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• Inside Newcastle 2.0 - how the project is changing

  08-08-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  An era was ending at Newcastle United, but few would have suspected it at the time.As the team flew home last month, following a 4-1 defeat by Bristol City, Eddie Howe spent the journey watching a chunk of the game back.Even then, in the final hours of his reign, the head coach who ended Newcastle's long wait for silverware was trying to find answers, to look at what had gone wrong in a seemingly meaningless pre-season friendly at Ashton Gate.It emerged in public the following morning that a dra
  
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• It's football, not PlayStation - Uefa refs' chief on VAR

  11-08-2026 00:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Premier League had the lowest rate of VAR interventions in Europe last season [Getty Images]Uefa referees' chief Roberto Rosetti says some video assistant referee reviews "were not connected with football" after meeting with leaders from the top European leagues last month. Rosetti was speaking as he launched Clear Line, a first-of-its-kind portal for fans which tries to lay out when a VAR should, and should not, intervene. The lead referee officers from England, Spain, Germany, France and I
  
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• 🧨 Gimenez close to leaving Milan: advanced talks with Porto

  11-08-2026 00:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🧨 Gimenez close to leaving Milan: advanced talks with PortoSantiago Giménez could leave Milan and, surprisingly, Serie A as well.The Mexican striker’s future could in fact be in Portugal: according to Matteo Moretto, Porto have opened talks with the Rossoneri on the basis of a loan with an option to buy, while discussions with the player’s entourage are continuing to finalize every detail of the deal. Details which, according to Daniele Longo, were ironed out yesterday
  
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• Micky van de Ven ‘excited’ for Tottenham’s future after signing new long-term deal

  10-08-2026 23:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven has expressed enthusiasm over the club’s current trajectory following his decision to sign a new contract.Reportedly securing a five-year extension, he was delighted to pledge his long-term future to the side, where head coach Roberto De Zerbi views him as a pivotal figure to build his team around.“It’s a special moment to sign a new deal and a proud moment for me and my family,” Van de Ven said.“I’ve always loved Spurs, fro
  
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• Real Madrid reveal squad numbers for 2026-27 season

  10-08-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid reveal squad numbers for 2026-27 seasonAlthough further new signings this summer still cannot be ruled out, Real Madrid seem to have assembled their squad for the upcoming season. The Merengues have made six new signings this summer and, after being rejected by Rodri, are not expected to sign any other player.One indication of this phenomenon emerged today, as MARCA reports that Los Blancos have published the squad for the next season, and, expectedly, there have been several changes
  
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• Manchester United Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Talented Left-Back: Good Fit For Carrick?

  10-08-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United Are Facing Stiff Competition For This Talented Left-Back: Good Fit For Carrick?In a recent report, The Sun revealed that Manchester United are facing stiff competition for Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys this summer. It has been claimed that the Red Devils would have to compete with Arsenal, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Benfica and Porto in the race to sign the Belgian defender this off-season.Seys’ Impressive Form In Belgian FootballSeys enjoyed a good run of form a
  
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• Hull City ended negotiations to sign Nice’s Mohamed-Ali Cho

  10-08-2026 23:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City ended negotiations to sign Nice’s Mohamed-Ali ChoNewly promoted Premier League side Hull City have reportedly decided to call off their negotiations with OGC Nice over the signing of Mohamed-Ali Cho (22), according to reports in Nice-Matin.This decision follows the failure to reach an agreement between the two clubs, despite a deal worth around €20m having recently been mooted. For Nice, this setback is a real blow, not only to the club’s finances – which the boa
  
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• RB Leipzig keen to sign Strasbourg duo Samir El Mourabet and Diego Moreira

  10-08-2026 23:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig keen to sign Strasbourg duo Samir El Mourabet and Diego MoreiraRB Leipzig are reportedly interested in RC Strasbourg Alsace duo Samir El Mourabet (20) and Diego Moreira (22), according to information from Foot Mercato.Talks between the two clubs are said to have already begun to explore the feasibility of such a move. Under contract with Racing until 2030 and 2029 respectively, the two Strasbourg talents are understood to be very keen on the idea of joining the German club, which fini
  
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• Arsenal Are In The Running To Recruit This Leicester City Youngster: One For The Future?

