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• José Mourinho: Rodri? No player should think twice about coming here

  19-08-2026 09:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  José Mourinho: Rodri? No player should think twice about coming hereIn recent hours, there has been major controversy surrounding Real Madrid for not holding presentations with fans and the press, but José Mourinho has spoken exclusively to 'El Chiringuito'.There, he explained many things. For example, how he has changed since leaving the club: "More mature, less emotional and more controlled. As always, learning from mistakes, but never with the feeling of regretting anything (...
  
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• Mikautadze's clause rises to €78m amid Barça interest

  19-08-2026 12:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikautadze's clause rises to €78m amid Barça interestVillarreal is pleased that, under Georges Mikautadze’s contract, his release clause has stood at €78 million since last August 15. The measure aims to protect the Georgian international striker from transfer moves by several European clubs.Among the main interested parties is FC Barcelona, a club closely monitoring the forward’s development to strengthen its squad. However, sources at the Yellow Submarine insist th
  
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• FAW chief calls for Infantino to step down

  19-08-2026 12:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gianni Infantino has been Fifa president since 2016 [Getty Images]Football Association of Wales (FAW) chief executive Noel Mooney says Fifa president Gianni Infantino should step down.Infantino has faced heavy criticism over his attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup and other competitions to private investors.Mooney, who previously worked alongside Infantino at Uefa, believes he must go because of the "harm that's been done to football" even though the sell-off plan has been scrapped."If I
  
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• Official: 19-year-old talent Mora joins Roma in staggered deal from Porto

  19-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: 19-year-old talent Mora joins Roma in staggered deal from PortoRoma have officially announced their signing of 19-year-old Portuguese talent Rodrigo Mora on a permanent deal from FC Porto in a complicated deal that sees the Portuguese club hold onto a 50% sell-on clause.Official: Roma land Mora deal with PortoRoma have been courting the teenage talent for several weeks following Gian Piero Gasperini’s public pleas for more attacking arrivals before the close of the summer transfe
  
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• Barcelona rule out loan exit for 18-year-old new signing after Olympiacos enquiry

  19-08-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona rule out loan exit for 18-year-old new signing after Olympiacos enquiryJesse Bisiwu’s emergence during FC Barcelona’s pre-season has not gone unnoticed. The young Belgian winger, who recently arrived from Club Brugge, has made a very strong impression in his first games under Hansi Flick. His standout performance came in the previous friendly match against FC Basel last Sunday, when he scored an outstanding brace in the 5-2 victory.His performances have attracted interest f
  
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• Nisbet hot streak puts him in frame for Scotland recall

  19-08-2026 12:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][BBC]In his pre-match interview on Saturday's Sportsound, you could sense Stephen Robinson had been irked by the week-long reaction to the league defeat in Dundee as he led Aberdeen into the last eight of the League Cup against the same opponents.When asked if he'd been tempted to make wholesale changes to his starting XI his response was short and to the point: "No, we've lost one game in six."And in fairness, his team turned the tables spectacularly with their second-half performance, in
  
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• Manchester United table bid for Carlos Baleba as midfield rebuild continues

  19-08-2026 12:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United have made a £60m bid for Carlos Baleba as they look to make the Brighton player their third midfield signing of the summer. They are yet to agree a deal, with Brighton thought to want a higher price for the Cameroon international, but talks are progressing.United’s offer, which could rise by £5m, means they have resurrected their interest in Baleba, a player they first targeted last summer.Brighton then valued the 22-year-old at over £100m, but were also
  
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• Is Turkey home to savvy signings or a new retirement league? We’ll soon find out

  19-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mohamed Salah joined Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig this summer after a storied stint at Liverpool.Photograph: Huseyin Yavuz/Dia Photo/APMohamed Salah plays in Turkey now. So do Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Trossard and Leroy Sané and Nathan Aké. Mason Greenwood and N’Golo Kanté and Dusan Vlahovic, too.Bruno Fernandes and Gabriel Martinelli may yet follow them there, depending on negotiations and moods and whatever else compels a footballer to leave one club for ano
  
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• How right messaging can help in defence of title

  19-08-2026 11:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Sports psychologist Dan Abrahams joined the latest episode of Football Daily, in during which BBC Radio 5 Live's Aaron Paul spoke to him about Arsenal defending their Premier League title.So for Mikel Arteta's squad, when does the preparation start?"You're doing it straight away, coaches are bringing the right players in, working with their scouts to bolster the squad," said Abrahams."Then from day one, you want players hitting the ground running. There are all kinds of different messages,
  
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• Real Sociedad seek to secure loan deal for Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr

  19-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Sociedad seek to secure loan deal for Chelsea defender Mamadou SarrReal Sociedad are reportedly keen to secure a loan deal for Chelsea FC’s Mamadou Sarr (20), according to French media outlet Foot Mercato.Saudi club Al-Hilal are also said to be interested in the young defender, to whom the club’s management have reportedly already outlined their plans, and for whom the prospect of playing alongside his compatriot Kalidou Koulibaly (35) could tip the balance.Having joined the Blu
  
