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• Inter hope to replicate Akanji transfer formula with Tottenham’s Romero

  25-07-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter hope to replicate Akanji transfer formula with Tottenham’s RomeroInter hope Tottenham will lower their €50m asking price for Cristian Romero, but could even match Spurs’ demands as long as they accept a loan deal with an obligation to buy, Gazzetta reports.Inter are pushing to sign Tottenham and Argentina defender Romero and met the defender’s agent in Milan on Friday.According to the latest report from Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter are still preparing an opening bid f
  
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• Real Madrid planning two further reinforcements after Yan Diomande deal

  26-07-2026 08:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid planning two further reinforcements after Yan Diomande dealThe manner in which Real Madrid are incessantly pushing for an agreement with RB Leipzig, Yan Diomande appears set to be Los Blancos‘ next recruit of the summer.After going trophy-less for two seasons, it has already been a massive summer for the men in white in an attempt to regain their lost competitiveness.Having already made four signings including Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate and
  
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• Barcelona offered the chance to sign Spain World Cup winner but club not interested – here’s why

  26-07-2026 08:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona offered the chance to sign Spain World Cup winner but club not interested – here’s whyA key reason for Spain’s success in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was their defensive solidity, with the team conceding just one goal in the entire tournament.Most of the credit should go to the central defensive pairing of Pau Cubarsi and Aymeric Laporte. The two complemented each other very well through the tournament and stood as an unbreakable wall.Cubarsi has received a lot of praise
  
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• 🤯 Five days after the final: World Cup lout back on the pitch!

  26-07-2026 08:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤯 Five days after the final: World Cup lout back on the pitch!His behavior after Argentina’s defeat in the World Cup final was widely — and rightly — criticized: Leandro Paredes certainly did not come across as a good loser and, naturally, faced plenty of backlash for it. Even so, he has now made headlines again in a way that caused quite a stir. Just five days after the World Cup final against Spain, he was already back on the pitch for his team — Boca
  
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• World Cup as a career killer: has this Germany star gambled badly?

  26-07-2026 08:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup as a career killer: has this Germany star gambled badly?"As things stand, he’ll have a good chance of playing," Julian Nagelsmann told 'kicker' before the World Cup. Bayern benchwarmer Leon Goretzka was supposed to be a nailed-on starter in midfield for Germany, much like in qualifying, and wanted to use that to recommend himself to a new top club. Neither happened, however, and Goretzka is now facing a problem. Because of his role as a reserve player and his high salary, hi
  
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• Roma renew interest in Alajbegovic

  26-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma renew interest in AlajbegovicRoma have renewed their interest in Kerim Alajbegovic.The Bosnian is the player being secretly negotiated by Roma’s management to fill the left wing spot. Nusa and El Mala appear to be outside the Roma budget. So the 18-year-old is back on track after a spring courtship. The meetings, handshakes, and discussions that—like the player’s technical evaluations—didn’t materialize back then can now flourish. Perhaps even at the cost of pa
  
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• RB Leipzig ready to reduce asking price if Real Madrid loan star winger back for one season

  26-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  RB Leipzig ready to reduce asking price if Real Madrid loan star winger back for one seasonReal Madrid and RB Leipzig have been in active discussions over the Yan Diomande deal in recent hours with both clubs working towards reaching an agreement that suits all parties involved.PSG have attempted to hijack the deal with a late entry, but the player appears to have fixed his mind on joining Real Madrid now and there does not appear to be any possibility of that changing.The transfer fee, needless
  
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• Gomez injury overshadows winning start for Iraola

  26-07-2026 08:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Both Dominik Szoboszlai and Federico Chiesa scored for Liverpool in Nashville [Getty Images]Liverpool started life under Andoni Iraola with a 4-2 win over Sunderland thanks to goals from Kieran Morrison, Dominik Szoboszlai, Federico Chiesa and Lewis Koumas. But the Iraola era had initially got off to the worst possible start when Joe Gomez, who started the game as centre-back and captain, went down injured and was taken off in the eighth minute."Probably the worst news has been straight away the
  
