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• McInnes on transfer priorities, Shankland & Jablonec

  19-08-2026 16:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derek McInnes has been speaking to the media before Rangers host Jablonec in the first leg of their Conference League play-off on Thursday.Here are the key points from the Ibrox boss:New signing Kosta Nedeljkovic is in the squad and ready to play - if registered in time - as he has been training with Aston Villa.James Penrice will also feature and McInnes says Rangers now "look a bit stronger than we did a week ago" at full-back.The priority in recruitment now is forward areas, with the club see
  
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• Suzuki and Ruggeri speak about Villa moves

  19-08-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa have welcomed Matteo Ruggeri and Zion Suzuki to Villa Park on Wednesday.Japan goalkeeper Suzuki told VillaTV that he aims to "make some history at this great club", while Italian defender Ruggeri said he had "no doubts" about joining Unai Emery's side.Suzuki, who has joined from Parma, said: "It was a great two seasons in Italy and also the World Cup as well. And my dream is to play in the Premier League."I want to prove myself at this highest level."Left-back Ruggeri, who spent last
  
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• Two collapses in four days - what's happening to Musiala?

  19-08-2026 17:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jamal Musiala collapsed for the second time in four days during Bayern Munich's pre-season friendly with Heidenheim on Wednesday[Getty Images]After coming on as a second-half substitute during Bayern Munich's pre-season friendly with Heidenheim on Tuesday, Jamal Musiala lasted just eight minutes before collapsing for the second time in four days.In scenes very similar to the incident against RB Leipzig on Saturday, the 23-year-old was comforted by team-mates including England captain Harry Kane.
  
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• Why Rush was the 'pioneer' of defending from the front

  19-08-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]A week before the start of the new Premier League season, a new exhibition opened at the Liverpool FC museum at Anfield.It is devoted to the goalscoring exploits of legendary striker Ian Rush and highlights the role he played in the club's incredible success during the 1980s and 1990s.But at a time when modern football and its surrounding football lexicon is packed full of "high press, counter-pressing and triggers", then maybe it is a worthwhile exercise to reflect on how the man
  
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• McInnes backs Shankland for 'big influence' at Rangers

  19-08-2026 17:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lawrence Shankland is "too good not to score regularly" and is sure to have a "big influence" at Rangers whether or not he starts games, insists manager Derek McInnes.Shankland has scored once in five outings since his move to Ibrox and the captain was used as a substitute on Sunday as Rangers beat St Mirren 5-1 for their first win of the season.The 31-year-old Scotland striker hit 22 goals for Hearts last term working under McInnes."When you have a player like Lawrence, who knows his way around
  
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• Real Sociedad and Al-Hilal among clubs keen on Sarr

  19-08-2026 17:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr is attracting interest from Spanish side Real Sociedad and Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal.They are among a long list of interested clubs, including teams in the Premier League and several competing in the Europa League or Champions League.Some clubs, such as Sociedad, are considering a loan move, while others are interested in signing the 20-year-old Senegal international on a permanent deal.Sarr is among a group of players not training with Xabi Alons
  
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• Brazilian defender returns to Fortuna Sittard after just over one season in Argentina

  19-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazilian defender returns to Fortuna Sittard after just over one season in ArgentinaFortuna Sittard have announced that Brazilian defender Rodrigo Guth is back at the club. The 25-year-old central defender only left Fortuna Sittard last summer to join Telleres in Argentina, but having made just six appearances in over a season and a half, he has decided to return to Fortuna Sittard. Guth has signed a one year deal with the club.Prior to joining Fortuna Sittard for the first time in 2022, Guth h
  
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• Barcelona reach agreement with 31-year-old Croatian star; club-to-club talks underway

  19-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona reach agreement with 31-year-old Croatian star; club-to-club talks underwayIt appears like FC Barcelona are moving swiftly in their pursuit of Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic.Indeed, according to Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu, the La Liga champions have reached an agreement over personal terms with the 31-year-old shot-stopper.Talks with his club, Fenerbahce, are now underway as the Blaugrana aim to agree terms over a transfer at the earliest.Why Livakovic?Barcelona came i
  
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• 'Reliable' Elvedi 'can't wait' to walk out at Elland Road

  19-08-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]New signing Nico Elvedi says he is looking forward to the "special moment" he walks through the Elland Road tunnel for the first time and sees the Leeds United supporters. The 29-year-old centre-back, who has joined from Borussia Monchengladbach, said Switzerland team-mate Noah Okafor told him many "good things about the club" while at the 2026 World Cup and he liked what he heard."I am very happy to be here, everything is done and I can't wait to play for this club," Elvedi said.
  
