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• Italy could make financial 'exceptions' for Guardiola

  22-07-2026 12:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pep Guardiola has managed Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Barcelona [Getty Images]Pep Guardiola has held talks about becoming Italy head coach, Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago has confirmed.Guardiola left Manchester City this summer after 10 successful years in England, during which time he won six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, five League Cups and the Champions League.Italy have been without a head coach since Gennaro Gattuso resigned in April following the coun
  
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• Garnacho to Aston Villa, Akliouche to Liverpool: Latest Premier League transfer news

  22-07-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Is Unai Emery the one to unlock the immense talents of immature Chelsea forward Alejandro Garnaco?Aston Villa have been heavily linked with a move for the Argentine, who may have worn out his welcome at Chelsea after doing the same at Manchester United.MORE — Will Messi win the Ballon d’Or?Garnacho, who turned 22 this summer, was not a part of Argentina's World Cup squad and may well be on the move to a third Premier League home.The move is one of the highest-profile rumors and
  
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• South American striker keeping a close eye on Barcelona transfer activity amid uncertain future

  22-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  South American striker keeping a close eye on Barcelona transfer activity amid uncertain futureAccording to Mundo Deportivo, Darwin Nunez has rejoined Al-Hilal for pre-season, but the Uruguayan striker continues to monitor FC Barcelona’s activity in the transfer market as uncertainty remains over his long-term future.The 26-year-old returned to the Saudi club after the World Cup and a short holiday, despite previous reports suggesting his contract could be terminated by mutual agreement. W
  
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• Forget Alex Scott, £76m mega talent is Liverpool's next superstar

  22-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Forget Alex Scott, £76m mega talent is Liverpool's next superstarLiverpool are currently linked with a move for Alex Scott. Forget that one - there's a bigger talent to sign.There's a lot of talk around Alex Scott right now. There was anyway, but reports that he's rejected a new contract with Bournemouth has sent speculation into overdrive - and that's understandable.Liverpool have naturally been linked. The future of Curtis Jones is up in the air, while we're not entirely sure what's goin
  
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• Crystal Palace Lead The Race For £25m Leeds United Target: What Will Be The Ideal Decision For Farke’s Side?

  22-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crystal Palace Lead The Race For £25m Leeds United Target: What Will Be The Ideal Decision For Farke’s Side?Leeds United have suffered a setback in their hunt for Southampton engine-room presence Shea Charles. Crystal Palace have barged into the picture, turning what looked like a straightforward chase into a proper headache for the Elland Road hierarchy.Crystal Palace jump ahead of Leeds United in race to sign Southampton midfielder Shea CharlesReports originating from Transfer Feed
  
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• Villa agree loan deal for Chelsea winger Garnacho

  22-07-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alejandro Garnacho scored eight goals and registered four assists in 43 games for Chelsea last season [Getty Images]Aston Villa have agreed a loan deal for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho until the end of the 2026-27 season, with an obligation to buy.The 22-year-old has already completed a medical in Birmingham and has pre-agreed a four-year contract at Villa Park if the loan deal becomes permanent.The terms of the obligation to buy clause has not been disclosed by either club, but it is expec
  
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• Real Madrid enter crucial month as Mourinho races to prepare for new season

  22-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid enter crucial month as Mourinho races to prepare for new seasonThis summer, Real Madrid have embarked on another new project, which will be overseen by the experienced coach Jose Mourinho, and which will be aimed at bringing the Merengue team back to winning ways, after having gone the last two seasons without any major title.The Portuguese coach has been training his new team for more than a week now, but in the coming days, he will see his work getting increasingly hectic.As Diario
  
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• Liverpool issue over 400 lifetime bans in conjuction with Merseyside Police

  22-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool issue over 400 lifetime bans in conjuction with Merseyside PoliceLiverpool Ticket Touting Crackdown Sees 432 Lifetime Bans After £1.2m SeizedLiverpool have drawn a hard line on ticket touting, and about time too. The club has handed out 432 lifetime bans and 115 indefinite suspensions after a major operation targeting the illegal sale of match tickets. More than £1.2m in assets linked to organised touts was seized, underlining the scale of a racket that has been feeding off
  
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• Gila on Milan first impressions: ‘Like I’ve found home’

  22-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gila on Milan first impressions: ‘Like I’ve found home’Mario Gila has revealed his excitement after making a positive start to life at Milan, admitting he already feels comfortable inside the Rossoneri environment after his first week of work at Milanello.Speaking during an event with supporters at the Milan store on Via Dante, with quotes via MilanNews.it, the former Lazio defender shared his first impressions of the club and praised the atmosphere created by his new teammates
  
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• Premier League club not pursuing loan deal for Real Madrid wonderkid despite rumours

  22-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League club not pursuing loan deal for Real Madrid wonderkid despite rumoursAccording to journalist Matteo Moretto, Fulham have no interest in securing a temporary deal for Real Madrid’s teenage wonderkid Franco Mastantuono, completely dismissing recent media speculation linking the player to Craven Cottage. Despite intense rumours circulating regarding a potential Premier League loan move, the Premier League club do not see the 18-year-old Argentine prodigy as not an active target
  
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• Manchester City ace commits to club until 2030 with new 4-year deal

  22-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City ace commits to club until 2030 with new 4-year dealPhil Foden Signs New Man City Contract Until 2030 as Enzo Maresca Era BeginsManchester City have moved decisively to secure one of their own, with Phil Foden signing a new four-year deal that keeps him at the Etihad until 2030. For a player shaped by the club, polished in its academy and trusted on the biggest stage, it feels like a statement of intent before a new chapter under Enzo Maresca.Foden is now 26 and had been entering
  
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• Everton Have Stepped Up For €25m Forward: Why Is It A Gamble?

