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• Michael Olise will not force 2026 move to Real Madrid

  24-07-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Michael Olise will not force 2026 move to Real MadridReal Madrid are looking to add to their four signings already made this summer, and by far the biggest could be Michael Olise. Florentino Perez has ambitions to bring the French winger to the Bernabeu, and he’s been handed a boost in recent weeks as it’s been reported that the player wants to go to the Spanish capital.Olise is seen as the ideal player to complete Real Madrid’s attack alongside the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vini
  
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• Rochdale sign goalkeeper Waller on one-year deal

  24-07-2026 18:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sam Waller played in League Two with Crewe and Harrogate Town last season [Shutterstock]Rochdale have signed goalkeeper Sam Waller on a one-year deal.The 22-year-old made 20 league appearances for Dale during a loan spell from Burnley in 2024-25.He spent the first half of last season on loan at Crewe and joined Harrogate on a short-term deal in February, but only made one appearance as they were relegated from League Two."Having been here before, knowing a few of the lads and obviously the suppo
  
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• Leipzig put in a bid for Lorient’s rising star Imrane Camara

  24-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leipzig put in a bid for Lorient’s rising star Imrane CamaraRB Leipzig are reported to have made a substantial offer to FC Lorient in a bid to secure the services of Imrane Camara (16), according to information from Foot Mercato. Several French and Spanish clubs are also said to have expressed an interest.However, Les Merlus hope to fend off these approaches, as they would like to reach an agreement quickly to offer the young attacking midfielder his first professional contract.Regarded as
  
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• IOC says Infantino complaint outside its scope

  24-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  President Trump called Fifa counterpart Gianni Infantino during the World Cup to ask for a review of US striker Folarin Balogun's red card [Getty Images]The International Olympic Committee says it will not investigate Gianni Infantino as a complaint about the Fifa president is outside its scope.Human rights campaign group FairSquare complained to the IOC that Infantino had breached its charter by failing to adhere to rules on political neutrality "through statements or other clear expressions of
  
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• Complaint against FIFA president Gianni Infantino rejected by IOC

  24-07-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Complaint against FIFA president Gianni Infantino rejected by IOCThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) has rejected a complaint lodged against FIFA president Gianni Infantino.It ruled that it does not have the authority to investigate allegations surrounding the football chief’s political neutrality.Human rights organisation FairSquare had asked the IOC’s Ethics Commission to examine what it described as Infantino’s repeated violations of political neutrality.They cited his
  
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• Fifa chief Gianni Infantino to escape IOC investigation over Donald Trump allegations

  24-07-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will not investigate claims that Fifa president Gianni Infantino violated Olympic neutrality rules through his interactions with United States President Donald Trump.Human rights organisation FairSquare lodged a complaint with the IOC earlier this month, highlighting Fifa’s decision to postpone a World Cup suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun. This deferral reportedly followed a personal request from President Trump to Infantino to review the
  
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• Pirlo begins to assemble new Italy staff

  24-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pirlo begins to assemble new Italy staffAndrea Pirlo is set to become the new Italy coach and his staff is taking shape too, including some familiar faces.It is now widely reported by multiple sources that Pirlo has been offered the job and accepted, the third choice after Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola turned down the opportunity.The only delay now is so that he can terminate his current contract with UAE club United FC, then sign the new deal with the Nazionale until the 2030 World Cup.Pirl
  
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• Maresca: ‘A privilege’ to replace Guardiola, ‘good’ Donnarumma-Haaland combination

  24-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Maresca: ‘A privilege’ to replace Guardiola, ‘good’ Donnarumma-Haaland combinationEnzo Maresca says replacing Pep Guardiola in the Manchester City dugout is a ‘privilege’ and views the promising link-up between Gianluigi Donnarumma and Erling Haaland as one of the ways his side can pose a threat to rivals in the upcoming campaign.Italian tactician Maresca was appointed as Manchester City’s new head coach today.He replaces Guardiola after the Spaniard spe
  
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• Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca reacts to Real Madrid-Rodri speculation

  24-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca reacts to Real Madrid-Rodri speculationReal Madrid are not actively pursuing signings at this stage, but they could look to add one or two more to the four already brought in earlier this summer. Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Bernardo Silva are in the door, and in the case of the latter, he could be joined by former Manchester City teammate Rodri.Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho is keen to add another midfielder to his ranks, and af
  
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• Como in exciting 2-2 draw with Paris FC, Udinese lose Swansea City friendly

  24-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como in exciting 2-2 draw with Paris FC, Udinese lose Swansea City friendlyComo played an exciting 2-2 draw with Diego Coppola’s Paris FC, while Udinese were beaten 2-0 by Swansea City in today’s pre-season friendlies.We are less than a month away from the start of the Serie A season, so the teams are beginning to gear up for the real games.Como and Udinese in actionMILAN, ITALY – APRIL 21: Como 1907 coach Cesc Fabregas looks on during the Coppa Italia match between FC Internaz
  
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• Chiesa’s Italy future back in focus with Pirlo taking charge

