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• Jose Mourinho ‘not angry’ after missing out on top midfield target, has full confidence on current squad

  08-08-2026 08:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho ‘not angry’ after missing out on top midfield target, has full confidence on current squadReal Madrid are now out of the race for Rodri, and it seems set that the club will not make any new midfield signings this summer beyond Bernardo Silva.There were rumours that Jose Mourinho was pushing for a new defensive midfield signing, and Los Blancos saw the Manchester City star as the ideal candidate.Rodri, however, preferred to join Barcelona and is very
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool keep Barcola pursuit alive despite Minteh push

  25-08-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool keep Barcola pursuit alive despite Minteh pushLiverpool Transfer Latest: Bradley Barcola Priority, Yankuba Minteh Chase and Deadline DecisionsLiverpool have reached the stage of the window where intentions matter less than execution. Plans are easy to sketch out in August, particularly after a 2-2 draw at Newcastle that exposed familiar issues. Getting deals done, at the right price and in the right positions, is harder. According to The Athletic, Liverpool’s focus is
  
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• Newcastle agree £52m deal for Manchester City midfielder as Bruno Guimaraes replacement

  25-08-2026 19:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle have agreed a £52m deal with Manchester City for Nico Gonzalez and the midfielder is set to become their biggest summer signing. The 2025 Carabao Cup winners will pay an initial £48m for the Spaniard with a potential £4m in add-ons. It could give City a small profit after signing Gonzalez from Porto in January 2025 for £49m. Gonzalez, while only 24, will become the oldest player Newcastle have signed this summer after they decided they need to add more experienc
  
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• Gary Lineker speaks out on BBC exit as he explains why he refused to be silenced

  25-08-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gary Lineker has stated that if he "wanted a quiet and easy life I could have shut up" as he reflected on his past BBC controversies.The former Match Of The Day presenter stepped down from his role at the broadcaster in May last year following public backlash over sharing his political commentary on social media platforms.Speaking at the Edinburgh TV Festival during a session with Adam Hawkins, Netflix’s director of documentary series and the festival’s advisory chair, Lineker discus
  
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• Manneh leaves Hibs by mutual consent

  25-08-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Midfielder Alasana Manneh has left Hibernian by mutual consent, the club has confirmed. The 28-year-old joined Hibs in January 2025 from Danish side Odense Boldklub and went on to make nine appearances across all competitions but has failed to feature for David Gray's side so far this term. "I would like to wish Alasana all the best for the future," head coach Gray said of the Gambia international's departure."He clearly hasn't played as much football as he would've liked since joining the club,
  
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• 19-year-old Argentine starlet reflects on difficult Real Madrid spell: ‘It wasn’t easy’

  25-08-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  19-year-old Argentine starlet reflects on difficult Real Madrid spell: ‘It wasn’t easy’When Real Madrid signed Franco Mastantuono from River Plate last summer, he was widely regarded as one of, if not the biggest, South American talents coming through.Los Blancos fast-tracked him straight into the first team under Xabi Alonso, but the teenager struggled to adapt to life in Madrid.Mastantuono left on loan to Fiorentina in the summer in a bid to get regular game time away from th
  
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• Ruben Amorim ready to throw career lifeline to forgotten Liverpool playmaker

  25-08-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ruben Amorim ready to throw career lifeline to forgotten Liverpool playmakerLiverpool have got several transfer loose ends to tie up before the transfer window closes. Deals are live for both Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh as Andoni Iraola and Richard Hughes seek to overhaul the 2024/25 Premier League champions’ wide forward options.Barcola would be a nine-figure signing from Paris Saint-Germain with the 23-year-old France international believed to have expressed preference for a move
  
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• Barcelona set a clear plan B if they fail to sign top attacking target this summer

  25-08-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona set a clear plan B if they fail to sign top attacking target this summerBarcelona’s pursuit of top attacking target Julian Alvarez has amounted to a whole lot of nothing so far, even as the player seemingly tries to push his way out of Atletico Madrid.To some extent, Alvarez’s ploy is working but Atletico Madrid remain determined not to sell their star striker to a direct rival.As a result, Barcelona are starting to look at other options, having already been linked with a h
  
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• What do Liverpool still need in the transfer window?

