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• Lyon owner John Textor plotting Crystal Palace takeover

  10-05-2025 11:22 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  Lyon owner John Textor plotting Crystal Palace takeoverAccording to The Guardian journalist Ed Aarons, John Textor is planning an ambitious takeover of Crystal Palace. The American businessman is also the owner of Olympique Lyonnais, RWD Molenbeek and Botafogo under his Eagle Football umbrella of clubs. Textor is an existing shareholder at the Premier League club. The Lyon owner already owns 45% of the East London club and is planning to acquire a further percentage that would see his
  
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• Done deals: Every official transfer in Serie A on January 9

  09-01-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Done deals: Every official transfer in Serie A on January 9Hamza Rafia has left Lecce for Esperance, Lazio have completed a major midfield signing with Kenneth Taylor from Ajax and Fiorentina have strengthened their squad with the arrival of Marco Brescianini in another busy day of Serie A transfers.Which transfers were announced in Serie A on January 9, 2026?Football Italia takes a look at every confirmed transfer involving clubs from Italy’s top flight today.Lecce were active at both end
  
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• How to watch Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa live: FA Cup stream link, TV channel, team news, prediction

  09-01-2026 21:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  Aston Villa trail Premier League leaders Arsenal by just six points with 17 games left to play — hardly an insurmountable hill to climb — but the FA Cup represents the best chance for Unai Emery's side to win a trophy this season, beginning with the premier tie of the third round on Saturday, away to struggling Tottenham Hotspur.MORE — FA Cup 3rd round schedule & resultsSpurs are once again languishing down in the bottom half of the table (14th) with Thomas Frank the l
  
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• Chelsea game 'not an autograph session' for Addicks

  09-01-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones says his side need to make sure their FA Cup third round tie against Chelsea does not turn into an "autograph session" when they face the Blues for the first time since 2007.The Addicks host Chelsea at The Valley on Saturday (20:00 GMT) in Liam Rosenior's first game in charge since taking over as head coach at Stamford Bridge.Chelsea have won just two of their past 11 games in all competitions, while Charlton have not won in four. The Addicks have not advanced
  
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• Report: Serie A side eyeing move to sign Tottenham Hotspur star

  09-01-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Serie A side eyeing move to sign Tottenham Hotspur starTottenham Hotspur Defender Could be Set for January ExitCredit to Sky Sports for the latest update regarding Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer business. As the report states, “Roma are preparing an offer for Tottenham defender Radu Dragusin, according to Sky in Italy.” The shape of that approach matters as much as the name.Roma proposal details worth watchingSky’s information suggests a deal built to protect R
  
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• Journalist heaps praise on ‘phenomenal’ Liverpool star after Arsenal draw

  09-01-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Journalist heaps praise on ‘phenomenal’ Liverpool star after Arsenal drawDavid Lynch heaps praise on Liverpool star after Arsenal drawMilos Kerkez’s display in Liverpool’s 0-0 draw at league leaders Arsenal provided a timely reminder that reputations are too often shaped by moments, not matches.Kerkez, a £40m summer arrival from AFC Bournemouth, has endured a baptism by opinion as much as by Premier League football. The criticism has been loud and sometimes lazy. Ye
  
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• Huijsen And Mbappe To Start | 4-4-2 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Barcelona

  09-01-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Huijsen And Mbappe To Start | 4-4-2 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs BarcelonaReal Madrid will clash heads with Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final this Sunday night as they look to secure a win and lift the trophy. Los Blancos managed to secure a hard-fought 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this clash.Xabi Alonso will set his players up in a 4-4-2 formation and is expected to make some tweaks to his first XI for this game. Dean Huijsen
  
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• Official: Lazio sign Kenneth Taylor from Ajax

  09-01-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Official: Lazio sign Kenneth Taylor from AjaxLazio have confirmed the signing of Dutch midfielder Kenneth Taylor from Ajax.In an official statement published through their channels, the Biancocelesti announced the transfer and welcomed the 23-year-old to Rome.The deal is believed to have cost the Serie A side in the region of €15 million, plus €2 million in bonuses.Lazio have moved quickly to reinforce their midfield, especially with the departure of Matteo Guendouzi, who is set to joi
  
