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• Rafael Leao keen on Milan exit despite Ruben Amorim’s arrival

  24-06-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rafael Leao keen on Milan exit despite Ruben Amorim’s arrivalSome weeks ago, Rafael Leao revealed his intention of leaving Serie A side Milan. There have been suggestions that Ruben Amorim’s arrival can change his mind but the player may not be considering a u-turn.Daniele Longo has reported that Leao’s comments about an exit from the San Siro caused the club off-guard. The interview wasn’t authorised by Milan and even his entourage was taken aback by this.It is believed
  
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• London City Lionesses full-back Pattinson signs new long-term deal

  26-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  London City Lionesses full-back Pattinson signs new long-term dealLondon City Lionesses full-back Poppy Pattinson has signed a new long-term deal with the club.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Pride this afternoon.The 26-year-old defender has committed her future to London City Lionesses until summer 2029.Pattinson joined London City Lionesses last summer after leaving former club Brighton & Hove Albion. She went on to make 13 appearances fo
  
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• Keeping Bolton up would be a success - Schumacher

  26-06-2026 15:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bolton Wanderers manager Steven Schumacher says keeping the club in the Championship in the forthcoming season would be a success.The Trotters beat Stockport County 4-1 in the League One play-off final in May to secure promotion to the second tier in what Schumacher described as a day the fans will "remember for ever".But the 42-year-old said the focus immediately turned to Championship survival within 48 hours of lifting the trophy at Wembley Stadium."Literally on the Tuesday morning, we were s
  
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• Nico Paz explained: Why Como player worth €120m, Real Madrid clause limit

  26-06-2026 15:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nico Paz explained: Why Como player worth €120m, Real Madrid clause limitMore details are emerging on the imminent agreement allowing Nico Paz to stay at Como with a valuation of €120m, giving Real Madrid a buy-back option at €80m only for next year.COMO, ITALY – APRIL 12: Nico Paz of Como 1907 scores their team’s second goal during the Serie A match between Como 1907 and FC Internazionale at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on April 12, 2026 in Como, Italy. (Photo by Marco
  
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• Frustrated forward faces biggest Liverpool test under Iraola

  26-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Frustrated forward faces biggest Liverpool test under IraolaGakpo remains central despite fresh competitionCody Gakpo has reached another important stage of his Liverpool career. After producing two goals in the Netherlands’ emphatic World Cup victory over Sweden, attention quickly shifted from his international form to what comes next at club level as Andoni Iraola begins to shape Liverpool in his own image.As reported by the BBC, Gakpo was asked whether his role for the Netherlands diffe
  
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• Financial details of Real Madrid starlet’s permanent move to Serie A including buy-back clause and validity – report

  26-06-2026 14:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Financial details of Real Madrid starlet’s permanent move to Serie A including buy-back clause and validity – reportReal Madrid have completed the sale of Nico Paz to Como, but the agreement ensures the Spanish giants still retain a significant level of control over one of their brightest academy graduates.After days of negotiations involving multiple clubs, Como have won the race for the Argentine midfielder. While Inter Milan remained interested throughout the process, the Ser
  
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• Report: Liverpool to block summer exit for ‘proven’ star

  26-06-2026 14:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Liverpool to block summer exit for ‘proven’ starLiverpool Have Ruled Out Exit for Forward This SummerLiverpool are planning for a new era under Andoni Iraola and, despite speculation surrounding Cody Gakpo, there remains a clear belief inside the club that the Netherlands international will continue to play an important role during the 2026/27 campaign.Following a disappointing season that ultimately led to the departure of Premier League winning head coach Arne Slot, Liverpo
  
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• Report Tonali has Tottenham agreement, but Newcastle United resist

  26-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Tonali has Tottenham agreement, but Newcastle United resistItaly international Sandro Tonali has agreed personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur, claim reports, but Newcastle United continue to fight off interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Chelsea FC at St James’ Park on May 11, 2025 in Newc
  
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• Real Madrid agree €60m sale of talented midfielder to Serie A side

  26-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid agree €60m sale of talented midfielder to Serie A sideReal Madrid are set to part ways with talented academy product Nico Paz, who will become a fully fledged Como player this sumer. The Argentina international has been linked with a return to Los Blancos this summer, but it seems that he was keen to continue in Serie A.Amid reports that Real Madrid had activated their €9m buyback option on Paz this summer, there was talk that he could be sold on at a profit this summer. As
  
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• 'We don't need to be spending more money' - fans on finding Onana replacement

  26-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on whether Manchester United will have enough in their goalkeeping department for 2026-27, if Andre Onana secures a return to Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan.Here are some of your comments:Remy: As he is contracted until 2028, a permanent move would be preferable, but another loan would be fine as long as they cover his wages. Having him off our hands for another year is enough for me!Nigel: It's a shame we couldn't sell him. I certainly don't want him
  
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• Altrincham sign ex-Tranmere forward Taylor