  10-08-2026 23:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal Are In The Running To Recruit This Leicester City Youngster: One For The Future?In a recent post on X, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed that Arsenal are in the running to recruit Leicester City youngster Louis Page. It is believed that the Gunners would have to compete with Manchester United in the race to land the English midfielder this month.Page’s Impressive Rise In English FootballPage has come through the youth ranks of Leicester City and has done well to establish hims
  
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• Van de Ven signs new long-term deal with Spurs

  10-08-2026 22:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Micky van de Ven joined Tottenham from Wolfsburg in 2023[Getty Images]Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven says it is "clear the direction the club wants to go in" after signing a new long-term deal with Spurs.The Netherlands international joined from Wolfsburg in 2023 originally on a six-year agreement until 2029.BBC Sport understands Van de Ven was considering his future in north London before the appointment of Roberto de Zerbi in March, which proved crucial in the 25-year-old's decision to ex
  
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• Has the form of a Brazilian winger closed the door on a Manchester City move for a Chelsea winger?

  10-08-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Has the form of a Brazilian winger closed the door on a Manchester City move for a Chelsea winger?One of the bright spots from Manchester City’s tour of Asia was the impressive form of Savinho. The Brazilian international looked like a player ideally suited to playing on the wing in an Enzo Maresca side. Savinho’s ability in one-on-one situations was a weapon for Manchester City in the three friendlies they played in Asia. It was expected that Savinho would likely leave City this sum
  
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• Chelsea Are Set To Rival Real Madrid For This Arsenal Midfielder: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?

  10-08-2026 22:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea Are Set To Rival Real Madrid For This Arsenal Midfielder: What Will He Add To Alonso’s Side?In a recent report, Mundo Deportivo mentioned that Chelsea are set to rival Real Madrid for Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi. It has been claimed that the Blues are big admirers of the Spain international and could move in for him in this transfer window.Zubimendi’s Impressive Form In North LondonZubimendi had a solid campaign at Arsenal recently as he was responsible for putting in
  
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• Roma finalizing agreement for Mora: deal imminent now

  10-08-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma finalizing agreement for Mora: deal imminent nowRoma are in the final stages of securing a deal for Porto youngster Rodrigo Mora.Contacts continue between Roma and Porto for Rodrigo Mora. The Portuguese is the Giallorossi’s primary target, as they seek to provide Gasperini with a long-awaited attacking addition.As confirmed by Gianluca Di Marzio, Roma are in the final stages of closing the deal with Porto for Mora. The Giallorossi are fully confident the deal will be completed in the
  
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• Rodrigo Mora’s transfer to Roma at final stages

  10-08-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodrigo Mora’s transfer to Roma at final stagesRoma find themselves close to the finish line within their pursuit of the Portuguese winger as the Giallorossi are at the final stages of negotiations with Porto for the purchase of Rodrigo Mora.Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the despite bureaucratic delays, the Capital Club is confident that the signing of the 19 year-old will be completed imminently.Roma have reached an agreement with the Portuguese outfits on €25m transfer fee that wo
  
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• Former Cardiff striker leaves Gent to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Fateh

  10-08-2026 22:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Cardiff striker leaves Gent to join Saudi Arabian side Al-FatehFormer Cardiff City striker Wilfried Kanga is set for a move to Saudi Arabia. As reported by HLN, the former Cardiff forward, who struggled in Wales, is leaving Gent in the Belgian Pro League to join Al-Fateh for around €4.5m. Kanga only joined Gent from Dinamo Zagreb last summer but has now got the chance to earn significantly more money in Saudi Arabia with Al-Fateh. The 28-year-old Ivorian striker first played in Belgi
  