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• Yoro To Start, Heaven On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs Brighton

  09-01-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Yoro To Start, Heaven On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup Vs BrightonManchester United will entertain Brighton and Hove Albion at Old Trafford this Sunday as they look to secure a good result at home in the FA Cup. The Red Devils were held to a 2-2 draw away at Burnley recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.The Mancunian giants will set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation and are expected to make one change to their first team for this clash. Leny Yoro
  
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• Door OPEN for Liverpool to re-sign special academy graduate for free

  09-01-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Door OPEN for Liverpool to re-sign special academy graduate for freeLiverpool are needing to add more players of homegrown status to fill their squad. Right now, they have fulfilled their entire non-homegrown quota of 17 players, but there's still room to grow in the homegrown area.So, what better way to do that than to re-sign former academy players who showed special talent but for one reason or another just never quite made it at the club, only to go on and excel elsewhere.One such option is
  
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• Pools boss thrilled to have backing of new owner

  09-01-2026 21:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Nicky Featherstone has won five of his 13 games in charge of Hartlepool [Getty Images]Hartlepool United manager Nicky Featherstone says he is thrilled to have received the backing of the club's new owner.American real estate developer Landon Smith completed a takeover of the National League club on New Year's Eve, ending Raj Singh's seven-and-a-half year tenure in charge.Featherstone was appointed Pools' permanent boss by Singh last month, following the departure of Simon Grayson in October.He h
  
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• Inter stepping up chase for right wing-back after Joao Cancelo failure

  09-01-2026 21:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter stepping up chase for right wing-back after Joao Cancelo failureInter’s search for a right wing-back is reaching a critical stage as the club shifts focus following the failed pursuit of João Cancelo.According to Pasquale Guarro of Calciomercato, the Nerazzurri are now actively trying to secure a new arrival for Cristian Chivu’s flank, as the current options are stretched thin.Notably, the urgency stems from a combination of injuries and declining reliability. While Luis
  
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• Are Wrexham about to repeat history in the FA Cup? 👀

  09-01-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  Are Wrexham about to repeat history in the FA Cup? 👀Wrexham are architects of some of the FA Cup's most memorable giant killings.The Championship newcomers famously claimed a series of top flight scalps with West Ham, Middlesbrough and, most memorably, Arsenal all succumbing to them.History could be about to repeat itself again for Phil Parkinson's side as they host another high-flying opponent in Nottingham Forest in Friday's third round encounter.
  The Red Dragons raced into a two-goal
  
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• Jesus, White And Eze To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Portsmouth

  09-01-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Jesus, White And Eze To Start | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs PortsmouthArsenal will face off against Portsmouth at Fratton Park this Sunday as they look to secure a positive result on the road in the FA Cup. The Gunners were held to a goalless draw by Liverpool recently, so they would be eager to get back to winning ways in domestic football.Mikel Arteta will stick with his favoured 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make a whole host of changes to his first team for this game. Gabriel Jesu
  
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• 📽 Hat-trick in 22 minutes for Benzema 🥵

  09-01-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  📽 Hat-trick in 22 minutes for Benzema 🥵Le Nueve is in great shape! Karim Benzema continues to shine in Saudi Arabia.This Friday, the French striker once again showcased his talent by scoring a hat-trick with Al-Ittihad.Within 22 minutes, the former Real Madrid player turned the game around, opening the score with a penalty (13') before scoring two more goals before halftime (28', 35').
  This hat-trick confirms Benzema's impressive streak this season.He now has a total of 11 g
  
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• Nottingham Forest keen on Lazio midfielder Dele-Bashiru

