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• Leandro Trossard agrees terms & expected in Turkey by Thursday

  13-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leandro Trossard agrees terms & expected in Turkey by ThursdayLeandro Trossard is close to agreeing personal terms with Besiktas, with the final paperwork for his transfer being prepared ahead of a possible announcement this week.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesTurkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu broke the news on Sunday that Besiktas were in agreement with Leandro Trossard on a three-plus-one-year contract, a net salary under €8m (£6.8m), and add-ons.The news has since made it
  
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• Ten-man Kilmarnock leave it late against Elgin - League Cup round-up

  18-07-2026 19:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ten-man Kilmarnock needed a stoppage-time Joe Hugill goal to defeat League 2 hosts Elgin City 1-0 in the Premier Sports Cup group stage. Fellow Scottish Premiership side St Johnstone were comfortable winners as they dispatched Greenock Morton 3-0 at McDiarmid Park, while holders St Mirren beat Cove Rangers 4-0 at Balmoral Stadium. League 1 newcomers East Kilbride came from behind to beat Dumbarton 5-3 in a thrilling contest at K-Park and there were also wins for Airdrieonians, Ayr United, Invern
  
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• Pedulla: No talks between Fiorentina & Roma over Dodo

  18-07-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pedulla: No talks between Fiorentina & Roma over DodoAlfredo Pedulla has poured cold water on reports connecting Dodo with a move from Fiorentina to Roma, insisting no such negotiation exists.Speaking on his YouTube channel, via FirenzeViola, the transfer journalist was pointed in dismissing suggestions that the two clubs had opened talks over the full-back in the wake of Zeki Celik’s departure to Juventus.“Those who spoke of negotiations being set up between Fiorentina and Roma
  
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• Bayern Munich legend reveals club’s stance on Real Madrid target: ‘I know what they think…’

  18-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich legend reveals club’s stance on Real Madrid target: ‘I know what they think…’The only news grabbing all the headlines in Madrid currently is the saga of Michael Olise and his potential transfer from Bayern Munich.When Florentino Perez recently used the player’s name as a clever part of his presidential campaign against Enrique Riquelme, not much was made of the possibility.Now, however, word has it that Olise is pushing for the deal himself. Given how
  
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• Milan boss Amorim wants to assess Musah despite Leeds interest

  18-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan boss Amorim wants to assess Musah despite Leeds interestYunus Musah’s Milan future has become a subtle tug-of-war, with Leeds United keen on the midfielder but Ruben Amorim reluctant to let him go just yet.According to Carlo Pellegatti, speaking on his YouTube channel, via MilanNews.it, the Premier League club are pursuing the United States international, but the new Milan coach wants to take a closer look before making any decision.“Leeds are after Musah, but Musah is a player
  
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• Andoni Iraola makes shocking decision on who will replace Mohamed Salah

  18-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola makes shocking decision on who will replace Mohamed SalahLiverpool have got a problem to solve on the right side of their attack. Richard Hughes allowed Mohamed Salah to leave for free - ripping up the Egyptian King’s £400k per week contract one year early.And their preferred option to replace the 34-year-old - Yan Diomande - is off the table. It looks certain that the 19-year-old will be staying at RB Leipzig and - besides the favourites to land the Ivorian’s sig
  
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• Manchester City searching for wingers as Savinho nears £65M Tottenham transfer

  18-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City searching for wingers as Savinho nears £65M Tottenham transferMan City actively searching for winger additions as they close the sale of Savinho to TottenhamSavinho is set to join Tottenham in a deal worth around £65M after frustrating 2025-26 seasonThe sale would represent a significant outlay from Spurs as they rebuild under Roberto De ZerbiManchester City are actively searching for winger reinforcements as they close in on the sale of Savinho to Tottenham Hotspur f
  
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• Briefly in custody! The wild story of the World Cup final ref

  18-07-2026 18:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Briefly in custody! The wild story of the World Cup final refSlovenian referee Slavko Vinčić will officiate the decisive match between Argentina and Spain at this World Cup. FIFA announced this yesterday and shared a video showing how emotional the referee reacted to the decision. FIFA has chosen an experienced official. The Slovenian has been a FIFA referee since 2010 and knows the pressure of the big stage. He refereed, among other matches, the 2024 Champions League final b
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur to open talks over new deal for defender

  18-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur to open talks over new deal for defenderMicky van de Ven Contract Talks Give Tottenham Fresh Hope After Roberto De Zerbi ResetTottenham Hotspur are preparing to open formal discussions with Micky van de Ven over a new long-term contract, in what could become one of the most significant pieces of business of their summer. According to TeamTalk, there is growing belief inside the club that the Dutch defender can now be convinced to stay, despite earlier indications that h
  
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• Saliba weighs up avoiding back surgery after injury

