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• Mourinho Will Help Real Madrid Overhaul Barcelona Again

  19-06-2026 06:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mourinho Will Help Real Madrid Overhaul Barcelona AgainReal Madrid recently appointed Jose Mourinho as their new manager in a stunning reunion, 13 years after his first spell at the Bernabeu Stadium.Online bookmakers think Mourinho will fail to topple Barcelona in La Liga, installing Madrid as the second favourites to regain the title next season.Although sportsbook operators are renowned for accurately assessing market probabilities, they may have underestimated Mourinho on this occasion.Many f
  
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• 'A baptism of fire' for Rose - Fletcher

  22-06-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  "A baptism of fire" for new manager Marco Rose is what Steve Fletcher thinks of Bournemouth's opening fixtures.The Cherries are set to travel to Manchester City on the first day of the new campaign, then host Everton, followed by a visit to Newcastle, before hosting Brentford and Liverpool.Former Bournemouth forward Steve Fletcher thinks the first game might be the "best time" to play City, following the World Cup.Speaking to BBC Radio Solent Fletcher said: "For Marco Rose our new manager, that'
  
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• Reading defender Williams announces retirement

  22-06-2026 13:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derrick Williams won three caps for Ireland[Shutterstock]Reading defender Derrick Williams has retired after a 15-year playing career. He made 24 appearances for the Royals last season after arriving last summer from the United States, where he had spells with LA Galaxy, DC United and Atlanta United in the MLS. The 33-year-old also made over 100 appearances for both Bristol City and Blackburn Rovers. "After much consideration across the off-season, I have decided to call time on my playing caree
  
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• Barcelona outcast closes in on €3 million permanent exit; medicals today – report

  22-06-2026 13:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona outcast closes in on €3 million permanent exit; medicals today – reportFollowing the signing of Anthony Gordon, FC Barcelona have been fully focused on working out an arrangement to sign priority centre-forward target Julian Alvarez. At the same time, the Blaugrana are also looking to sanction some departures before June 30 in order to balance the books and clear room for new signings.Ansu Fati is on his way to AS Monaco in a €11 million permanent exit after a successfu
  
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• Ex-Gunner to leave 1st managerial role after just 8 games

  22-06-2026 13:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Gunner to leave 1st managerial role after just 8 gamesThe former Arsenal defender was appointed in March but has won only once in Serie B, averaging 0.75 points per game.Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty ImagesFormer Arsenal defender Ashley Cole is set to leave his first managerial job after just eight games in charge of Cesena.Cole was appointed by the Serie B club on 15 March on a contract running until the end of June, but the Italian side will not be triggering the option in his deal to extend
  
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• Real Madrid know they will have to pay €222 million to sign Florentino Perez’s new Galactico – report

  22-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid know they will have to pay €222 million to sign Florentino Perez’s new Galactico – reportReal Madrid may have publicly distanced themselves from recent speculation surrounding Michael Olise, but reports in Spain suggest the Bayern Munich star remains one of the most admired players inside the Santiago Bernabeu offices.The French international has been heavily linked with the record European champions in recent weeks, prompting Real Madrid to issue an official stateme
  
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• Como fly to Madrid for Nico Paz talks while Inter consider sales to fund first bid

  22-06-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como fly to Madrid for Nico Paz talks while Inter consider sales to fund first bidMonday’s reports claim that representatives from Como will fly to Madrid to hold further talks for Nico Paz, while Inter are considering potential sales to fund an offer for the Argentina international.Como hold out hope for Nico Paz stay, Inter require sales firstPaz finds himself in the middle of a love-triangle involving Como, Inter and Real Madrid. Como currently own the player, Madrid have an option to b
  
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• 🚨 Reports: World Cup blow or lucky escape, Schlotterbeck latest

  22-06-2026 13:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Reports: World Cup blow or lucky escape, Schlotterbeck latestNico Schlotterbeck injured his ankle in the second group match against Ivory Coast and had to be substituted at half-time. After the 2-1 win, Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann said that there was “something with the medial ligament” and that the centre-back would need an MRI before a clear statement could be made about how long he would be sidelined. The examination has now taken place and, according to 'Bild'
  
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• 🚨 World Cup over for a Germany mainstay

  22-06-2026 13:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 World Cup over for a Germany mainstayA major blow.Forced off with an injury on Saturday night against Ivory Coast, Nico Schlotterbeck will not set foot on the World Cup pitches again!The German centre-back is suffering from a tear of the medial collateral ligament and is expected to be out for six to eight weeks, which rules him out for the rest of the World Cup, several German media outlets reported on Monday lunchtime.Assured of finishing top of their group, Germany could face F
  
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• Tottenham plotting shock move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford 