  26-06-2026 14:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tranmere academy graduate Sam Taylor had a brief loan spell with Oldham Athletic in January 2025 [Shutterstock]Altrincham have signed former Tranmere Rovers forward Sam Taylor.The 22-year-old was one of 12 players to leave the League Two club upon expiration of his contract at the end of last season.Taylor came through the Tranmere academy and made six first team appearances after signing his first professional contract at Prenton Park in 2022.He spent most of the 2025-26 campaign on loan at NIF
  
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• 'Hopefully Forest have cards up their sleeve' - fans on replacing Anderson

  26-06-2026 14:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on who Nottingham Forest should bring in to replace the Manchester City-bound Elliot Anderson. The club are currently linked with Tottenham's Lucas Bergvall and Inter Milan's Davide Frattesi.Here are some of your comments:Andrew: Definitely not Bergvall because he is totally unproven. Let's give James McAtee a chance. The more pressing problem is needing a proven goalscorer.Scott: Leave Frattesi well alone. He can't get in the Inter Milan side and isn't
  
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• Bristol Rovers sign Newport forward Kamwa

  26-06-2026 14:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kamwa scored five goals in 10 matches to help keep Newport County in the Football League [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Bristol Rovers have signed forward Bobby Kamwa from fellow League Two side Newport County on a two-year contract.The 26-year-old made 95 appearances for the Welsh outfit over the past twoseasons, scoring 14 goals in total and making nine assists.He scored five goals in the Exiles' final 10 matches to help keep them in the Football League in 2025-2026, including two in a 2-1 win agai
  
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• How Oyarzabal shows Spain are more than just Yamal - Azpilicueta

  26-06-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]When people talk about Spain winning this World Cup, of course they point to Lamine Yamal as being the key.But you cannot win a World Cup on your own, especially this one with an extra game, probably some extra time in the knockout rounds, plus the heat and all the travelling as well.So, the important thing for La Roja head coach Luis de la Fuente is that, along with Lamine Yamal, he has the team and the squad he needs for the next month.When Spain won the 2024 European Championship, De la
  
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• 'When will we learn?' - fans torn on 'overpriced' but 'fantastic' Anderson

  26-06-2026 14:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Manchester City agreeing a club-record £116m deal to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, and where you see him fitting into the starting XI for the upcoming season.Here are some of your thoughts:Josh: He is definitely overpriced, the English player tax is at it again! A good player with bags of potential, but a big risk for that price. We did need to replace Bernardo Silva though, so I guess it is that. £115m would have bee
  
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• Barcelona wonderkid ignores Premier League interest to stay at Camp Nou

  26-06-2026 14:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona wonderkid ignores Premier League interest to stay at Camp NouBarcelona continue to attract interest in some of their brightest young talents, but one rising star has already made his intentions unmistakably clear despite growing attention from across Europe.Midfielder Marc Bernal has become one of the most highly-rated youngsters at the club following his impressive return from a serious knee injury, with several top clubs monitoring his development over the past year. However, th
  
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• Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?

  26-06-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Germany took the lead against Ecuador in the second minute after the VAR opted not to intervene [Getty Images]Just a few days ago, people were asking whether the video assistant referee system was being used differently at the World Cup.Now, after a week of strange decisions, fans seem confused about when the VAR is going to get involved. From Ghana's penalty claim against England, to Brazil's disallowed goal against Scotland and Germany's opener versus Ecuador, it has been difficult to guess wh
  
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• Richard Hughes, please: Real Madrid hand Liverpool unbelievable €60m star on a plate

  26-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Richard Hughes, please: Real Madrid hand Liverpool unbelievable €60m star on a plateLiverpool have an unexpected chance to sign an unbelievable talent. Richard Hughes, please make it happen.Liverpool are looking to transform their attack this summer after an incredibly disappointing campaign last time out. Of course, they'd hoped to have already done that with their record-breaking arrivals in 2025 but things didn't turn out that way.Now Mohamed Salah has departed, too, leaving Liverpool se
  
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• Here we go – Nico Paz to return to Como from Real Madrid in €60 million deal

  26-06-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here we go – Nico Paz to return to Como from Real Madrid in €60 million dealReal Madrid have finalised one of the most anticipated transfer decisions involving their young talents this summer, with Nico Paz set to continue his career at Como on a permanent basis.After days of negotiations and uncertainty surrounding the Argentine midfielder’s future, the deal has now reached its final stages. While several clubs were monitoring the situation, including Inter Milan, Como hav
  
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• Morgan Rogers convinced he can shine alongside Jude Bellingham at World Cup

  26-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Morgan Rogers believes he and close friend Jude Bellingham could "100 per cent" thrive alongside each other in England’s starting line-up.England head coach Thomas Tuchel has opted for Bellingham in the number 10 role for the first two World Cup group matches, having preferred Rogers in the same position during most qualifying games. Amid debate over who should take the responsibility ahead of England’s clash against Panama on Saturday, Rogers was asked by ITV if they could be an eff
  
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• Como to buy Nico Paz back from Real Madrid for €60m, shocking Inter