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• Wilson makes Leeds debut in 3-2 defeat by Wrexham

  26-07-2026 08:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Wilson signed a four-year deal with Leeds after leaving Fulham [Getty Images]Wales attacking midfielder Harry Wilson made his first outing for Leeds United as they were beaten 3-2 by Wrexham in the club's opening pre-season game.Wilson, who joined the Elland Road side on a free transfer in the summer after his contract at Fulham ran out, came on for the second half of the game at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.Leeds found themselves behind almost immediately when Kieffer Moore
  
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• Patience a virtue, says Man Utd's Ayden Heaven

  26-07-2026 08:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ayden Heaven in action during Manchester United's 5-0 pre-season win over Rosenborg in Trondheim [Getty Images]Patience will be a virtue for Manchester United's young defender Ayden Heaven this season.The 19-year-old made a big impact at Old Trafford in 2025-26, making 18 first-team appearances, including 11 Premier League starts.Heaven showed the promise that United felt was worth signing him from Arsenal, where he had already made his senior bow.However, after a run of starts under Ruben Amori
  
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• Barcelona superstar’s loan move to Dutch club halted – here’s why

  26-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar’s loan move to Dutch club halted – here’s whyMarc-Andre ter Stegen’s supposed loan move to Ajax was the biggest story at Barcelona this week.The goalkeeper was expected to travel to Amsterdam on Monday to complete his medical and afterwards, Ajax were expected to officiate the deal.But in a shocking development, it appears ter Stegen’s proposed loan move to Ajax has come to a halt. Ter Stegen’s move to Ajax haltedTer Stegen’s loan mov
  
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• 🗞️ The back pages: Vinicius leaves, Diomande arrives, Pirlo stalls

  26-07-2026 08:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🗞️ The back pages: Vinicius leaves, Diomande arrives, Pirlo stallsWhat a Sunday of transfer-market headlines. And with some of this blessed sport’s biggest names on the front pages too.Half of Europe is talking about Vinicius possibly joining Arsenal. The Telegraph explains that Mourinho would dig in to stop it, but Florentino, according to Sport, would settle for 160 million to get the deal done..Meanwhile, Madrid are doing what they always do when they sell: buy more talen
  
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• Nottingham Forest table £17.5m bid for Man City and Bayern target Givairo Read

  26-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest table £17.5m bid for Man City and Bayern target Givairo ReadNottingham Forest have lodged a £17.5 million bid for Feyenoord full-back Givairo Read, according to the Daily Mail.The Tricky Trees are looking to sign a new right-back and have turned to the highly rated 20-year-old, who has caught the eye with his performances in the Eredivisie.Read is an outstanding athlete whose marauding runs down the right flank have become a weapon for his side (he completed 21.8 sp
  
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• Juventus turn to PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier as Parisians line up Zion Suzuki as a replacement

  26-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus turn to PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier as Parisians line up Zion Suzuki as a replacementJuventus have added Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to their shortlist as they step up their search for a new No.1, according to Foot Mercato.The Serie A giants are exploring alternative options after finding it difficult to complete moves for Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez and Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.Chevalier has now emerged as a serious candidate for th
  
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• Friedkin give green light Nusa deal to go through

  26-07-2026 08:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Friedkin give green light Nusa deal to go throughRoma is ready to make a double move: Castro and Nusa. The Giallorossi are one step away from finalizing the deal with Bologna for the Argentine center forward, while they continue to work with Leipzig to reach an agreement and bring the 2005-born player to Trigoria. Right now, the Roman club is seeking the Norwegian winger’s agreement, based on a €4 million fee, double his current salary.Roma, after receiving Nusa’s approval, will
  
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• Romano: Roma-Bologna talks for Castro at final stages, deal to be completed in next hours