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• Former coach 'does not see any weakness' in Suzuki

  19-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Dennis Rudel, Zion Suzuki's former coach at Sint-Truiden in Belgium, praises the new Aston Villa goalkeeper's distribution - both with his arms and his feet - and believes his former player can become one of the world's best."It is possible if he stays healthy," said the former Union Berlin coach. "With his physical strength, there is no one better in the world in terms of dynamic, jumping power, throws and kicking the ball."When I watched him at the World Cup [for Japan], his bigg
  
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• Barcelona new signing Rodri completes first training session ahead of Gamper Trophy match

  19-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona new signing Rodri completes first training session ahead of Gamper Trophy matchAfter a week full of speculation, FC Barcelona finally announced the signing of Rodri from Manchester City on Tuesday.Having signed a contract with the Blaugrana until 2030, the Spain World Cup winner addressed the media during his official presentation, where he clearly stated: “I’m ready to play already.”This comes after the fact that the 30-year-old midfielder underwent a minor back surg
  
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• Man Utd close on deal for Brighton's Baleba

  19-08-2026 11:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carlos Baleba is one of Brighton's top performers, making 35 appearances last season [Getty Images]Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.United attempted to sign the Cameroon international near deadline day last summer but were put off by Brighton's valuation, which was in excess of £100m.However, the price has reduced significantly and after failing in their pursuit of Matheus Fernandes earlier this summer, United have decided to revisit Bale
  
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• Jose Mourinho reveals why Rodri joined Barcelona instead of Real Madrid

  19-08-2026 11:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has revealed that Rodri expressed “doubts” over joining the club that ultimately led the Spain midfielder to sign for Barcelona instead.The Catalan club completed a deal to sign the World Cup-winning captain from Manchester City on Tuesday, with Rodri agreeing a deal through to 2030.The 30-year-old had expressed a desire to return to Spain after seven years in the Premier League, and Mourinho has confirmed that he held talks over the possibility of a
  
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• Report: Newcastle United could make move for Manchester City star

  19-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Newcastle United could make move for Manchester City starNewcastle United in Talks for Nico Gonzalez as Midfield Rebuild Gathers PaceNewcastle United are actively exploring a move for Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez, with The Athletic reporting that the club are in talks over a potential deal as they continue a significant summer rebuild.This is a market that has already demanded decisive action from Newcastle. The exits of Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur and Bruno Guimaraes
  
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• Report: Liverpool progressing with moves for Ligue 1 stars

  19-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool progressing with moves for Ligue 1 starsLiverpool Transfers in Focus as Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye Talks Gather PaceThere is always a stage in the summer when multiple strands of the market begin to converge, and this feels like one of those moments for Liverpool. According to RMC SPORT, the club are active on two fronts with Paris Saint-Germain, while several other significant Ligue 1 situations continue to develop in parallel.What stands out is the sense of acceleratio
  
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• Real Madrid star agrees new contract after summer exit ruled out

  19-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star agrees new contract after summer exit ruled outReal Madrid have had a very busy summer transfer window, although it is likely to be a quiet final few weeks at Valdebebas. They have done all of their desired business, although they did miss out on signing Rodri, with the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball winner ultimately choosing to join Barcelona instead.It’s unlikely that Real Madrid will sign an alternative to Rodri, at least according to head coach Jose Mourinho. That is good
  
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• Official: Napoli sign Favasuli in €7.5m deal from Catanzaro

  19-08-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Napoli sign Favasuli in €7.5m deal from CatanzaroNapoli have officially announced their signing of 22-year-old full-back Costantino Favasuli on a permanent transfer from Serie B club Catanzaro.Official: Napoli sign Favasuli from CatanzaroMassimiliano Allegri is making moves to strengthen his back line following injuries to Alessandro Buongiorno, Luca Marianucci and Sam Beukema: full-back Favasuli has arrived at a cost of €7.5m from Catanzaro, while Chelsea centre-back Benoit
  
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• Nunez sat for Saudi switch

  19-08-2026 11:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]Former Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is set to join Al-Diriyah on a loan deal from Al-Hilal.The 27-year-old's move between the Saudi Pro League clubs is at an advanced stage with the transfer expected to be confirmed in the coming days.It is understood Al-Diriyah sporting director Dougie Freedman has played an integral role in the proposed deal.Freedman left his position at Crystal Palace last summer and helped the Al-Diriyah secure promotion into the Saudi top-flight in his
  
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• Ndukwe closing in on Levante loan

  19-08-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Ifeanyi Ndukwe, who has starred for Liverpool in pre-season, is closing in on a loan move to Levante in La Liga.The 18-year-old is ineligible to play competitive football for Liverpool this season due to work-permit issues and a move to Spain looks increasingly likely but no deal has been struck yet.BBC Sport understands that if the move does happen, it will be a season-long loan move that will then be reviewed during the January transfer window.There is a chance that Ndukwe could be recall
  
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• The most exciting young Italian talent in Serie A for 2026-27? We All Agree!