  18-07-2026 18:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Saliba weighs up avoiding back surgery after injuryWilliam Saliba had to leave the pitch early during the World Cup semifinal between France and Spain (0-2). The first major updates on his injury are now known.  On Tuesday night, during the World Cup semifinal defeat against Spain, William Saliba was only able to play 29 minutes, having been troubled for several weeks by a back injury. Concern grew when he said: "My back gave out."Replaced by Maxence Lacroix, no one can say for certain what
  
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• 💣Juve-Richarlison, Milan exit and Romero fee: today's market 🤑

  18-07-2026 18:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣Juve-Richarlison, Milan exit and Romero fee: today's market 🤑As the day of the World Cup final draws closer (complete with Argentina’s lucky rituals), the transfer market is heating up more and more.Let’s take a look at today’s biggest news involving Italy’s top clubs.Juve, Richarlison is a targetAlongside concern over Ekhator’s injury (here are Spalletti’s comments), Juventus are keeping talks alive for Kolo Muani and are also exploring other
  
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• Roma bid €46m for West Ham forward Summerville

  18-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma bid €46m for West Ham forward SummervilleRoma have made their move for Crysencio Summerville, lodging a formal offer with West Ham as the pursuit of the Dutch winger accelerates sharply.According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Summerville has given his agreement to the Giallorossi, won over by the club’s project, and Roma have followed that up with an official proposal worth €46 million.The capital club now await West Ham’s response, with the expectation that a bid of that size s
  
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• FIFA World Cup: France v England

  18-07-2026 18:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Match report to appear here.When the World Cup finishes, the football continues on BBC SportWorld Cup fixtures and group standingsHow to watch the World Cup on the BBC
  
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• ❌ Florentino Pérez doesn’t want Rodri Hernández

  18-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ❌ Florentino Pérez doesn’t want Rodri HernándezDue to the World Cup final and his level, the debate around Rodri and Real Madrid has resurfaced.Some journalists reported this morning that Mourinho has asked for a midfielder with good ball control and that the club had opened the door to the possibility of Rodri.However, 'Matteo Moretto' has confirmed through a 'retweet' that this is not the case.The journalist made it clear that Florentino Pérez does not want to
  
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• Roma closing in on West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville

  18-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma closing in on West Ham’s Crysencio SummervilleSerie A side Roma appear to be making decisive progress in a move for West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville and a deal is edging closer.The Giallorssi had held key meetings with the player’s entourage when they were in Rome. They had made their offer clear and Gianluca Di Marzioreports that progress has been made.It is believed Roma have now offered a fee of €46 million to West Ham for the Dutchman. The Italian side feel they&r
  
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• World Cup champion pleads for Trump’s help in getting into US for Spain v Argentina

  18-07-2026 18:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Spain defender Joan Capdevila has publicly appealed to President Donald Trump for help in getting into the United States for the World Cup final. Capdevila, who helped Spain secure their only men's World Cup title in 2010, could miss Sunday's match after his application for visa-free travel was denied due to a past visit to Iran.The 48-year-old took to X on Friday night, stating: "I NEED HELP @realDonaldTrump!" He said his Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) application had
  
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• 🚨 Club World Cup: both finalists' training hit by weather ⛈️😱

  18-07-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Club World Cup: both finalists' training hit by weather ⛈️😱This World Cup weather, honestly...Argentina and Spain's preparations have been disrupted by their inability to train this Saturday.A thunderstorm led to the cancellation of both teams' training sessions, just over 24 hours before the World Cup final.The first to suffer were the Argentinians, who had to postpone their training session and go ride stationary bikes indoors.Then it was La Roja's turn, but
  
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• Real Madrid’s Right Flank Is Mastantuono’s to Lose This Preseason

  18-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid’s Right Flank Is Mastantuono’s to Lose This PreseasonFranco Mastantuono faces a defining preseason at Real Madrid, with Mundo Deportivo reporting that the 18-year-old Argentine winger must convince José Mourinho of his first-team credentials or risk being shipped out on loan before the season begins.A Difficult Debut Season at the BernabéuThe former River Plate attacker endured an uneven first campaign in Madrid, making 35 appearances – 17 as starter,
  
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• Real Madrid not planning to sign Man City midfield general despite senior players welcoming the idea

  18-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid not planning to sign Man City midfield general despite senior players welcoming the ideaAccording to The Athletic, Real Madrid have explicitly distanced themselves from a summer move for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, ruling out any interest in the Spain international. Earlier today, reports suggested that Los Blancos had changed their stance on a move for the Spaniard after the request from Jose Mourinho, coupled with the player’s exceptional displays at the World Cup.Howev
  
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• Andrey Santos makes Man United debut in pre-season friendly at Wrexham 🙌

  18-07-2026 18:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andrey Santos makes Man United debut in pre-season friendly at Wrexham 🙌Manchester United's pre-season campaign has got underway this afternoon in Helsinki with a clash against Wrexham, and one of their new boys has made his debut in red. 
  Having signed for just under £50m from Chelsea earlier this week, Andrey Santos wasted no time in getting minutes under his belt, starting alongside fellow ex-Blue Mason Mount in midfield. The 22-year-old got off to an impressive start
  
