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• OFFICIAL STATEMENT: SPYRIDON ZORMPAS

  27-07-2026 11:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OFFICIAL STATEMENT: SPYRIDON ZORMPASAC Milan is delighted to announce the signing of Spyridon Petros Zormpas, who will be part of the Milan Futuro project, an initiative dedicated to the growth and development of young talents.The Greek defender, born in 2010, arrives from Olympiacos Piraeus and has now committed his future to the Rossoneri.
  
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• Video: Why didn’t Italy hire Pirlo as their new coach?

  27-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Video: Why didn’t Italy hire Pirlo as their new coach?Andrea Pirlo will not become Italy’s next head coach, despite reaching an agreement in principle with the FIGC over the weekend.Click here to subscribe to the official Football Italia YouTube ChannelWhy Pirlo won’t become Italy’s head coachUDINE, ITALY – MAY 02: Andrea Pirlo, Head Coach of Juventus looks on prior to the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and Juventus at Dacia Arena on May 02, 2021 in Udine, Ita
  
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• 😱Rumour CONFIRMED: Maldini and Leonardo leave Italy after 17 days

  27-07-2026 19:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Rumour CONFIRMED: Maldini and Leonardo leave Italy after 17 daysJust 16 days after their official appointment, Paolo Maldini (technical director) and Leonardo (advisor) have submitted their irrevocable resignation to the FIGC. The decision comes after the federation reversed course on the hiring of Andrea Pirlo, a move that triggered the collapse of the executive leadership.Roberto Mancini, the clear favorite to returnWith the departure of the leadership duo, the option of hiring Thiago
  
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• Newcastle United sign midfielder Bradley

  27-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United sign midfielder BradleyNewcastle United have completed the signing of midfielder Katie Bradley on a free transfer.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Magpies this afternoon.The 24-year-old midfielder joins Newcastle United after leaving former club Charlton Athletic earlier this summer. Bradley was promoted to the Barclays Women’s Super League with The Addicks last season via a play-off tie. The player spent two years at The
  
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• Manchester City ready to sanction high-profile midfield exit after Ayyoub Bouaddi signing

  27-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City ready to sanction high-profile midfield exit after Ayyoub Bouaddi signingGalatasaray are keeping close tabs on Man City’s Tijjani Reijnders this summerMan City could allow Reijnders to leave if they are able to complete a deal for Lille’s BouaddiThe development adds a significant subplot to Man City’s ongoing pursuit of the Lille midfielderGalatasaray are monitoring Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders and could move for the Netherlands international if
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona sign 20-year-old Ghanaian winger permanently for reserve team

  27-07-2026 19:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona sign 20-year-old Ghanaian winger permanently for reserve teamFC Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Ghanaian winger Abdul Aziz Issah on a permanent transfer after he spent the last two years on loan at the club with Barça Atletic.The 20-year-old winger has signed a two-year contract with the Blaugrana until 2028, with the option of prolonging it by another twelve months.“FC Barcelona and Dreams FC have reached an agreement for the transfer of Aziz
  
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• No regrets for Schwolow as Hearts chapter ends

  27-07-2026 19:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow says leaving Hearts has been one of the toughest decisions of his career but insists it was made for family reasons rather than football. The 34-year-old is set to make his final appearance for Hearts in Tuesday night's Champions League second qualifying round second leg before returning to Germany after deciding his family had been unable to settle in Edinburgh.The Tynecastle club trail Sturm Graz 4-0 heading into the match in Gorgie, a deficit they need to overtur
  
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• Liverpool's centre-back situation and why Iraola must act

  27-07-2026 19:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Joe Gomez was forced off injured in Liverpool's first game under Andoni Iraola [Getty Images]Two centre-backs caught the eye of Liverpool's scouting department at the U17 World Cup in Qatar last November.Within weeks, the club spent a combined £3.5m on the pair: Senegal's Mor Talla Ndiaye and Austria's Ifeanyi Ndukwe.Under Matt Newberry, Liverpool's director of global talent, this was evidence of future planning in full flow.Yet surely no-one inside the club would have expected the teenage
  
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• Report Maldini and Leonardo to resign from Italy roles after just 16 days

  27-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Maldini and Leonardo to resign from Italy roles after just 16 daysPaolo Maldini and Leonardo have decided to resign from the FIGC after disagreements over who to choose as the new Italy coach, report Sky Sport Italia, just days after accepting the roles.ROME, ITALY – FEBRUARY 03: (L-R) Paolo Maldini and Leonardo of Milan look on before the Serie A match between AS Roma and AC Milan at Stadio Olimpico on February 3, 2019 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)The position
  
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• Barcelona forward has not informed club of any intention of leaving amid strong PSG interest

  27-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona forward has not informed club of any intention of leaving amid strong PSG interestBarcelona star Ferran Torres is coming off arguably the greatest moment of his footballing career, one that will remain his forever.The Spanish striker came off the bench against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final and scored La Roja’s only goal to earn them their second star.During the tournament, the 26-year-old was heavily linked with a potential move to PSG, but that seems to have fizzled
  