  24-07-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chiesa’s Italy future back in focus with Pirlo taking chargeFederico Chiesa’s Italy future is set to become one of the key talking points surrounding the Azzurri in the coming weeks, particularly if Andrea Pirlo is appointed as expected.Chiesa could be handed a fresh opportunity with the Italy national team by incoming head coach Andrea Pirlo after contributing to 25 goals for Juventus during the 2020-21 season under his management.La Gazzetta dello Sport highlights that Pirlo and Ch
  
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• Jurgen Klopp unveiled by Germany: Needs 'very good, intense football,' threatens to quit, sets expectations

  24-07-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Germany manager Jurgen Klopp was introduced to the media on Friday and wasted little time making a stir.Klopp, 59, hailed the job as the pinnacle of his career, saying it could well be his very last manager's job in the sport, and also threatened to quit if the German media turned on him the way it did Julian Nagelsmann and Thomas Tuchel at this summer's World Cup.MORE — Completed Premier League transfers, Summer 2026“I’m doing the job even though I’ve heard how
  
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• Sydney sporting director backs new 1. FC Köln signing Paul Okon-Engstler for rapid Bundesliga rise

  24-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sydney sporting director backs new 1. FC Köln signing Paul Okon-Engstler for rapid Bundesliga riseFollowing confirmation of his transfer to 1. FC Köln yesterday, Paul Okon-Engstler’s now-former Sydney FC sporting director has backed the 21-year-old to become one of Australia’s all-time greats. While he may have only worked with the already ten-times-capped Aussie international for a year, former Bundesliga professional Alexander Baumjohann knows his football.Baumjohann &nda
  
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• Paris FC’s Willem Geubbels courted by Serie A clubs

  24-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Paris FC’s Willem Geubbels courted by Serie A clubsParis FC’s Willem Geubbels (24) has attracted interest from several clubs, including some in Serie A, according to reports in L’Équipe.Having joined from FC St Gallen last summer, the Villeurbanne-born player has had a mixed season in the Capital. Flitting between starting and substitute roles, the Olympique Lyonnais academy graduate made 27 appearances (15 as a starter) across all competitions, finding the net five time
  
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• 2 key Arsenal staff additions confirmed by training photos

  24-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2 key Arsenal staff additions confirmed by training photosArsenal’s return to pre-season training has effectively confirmed the addition of Eneko Angulo and Arnaldo Abrantes to the club’s medical and fitness staff, with both in attendance this week.Photo via afcstuff on TwitterArsenal have been linked with plenty of changes in the medical and fitness teams this summer, and a couple of those have been confirmed this week.Arnaldo Abrantes has joined from Aston Villa to replace Dr Zafar
  
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• Nates steps away from active role at Lincoln City

  24-07-2026 18:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Clive Nates first joined the Lincoln City board in February 2016 [Getty Images]Former Lincoln City chairman Clive Nates has stepped away from being actively involved in the club after a period of ill health.The 68-year-old South African has been a hugely influential figure at the Imps for more than a decade and, despite leaving his role as co-vice chairman, he will maintain a stake in Lincoln City - as he holds a little over 11% of the shares in the club's parent company.As a former chairman - w
  
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• Manchester United set sights on Bologna star after missing out on Summerville

  24-07-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United set sights on Bologna star after missing out on SummervilleManchester United are interested in signing Bologna star Jonathan Rowe. This is according to Corriere della Sera who claim Everton are also keen on the English forward. United boss Michael Carrick mainly Matheus Cunha and Patrick Dorgu on the left wing last term, but he wants a specialist in that position for next season. Crysencio Summerville was identified as an ideal option, but they wanted to resolve
  
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• Johnston to play first Albion game for five months

  24-07-2026 17:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]West Bromwich Albion winger Mikey Johnston is set to play his first game for five months on Saturday.The 27-year-old sustained a stress fracture in his ankle during a 2-1 defeat by Oxford United in the Championship in February.Johnston will play in a behind-closed-doors friendly for a Baggies XI against League One side Notts County on Saturday.Albion boss James Morrison will take a separate team to face League Two club Shrewsbury Town later the same day.Morrison said he arranged th
  
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• “Maybe” – Lewis Steele won’t rule out Liverpool move for PSG star

  24-07-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “Maybe” – Lewis Steele won’t rule out Liverpool move for PSG starLiverpool Continue to Monitor Ilya Zabarnyi as Defensive Search Goes OnLiverpool’s hunt for defensive reinforcements has generated several names in recent weeks, but one of the more intriguing links is Paris Saint Germain defender Ilya Zabarnyi. During the latest episode of Media Matters on Anfield Index, Lewis Steele joined Dave Davis to discuss the speculation surrounding the Ukrainian international
  
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• Lunt on Billington deal and more possible arrivals

  24-07-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Crewe Alexandra's player development manager Kenny Lunt says Lewis Billington should be challenging himself to prove he is the "best right-back in the league" now he is staying at the club.The 22-year-old has extended his long association with the Alex by signing a new three-year contract, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2028-29 season.Billington was one of only two players to start every game in League Two last term, and only twice failed to play the full 90 minutes.Lunt said the d
  