  25-08-2026 19:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]As has been the case for most of the summer, Liverpool's priority remains the wide attacking areas and the expectation is that at least one and maybe two wingers will come in over the coming week.Andoni Iraola said that personnel was not the issue when it came to defensive midfielders, though the manner in which his side conceded twice at Newcastle would suggest that it would be wise to address Liverpool's deficiencies in that department.Nahyan Chowdhury, Liverpool fanIt is no secret Liverp
  
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• What do Spurs still need in the transfer window?

  25-08-2026 19:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Tottenham have strengthened by spending heavily in the summer, but if Dominic Solanke is not going to be used regularly as a main striker, then this is where Roberto de Zerbi must look next.Richarlison took the starting role in the opening weekend loss at Brentford, and while a deal for Manchester City's Omar Marmoush is progressing, is this actually his best role?Kish Patel, Tottenham fanSpurs desperately need forward players who can turn De Zerbi's quick attacks into decisive moments.Curr
  
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• Mason Miley 'is a great young professional' - Stockdale

  25-08-2026 19:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Mason Miley, younger brother of Newcastle United's Lewis Miley, impressed in first-team pre-season this summer, playing in six of seven friendlies.The 17-year-old has played in central midfield but has recently operated at right back, where he was utilised throughout the summer by both Eddie Howe and Matthias Jaissle.Newcastle United under-21s head coach Robbie Stockdale spoke to BBC Radio Newcastle about the younger Miley after his side's game against Tottenham on Monday night. "T
  
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• Viviano on Amorim: ‘Milan have chosen a strong coach’

  25-08-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Viviano on Amorim: ‘Milan have chosen a strong coach’Emiliano Viviano has been struck by Ruben Amorim’s early work at Milan, describing the Portuguese as a strong appointment and praising his willingness to trust youth.According to MilanNews.it, the former goalkeeper gave his assessment on Pressing following Milan’s 2-1 win at Torino, the coach’s first Serie A match in charge.“Milan have chosen a strong coach,” Viviano said.“It seems like just any
  
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• “Not enough time” – Lewis Steele provides worrying Liverpool transfer update

  25-08-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Not enough time” – Lewis Steele provides worrying Liverpool transfer updateLiverpool Transfer News: Lewis Steele Fears Reds Will Run Out of TimeLiverpool have seven days. Seven days to turn a transfer window that Lewis Steele believes they have already made “a real mess of” into something resembling a completed squad for Andoni Iraola.Speaking to Dave Davis on Anfield Index’s Media Matters podcast, Steele painted a fairly stark picture. Liverpool still want a
  
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• Vrancken on 'special atmosphere', selection headache & practising penalties

  25-08-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts head coach Wouter Vrancken has been speaking to the media as his side prepare for Wednesday night's Conference League play-off round second leg against Rapid Vienna. Here are the main points: Vrancken says he has a difficult decision to make regarding the striker position after James Wilson's stunning goal in the first leg last week. The Hearts coach says it will be "no risk" in playing summer signing Laurent Mendy as the medical staff says he is now ready if required.He expects a "specia
  
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• Genoa director Diego Lopez banned for 2 weeks over referee confrontation

  25-08-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Genoa director Diego Lopez banned for 2 weeks over referee confrontationGenoa sporting director Diego Lopez has been suspended until 8 September for his conduct following Saturday’s defeat to Napoli.According to Il Fatto Quotidiano, Serie A disciplinary judge Gerardo Mastrandrea found that Lopez improperly entered the pitch at full time despite not being listed on the matchday sheet, repeatedly contested a refereeing decision while adopting an aggressive attitude, continued those protests
  