  26-07-2026 08:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Romano: Roma-Bologna talks for Castro at final stages, deal to be completed in next hoursRoma is rapidly closing in on Santiago Castro. A basic agreement worth €30 million plus bonuses has been reached, and the details of the deal are being worked on. According to Fabrizio Romano in his latest video, Roma is rapidly closing in on Santiago Castro, Bologna’s 2004-born striker. The Argentine has already said yes to the Giallorossi, who are offering a contract worth around €2 million
  
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• PSG pushing to sign top Real Madrid target ‘at any cost’, preparing huge offer

  26-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG pushing to sign top Real Madrid target ‘at any cost’, preparing huge offerReal Madrid are well and truly the biggest institution in the game, to the point that they have seemingly stolen away the reigning UEFA Champions League winners’ top transfer target for the summer.PSG were in pole position to sign RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande and even had personal terms agreed with the player. Los Blancos‘ entry into the picture, however, has undone all of their progress
  
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• Barcelona ready to renew the contract of Spanish World Cup star at all costs – report

  26-07-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona ready to renew the contract of Spanish World Cup star at all costs – reportFerran Torres is currently enjoying an extended vacation after helping Spain win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is not expected to return to Ciutat Esportiva until August 10.But his future has remained the biggest talking point at Barcelona right now, as clubs look to take advantage of the fact that his contract expires at the end of next season.PSG have been primarily linked with a move for the Spanish inter
  
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• New Liverpool signing shares his first impressions after £60m move

  26-07-2026 07:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Liverpool signing shares his first impressions after £60m moveJeremy Jacquet Settles at Liverpool as Jeremie Frimpong Makes Immediate ImpactJeremy Jacquet has only just arrived, but the early signs are clear. The new Liverpool defender is settling in quickly, learning the group, and doing what any sensible 21-year-old should do in a new dressing room, talk, listen and adapt.The France youth international completed his move from Rennes at the start of July after the deal had been agreed
  
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• Jose Mourinho refuses to allow Arsenal move for La Liga star

  26-07-2026 07:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho refuses to allow Arsenal move for La Liga starArsenal Transfer News: Mourinho Blocks Clear Route to Vinicius JuniorArsenal’s interest in Vinicius Junior has obvious appeal, but the situation at Real Madrid already looks awkward for anyone hoping this turns into a straightforward summer deal. According to The Telegraph, José Mourinho has returned to Madrid with a simple message for the club hierarchy, he wants his major players kept in place.That matters because Arsenal
  
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• 🏆 Liga MX awards the Ballon d'Or: here are the winners

  26-07-2026 07:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Liga MX awards the Ballon d'Or: here are the winnersThis Saturday, Liga MX held the Ballon d'Or ceremony, which honors the best player in each position, as well as the best club and best head coach. The award winners are:Best rookie: Brian GutiérrezBest defensive midfielder: Marcel RuizBest full-back: Bryan GonzálezBest center-back: Erik LiraBest goalkeeper: Nahuel GuzmánBest defensive midfielder: Nico CastroBest head coach: Antonio MohamedBest forward: Jo&ati
  
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• 🏆 Liga MX hands out the Golden Ball: here are the winners

  26-07-2026 07:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Liga MX hands out the Golden Ball: here are the winnersThis Saturday, Liga MX held the Ballon d'Or ceremony, which honors the best player in each position, as well as the best club and best head coach. The winners are:Best rookie: Brian GutiérrezBest defensive midfielder: Marcel RuizBest full-back: Bryan GonzálezBest center-back: Erik LiraBest goalkeeper: Nahuel GuzmánBest defensive midfielder: Nico CastroBest head coach: Antonio MohamedBest forward: Joã
  
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• 🚨Breaking: América confirm Brian Rodríguez injury

  26-07-2026 06:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨Breaking: América confirm Brian Rodríguez injuryThrough its social media channels, América confirmed that Brian Rodríguez will be sidelined due to injury. "Club América reports that Brian Rodríguez suffered a left knee sprain during training," the club said, without specifying a return timetable. The Uruguayan player missed Friday’s match against Atlante, in which Las Águilas shared the points. This article was transl
  
