be effective under "perfect fit" Derek McInnes this season.That's the verdict of coach and analyst - and Rangers supporter - John Walker as McInnes prepares for his first campaign as Ibrox boss.Rangers began last season with a short and calamitous tenure of Russell Martin and ended it with a third-place finish following a post-split collapse under Danny Rohl.Since then Rohl has departed and ex-Hearts boss, and former Rangers midfi
  
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• Fifa offers $40m if nations back controversial plan

  29-07-2026 13:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FA chairwoman Debbie Hewitt (right) and chief executive Mark Bullingham (second right) with Fifa president Gianni Infantino (centre) at the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina earlier this month [Getty Images]Fifa president Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations saying they will receive $40m (£30m) if they back his controversial plan to sell off stakes in its major competitions.Infantino has set a deadline of 19 September for football federations to acce
  
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• Joan Garcia outlines his biggest objective after World Cup triumph: ‘The Champions League’

  29-07-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joan Garcia outlines his biggest objective after World Cup triumph: ‘The Champions League’Barcelona signed Joan Garcia from Espanyol at the beginning of last season, and the Spaniard ended up being one of the club’s most important signings in recent history.His excellent performances for the club saw him win his first international cap with Spain and also make it into Luis de la Fuente’s squad.He has now set his sights on winning the Champions League after lifting the FIF
  
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• Durham sign experienced forward Fergusson

  29-07-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Durham sign experienced forward FergussonDurham have completed the signing of forward Olivia Fergusson.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Wildcats this morning.The 31-year-old joins Durham off the back of a spell with Spanish Liga F Moeve club RCD Espanyol. Fergusson made three appearances for Españolistas in league competition in 2025/2026.Fergusson is well-travelled in her career to date. In England, the player has featured for Aston Vill
  
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• Danny Welbeck set to complete surprise transfer to Chelsea from Brighton

  29-07-2026 13:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Veteran striker Danny Welbeck is poised to make a surprise move to Chelsea, with the 35-year-old understood to have agreed terms with the London club and scheduled a medical at Stamford Bridge.The former Arsenal and Manchester United forward, who enjoyed a career-best season last term with 13 Premier League goals in 37 appearances for Brighton, is expected to sign a two-year deal. Following his medical, Welbeck will fly to Hong Kong to link up with his new teammates on the second leg of their pr
  
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• LIVE: Mancini is the new coach, Italy have wasted time

  29-07-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LIVE: Mancini is the new coach, Italy have wasted timeThe Football Italia LIVE Show returns today with a special episode focusing on two major appointments shaping the future of Italian football.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channelThe show will discuss Roberto Mancini’s return as Italy’s head coach and Claudio Ranieri’s appointment as technical director, analysing what their leadership could mean for the Azzurri.Football Italia live show: Manc
  
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• McGregor wants Celtic to win league 'in more style'

  29-07-2026 13:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic captain Callum McGregor insists he sees his future at the club and wants to win the league "in a bit more style" this term.Under Martin O'Neill, Celtic chased down Hearts to win the Scottish Premiership on the final day last season before beating Dunfermline Athletic at Hampden to claim the Scottish Cup.In the aftermath of that success, McGregor - who has been linked with a reunion with former boss Brendan Rodgers in Saudi Arabia - said he wanted to end his career with Celtic provided the
  
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• Fitzwater's pride at becoming Exeter City captain

  29-07-2026 13:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Fitzwater made 34 appearances for Exeter City last season [Shutterstock]Jack Fitzwater says it was a "really proud moment" to be named Exeter City captain.The defender, 28, is about to start his fourth season at the Grecians and takes over from long-serving Pierce Sweeney, who left the club earlier this summer.He will lead a much-changed team, with a lot of players having left the club following relegation to League Two amid financial constraints."Being captain of a football club is massive
  
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• Official: Milan sign Diawara from Troyes, confirm squad number

  29-07-2026 13:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Milan sign Diawara from Troyes, confirm squad numberMilan have confirmed the signing of Sankhoun Diawara from ESTAC Troyes. The French defender has signed a contract until June 2031.Milan have confirmed the signing of 20-year-old defender Diawara.The versatile defender has signed a contract until June 2031 and will wear the No. 13 shirt in 2026-27, Milan confirmed in a statement.Milan sign Diawara: official statementSankhoun Diawara via AC Milan on X.“AC Milan today announced the
  
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• Pompey defender Williams joins Blackpool on loan

  29-07-2026 13:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jordan Williams spent two seasons with Portsmouth in the Championship [Getty Images]Blackpool have signed Portsmouth defender Jordan Williams on loan for the 2026-27 season.The 26-year-old can play in any of the back-four positions, but is principally a right-back.Williams began his career at hometown club Huddersfield Town, where he won England youth honours, before moving to Barnsley after making one cup appearance for the Terriers.In the first of his six seasons with the Tykes, Williams helpe
  
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• Roma advance rapidly in talks for Ezzalzouli

  29-07-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma advance rapidly in talks for EzzalzouliRoma is looking for a right-footed left-back to complete Gian Piero Gasperini’s attack. In addition to Nusa, the Giallorossi are also keen on Ebde Ezzalzouli. The 2001-born player, currently owned by Real Betis Sevilla, finished the season with impressive performances: 15 goals and 13 assists in 3,171 minutes. In short, he’s an added asset for the Spanish club, exactly what Roma is looking for.As Matteo Moretto reports on Fabrizio Romano&rs
  
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