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• Man United-linked Alejandro Balde turned down summer offers to remain at Barcelona

  25-08-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United-linked Alejandro Balde turned down summer offers to remain at BarcelonaBarcelona left back Alejandro Balde is unhappy with how his situation has developed just days before the transfer window closes, according to SPORT.The La Liga champions have made it clear they’re willing to listen to offers for the Spaniard, and those close to him are reportedly surprised by the sudden change. The 22-year-old reportedly turned down offers during the summer because his priority was to re
  
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• Bradley Barcola crisis: Nine-figure Liverpool forward deal risks falling apart

  25-08-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Barcola crisis: Nine-figure Liverpool forward deal risks falling apartIt’s no secret that Liverpool are chasing a couple of winger deals as the summer transfer window ticks towards its conclusion. Yankuba Minteh emerged as a genuine target last week with Richard Hughes seeing bids worth £50m and £60m knocked back.It is expected that the 2024/25 Premier League champions will return with another offer for the Brighton winger - who is valued by his club at around £70
  
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• O'Neill predicts 'tough old night' as Celtic take 3-0 lead to LASK

  25-08-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manager Martin O'Neill expects Celtic to come under severe pressure in their Champions League play-off second leg - but stressed they will not simply try to protect their advantage.They lead Austrian champions LASK 3-0 from the first leg and arrive in Linz on the cusp of a return to the league stage.O'Neill cautioned straight after that impressive victory that the tie was not over, given LASK created a series of chances and had two goals chalked off for offside."They will get opportunities to at
  
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• Bundesliga 2026/27 Tactical Previews | FC Schalke 04

  25-08-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bundesliga 2026/27 Tactical Previews | FC Schalke 04The penultimate installment of our Get German Football News Bundesliga 2026/27 Tactical Previews tackles our third and final Bundesliga newcomers: FC Schalke 04. This club obviously deserves different treatment than “Graue Maus” organizations such as Elversberg or Paderborn. The “Big Blue” elevator is coming back up. No one really needs a reminder of what Schalke’s last two Bundesliga years produced. The
  
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• Arsenal approve Nwaneri to Newcastle loan

  25-08-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal approve Nwaneri to Newcastle loanThe Gunners have reportedly ruled out a permanent sale but are willing to sanction a temporary move as Nwaneri looks for regular senior football.Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty ImagesArsenal have reportedly given Newcastle United permission to pursue a loan deal for Ethan Nwaneri before the transfer deadline, while apparently making clear that a permanent departure is not under consideration, which would fit with how we took Mikel Arteta‘s comments abo
  
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• Where Inter and Çalhanoğlu stand as his contract enters final year

  25-08-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Where Inter and Çalhanoğlu stand as his contract enters final yearIf there ever was any doubt about Hakan Çalhanoğlu’s ability to deliver the goods for Inter, the Turk firmly put them to bed in game one with a thunderous strike to open his team’s account against Monza.And so, the 32-year-old has kicked off the final year on his current contract with the Nerazzurri. As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, there are no plans between the two to renew their marria
  
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• Nottingham Forest sign Norwegian forward Espås

  25-08-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest sign Norwegian forward EspåsNottingham Forest have completed the signing of Norwegian forward Tuva Espås on a permanent deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Tricky Trees this afternoon.The 27-year-old joined Nottingham Forest from Vålerenga Damer. Espås has spent the last two-and-a-half years with the Norwegian Toppserien club. She has scored five goals in 13 matches in the 2026 Toppserien.Espås h
  
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• 😱Is Julián's move back on? Arsenal seal a huge sale, await him

  25-08-2026 18:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Is Julián's move back on? Arsenal seal a huge sale, await himIn recent hours, it has emerged that the Gunners have reached an agreement with Al Hilal for Gabriel Martinelli to move to Arab football.With this in mind, Arsenal still have Julián on their shortlist as a priority, even though the player is said to have given an initial rejection.However, in London they are confident that the Argentine will not want to stay in Madrid after the resistance from the Atlético
  