  26-06-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como to buy Nico Paz back from Real Madrid for €60m, shocking InterComo are using their option to buy Nico Paz back from Real Madrid for €60m, claim Sky Sport Italia, with the Spaniards adding a new €80m buy-back clause, leaving Inter heartbroken again.COMO, ITALY – JANUARY 24: Como 1907 coach Cesc Fabregas issues instructions to his player Nico Paz of Como 1907 during the Serie A match between Como 1907 and Torino FC at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Com
  
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• Rennes close to signing Troyes’ Nicolas Lemaître

  26-06-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rennes close to signing Troyes’ Nicolas LemaîtreStade Rennais are reportedly very close to securing the signature of ESTAC Troyes’ Nicolas Lemaître (29), according to Ouest-France.So much so that the Reims-born player is said to have already undergone the first part of his medical this Friday. Under contract with the Ligue 2 champions until 2028, Lemaître is set to join Rennes as the backup for Brice Samba (32), who is currently at the World Cup with France and is e
  
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• Brighton & Hove Albion sign Norwegian international midfielder Joramo

  26-06-2026 14:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton & Hove Albion sign Norwegian international midfielder JoramoBrighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Norwegian international midfielder Emilie Joramo on a free transfer.The Seagulls announced news of the deal via a post on their official club website this afternoon.The 24-year-old midfielder will join Brighton & Hove Albion from Swedish OBOS Damallsvenskan club Hammarby IF on 1 July 2026 when her contract comes to an end.Joramo started out with Norwegian club Ros
  
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• Agreement reached! Real Madrid sell Nico Paz to Como with buy-back option

  26-06-2026 14:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Agreement reached! Real Madrid sell Nico Paz to Como with buy-back optionAs journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed, Real Madrid and Como 1907 have reached a final agreement for the transfer of Nico Paz. The talented midfielder is heading to Italian football in a permanent deal.The player’s own wishes were key in triggering the move. Nico Paz has felt very comfortable in Italy, and his clear desire was to keep gaining minutes and experience under Cesc Fàbregas.Madrid retain a buy-ba
  
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• Roma make steps forward in talks with Dybala

  26-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma make steps forward in talks with DybalaDiscussions continue between Roma and Paulo Dybala regarding his contract renewal. Both parties remain committed to moving forward together, and negotiations have reportedly made further progress in the last few hours. The Argentine, coming off a season hampered by physical issues but still central to the Giallorossi’s thinking, continues to be considered a key player in the dressing room, both technically and charismatic.According to a report pu
  
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• FIFA to make hydration breaks a World Cup mainstay despite widespread criticism

  26-06-2026 14:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  FIFA to make hydration breaks a World Cup mainstay despite widespread criticismFIFA president Gianni Infantino has hinted that hydration breaks could remain a mainstay in future World Cup tournaments, according to The Sun.Despite receiving plenty of backlash from fans, players, and coaches, Infantino has defended the use of the breaks, claiming that they have improved the quality of matches.While they were initially presented as an opportunity for players to recover, many supporters believe they
  
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• A maple leaf-shaped ‘Canadian clapper’ becomes the must-have World Cup item in Toronto

  26-06-2026 14:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A distinctive red noisemaker, shaped like Canada's iconic maple leaf, has emerged as an unexpected sensation in Toronto amidst the fervor of the World Cup.Dubbed the "Canadian clapper”, these handheld devices, measuring 4 by 7 inches (10 by 18 centimeters), have been distributed free of charge at BMO Field and the city’s fan festival ahead of Canada’s group-stage matches. Their unavailability in retail stores has transformed them into a coveted item for supporters of Les Rouges
  
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• Salford bring in goalkeeper Norris

  26-06-2026 14:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Will Norris has made 254 league appearances in his career to date [Shutterstock]Salford City have signed goalkeeper Will Norris.The 32-year-old will join the Ammies as a free agent on 1 July after turning down a new deal with Wycombe.The former Cambridge, Wolves and Portsmouth man kept 14 clean sheets in 42 games for the League One side last season."I am really excited to be part of this project and cannot wait to get started," he told the club website.The League Two outfit have not disclosed th
  
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• Report: European giants considering move for Chelsea star

  26-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: European giants considering move for Chelsea starChelsea Hold Key as Inter Keep Trevoh Chalobah on Defensive ShortlistChelsea’s transfer window often creates as many questions as answers, and Trevoh Chalobah once again finds himself at the centre of speculation. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the defender has re emerged as a possible option for Inter Milan, although he is currently viewed as an alternative rather than the Italian club’s primary defensive target.The report
  
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• From Portugal: Hugo Viana tracking Sporting Lisbon star as Man City battle with Arsenal

  26-06-2026 14:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Portugal: Hugo Viana tracking Sporting Lisbon star as Man City battle with ArsenalCity director of football Hugo Viana is a significant admirer of Sporting captain Morten HjulmandA summer England move is believed to be the most realistic outcome for the Denmark midfielder Arsenal hold a personal dimension in the race, with Hjulmand understood to have harboured a childhood affinity for the GunnersManchester City remain in contention to sign Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand this summer, wi
  
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