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• 🚨 Another £60m transfer! Man City sell another top player

  19-08-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Another £60m transfer! Man City sell another top playerTijjani Reijnders has left Manchester City and joined Saudi Arabian club Al Qadsiah on a permanent deal. The Premier League giants confirmed the move late on Wednesday afternoon. According to media reports, the Sky Blues will receive €61 million for the midfield playmaker.The transfer is still subject to international clearance.The Netherlands international joined City from AC Milan in June 2025. In total, he made 50 app
  
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• 🎧 Colback joins Shut Up and Show More Football

  19-08-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A new episode of Shut Up and Show More Football is available on BBC Sounds and this week's special guest is former Nottingham Forest midfielder Jack Colback.Colback, who was part of the Reds' Premier League promotion-winning team in 2022, will be joining BBC Radio Nottingham's commentary team for some of this season's fixtures, including Saturday's season opener against Leeds United.Speaking about Forest's ambitions for the 2026-27 season, Colback said: "From the owner's point of view, he will b
  
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• West Ham United forward Asseyi signs new two-year deal

  19-08-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United forward Asseyi signs new two-year dealWest Ham United forward Viviane Asseyi has signed a new two-year deal with the club.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Hammers this afternoon.The 32-year-old attacker joined West Ham United from FC Bayern Munich in summer 2022. Asseyi has gone on to make 108 appearances for the East Londoners in all competitions in which she has scored 32 goals.Asseyi is a key player for The Hammers and the clu
  
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• Vrancken on Williams deal, Rapid Vienna & Hearts' last chance

  19-08-2026 17:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wouter Vrancken has been speaking to the media before Hearts host Rapid Vienna in the Conference League play-off first leg on Thursday.Here are the key points:The Tynecastle boss confirms a move for Rhode Island FC striker JJ Williams is "happening on the background" but Vrancken is keen to focus on the current squad amid a hectic run of games.Harry Milne and Laurent Mendy are doubts but the latter could be fit for next week.On free-scoring Rapid, Vrancken says they are "better on the ball" than
  
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• Official referees for Serie A Week 1 fixtures assigned

  19-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official referees for Serie A Week 1 fixtures assignedThe new Serie A season kicks off this weekend, and the referees have been assigned to the Week 1 fixtures, including Inter-Monza, Genoa-Napoli, Frosinone-Juventus, Torino-Milan and Roma-Fiorentina.The 2026/27 campaign begins on Saturday with four matches, there will be another four on Sunday, then two to finish off the round on Monday.As it is August, these will be evening kick-offs to ensure players are not forced to sweat it out under the h
  
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• Free agent Dieng set for intensive Lazio medical on August 20

  19-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Free agent Dieng set for intensive Lazio medical on August 20Free agent Bamba Dieng will have an in-depth medical exam with Lazio on Thursday, also linked with Middlesbrough, Hull City and Wrexham, claim multiple reports.The 26-year-old Senegal international saw his contract with Lorient expire on June 30, having previously played for Angers and Olympique Marseille.Dieng convinced by LazioPARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 28: Bamba Dieng of Senegal looks on during the warm up prior to an international
  
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• Barcelona new signing set to be the team’s second highest earner behind Lamine Yamal – report

  19-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona new signing set to be the team’s second highest earner behind Lamine Yamal – reportYesterday, Barcelona made the arrival of Rodri from Manchester City official, thereby completing one of the biggest transfers of the summer and also putting an end to the suspense around one of the world’s worst-kept secrets.The player arrived in Catalonia, completed his medical examination and even put pen to paper to officially sign for the club. Later in the day, he even gave a detai
  
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• Barcelona new signing Rodri’s shirt number for 2026/27 season confirmed

  19-08-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona new signing Rodri’s shirt number for 2026/27 season confirmedBarcelona have officially confirmed the shirt number Rodri will wear during the 2026/27 season, with the club’s new summer signing taking over the No. 16 jersey.The shirts bearing that number are already available for sale at the club store.The Spanish midfielder arrived at Barça with a clear message about what he hopes to achieve in his new chapter.“Let’s go for the Champions League and everyth
  
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• Ederson opens up about failed Manchester United transfer: “I’m happy to stay”

  19-08-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ederson opens up about failed Manchester United transfer: “I’m happy to stay”Earlier this summer, Manchester United were close to signing Ederson from Atalanta. But a deal fell through due to medical reasons, leading to the midfielder staying in Bergamo.La Dea take on Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Conference League playoff first-leg tomorrow and the Brazilian was present in the press conference ahead of the tie.He was asked about his stay in Bergamo and he made it clear that he was ha
  
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• Lampard on team news, transfers and starting against the champions

  19-08-2026 17:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Coventry boss Frank Lampard has been speaking to the media before Friday's opening Premier League game against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 20:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Ephron Mason-Clark and Jack Rudoni are "in contention" for the season opener but striker Haji Wright could be sidelined for "up to 12 weeks" with a quad muscle injury.Lampard said the season "couldn't start at a harder place" but Coventry will go to Arsenal "with belief" and will carry that
  
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• Real Madrid consider the signing of teenage midfield prodigy a ‘done deal’ – report

  19-08-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid consider the signing of teenage midfield prodigy a ‘done deal’ – reportAs reported previously, Real Madrid have intensified their efforts to secure the signing of Racing Santander’s highly-rated midfielder Sergio Martinez, with the Spanish giants eager to wrap up a deal swiftly. The 19-year-old has become one of the most coveted young talents in Spanish football, prompting a fierce recruitment battle that also includes arch-rivals FC Barcelona.Contradicting re
  
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• 2026-27 Premier League odds: Who will be champions, top scorer and suffer relegation?