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• Green light given: Fabrizio Romano confirms Bradley Barcola breakthrough

  10-08-2026 22:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Green light given: Fabrizio Romano confirms Bradley Barcola breakthroughFabrizio Romano confirms that Liverpool took a massive step forward in their Bradley Barcola pursuit.Liverpool appear to have had some sort of breakthrough in their deal for Bradley Barcola. And that will be a massive blow to Arsenal.The Gunners, fresh from failing in their Vinicius Jr pursuit, have reportedly been waiting in the wings for Barcola. They're hoping for some sort of collapse in Liverpool's talks - or a signific
  
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• Who could Arsenal sign after missing out on Vinicius Jr?

  10-08-2026 22:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One big signing missed and one through the doors - it's been a mixed transfer window for Arsenal.The Gunners were unsuccessful in what turned out to be a very public pursuit of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr but did manage to bring in fellow Brazilian and Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes for £75m.The signing of Guimaraes is another of the "win now" signings like Martin Zubimendi and Viktor Gyokeres last summer as he immediately raises the level and competition of the Arsenal squad.Manager
  
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• Man City close in on Bouaddi - Tuesday's gossip

  10-08-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City on the verge of signing Ayyoub Bouaddi, Serie A interest in Arsenal duo Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli, Real Madrid want Martin Zubimendi and Harry Kane target for Barcelona and Tottenham. Manchester City are closing in on signing Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, from Lille, who value the Morocco midfielder at 100m euros (£85m). (Guardian)Real Madrid are interested in signing World Cup-winning Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 25, from Premier League champions Arsenal. (Football.
  
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• 'No side deals' were done for NIFL EGM to take place

  10-08-2026 22:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northern Ireland Football League [NIFL] CEO Gerard Lawlor insists "there were no deals done with anybody" to ensure last week's extraordinary general meeting [EGM] took place to prevent a delay to the start of the new season.With local football's pyramid undergoing some changes for the new campaign, the Premier Intermediate League [PIL]- formerly NIFL's third tier - is replaced by a new Conference League which is organised by the Northern Amateur Football Division [NAFL].Banbridge Town - one of
  
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• Sunderland Forward Is Gathering Interest From Ipswich Town: Should Le Bris Cash In On Him?

  10-08-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Forward Is Gathering Interest From Ipswich Town: Should Le Bris Cash In On Him?In a recent report on Patreon, journalist Alan Nixon revealed that Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor is gathering interest from Ipswich Town. It is understood that the Tractor Boys have joined Hull City and West Ham United in the race to sign the Haitian talent from the Black Cats this month.Isidor’s Inconsistent Campaign In The Premier LeagueIsidor struggled to find consistency with his performances f
  
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• One option is off the table as Manchester City move to bolster their midfield

  10-08-2026 22:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One option is off the table as Manchester City move to bolster their midfieldManchester City have seemingly been close to signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for weeks now. However, throughout City’s bid to sign the 18-year-old Moroccan midfielder, Lille’s wish to have Bouaddi loaned back to them for this season has been a talking point throughout City’s bid to sign Bouaddi. Lille president Olivier Létang hasn’t been shy in publicly stating that Bouaddi would remain
  
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• Kyziridis exits Hearts for Turkish club Corum

  10-08-2026 22:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greece winger Alexandros Kyziridis has left Heart of Midlothian to join Turkish club Corum for a fee understood to be around £1.7m.The 25-year-old, capped for the first time this year, moved to Tynecastle under freedom of contract. last summer from Slovakian side Zemplin Michalovce.Kyziridis scored six goals and provided 11 assists in 45 appearances for Hearts.Corum, who have been promoted to the Super Lig for the first time, say Kyziridis has signed a three-year deal, with the option of a
  
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• Liverpool Are Ready To Move In For This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Should Iraola Get Him On Board?

