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• Juventus see opening offer for Pellegrino turned down by Parma

  12-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus see opening offer for Pellegrino turned down by ParmaReports in Italy claim that Juventus have sent an opening offer to Parma for centre-forward Matteo Pellegrino, which has been turned down by the Gialloblu.Report: Parma turn down opening Juventus offer for PellegrinoJuventus are on the hunt for a new striker now that Dusan Vlahovic’s contract has expired, and despite negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain for Randal Kolo Muani, reports over the last few days indicate that Juventu
  
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• Done Deal: Roma target Greenwood ready for Fenerbahce

  12-07-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Roma target Greenwood ready for FenerbahceHaving long been a target for Roma, it is reported that Mason Greenwood is heading to Istanbul for a Fenerbahce medical, with precise details of the fee to Olympique Marseille, Manchester United and Getafe.The Giallorossi made no secret that Greenwood was their first choice for the wide left role in attack, and had been preparing a package close to the €50m asking price.Roma lose Greenwood to FenerbahceMARSEILLE, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 2
  
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• Jose Mourinho embraces key Real Madrid figure in new project

  12-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho embraces key Real Madrid figure in new projectOne can reasonably expect there to be some significant changes as Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid after a gap of 13 years. Tomorrow, on 13th July, he will once again take charge of the Merengue team’s training, and will be looking to prove he still has the capabilities to succeed at the highest level in Europe.Keeping in view the persona that the Portuguese manager has cultivated over the years, there was a feeling that he wo
  
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• France defenders discuss defending against Lamine Yamal: “I thik we’ll do the job.”

  12-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  France defenders discuss defending against Lamine Yamal: “I thik we’ll do the job.”A few hours before the French team was due to leave for Dallas, backup defenders Maxence Lacroix and Ibrahima Konaté spoke to the media at the team’s World Cup base camp in the outskirts of Boston.The two centre-backs were notably asked about Les Bleus’ plans in order to contain Lamine Yamal during their semi-final clash on Tuesday. Speaking after Spain’s win over Belgium
  
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• Sevilla striker Adams down to ‘final details’ for Venezia at €16m plus bonus

  12-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sevilla striker Adams down to ‘final details’ for Venezia at €16m plus bonusVenezia are on the verge of securing Sevilla striker Akor Adams in a deal worth €16m plus add-ons, as director Filippo Antonelli confirms ‘talks are at a very advanced stage.’The Nigeria international is 26 years old and  made the move from Montpellier to Sevilla for €5.5m in January 2025.In the last season, he scored 10 goals with three assists in 32 LaLiga appearances for Sev
  
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• Quirke gets England call-up for Argentina clash

  12-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Quirke will be playing with a new club when the domestic season starts again [Getty Images]Scrum-half Raffi Quirke has been called into the England squad for their Nations Championship match against Argentina next Saturday.Quirke, who has signed for Newcastle Red Bulls after moving from Sale Sharks, is a replacement for the injured Alex Mitchell, who was forced off with a hamstring injury in Saturday's 73-8 win over Fiji in LiverpoolThe 24-year-old also replaced Mitchell in this year's Six Natio
  
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• Man City respond to Chelsea’s £75M Malo Gusto demand as post-World Cup talks loom

  12-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man City respond to Chelsea’s £75M Malo Gusto demand as post-World Cup talks loomMan City remain keen on Malo Gusto but will not meet Chelsea’s current £75M valuationFurther talks between the two clubs are expected to accelerate once the World Cup concludesChelsea are open to a deal at the right price, with Man City pushing to get a move doneManchester City have responded to Chelsea’s £75 million valuation of Malo Gusto by refusing to meet that asking price, a
  
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• Traore expected for Genoa tests on Monday in €10m Marseille agreement

  12-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Traore expected for Genoa tests on Monday in €10m Marseille agreementHamed Junior Traore is expected in Italy for his Genoa medical on Monday, ready to complete a loan with option to buy move from Olympique Marseille for up to €10m.The initial report of the deal had come from France with Footmercato, suggesting the cost of the operation would be around €8m.Genoa can pay up to €10m for TraoreUDINE, ITALY – MAY 06:Hamed Junior Traorè of SSC Napoli looks on during t
  
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• Serie A defender is dreaming of playing for Liverpool

  12-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Serie A defender is dreaming of playing for LiverpoolAnan Khalaili and Liverpool’s Search for a Right-Back SolutionLiverpool’s right side has become a live issue again, and there is no point dressing it up. Replacing Trent Alexander-Arnold was always going to be difficult, but the club have not solved it yet. Conor Bradley has had spells of promise, but availability and consistency matter. Jeremie Frimpong has talent, pace and attacking thrust, though he has looked more comfortable h
  
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• 💣Lazio chaos, protest mood 🔥 and assembly, Lotito taunts fans🤯

  12-07-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Lazio chaos, protest mood 🔥 and assembly, Lotito taunts fans🤯Lazio is now living on two parallel planes. On one side there is the club, unveiling the new kits, opening the season ticket campaign, and entrusting Gennaro Gattuso with the technical rebuild. On the other, there is an ever larger section of the biancoceleste fanbase, which first took to the streets and then gathered at the “States General of Lazialità” to demand a change in leadership, more
  