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• Striker Williams 'dreams of scoring in front of Hearts fans'

  25-08-2026 18:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  American forward JJ Williams says he has had sleepless nights as his Hearts protracted Hearts move concluded and is now dreaming of scoring at Tynecastle.Wouter Vrancken's club have boosted their striker options by signing the towering forward from Rhode Island on a two-year deal."It's a dream come true for me, honestly," William said. "I was hoping that this deal would have been done a long time ago but the fact that I'm here, I'm getting immersed in the culture, I'm getting to experience a lot
  
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• Report: Chelsea prepare major final week clear out at Stamford Bridge

  25-08-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea prepare major final week clear out at Stamford BridgeChelsea Transfer Latest: Enzo Fernandez Future, Sales Drive and Xabi Alonso’s Big End-of-Window CallsChelsea head into the closing stretch of the summer window with a familiar sense of movement, urgency and intrigue. The names shift, the numbers remain eye-catching, and the wider theme is clear enough, Stamford Bridge is still a place where squad building is constant, aggressive and occasionally uncomfortable. According t
  
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• Liverpool Legend Sir Kenny Dalglish Awarded Prestigious PFA Award

  25-08-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Legend Sir Kenny Dalglish Awarded Prestigious PFA AwardLiverpool Legend Sir Kenny Dalglish Honoured With 2026 PFA Merit AwardSome honours require little explanation. Sir Kenny Dalglish receiving the PFA Merit Award in 2026 belongs firmly in that category.The Liverpool icon has been recognised by the Professional Footballers’ Association for his lasting contribution to football, sharing this year’s honour with former England international Karen Carney.Both will receive their
  
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• Juventus troubles: How to replace Yildiz? Did Spalletti overreact? – Video

  25-08-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus troubles: How to replace Yildiz? Did Spalletti overreact? – VideoDuring the latest episode of the Football Italia LIVE Show, Lorenzo Bettoni and Richard Hall discussed Juventus’ win at Frosinone, Luciano Spalletti’s remarks on Randal Kolo Muani, and how the Bianconeri can replace their injured star, Kenan Yildiz.The Football Italia LIVE Show reviewed the weekend action after Serie A Round 1 and, as usual, welcomed viewers’ comments and questions.FROSINONE, ITALY
  
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• Como table improved €40m offer for Fiorentina forward Kean

  25-08-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como table improved €40m offer for Fiorentina forward KeanComo have formalised an improved offer for Moise Kean, submitting a second bid worth €40m including bonuses.According to transfer journalist Nicolo Schira on X, the proposal was lodged with Fiorentina on Tuesday and represents an increase on Como’s opening approach.FLORENCE, ITALY – MARCH 8: Fabio Paratici of ACF Fiorentina looks on during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and Parma Calcio 1913 at Artemio Fran
  
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• Atletico Madrid in negotiations with La Liga club to sign 19-year-old Barcelona target – report

  25-08-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid in negotiations with La Liga club to sign 19-year-old Barcelona target – reportThe relationship between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid has got very frosty over the course of the summer due to the transfer saga involving Julian Alvarez.The Catalan club have been keen on signing the Argentine striker this summer, while Atletico have simply refused even to open negotiations for the same.Now, it looks like the two Spanish clubs could find themselves embroiled in another transfer
  
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• Tottenham interested in signing Amine Gouiri from Marseille

  25-08-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham interested in signing Amine Gouiri from MarseilleTottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Marseille forward Amine Gouiri (26) before the end of the summer transfer window, according to a report from Corriere dello Sport. The Premier League club could bolster their attacking options with the signing of the Algerian international as OM need to sell before the close of the window. Several players could yet leave the Stade Vélodrome before the end of the summer, with the club for
  
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