  22-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham plotting shock move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a shock move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. Roberto De Zerbi’s side have been ambitious in the summer transfer window. The Lilywhites have already wrapped up deals for Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, while they recently had a £75 million bid rejected for Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali. According to The i Paper, To
  
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• Saka fitness boost for England

  22-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Saka fitness boost for EnglandThe winger missed group training over the weekend but has now reportedly trained as normal, although Noni Madueke is still expected to start.Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Getty ImagesBukayo Saka has handed England a fitness boost ahead of their second World Cup match, against Ghana in Boston on Tuesday night.Saka has been struggling with an Achilles injury since March and has been managed carefully by both Arsenal and England.The winger sat out group training over the w
  
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• Nico Schlotterbeck’s World Cup is over through injury

  22-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Schlotterbeck’s World Cup is over through injuryGermany defender Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup through injury, Sky Germany confirms. The Borussia Dortmund defender sustained an ankle injury during the first half of Germany’s match against the Ivory Coast, which Die Mannschaft won 2-1. Schlotterbeck did continue to play the remainder of the first half but was then substituted at halftime for Antonio Rudiger. Schlotterbeck did continue to
  
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• Germany lose key starter to injury for rest of the Cup, says journalist

  22-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany lose key starter to injury for rest of the Cup, says journalistA blow for Germany!According to Florian Plettenberg, Nico Schlotterbeck is out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Sky Germany journalist reported that, after MRI scans, an ankle injury to Julian Nagelsmann’s starting center-back was confirmed, and he will not be fit in time to play the rest of the tournament."Bitter news for Germany: Nico Schlotterbeck’s World Cup is over.MRI scans confirmed he will be out for several
  
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• Chelsea look to add physicality, quality and leadership - who would you go for?

  22-06-2026 13:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]There is no indication Chelsea are actively looking to sell Wesley Fofana.The France international, who was not selected for his country's World Cup squad, is effectively under scrutiny as the Blues look to reduce the size of their squad before next season under Xabi Alonso.The picture at centre-back is already crowded, and Chelsea are looking to add at least one high-quality option in that area and perhaps another depending on sales.The idea is to deliver a Premier League-ready op
  
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• Jose Mourinho opens door to Real Madrid signing new striker

  22-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho opens door to Real Madrid signing new strikerDespite having finalised four signings before the summer transfer window has even opened, Real Madrid are not resting on their laurels. New head coach Jose Mourinho has demanded further additions, with another centre-back, midfielder and winger on the agenda.The likes of Nico Schlotterbeck, Enzo Fernandez and Michael Olise have been identified as Real Madrid’s ideal signings for the aforementioned positions, and if these deals were
  
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• 😔Confirmed, Germany star says goodbye to the World Cup

  22-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😔Confirmed, Germany star says goodbye to the World CupThe German center-back will miss the rest of the World Cup due to his ankle injury.
  There were already fears about Nico Schlotterbeck after the match against Ivory Coast, and the worst predictions have now been confirmed.The Dortmund defender has suffered an ankle injury that will rule him out for the rest of the World Cup, so he has to leave the squad’s training camp.A timely setback for Nagelsmann, who will now have to rely on
  
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• Barcelona do not see it as Real Madrid ‘outplaying’ them in the transfer market following four-signing spree

  22-06-2026 13:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona do not see it as Real Madrid ‘outplaying’ them in the transfer market following four-signing spreeBarcelona’s transfer strategy this summer has revolved around one clear objective: finding a top-class successor to Robert Lewandowski. Both Deco and Hansi Flick have identified Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez as their preferred target, and much of the club’s planning has been shaped around that pursuit. Against that backdrop, several players became available
  
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• Inside Milan’s new era: Cardinale’s Liverpool-style overhaul

  22-06-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inside Milan’s new era: Cardinale’s Liverpool-style overhaulA new chapter is underway at Milan. Following the appointment of Ruben Amorim as head coach, the Rossoneri have now put in place the key figures responsible for reshaping the club both on and off the field.In this episode, Lorenzo Bettoni and Giancarlo Rinaldi break down Milan’s new organisational structure and take a closer look at Hendrik Almstadt’s role, particularly his influence on the club’s summer tr
  
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• Gibbs leaves Hornchurch after full-time switch

  22-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Defender Harry Gibbs has left National League newcomers Hornchurch.He made 98 appearances over two spells with the Urchins, having first signed for the club in 2020 and then rejoined in 2024.Gibbs was in talks over a new deal when Hornchurch unveiled their retained list earlier this month.But the club has said their transition to full-time football means he has opted to leave.National League
  
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• Bayern Munich speedster receptive to Real Madrid interest but will not force exit

  22-06-2026 13:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich speedster receptive to Real Madrid interest but will not force exitMichael Olise has once again become a major talking point at Real Madrid as the club grow seemingly keen on making him the next big ‘Galactico’ signing.Recent reports suggest Real Madrid are planning to make an opening offer for the Bayern Munich sensation in two to three weeks, although the club have denied holding any contact directly with Olise’s camp.Olise open but unwilling to force a moveMich
  
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• How do you stop Haaland?