  19-08-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The most exciting young Italian talent in Serie A for 2026-27? We All Agree!The latest episode of the Football Italia LIVE Show featured a fascinating discussion about some of the most notable Italian signings made by Serie A clubs during the summer transfer window.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube channelLorenzo Bettoni, Peter Young and Matt Santangelo took a closer look at the players who have arrived in Italy ahead of the new season, discussing the potential impa
  
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• Ndukwe set for Levante loan as Liverpool invest in future

  19-08-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ndukwe set for Levante loan as Liverpool invest in futureSpanish move offers immediate senior opportunityLiverpool defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe is reportedly close to joining UD Levante on loan, with the highly rated 18-year-old expected to spend the season testing himself in La Liga.According to an exclusive report from Sky Sport Austria, Ndukwe is due to travel to Spain to complete a temporary move until the end of the campaign. Levante were not his only suitors, with another Spanish club and a sid
  
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• Monaco ‘discussing options’ to replace Paul Pogba, Filipe Luís confirms

  19-08-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Monaco ‘discussing options’ to replace Paul Pogba, Filipe Luís confirmsAS Monaco are “discussing options” to replace Paul Pogba (33), whose contract was terminated by mutual consent on Wednesday. The Frenchman has left just one year into his two-year deal at the Principality club.Pogba joined last summer following the end of his two-year doping ban. However, injuries limited him to just over 100 minutes of football over six appearances. As a result, his time w
  
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• Flick tests Barcelona stars in makeshift positions in training ahead of Gamper Trophy match

  19-08-2026 11:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flick tests Barcelona stars in makeshift positions in training ahead of Gamper Trophy matchFC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has one final test before the start of their La Liga season. The list of academy players involved has gradually been reduced, while the internationals have returned one by one. Later today, in the Joan Gamper Trophy match against Al Ahly, Flick is expected to field a lineup that could be quite similar to the one he uses in the league opener against Elche.Barcelona had one l
  
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• Can Rangers build on modicum of positivity?

  19-08-2026 11:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The win over St Mirren will have come as a blessed relief to Derek McInnes, giving him his first victory as Rangers manager and restoring a modicum of positivity around Ibrox after a trying start to the season.No time for resting on laurels though as another crucial game rolls around. Jablonec of the Czech Republic arrive to try to inflict another European bloody nose after last week's demoralising Europa League exit to Jagiellonia Bialystok.Rangers' star has waned in Europe since the most
  
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• Philadelphia Union closing in to sign Toulouse defender Mark McKenzie

  19-08-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia Union closing in to sign Toulouse defender Mark McKenziePhiladelphia Union are reportedly finalising the signing of Toulouse FC’s Mark McKenzie (27), according to information from The Athletic.Whilst the French club have no intention of letting their defender go this summer, an agreement regarding the US international’s (30 caps) departure in the winter is reportedly close to being finalised. The deal would bring in just over €2m for Toulouse, with McKenzie having r
  
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• Philadelphia Union closing in on Toulouse defender Mark McKenzie

  19-08-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Philadelphia Union closing in on Toulouse defender Mark McKenziePhiladelphia Union are reportedly finalising the signing of Toulouse FC’s Mark McKenzie (27), according to information from The Athletic.Whilst the French club have no intention of letting their defender go this summer, an agreement regarding the US international’s (30 caps) departure in the winter is reportedly close to being finalised. The deal would bring in just over €2m for Toulouse, with McKenzie having recent
  
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• Flaco López: from substitute to Palmeiras' undisputed star

  19-08-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Flaco López: from substitute to Palmeiras' undisputed starSeveral Argentine forwards have come through Palmeiras in recent years. And Flaco López’s start at the club made it seem like he would be just another one not to be missed.Meet the new PUMA Ultra 7, Flaco López’s boot. Click here to learn moreBut Flaco’s story was different. The slim striker, who struggled to gain weight and impose himself physically, grew stronger, more confident, and more clinical
  
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• Nedeljkovic joins Rangers from Aston Villa

  19-08-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nedeljkovic [Getty Images]Kosta Nedeljkovic has joined Rangers on a season-long loan from Aston Villa, with the Ibrox club holding a "conditional obligation" to buy the 20-year-old Serbia defender.The right-back moved to Aston Villa from Red Star Belgrade in the summer of 2024, having signed in January, and has since had two successive loan spells with RB Leipzig."Kosta is an athletic and energetic full-back who is keen to get forward, but he also has a real desire to defend and compete, and he
  
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• Gossip: Rams keeper wanted in Italy

  19-08-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Derby's Sweden international keeper Jacob Widell-Zetterstrom, 28, is a £2m target for Italian side Monza. (Fabrizio Romano)Want more transfer news from the EFL? Take a look at Wednesday's gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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