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• Report: West Ham United considering move to sign Brighton star

  12-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: West Ham United considering move to sign Brighton starWest Ham Eye Tommy Watson as Brighton Winger Pushes for First-Team FootballWest Ham’s recruitment brief looks clear enough. They want more pace, more incision and, as Sports View reports, they have “identified Watson as a key target as they seek to add dynamism to their attacking options”. That makes sense. The squad has lacked enough direct threat in wide areas, and if there is value to be found in the market, this
  
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• What Jose Mourinho told Vinicius Jr. to convince him to stay at the club – report

  12-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  What Jose Mourinho told Vinicius Jr. to convince him to stay at the club – reportEarlier today, it came to light that it was a call from Jose Mourinho that changed the course of Real Madrid’s negotiations with Vinicius Jr. over a contract renewal.The Brazilian star, after all, has been at a standstill with the club in terms of negotiations with both parties refusing to compromise on economic terms.In recent days, however, there has been a growing sense of optimism that the player wil
  
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• Atletico Madrid appear as surpise contenders for exit-linked Barcelona forward

  12-07-2026 16:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid appear as surpise contenders for exit-linked Barcelona forwardTalks of Ferran Torres’ departure from Barcelona have appeared out of the blue, but going by the speed at which developments are arriving, the ‘Shark’ could well leave this summer.Paris Saint-Germain have been most closely linked with the player as Luis Enrique is a big fan of the forward’s versatility.Given that he has just one year left on his contract at Barcelona, the reigning UCL champions
  
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• Report Doekhi wanted by Lazio as free agent

  12-07-2026 16:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Doekhi wanted by Lazio as free agentLazio are in talks with defender Danilho Doekhi, claims transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano, as he would be a free agent after leaving Union Berlin.The Aquile need to completely revamp their defence this summer with the arrival of coach Gennaro Gattuso, and above all the exits of Alessio Romagnoli and Mario Gila.They already picked up one free agent in the form of left-back Alfonso Pedraza, as the 30-year-old was out of contract with Villarreal.Lazio lookin
  
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• 💣 Milan seal Rabiot, Juve-Pellegrino, Zeballos-Napoli 🤏: deals 🤑

  12-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Milan seal Rabiot, Juve-Pellegrino, Zeballos-Napoli 🤏: deals 🤑Yesterday, the quarter-finals came to an end with Argentina’s win over Switzerland, and now the World Cup gets even more exciting with the two blockbuster semi-final clashes: France-Spain and Argentina-England. 💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico, and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the competition, search for “World Cup
  
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• 💣 Milan lock in Rabiot, Juve-Pellegrino and Zeballos-Napoli 🤏

  12-07-2026 16:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 Milan lock in Rabiot, Juve-Pellegrino and Zeballos-Napoli 🤏Yesterday, the quarter-finals came to an end with Argentina’s win over Switzerland, and now the World Cup gets even more exciting with the two blockbuster semi-final clashes: France-Spain and Argentina-England. 💡 Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the competition, search for "World Cup" on OneFootball a
  
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• Atlético CEO gives update on move for Fred

  12-07-2026 16:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atlético CEO gives update on move for FredThe negotiations involving Atlético-MG and midfielder Fred have entered a new chapter, but there is still no imminent outcome for the Atlético fans.The CEO of the Minas Gerais club, Pedro Daniel, spoke openly about the talks, making it clear that completing the deal is seen as very difficult at the moment.The main obstacle is Fred’s contract with the Turkish club, which runs until June 2027.Since Galo’s board has already
  
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• Official: Frosinone renew Fini, Calvani and Cittadini loans for 2026-27

  12-07-2026 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Frosinone renew Fini, Calvani and Cittadini loans for 2026-27Newly-promoted Frosinone have announced that Gabriele Calvani, Seydou Fini and Giorgio Cittadini have renewed their loans from Genoa and Atalanta.The Canarini finished second in the Serie B table last season, securing automatic promotion back to the top flight.They did it largely thanks to a squad packed with young talent on loan from Serie A sides.Now those are allowed to continue the project at the Stadio Benito Stirpe, as
  
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• Two phone calls between Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr. changed the course of contract talks – report

  12-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Two phone calls between Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr. changed the course of contract talks – reportThe Vinicius Jr.-Real Madrid renewal saga is back in the limelight after the player’s campaign at the FIFA World Cup came to an end.The global event did, however, have a direct effect on the player’s future as it showed the whole world the class that the Brazilian star represents.Not only did his performances re-establish him as one of the best in the business but also reignited th
  
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• Mikel Arteta’s son trains with Arsenal u21s

  12-07-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mikel Arteta’s son trains with Arsenal u21sMikel Arteta’s son spent time training with the Arsenal u21s this week, after signing scholarship terms with the club.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier LeagueGabriel Arteta Bernal was pictured in training with the Arsenal u21s this week, with the u21 team returning to pre-season training after their summer break.The Premier League confirmed in June that Mikel Arteta’s son Gabriel had signed scholarship terms with the Gunn
  