  22-06-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Erling Haaland had to wait until the age of 25 not just to make his World Cup debut, but his international tournament bow too.And the Leeds-born striker is clearly eager to make up for lost time."He's the opposite of [Kylian] Mbappe and [Lionel] Messi," Ashley Williams said. "He'll beat you without the ball, which makes it even more dangerous."You want to help your midfield by squeezing up, so they don't have to cover too much distance."But as soon as you leave the space in behind, he's going to
  
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• Charlton striker Godden signs new one-year deal

  22-06-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Matt Godden's previous clubs include Scunthorpe United, Ebbsfleet United, Stevenage, Peterborough United and Coventry City [Getty Images]Charlton Athletic striker Matt Godden has agreed a new one-year contract with the Championship club.Godden, 34, has scored 24 goals in 60 appearances for the Addicks since joining from Coventry City in July 2024."It's something that I was really keen to get done and I'm just glad it's sorted now," he told the club's official website.Manager Nathan Jones said: "
  
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• 'The world is his oyster' - Gabbiadini on Jones' Peterborough move

  22-06-2026 12:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini believes academy graduate Harrison Jones' move to Peterborough is "great news" as he looks to progress in senior football.Jones joined the Black Cats age six and made seven appearances for the club in all competitions before agreeing a three-year deal with Peterborough.Speaking to BBC Radio Newcastle, Gabbiadini said: "That's great news for the young man because he's off and running in his professional career and I'm sure he will be a play
  
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• Report: €40m fee placed on Liverpool star ahead of potential summer exit

  22-06-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: €40m fee placed on Liverpool star ahead of potential summer exitLiverpool reject Inter Milan approach as £34m valuation sets Curtis Jones benchmarkLiverpool have made their position crystal clear over Curtis Jones after rejecting a second approach from Inter Milan, with the Premier League champions unwilling to entertain offers significantly below their valuation of the academy graduate.According to reporting from The Athletic, Inter Milan’s latest verbal offer of around
  
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• What is the right price for Jones?

  22-06-2026 12:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]With Curtis Jones' future uncertain at Liverpool, we want to know your thoughts on whether you would sell the midfielder or keep him for his influence in the dressing room. Speaking to club media in 2024, Jones explained: "I've played 150 games - it's a lot of games."I'm not a kid anymore, I'm experienced and I think if I want to take the next step again now I have to start scoring more goals and becoming a big part of the team. That comes down to goals and assists."Midfielder
  
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• Gossip: Blackburn bid for Greenwood rejected

  22-06-2026 12:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Blackburn Rovers have had a £1m bid including add-ons for English former Leeds, Middlesbrough and Preston striker Sam Greenwood, 24, rejected by Polish side Pogon Szczecin. (Sunderland Echo)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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• Madueke's remarkable season - from petition to World Cup starter

  22-06-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Noni Madueke has made 12 appearances for England [Getty Images]When Noni Madueke was named in England's starting line-up for their World Cup opener against Croatia it was the latest moment in what has been a dramatic season for the Arsenal winger.Last summer Madueke completed a move to the Gunners from Chelsea for about £50m, but supporters started a petition against the signing with a #NoToMadueke hashtag being used across social media platforms.But just under 12 months later, the 24-year
  
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• Blades' Chong helps Curacao to first World Cup point

  22-06-2026 12:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Sheffield United's Tahith Chong helped earn Curacao their first point in a World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador on Sunday.The midfielder played 76 minutes during the stalemate, while Middlesbrough winger Sontje Hansen was on the bench for the Caribbean side.Curacao will next play Ivory Coast on Thursday (21:00 BST) for a chance to progress through the group stages with a first tournament win.Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday's Yan Valery, Ben Slimane of Norwich City and Burnley's
  
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• Real Madrid star will have final say on whether he leaves this summer

  22-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid star will have final say on whether he leaves this summerAfter a frantic start to the summer in terms of signings, Real Madrid will start to focus more on outgoings in the coming weeks. One position where there will be an exit is left-back, given that Marc Cucurella’s arrival means there are now four first team players fighting for one spot in Jose Mourinho’s starting line-up.That spot will be Cucurella, which means that Alvaro Carreras, Fran Garcia and Ferland Mendy are
  
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• Gossip: Bolton in talks with Liverpool's Stephenson

  22-06-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Bolton Wanderers are in advanced talks to sign the versatile Luca Stephenson from Liverpool after the 22-year-old spent the past two seasons on loan at Dundee United. (Football Insider)For more transfer news and rumours, read Monday's full gossip column here.[BBC]
  
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