  09-01-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Nottingham Forest keen on Lazio midfielder Dele-BashiruJanuary could yet bring further departures at Lazio, with Nottingham Forest emerging as a potential destination for midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.According to Italian reports, via TuttoMercatoWeb, Nottingham Forest have made an exploratory enquiry for the 2001-born midfielder.After the exits of Valentín Castellanos to West Ham and Matteo Guendouzi to Fenerbahce, Lazio may not be finished reshaping their squad.PARMA, ITALY – DEC
  
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• Official | Matteo Guendouzi joins Fenerbahçe

  09-01-2026 21:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  Official | Matteo Guendouzi joins FenerbahçeFenerbahçe have confirmed the signing of Matteo Guendouzi (28) from Lazio. The France international midfielder has signed a 4 and a half year contract with the Turkish club. Neither club has disclosed details regarding the value of the transfer. However, it is believed to be somewhere in the region of €15m. Guendouzi arrives in Turkey after two seasons in Rome in which he made over 80 appearances in all competitions for the Seri
  
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• Crisis club ready to GIFTWRAP £78m forward for Liverpool

  09-01-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Crisis club ready to GIFTWRAP £78m forward for LiverpoolLiverpool spent £450m on new players last summer.But there are indications that Richard Hughes isn’t quite ready to quit spending. Despite registering blockbuster deals for several attackers Liverpool’s needs up top remain profound.The uncertainty around Mohamed Salah’s future could see the Egyptian King depart in summer 2026.And on the other side of the attack the Reds’ sporting director Richard Hughes d
  
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• Bogle And Okafor To Start | 3-5-2 Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Derby County

  09-01-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Bogle And Okafor To Start | 3-5-2 Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Derby CountyLeeds United will face off against Derby County at Pride Park this Sunday as they look to secure a good result on the road in the FA Cup. The Whites suffered a tough 4-3 defeat away at Newcastle United recently, so they would be eager to put in a much-improved showing in the cup this weekend.Daniel Farke will set his players up in a 3-5-2 formation and is expected to make some changes to his first team for this game.
  
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• Barcelona intend to sign Marcus Rashford on permanent deal from Manchester United

  09-01-2026 21:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona intend to sign Marcus Rashford on permanent deal from Manchester UnitedBarcelona manager Hansi Flick has been singing the praises of Marcus Rashford in recent weeks, and it appears the club are of the same opinion as the German manager. The Blaugrana intend to make his stay a permanent one beyond the end of the season.Rashford arrived on loan from Manchester United in the summer, after a positive loan spell at Aston Villa in the second half of last season. Discarded by Manchester Unite
  
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• 😳 Total lapse: Guirassy suffers another low point against Dortmund

  09-01-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  😳 Total lapse: Guirassy suffers another low point against DortmundThe evening actually started off perfectly from Dortmund’s perspective. After about ten minutes, Ryerson played a superb low cross to Maxi Beier, who finished ice-cold from just a few meters out. Shock for SGE, a boost for BVB. Or so you’d think!After Dortmund took the lead, Frankfurt gained more and more control in the black-and-yellow half and came ever closer to equalizing. That equalizer would then be more
  
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• 5 goals in 5 matches, this AFCON star is on fire 🔥

  09-01-2026 20:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  5 goals in 5 matches, this AFCON star is on fire 🔥Received 5/5! A substitute at Real Madrid where he has only started 4 matches this season, Brahim Diaz is experiencing a true revival with the Moroccan national team.That's an understatement! Currently engaged with the Atlas Lions against Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the CAN, the right winger has scored again. 
  Perfectly assisted by another man in form, Ayoub El Kaabi, Diaz scored his fifth goal in as many matches.&nbs
  
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• Sky Sports: Brentford agree £8.7m deal to sign striker

  09-01-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Sky Sports: Brentford agree £8.7m deal to sign strikerBrentford Agree £8.7m Deal for Club Brugge Striker Kaye FuroBrentford have once again moved swiftly in the transfer market, agreeing a headline £8.7m (€10m) deal with Club Brugge for 18-year-old striker Kaye Furo, according to Lyall Thomas for Sky Sports. The fee, notable for a player of such limited senior exposure, signals a continuation of the club’s aggressive investment in youth and high-upside recruitment.&n
  