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• 🎙️ Update: Berterame is fine, he is conscious

  26-07-2026 05:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎙️ Update: Berterame is fine, he is consciousAfter minutes of anguish, Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos gave the press an update on Germán Berterame’s health. 
  "Berterame is conscious and doing well. The blow was very hard, but he is recovering," the coach said.So far, the club has not issued any medical report on the incident, in which the player suffered a heavy clash of heads and fell unconscious during the match between Inter Miami and Montreal. Th
  
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• MLS scare! Berterame leaves in an ambulance

  26-07-2026 04:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  MLS scare! Berterame leaves in an ambulanceThere were moments of anguish in Major League Soccer tonight during the match between Inter Miami and Montreal, as Germán Berterame raised alarm bells. 
  The former Monterrey player suffered a terrible accident on the field after a head-to-head collision and fell unconscious. The ambulance came onto the field and Berterame was rushed to the hospital as an emergency. Luis Suárez, who scored the winning goal for the team, wore
  
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• 📊 Eyes on the table! What changed as BR-26's second half began

  26-07-2026 03:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📊 Eyes on the table! What changed as BR-26's second half beganThere is still one match pending from the fourth round, but the second half of the 2026 Brasileirão has already begun.And it came with the long-awaited semi-automated offside. Three matches took place this Saturday (25) in the 20th round.Check below what happened, how the table looks, and what is still to come. Santos saw Chapecoense come from behind. It would have been the Santa Catarina side’s second w
  
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• 🎥 Vasco avoid defeat at São Januário, but stay in the drop zone

  26-07-2026 03:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 Vasco avoid defeat at São Januário, but stay in the drop zoneVasco still can’t get out of the Brasileirão 2026 relegation zone.The positive note on Saturday night (25) was avoiding defeat at São Januário by securing a 1-1 draw with Mirassol.A result that kept both teams in the bottom four.Pedro Emanuel now has two draws and one defeat in charge of Cruz-Maltino.
  Full-back or top scorer?There was a balance in control of the game during the first h
  
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• At the death! Roberto Alvarado rescues Chivas v Juárez

  26-07-2026 03:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  At the death! Roberto Alvarado rescues Chivas v JuárezChivas and Juárez faced off this afternoon at Akron Stadium in Matchday 2 of the 2026 Apertura, a clash that ended in a win for the rojiblancos thanks to Roberto Alvarado. 
  The match lacked much action, aside from a controversial moment involving a challenge by "Tala" Rangel, who arrived late in his attempt to stop the play and brought down Óscar Estupiñán. And it wasn’t called!In the second half,
  
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• Former Leicester City striker Patson Daka shines in Hamburg debut

  26-07-2026 03:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Leicester City striker Patson Daka shines in Hamburg debutPatson Daka required only 28 minutes of action to make a major impression on his Hamburg debut. The 27-year-old directly contributed to all three goals as Hamburg concluded their Austrian training camp with a 3-1 friendly victory over 1. FC Heidenheim.Daka replaced Yussuf Poulsen in the 34th minute and immediately won the penalty from which Albert Grønbæk opened the scoring. Shortly after half-time, the Zambian interna
  
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• Victor Boniface strengthens comeback case in Bayer Leverkusen’s second pre-season friendly

  26-07-2026 02:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Victor Boniface strengthens comeback case in Bayer Leverkusen’s second pre-season friendlyVictor Boniface’s unexpected Bayer Leverkusen renaissance continued on Saturday as the Nigerian striker impressed during a 3-1 pre-season friendly victory over Kickers Offenbach. Boniface entered at half-time and immediately added greater dynamism to Leverkusen’s attack. The 25-year-old appeared agile, operated effectively in tight spaces and repeatedly attempted to bring his teammates int
  
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