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• Report: Tottenham Hotspur in talks to sell star to European giants

  24-07-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Tottenham Hotspur in talks to sell star to European giantsRicharlison Transfer Latest as Tottenham Consider Juventus SaleTottenham are facing a familiar summer call over Richarlison, and this time the margin for error feels slim. With the Brazil international now in the final year of his contract, Spurs appear to be moving towards a decision point, one that could shape both their attacking depth and their wider squad planning.According to Caught Offside, Juventus and Fenerbahçe ar
  
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• Enzo Maresca outlines Manchester City’s transfer ambitions after £116M Elliot Anderson signing

  24-07-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Enzo Maresca outlines Manchester City’s transfer ambitions after £116M Elliot Anderson signingMaresca has confirmed there are “a few things to do” in the transfer market this summerThe Italian says the club are “in the process” of completing further additions to the squadMan City boss cited club desire & dynamics of the transfer window as crucial factorsEnzo Maresca has confirmed Manchester City are still actively working in the transfer market, acknowledg
  
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• The Rise Of Data-Driven Scouting In Modern Football Analysis

  24-07-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Rise Of Data-Driven Scouting In Modern Football AnalysisFootball scouting used to rely on a trained eye, a notebook and a gut feeling formed over ninety minutes in a cold stand. That world hasn’t disappeared, but it now shares space with spreadsheets, tracking data and predictive models. Clubs across the Premier League have quietly built entire departments dedicated to turning raw match events into recruitment and tactical decisions.The shift isn’t cosmetic. It reflects a genuine
  
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• Nice target William Mikelbrencis received Valencia contract offer

  24-07-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nice target William Mikelbrencis received Valencia contract offerCurrently a free agent following his departure from Hamburg SV, William Mikelbrencis (22) is reported to have received a contract offer from Valencia CF, according to L’Équipe.Having been linked with Olympique de Marseille at the start of the transfer window, the defender – who has not yet responded to the Spanish offer – is also believed to be on the radar of OGC Nice, although they must first trim their s
  
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• Newcastle United sign midfielder Lambert

  24-07-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United sign midfielder LambertNewcastle United have completed the signing of midfielder Mollie Lambert on a free transfer.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Magpies this evening.The 28-year-old joins Newcastle United after leaving former club Durham earlier this summer. Lambert spent six years with The Wildcats in which she made 157 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring 23 goals.Lambert returns to the club where she start
  
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• New Prime Video series to go behind-the-scenes of Spain’s World Cup triumph

  24-07-2026 17:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain's historic World Cup triumph is set to be chronicled in a four-part docuseries, offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access. Prime Video will air the series, detailing their journey to victory over Argentina in the 19 July final.Ferran Torres's extra-time winner secured Spain's second World Cup title, their first since 2010. This victory also made them the first nation to simultaneously hold both the men's and women's World Cup trophies, the latter won in 2023.The squad's remarkable achiev
  
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• Brighton & Hove Albion sign Newcastle United forward Murphy

  24-07-2026 17:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion sign Newcastle United forward MurphyBrighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Newcastle United forward Emily Murphy on a permanent deal.The Seagulls announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.Brighton & Hove Albion have paid an undisclosed fee to Newcastle United to secure the player’s services. The Magpies have reported that the transfer fee received has broken their club-record.Murphy is a player with huge pote
  
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• Fiorentina ‘favourites’ for Mastantuono loan agreement with Real Madrid

  24-07-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina ‘favourites’ for Mastantuono loan agreement with Real MadridThere are growing reports in Argentina, Spain and Italy that Fiorentina are the favourites to get Real Madrid starlet Franco Mastantuono on loan.The talent will turn 19 next month and was snapped up from River Plate last summer for €45m plus add-ons.MADRID, SPAIN – MAY 14: Rahim Alhassane of Real Oviedo is challenged by Franco Mastantuono of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Mad
  
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• Barcelona midfield gem wants to stay put amid interest from Man City, Chelsea and Arsenal

  24-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona midfield gem wants to stay put amid interest from Man City, Chelsea and ArsenalAccording to SPORT, despite the growing interest from the Premier League, Marc Bernal has made it clear that he wants to stay at FC Barcelona.The midfielder considers the club his home and remains grateful to Hansi Flick and the coaching staff for placing their faith in him, particularly after his lengthy recovery from injury.Premier League heavyweights want BernalAs reported earlier today, several Premier L
  
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• Premier League 2026 summer transfer window: Dates, deal sheets, deadline day

  24-07-2026 17:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The fortunes of the Premier League's 2026-27 season will change dramatically this summer as 20 teams buy, sell, and loan players to prepare for their 38-match odyssey.MORE — Premier League transfers: What you missed during World CupWhile January business has become more regular, summer is still the busiest time to shape a Premier League roster.MORE — Completed Premier League transfers, Summer 2026With eight new managers in the Premier League and several more coming aboard in the seco
  
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