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• PSG open contract negotiations with Ousmane Dembélé and Bradley Barcola

  09-01-2026 20:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  PSG open contract negotiations with Ousmane Dembélé and Bradley BarcolaPSG have opened contract negotiations with Ousmane Dembélé (28) and Bradley Barcola (23), according to a report from Fabrice Hawkins. The French champions are eager to extend the deals of their forwards after stellar seasons last term. In addition to wanting to reward their players for their treble winning performances last term, Les Parisiens will also be keen to fend off interest from o
  
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• Fresh Report Emerges As Celtic Strike Deal With Hajduk Split For This Versatile Canadian: Why O’Neill Must Make The Call

  09-01-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fresh Report Emerges As Celtic Strike Deal With Hajduk Split For This Versatile Canadian: Why O’Neill Must Make The CallIf a report from the Croatian outlet 24Sata is believed to be true, Celtic have already struck a £3m deal with Hajduk Split for Niko Sigur. The young Canadian was recommended and sanctioned by Wilfried Nancy before being relieved of his duties following their 3-1 Old Firm derby defeat against Rangers, and according to The Daily Record, the board have now put the tra
  
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• Augsburg rocked by news of serious injury to defensive talisman Chrislain Matsima

  09-01-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  Augsburg rocked by news of serious injury to defensive talisman Chrislain MatsimaBundesliga relegation candidates FC Augsburg found themselves rocked by potentially ahead of the Bundesliga restart. As confirmed by FCA head coach Manuel Baum at a Friday press conference, rock-solid centre-back Chrislain Matsima has incurred a serious thigh injury in training. After logging maximum minutes in 14 of Augsburg’s competitive fixtures this season, the 23-year-old may be set for surgery. Baum
  
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• Former Chelsea employee who created false refunds on tickets spared jail over £200,000 fraud

  09-01-2026 20:42 via yahoo.com
  A former Chelsea employee has been spared jail after defrauding the Premier League club of more than £200,000. Claire Walsh, 39, an assistant treasury manager, admitted to dishonestly abusing her position to illicitly obtain £208,521.65 for herself between June 8, 2019, and October 23, 2023.Isleworth Crown Court sentenced her to two years’ imprisonment, suspended for 18 months, on Friday.The court heard that Walsh exploited the club's season ticket exchange system, which allowe
  
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• One Manchester City midfielder can be deployed at centre-back amid injury crisis admits Pep Guardiola

  09-01-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  One Manchester City midfielder can be deployed at centre-back amid injury crisis admits Pep GuardiolaPep Guardiola has named one member of his Manchester City midfield that could yet be deployed in the centre of his defence amid an ongoing injury crisis in the position.City head into their midweek Premier League clash with Brighton facing unprecedented strain at the heart of their back line, following a damaging run of injuries that has significantly reduced Pep Guardiola’s options.The Eti
  
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• Milan starlet Bartesaghi matches decades-old Beckham record at Milan

  09-01-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Milan starlet Bartesaghi matches decades-old Beckham record at MilanDavide Bartesaghi has written his name into a remarkable Milan statistical footnote, matching a record that had stood untouched for well over a decade and previously belonged to one of the most iconic players ever to wear the Rossoneri shirt.During Milan’s latest Serie A outing against Genoa, the young full-back emerged as a constant outlet down the flank, delivering a relentless stream of balls into the box.ITALY –
  
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• Solskjaer set for face-to-face talks with Man Utd chiefs

  09-01-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  Solskjaer previously managed Manchester United from 2018 to 2021 [Getty Images]Manchester United's appointment of a caretaker manager until the end of the season is reaching its conclusion, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer due to have face-to-face talks about a return to the club on Saturday.It is understood former midfielder and ex-Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick, the other frontrunner for the role, has already met United chiefs.United want an appointment before next weekend's Manchester derby.Club
  
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