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• Everton sign Manchester City defender Layzell on loan

  27-07-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton sign Manchester City defender Layzell on loanEverton have completed the signing of Manchester City defender Naomi Layzell on a season-long loan deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Toffees this afternoon.The 22-year-old has spent the last two seasons with Manchester City after joining the club from Bristol City in summer 2024. Layzell was a Barclays Women’s Super League and Adobe Women’s FA Cup winner with The Cityzens last
  
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• 😱Chicharito is back: the Mexican will play in the US second tier

  27-07-2026 19:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Chicharito is back: the Mexican will play in the US second tierMexican forward Javier "Chicharito" Hernández has reached a final agreement to join Atlético Dallas, officially becoming the first signing in the history of the new USL Championship franchise.Debut scheduled for 2027At 38 years old, the experienced striker will take on a new and important chapter in his professional career. Although his debut on the field wearing the team’s jersey is planned for the 2027
  
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• Rafael Leao and Milan welcome Fenerbahce directors

  27-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rafael Leao and Milan welcome Fenerbahce directorsFenerbahce have sent a delegation to Italy for direct talks with Milan and Rafael Leao, confirm multiple sources, with interest also from Galatasaray and Benfica.Sportitalia and Turkish transfer pundit Yagiz Sabuncuoglu both confirm that the flight carrying director Cihan Kamer and his colleagues landed at Malpensa Airport this evening.Their mission is to discuss the transfer fee and personal terms with Milan and Leao’s entourage.Fenerbahce
  
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• Real Madrid megastar demanding a ‘historic’ contract to renew his deal – report

  27-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid megastar demanding a ‘historic’ contract to renew his deal – reportVinicius Jr.’s contract renewal is one of the biggest pending objectives of Real Madrid’s summer transfer window, especially given that the player has already entered the final year of his deal.Come January, the Brazilian will be free to discuss terms with external clubs, and Real Madrid are doing everything in their capacity to ensure he does not leave as a free agent this summer.The pri
  
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• Atletico Madrid turn down Barcelona priority target’s request for meeting – report

  27-07-2026 19:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid turn down Barcelona priority target’s request for meeting – reportBarcelona have been embroiled in a transfer saga involving Atletico Madrid and Julian Alvarez ever since the summer transfer window began.The Argentine has made no secret of his desire to leave Los Colchoneros this summer, with Barça believed to be his dream destination.However, Atletico have been rigid in their stance not to entertain an offer of any kind from Barça, insisting that the pl
  
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• Done Deals: Castro, Dovbyk, Amondarain and Diawara medicals for July 28

  27-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deals: Castro, Dovbyk, Amondarain and Diawara medicals for July 28Tuesday will be very busy with medicals for Santiago Castro at Roma, Artem Dovbyk and Mikel Amondarain for Bologna, and Sankhoun Diawara at Milan, while Monza signed Gustavo Varela today.FLORENCE, ITALY – OCTOBER 26: Santiago Castro of Bologna FC 1909 celebrates after scoring a goal during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and Bologna FC 1909 at Artemio Franchi on October 26, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Ga
  
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• Young Blades defender Tahir heads to Oldham on loan

  27-07-2026 18:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Oldham Athletic have signed teenage defender Zain Tahir on loan from Sheffield United for the 2026-27 season.Tahir will enjoy his first experience of the English Football League, having played four games on loan in the National League with Scunthorpe United last season.The 19-year-old has been part of the Blades' Professional Development League squad for the past couple of years."For a young player, it's about finding the right environment to take that next step and we're able to provide that pl
  
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• Italian giants keen on move for Manchester United star

  27-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Italian giants keen on move for Manchester United starJuventus Push for Randal Kolo Muani as Joshua Zirkzee Interest GrowsJuventus are moving into a potentially decisive phase of their striker search, with Randal Kolo Muani and Joshua Zirkzee emerging as the two central names in plans to reshape the forward line before the new season. According to GAZZETTA.IT, the next 24 to 48 hours could be significant in discussions involving Paris Saint-Germain and Kolo Muani, while work is also under way on
  
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• 'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title

  27-07-2026 18:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nigeria have won 10 out of 13 editions of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations since it began in 1998 [Getty Images]Nigeria arrived in Morocco for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) carrying a familiar burden of expectation.Having claimed a record-extending 10th title in the North African kingdom last July - a campaign dubbed "Mission X" - the Super Falcons remain the benchmark in African women's football.The challenge now is to retain their crown, something they last managed in 2018,
  
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• 'I quickly learned what a special place this is' - Barnes signs extension

  27-07-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes has signed a new long-term contract to extend his stay at St James' Park.The 28-year-old, who joined the club from Leicester City in July 2023, still had two years left on his initial five-year contract.Barnes contributed 16 goals and six assists across 57 appearances in all competitions last season, while his overall record extends to 30 goals in 120 appearances for the Magpies.His performances in 2025-26 also saw him receive a call-up to the
  
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• Rochdale bring in ex-MK Dons defender Sherring