  19-08-2026 17:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The bookmakers seem to think the 2026-27 Premier League season is a straightforward betting exercise, with clear-cut favorites across the board, from the champions, to Golden Boot, to relegation.MORE — New managers & their chances | Premier League kitsBut you, an astute and keen observer of the beautiful game, know it is never quite that simple. Sure, everybody is picking Arsenal go back-to-back, Erling Halaand to do the same, and for the three newly promoted sides to all be relegated.
  
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• Nottingham Forest sign Chelsea keeper Cox on loan

  19-08-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest sign Chelsea keeper Cox on loanNottingham Forest have completed the signing of Chelsea goalkeeper Katie Cox on a season-long loan deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Tricky Trees just a short time ago.The 20-year-old is a product of the Chelsea academy system and she has already featured in some first team matchday squads. The player has just signed a new three-year deal with The Blues.Cox has also furthered her development i
  
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• Arsenal striker’s hesitance complicates Napoli transfer

  19-08-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal striker’s hesitance complicates Napoli transferNapoli’s pursuit of Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has hit a new roadblock over the fact that the player doesn’t currently appear to be open to the move.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMatteo Moretto reports that Gabriel Jesus is currently not open to a move to Napoli, despite a good relationship between the Serie A club and Arsenal.The striker is reportedly taking his time with a decision on his future, waiting to u
  
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• Zavier Gozo's Crystal Palace move gives USMNT another young player to watch in Europe

  19-08-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zavier Gozo, the 19-year-old winger who was in the mix for the United States World Cup squad, has sealed a move from MLS side Real Salt Lake to Crystal Palace of the Premier League.The transfer, which is for a reported club-record $15 million fee, will also include a sell-on percentage for RSL. Gozo’s contract with the reigning Conference League winners is for five years."I'm really looking forward to playing in the Premier League with Crystal Palace. It's the dream of any footballer," Goz
  
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• Liverpool told to avoid major transfer mistake by former star

  19-08-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool told to avoid major transfer mistake by former starLiverpool Transfer News: Why Cody Gakpo Should Not Be Sold This SummerAs the summer window moves into its final stretch, Liverpool transfer news has settled on a familiar theme, noise, speculation and the usual rush to manufacture uncertainty. This time, Cody Gakpo is in the middle of it. According to John Aldridge for The Liverpool Echo, Liverpool would be making a serious mistake if they allowed the Dutch forward to leave before the
  
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• Arsenal, Crystal Palace, and Fulham interested in Brest’s Raphael Le Guen

  19-08-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal, Crystal Palace, and Fulham interested in Brest’s Raphael Le GuenInterest in Stade Brestois defender Raphael Le Guen (19) is growing among Premier League clubs, as per a report from Foot Mercato.Le Guen made his breakthrough into the Brest first team last season, making six appearances in Ligue 1. Given departures this summer, further opportunities could be forthcoming for the French centre-back. However, that is assuming that he remains with Les Ty-Zéfs. There is
  
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• Report: Arsenal pushing hard to sign Premier League defender

  19-08-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal pushing hard to sign Premier League defenderArsenal close on Ezri Konsa transfer as Ben White set to stayArsenal are moving decisively in the market and the focus has turned sharply towards an experienced Premier League solution. According to TeamTalk, the club are now advancing in discussions to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, with momentum building around a move that has been developing for several weeks.The latest indications are that talks have accelerated and that Arsenal
  
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• Barcelona midfielder slams the door on Manchester United’s £35 million offer – report

  19-08-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfielder slams the door on Manchester United’s £35 million offer – reportAccording to the Mirror (h/t SPORT), FC Barcelona midfielder Gavi has rejected the possibility of joining Manchester United, despite the English club’s interest in recent days. The Red Devils are looking to strengthen their midfield, but the player’s response has been clear and unequivocal: he does not want to leave Barcelona.£35 million offer from Manchester UnitedAs per the
  
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• 'Massive privilege' to be a part of promotion celebrations - Kelly

  19-08-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Coventry City captain Liam Kelly told BBC CWR "it was an honour" to hand the Championship trophy to skipper Matt Grimes at the 'We Are Back' parade earlier this summer.Midfielder Kelly made a total of 180 appearances for Coventry after arriving in 2017, and helped the club earn promotion from League Two in 2018.He was also the captain of the side when they won promotion from League One as title winners in 2020.When he left the Sky Blues in May 2024, former manager Mark Robin
  
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• 'Happy' or 'baffled'? Fans on Baleba pursuit

  19-08-2026 16:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Manchester United reigniting their interest in Brighton's Carlos Baleba, having already pursued a deal for the midfielder 12 months ago.Here are some of your comments:Dave: That's the last-minute decision! I know it has been talked about for a year or so, but in that year he has been non-existent. It seems a bad choice to me. Myles Lewis-Skelly surely outshines Baleba in all aspects football-related and money-related? And, more importantly, he is fit
  
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