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• World Cup schedule today: How to watch France v England, TV channels & live stream Saturday 18 July

  18-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have a chance to help England secure a third-place finish.Photograph: Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty ImagesThe World Cup third-place game has a claim to being the most peculiar match in world soccer. It is the match nobody truly wants to play in. In other sports, a bronze medal is worth celebrating. In soccer, it’s a reminder of how a place in the World Cup final slipped through the fingers of the two teams involved.Nonetheless, England and France will face off in Mi
  
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• World Cup live updates: France vs. England lineups, preview for third-place game

  18-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neither England or France want to play in this game. They would rather be in New Jersey vying for the World Cup title. Instead, they'll face off in Miami for third place after both losing in the semifinals.There are some angles to this match that will be interesting to follow. First, it is the final one in charge of France for Didier Deschamps. The former midfielder led his country to titles at the 1998 World Cup and 2000 Euros as a player. As a manager, Les Bleus made back-to-back World Cup fin
  
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• Inside Iraola's first week at Liverpool and big decisions he faces

  18-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola replaced Arne Slot as Liverpool head coach in June [Getty Images]It is always difficult to know what to make of pre-season and how much of it is worth reading into before the real stuff begins. Iago Aspas scored and got an assist for Liverpool on his debut in a pre-season friendly in 2013 but only scored one competitive goal - against Oldham in the FA Cup - before returning to Spain the next summer.For Andoni Iraola though, this has been the week where life at Liverpool has really
  
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• England vs. France World Cup 3rd place live updates: Score, goals, highlights

  18-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Neither England or France want to play in this game. They would rather be in New Jersey vying for the World Cup title. Instead, they’ll face off in Miami for third place after losing in the semifinals.There are some angles to this match that will be interesting to follow. First, it is the final one in charge of France for Didier Deschamps. The former midfielder led his country to titles at the 1998 World Cup and 2000 Euros as a player. As a manager, Les Blues made back-to-back World Cup fi
  
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• Concern for Juventus as Ekhator suffers injury on pre-season debut

  18-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Concern for Juventus as Ekhator suffers injury on pre-season debutJuventus have an early injury worry on their hands after summer signing Jeff Ekhator was forced off during his first appearance for the club.According to TuttoMercatoWeb and Corriere dello Sport, the Italian striker lasted less than half an hour of Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Basel, Luciano Spalletti’s first match of the summer, before a physical problem obliged his withdrawal on 29 minutes, with Lois Openda
  
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• Report: Chelsea star could be set for loan exit this summer

  18-07-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Chelsea star could be set for loan exit this summerChelsea Weigh Mamadou Sarr Loan as Defensive Plans Take ShapeChelsea have a decision to make on Mamadou Sarr, and it is a straightforward one. Talent is not the issue, minutes are. According to The Standard, the club are seriously considering a loan move for the 20-year-old next season, with a preference for a Premier League destination.That makes sense. Sarr arrived from Strasbourg for around £12 million with a strong reputation a
  
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• Barcelona winger’s future remains unresolved as club prefer permanent transfer

  18-07-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona winger’s future remains unresolved as club prefer permanent transferRoony Bardghji has returned for FC Barcelona’s pre-season, but both the player and the club know that his future lies away from the Spotify Camp Nou, at least for the coming season.The Swedish winger reported for pre-season training alongside the rest of the squad, but Hansi Flick has already informed him that he is not part of his plans for the 2026/27 campaign.Barcelona’s summer signings of Anthony
  
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• Real Madrid have no intention of signing Rodri despite continuous links

  18-07-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid have no intention of signing Rodri despite continuous linksReal Madrid have no intention of pursuing a move for Manchester City midfielder Rodri this summer, according to The Athletic.The 30-year-old is reportedly open to a move to Los Blancos, but it appears the Madrid club is not interested in him. They are pursuing other targets in the market.Rodri had a subdued club campaign after returning from a long-term injury, but he has found his groove at the 2026 World Cup, anchoring Spai
  
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• Juventus eye Richarlison as Brazilian enters last year of Tottenham contract

  18-07-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus eye Richarlison as Brazilian enters last year of Tottenham contractJuventus have added Richarlison to their list of potential attacking reinforcements, with the Brazilian’s contract situation at Tottenham making him an appealing option this summer.Luciano Spalletti has been unambiguous about the task ahead: “Our squad needs to be strengthened or improved, and in some areas even completed. We have to do important work, and it will be done,” the coach said.According to L
  
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• Man United target Ederson makes decision over Atalanta future after transfer stalls

  18-07-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ederson has signed a new contract at Atalanta after the breakdown of his move to Manchester United. United had agreed a £35m fee with the Serie A club and personal terms with the midfielder.But they pulled out of the deal for the Brazil international when a medical after the World Cup revealed concerns about his knee.While United had not ruled out going back for Ederson and looking to renegotiate a different fee with Atalanta, the 27-year-old, who had entered the last year of his contract
  
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