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• 🟥 Embolo row: Argentina aided or dive? Replays divide social media 🤯

  12-07-2026 16:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🟥 Embolo row: Argentina aided or dive? Replays divide social media 🤯A decision destined to divide opinions. In the 72nd minute of Argentina-Switzerland, with the score at 1-1 and the Swiss enjoying their best spell of the match, Breel Embolo was sent off for a second yellow after a VAR review. Want to stay up to date on everything happening in the USA, Mexico and Canada? Don’t forget to bookmark the World Cup! To follow the tournament, search for "World Cup" on OneFoot
  
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• 2026 World Cup: What we've learned about Argentina, England, France and Spain ahead of the semifinals

  12-07-2026 15:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The best group of World Cup semifinalists is set.The top four teams in FIFA's world rankings make up the last four teams standing at the 2026 World Cup. We're poised for what could be an epic set of semifinals with France vs. Spain on Tuesday and England vs. Argentina on Wednesday. Here's what we've learned about each of the four best teams in the world through their first six games of the tournament.ArgentinaNothing fazes this teamThe vast experience of Argentina's squad has shown to be an incr
  
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• Report: Liverpool have reignited their interest in move for French midfielder

  12-07-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool have reignited their interest in move for French midfielderLiverpool Transfer News: Manu Kone Interest Makes Sense as Midfield Plans Take ShapeLiverpool’s interest in Manu Kone has resurfaced and, on the face of it, this feels logical rather than dramatic. According to The Kopite View, the club are back looking closely at the Roma midfielder as Andoni Iraola continues reshaping a squad that badly needed direction after last season’s collapse.That is the key point he
  
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• Just strolling around on the pitch: Ibrahimović lays into England star

  12-07-2026 15:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Just strolling around on the pitch: Ibrahimović lays into England starThe English can be pleased about reaching the semi-finals at this World Cup. But it was not only Thomas Tuchel who was not entirely satisfied with his players’ performance – Zlatan Ibrahimović also made his feelings clear and singled out one English player for particularly harsh criticism. The former Swedish striker is working as a pundit for 'Fox Sports' at the World Cup and had already laid into&nb
  
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• Roma targeted Moreira and Garnacho in double Chelsea deal

  12-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma targeted Moreira and Garnacho in double Chelsea dealRoma could end up doing a double deal with Chelsea, because negotiations can intensify for both Alejandro Garnacho and Diego Moreira, who is at RC Strasbourg.The Giallorossi have abandoned hope of securing Mason Greenwood from Olympique Marseille, as he has agreed a move to Fenerbahce instead.Moreira and Garnacho on Roma radarSEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JULY 01: Diego Moreira of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32
  
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• Report: Arsenal star set to stay despite interest from Premier League giants

  12-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal star set to stay despite interest from Premier League giantsArsenal secure Emerson Nwaneri future after rival Premier League interestArsenal have moved decisively to keep one of their most highly regarded academy talents, with Emerson Nwaneri committing his future to the club after what the original report by Sports View describes as “lengthy and complex negotiations between the club’s hierarchy and the player’s representatives”.There had been genuine inte
  
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• Barcelona Atletic manager completes highest-level coaching certification

  12-07-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona Atletic manager completes highest-level coaching certificationJuliano Belletti oversaw Barcelona Atletic’s operations last season as the head coach and was instrumental in the team’s recent campaign in the Segunda Federación, where they finished sixth.Over the past season, he has shown signs of being a promising tactician with an astute understanding of the game. His license, however, was a UEFA A license which only gave him the capacity to coach until the First Fede
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder returns early as he fights for Mourinho’s trust

  12-07-2026 15:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder returns early as he fights for Mourinho’s trustThe French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is one of the players with his future at Real Madrid highly uncertain. He has not been able to meet the expectations that the Merengue club had put on him when they signed him as a highly promising youngster from Rennes, and the club believes his growth has stunted in the last few years.In fact, he was directly at fault as Los Blancos saw their UEFA Champions League hopes end last
  
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• FIFA weighs expanding teams for the 2030 World Cup, explained

  12-07-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA weighs expanding teams for the 2030 World Cup, explainedFIFA president Gianni Infantino confirmed that the organization will examine the possibility of expanding the World Cup to a 64-team format as early as the 2030 edition.The information was published by The Athletic, the sports arm of The New York Times.The current tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, introduced the 48-team format, a significant increase from the 32-team version that was in place from 1998 to 2
  
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• Brazilian superstar removes all footprint of Real Madrid on Instagram as renewal doubts grow

  12-07-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazilian superstar removes all footprint of Real Madrid on Instagram as renewal doubts growReal Madrid have one major issue to sort out this summer, with Los Blancos still not certain whether Vinicius Junior will renew his contract at the club.His future at the Spanish club has been under scrutiny for a while now, with Florentino Perez making it a priority to extend his contract before moving for a player like Michael Olise.The Brazilian has created fresh uncertainty around his Real Madrid futu
  
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