  10-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are Ready To Move In For This Paris Saint-Germain Winger: Should Iraola Get Him On Board?In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Liverpool are ready to move in for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. It has been mentioned that the Reds are ready to launch a €128m offer to secure the services of the France international this month.Barcola’s Good Form In Ligue 1Barcola had an impressive campaign at the Ligue 1 club as he managed to produce a string of eye-catching pe
  
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• FC Twente close to signing Norwegian wing prospect who has been “spotted in Enschede”

  10-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FC Twente close to signing Norwegian wing prospect who has been “spotted in Enschede”FC Twente are nearing the capture of Filip Thorvaldsen’s signature. The 20-year-old Valerenga prospect has been spotted in Enschede.According to De Telegraaf, the Tukkers will pay approximately five million euros for the youngster, who was absent from last weekend’s squad for the clash against FK Bodo/Glimt.Even at the time, club management indicated that this was due to an impending tran
  
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• Benjamin Pavard nearing possible stay at Inter as player attitude praised

  10-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Benjamin Pavard nearing possible stay at Inter as player attitude praisedSerie A side Inter had come close to signing Tottenham’s Cristian Romero but a deal for the Argentine hinged on the possible exit of Benjamin Pavard. While the Frenchman couldn’t find a way out, it now seems like he could be set to stay.Pasquale Guarro has reported that the defender and Inter are destined to continue together next season.Pavard has approached pre-season training with a very promising attitude an
  
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• Aston Villa enquire for Juventus forward David in move that could unlock Zirkzee pursuit

  10-08-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa enquire for Juventus forward David in move that could unlock Zirkzee pursuitAston Villa have made an enquiry for Jonathan David, in a move that could prove pivotal to Juventus’ own attacking plans.According to Tuttomercatoweb, Unai Emery’s side have sounded out the availability of the Canadian striker, exploring the feasibility of a deal, potentially a loan, without opening formal negotiations.For Juventus, the interest is welcome: Giovanni Carnevali and Frederic Massara
  
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• 😱A key revelation: could Mourinho have replaced Ferguson?

  10-08-2026 21:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱A key revelation: could Mourinho have replaced Ferguson?In the new Netflix documentary about his life, current Real Madrid manager José Mourinho revealed that in 2013 he signed a contract to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, a deal he ultimately broke to return to Chelsea.
  A dramatic call to Sir Alex FergusonDespite feeling honored by the Red Devils' offer, the Portuguese prioritized his emotional bond with the London club. Ferguson himself admitted in the documenta
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Told To Pay In Excess Of £70m For This Liverpool Winger: What Should De Zerbi Do?

  10-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Told To Pay In Excess Of £70m For This Liverpool Winger: What Should De Zerbi Do?Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke told Tottenham Hotspur to pay in excess of £70m for Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo. O’Rourke said,“Well, there’s definitely substance to Spurs’ interest in Gakpo, but as things stand right now, Liverpool do not plan on selling Cody Gakpo.“Liverpool have got Gakpo under a long-term co
  
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• Report: Crystal Palace win the race to sign talented defender

  10-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Crystal Palace win the race to sign talented defenderCrystal Palace Move Fast for Anan Khalaili in £21.5m Transfer CoupCrystal Palace appear to have moved decisively in the market again, with TeamTalk reporting that the Eagles have won the race for Anan Khalaili in a deal worth £21.5m. It is being framed as a significant piece of business, and on the face of it that feels fair.The 21-year-old, described as a “highly-rated attacking right-back”, has attracted stron
  
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• Journalist rules out Liverpool move for Real Madrid star

  10-08-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist rules out Liverpool move for Real Madrid starLiverpool Interest in Endrick Questioned as Real Madrid Loan Stance Raises DoubtsLiverpool have been linked with Real Madrid forward Endrick, but David Lynch has expressed significant doubts over whether a deal would make sense if the Spanish club are only prepared to sanction a straight loan.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Lynch discussed Endrick while assessing Liverpool’s search for attacking
  
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