  27-07-2026 18:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rochdale have completed the signing of defender Sam Sherring on a one-year contract.Sherring was a free agent having left MK Dons at the end of the last season.The 26-year-old has played in the EFL for five different clubs, including on loan at Cheltenham Town last season."Sam is a really good defender, who wants to learn and develop, and will give us something different in the backline," said Dale head coach Ian Watson.Rochdale play their first competitive game of the season, away to Tranmere R
  
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• Report Como enter Lucumi fray after Juventus hesitation

  27-07-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Como enter Lucumi fray after Juventus hesitationComo are reportedly yet another club in talks for Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi, claims Fabrizio Romano, joining Juventus, Inter, Galatasaray, Besiktas and Bournemouth.The Colombia international is on the move this summer, as his contract runs down at the end of the season, while the directors confessed that he had been promised the opportunity to leave if the right offer came along.That pledge was made when his transfer to Sunderland collaps
  
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• Scottish Premiership 2026/27: Rangers desperate to overhaul Celtic in the title race

  27-07-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scottish Premiership 2026/27: Rangers desperate to overhaul Celtic in the title raceRangers are set to embark on what they hope will become an exciting new era under manager Derek McInnes.The 55-year-old came close to guiding Hearts to the Scottish Premiership title last season, but they fell agonisingly short on the final day.Celtic’s 3-1 victory over Hearts ensured they claimed top spot for the fifth consecutive season and left McInnes wondering what might have been.After taking charge a
  
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• Scottish Premiership 2026/27: Celtic splash the cash in pursuit of another league title

  27-07-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scottish Premiership 2026/27: Celtic splash the cash in pursuit of another league titleCeltic head into the 2026/27 Scottish Premiership season bidding to continue their dominance over their domestic rivals.The Hoops came close to slipping up last season, but a final-day victory over title rivals Hearts ensured they finished top for the fifth consecutive year.Celtic are the bookmakers’ favourites to hang on to their crown having splashed the cash to bring two exciting forwards to Parkhead.
  
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• Inter continue direct Romero talks with Tottenham, hopeful of €40m agreement

  27-07-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Inter continue direct Romero talks with Tottenham, hopeful of €40m agreementInter are continuing direct negotiations with both Cristian Romero’s agent and Tottenham Hotspur, confident they can get a deal over the line for €40m.Sportitalia report that the talks continued today, providing progress on both fronts with player and club.SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – APRIL 12: Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur, interacts with Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur after being s
  
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• Brazilian boss in the frame for Italy job, says paper 🇮🇹

  27-07-2026 18:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazilian boss in the frame for Italy job, says paper 🇮🇹After Andrea Pirlo’s name was ruled out, a new name has emerged on the table of the Italian Football Federation (Federcalcio) in its attempt to hire a coach to lead the Azzurra.According to the newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, Thiago Motta is now the frontrunner!In practice, the appointment of the Brazilian-born Italian could still prevent the departures of Maldini and Leonardo and, in fact, try to kick off the reforms
  
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• Brazilian boss in frame for Italy amid directors' exits; why

  27-07-2026 18:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazilian boss in frame for Italy amid directors' exits; whyAfter Andrea Pirlo’s name was ruled out, a new name has emerged on the table of the Italian Football Federation (Federcalcio) in the attempt to hire a coach to lead the Azzurra.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Thiago Motta is now the leading candidate!In practice, hiring the Brazilian-born, naturalized Italian could still have prevented the departures of Maldini and Leonardo and truly tried to kick off the reforms desired by pre
  
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• Milan beaten to Karetsas, as Borussia Dortmund guarantee €32m plus bonus deal

  27-07-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan beaten to Karetsas, as Borussia Dortmund guarantee €32m plus bonus dealMultiple sources confirm Milan were too late on Konstaninos Karetsas, as Borussia Dortmund shook hands today with KRC Genk for €32m plus add-ons.The Rossoneri tried to go a different route by presenting their sporting project via a direct call with coach Ruben Amorim over the last few days.However, they were unable to make a firm bid until first making sales, and were ultimately beaten to the punch.Karetsas is
  
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• Premier League club slap €130 million price tag on Barcelona’s Julian Alvarez alternative

  27-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League club slap €130 million price tag on Barcelona’s Julian Alvarez alternativeAs the Julian Alvarez saga continues to drag on, Barcelona are slowly looking out for other options in the market.In recent hours, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the Catalans are strongly exploring a move for Eli Junior Kroupi.The young forward has enjoyed tremendous success in the Premier League with Bournemouth and is widely seen as a potential alternative for Alvarez.Bournemouth’s hef
  
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• Charlton Athletic sign forward Azzaro on loan

  27-07-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Charlton Athletic sign forward Azzaro on loanCharlton Athletic have completed the signing of French forward Lorena Azzaro on a season-long loan deal from Paris FC.The Addicks announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 25-year-old former French youth international attacker joined Paris FC from their Arkema Première Ligue rivals RC Strasbourg last summer. Azzaro netted eight goals in 20 matches in the French top flight in 2025/2026.Azzaro has spent her en
  
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