  22-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Have Stepped Up For €25m Forward: Why Is It A Gamble?Everton have stepped up their scouting of FC Midtjylland forward Franculino Djú. A raft of English clubs are now keeping tabs on the 21-year-old, with TEAMtalk reporting that Goodison officials are right in the thick of the race. Getting him out of Denmark, though, is going to cost a fortune.Everton target Danish Superliga’s most lethal striker Franculino Djú but the price tag is a major problemMidtjylland
  
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• Luis Figo responds to Real Madrid links with Rodri Hernandez

  22-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Figo responds to Real Madrid links with Rodri HernandezAlthough Real Madrid themselves were not directly involved in the World Cup 2026, the international competition can still impact the Merengue club significantly. They have a tradition of signing some of the brightest players in the competition, as seen in the signings of players like James Rodriguez, Sami Khedira, Mesut Ozil, and Ronaldo Nazario.This year, they are once again being linked some players who had a standout World Cup. This
  
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• Pogon Szczecin agree fee for Dorrington

  22-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Pogon Szczecin have agreed a deal for Tottenham defender Alfie Dorrington to move to Poland in permanent transfer.The 21-year-old's move remains subject to personal terms but Pogon have permission to conduct a medical. Dorrington spent last season on loan at Salford City in League Two, narrowly missing out on promotion through both the league proper and later the play-offs, having also had two spells at Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen. He has made a single appearance for Spurs s
  
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• Barcelona captain’s relationship with club deteriorates after serious World Cup injury – report

  22-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona captain’s relationship with club deteriorates after serious World Cup injury – reportAccording to Catalunya Radio, relations between FC Barcelona and Frenkie de Jong have deteriorated significantly following the midfielder’s return from the FIFA World Cup with a severe knee injury. Internal friction has mounted inside the Catalan club regarding how the physical setback occurred and how it was subsequently managed by the player and the Netherlands national team during
  
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• 🚨 Media: Relegated side cash in, World Cup star moves for €80m

  22-07-2026 20:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Media: Relegated side cash in, World Cup star moves for €80mThe next big deal of the summer is taking shape! According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Crysencio Summerville is set to leave Premier League relegated side West Ham United and move to Saudi Arabia. Earlier, The Telegraph had already reported on the imminent transfer. The Dutch international is expected to move in a total package worth around €80 million. Roma, who had tried until the very end to lure the
  
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• MLS to conduct investigation into Inter Miami signing Brazilian midfielder Casemiro amid tampering claims

  22-07-2026 20:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Major League Soccer (MLS) is looking into Inter Miami's signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. The 34-year-old is set to join the squad through the 2027 season, and there is an option to extend the deal through 2029. Inter Miami announced the signing Wednesday with an article on their website and several social media posts. Midfield, reinforced. Bem-vindo, @Casemiro! 🇧🇷https://t.co/1GW3A40qvDpic.twitter.com/ZmM0IXUXux— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 22, 2026MLS rele
  
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• Kylian Mbappe in context: Can Real Madrid, France star win Ballon d'Or without trophies, megawatt rival?

  22-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe has delivered on his promise like very few other teenage phenoms in football history, rapidly filling his resume with accolades to set incredible records at the age of 27.Mbappe is on pace, health-willing, to join just about anyone in the pantheon of stat-collecting forwards, yet putting the Real Madrid man's career in context has been difficult because there are so few players in his stratosphere of accomplishments.MORE — Scaloni in tears after 2026 World Cup, praises &
  
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• Aston Villa Launch Loan Bid For £42.5 Outcast: Is He Needed For Unai Emery?

  22-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa Launch Loan Bid For £42.5 Outcast: Is He Needed For Unai Emery?Aston Villa have launched an ambitious loan bid for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho. TalkSPORT broke the news, relayed by Transfer Feed, revealing that Villa are trying to lock down personal terms with the 21-year-old Argentine after inserting a conditional obligation-to-buy clause into the proposal.Aston Villa eye shock move for Chelsea outcast Alejandro Garnacho but is it a gamble worth taking?Stamford Brid
  
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• Rangers to fight McInnes ban for 'disgusting' penalty remark

  22-07-2026 20:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rangers intend to contest a four-match touchline ban given to manager Derek McInnes for describing as "disgusting" the decision to award Celtic a late penalty at Motherwell in May.The comments, made at the end of last season when McInnes was in charge of Hearts, related to a stoppage-time spot-kick for handball that was converted by Kelechi Iheanacho.Celtic's 3-2 victory at Fir Park on 13 May kept them one point behind Hearts, who they beat to the title a few days later in a final-day decider.Re
  
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• Barcelona market value update: Lamine remains at the top at €220m; Cubarsi breaks €100m barrier

  22-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona market value update: Lamine remains at the top at €220m; Cubarsi breaks €100m barrierThe 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end, but its impact continues to be felt in the transfer market. Following the latest Transfermarkt update, several Barcelona players have seen their market values rise after impressive performances during the tournament.Lamine stays at the summitAt the top of the list remains Lamine Yamal, who continues to share the title of the world’s most valua
  
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• Transfer round-up: Juventus’ attacking concerns grow, another Chelsea defender eyed by Serie A

  22-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer round-up: Juventus’ attacking concerns grow, another Chelsea defender eyed by Serie AAxel Disasi is the third Chelsea defender linked with a move to Serie A this summer, while Juventus are still assessing their options up front, struggling to reach an agreement with PSG for Randal Kolo Muani and with Lois Openda and Arkadiusz Milik being their only options in attack for now.The summer transfer window is gaining steam with most of the top Serie A clubs actively moving to get reinfo
  
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• Rodrygo welcomes Real Madrid signing after World Cup triumph

  22-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rodrygo welcomes Real Madrid signing after World Cup triumphReal Madrid signed three new defenders only a few days after the end of the last season to bolster a key area of the team that caused them quite a few problems during the last season. Two fullbacks, Marc Cucurella and Denzel Dumfries, and one center-back, Ibrahima Konate, have been signed, while the club can still sign one more center-back before the end of the summer transfer window.Although he is still to join his new team, one of the
  
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• Real Madrid trio make FIFA World Cup Best XI after standout campaigns

  22-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid trio make FIFA World Cup Best XI after standout campaignsReal Madrid also got a share of the glory as Spain won the FIFA World Cup 2026, as one of their players, Marc Cucurella, was also present in the winning side. The Merengue club had signed the fullback just before the start of the top international competition, and he remained a key part of Luis de la Fuente’s team throughout the tournament.Other established Los Blancos stars also had a good World Cup, as they shone for th
  
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• No Garnacho for Roma & Napoli as Argentine joins Aston Villa on loan

  22-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  No Garnacho for Roma & Napoli as Argentine joins Aston Villa on loanAlejandro Garnacho is set to complete a move to Aston Villa on loan with a conditional obligation to buy, putting an end to speculation linking the Chelsea winger with a move to Serie A.Roma and Napoli, alongside Milan, had all been linked with the former Manchester United forward but his wage demands always felt like a hurdle for the Italian clubs.Now, according to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Villa have agreed a deal to
  
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• Genoa join Ajax in race for Wolves striker Arokodare

  22-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Genoa join Ajax in race for Wolves striker ArokodareGenoa have joined Fiorentina and Ajax in the race to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare, with the Nigerian forward emerging as a potential option for the Serie A club.According to FirenzeViola.it, citing transfer influencer Fabrizio Romano, the Rossoblù have entered the competition for Arokodare after Fiorentina previously explored a move for the striker.The Viola were reportedly close to securing his signature before us
  
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• Real Madrid trio see market values soar after impressive World Cup displays

  22-07-2026 20:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid trio see market values soar after impressive World Cup displaysThe 2026 FIFA World Cup has not only enhanced the global reputation of several Real Madrid players, but also significantly boosted their market values.The latest Transfermarkt update reflects the impact of the tournament, with Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Marc Cucurella emerging as the biggest winners after outstanding performances for their national teams.Bellingham records one of the biggest increasesBellingham e
  
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• Inter Miami under investigation after signing Casemiro

  22-07-2026 20:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Casemiro started every game at the World Cup as Brazil progressed to the last 16 [Getty Images]Major League Soccer says it is investigating allegations of tampering by Inter Miami after the club signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro.On Wednesday, Miami announced they had signed the 34-year-old - who left Manchester United at the end of last season - on a deal that runs to the end of the 2027 MLS campaign, with an option to extend until June 2029.But moments later, the MLS released a statement saying
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are Planning To Move In For This Talented Winger: Good Option For De Zerbi?

  22-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are Planning To Move In For This Talented Winger: Good Option For De Zerbi?In a recent print edition, A Bola stated that Tottenham Hotspur are planning to move in for Benfica winger Andreas Schjelderup this summer. It has been mentioned that Spurs are hoping to get a deal done for the Norwegian talent this off-season.Schjelderup’s Impressive Form In Portuguese FootballSchjelderup enjoyed a decent run of form at the Portuguese club in the previous campaign when he put in a
  
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• Liverpool star now 'happy' to stay at Anfield despite interest from Euro giants

  22-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool star now 'happy' to stay at Anfield despite interest from Euro giantsA lot of Liverpool's players have already been linked with exits this summer.After they only managed to finish fifth in the Premier League last term, it's clear that plenty of change is needed.Andoni Iraola being appointed as the Reds' new boss is obviously the ideal way to start the changes off at Anfield but, if they want to get back to their best, it feels like four or five more players still need to be brought in.
  
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