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• Reading still need to add to squad - Richardson

  26-08-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Reading manager Leam Richardson has said that the club still need to add to their current playing squad and admitted that they have missed out on some targets this summer. The Royals have signed six new players this window with Conor Masterson, George Earthy, Josh Stokes, Jacob Brown, Udoka Godwin-Malife and Kyreece Lisbie arriving at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.There is now less than a week until the transfer window closes and Richardson is still hoping for some more additions in the final d
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool closing in on move for defender

  27-08-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool closing in on move for defenderLiverpool move enters final stagesThe deal appears to have reached its final phase after Jikiemi recently announced his departure from Celtic. Liverpool academy expert Lewis Bower provided the clearest indication yet that the move is approaching completion.Bower wrote on X: “Following up on Dara Jikiemi, his transfer to Liverpool is expected to be fully finalised soon. The centre-back recently announced his departure from Celtic.”T
  
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• 📺 Thursday: Gre-Nal in the Copa do Brasil, Barça and Chelsea in action

  27-08-2026 12:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📺 Thursday: Gre-Nal in the Copa do Brasil, Barça and Chelsea in actionTOP HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAYENGLISH LEAGUE CUP3:30 PM - Chelsea vs. Luton Town - ESPN and Disney+SPANISH LEAGUE3:30 PM - Celta de Vigo vs. Osasuna - YouTube (CazéTV)4:00 PM - Barcelona vs. Athletic Bilbao - YouTube (CazéTV)COPA DO BRASIL8:00 PM - Internacional vs. Grêmio - Prime Video and OneFootball (outside Brazil)OTHER MATCHESEGYPTIAN LEAGUE1:45 PM - Pyramids vs. Abu Qair Semad - YT (Link Alv
  
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• Official: Lazio sign Pinamonti in permanent transfer from Sassuolo

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Lazio sign Pinamonti in permanent transfer from SassuoloLazio have officially announced their permanent acquisition of centre-forward Andrea Pinamonti from Sassuolo.Official: Pinamonti is Lazio’s new no.9“Lazio announced that it has acquired the sporting rights to the player Andrea Pinamonti on a permanent basis from Sasusolo,” read a brief statement on the Biancocelesti website on Thursday morning.VERONA, ITALY – OCTOBER 03: Andrea Pinamonti of Sassuolo celebra
  
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• Milan issue transfer ultimatum to unwanted trio of Gimenez, Fofana and Tomori

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan issue transfer ultimatum to unwanted trio of Gimenez, Fofana and TomoriMilan have made it clear that Santiago Gimenez, Youssouf Fofana and Fikayo Tomori are not part of the club’s plans for the 2026-27 season and the latest updates on Thursday claim that the Rossoneri are prepared to exile them from the first-team squad if they do not leave before the end of the summer transfer window.Gimenez, Fofana and Tomori at risk of Milan exileMilan still have plenty of work to do in the final
  
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• Manchester United ready to offer €50m for Real Madrid midfielder

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester United ready to offer €50m for Real Madrid midfielderReal Madrid are likely to have a very quiet end to the summer transfer window, having done almost all of their required business. They had wanted to pursue a top-level midfielder addition, but after missing out on Enzo Fernandez and Rodri, they decided to proceed with what they have – although they could now be forced to re-enter the market.As things stand, Real Madrid will only make another signing if someone leaves. Jos
  
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• Former Spain captain Morata closing in on move to 2nd division Leganes

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Spain captain Morata closing in on move to 2nd division LeganesThursday’s reports claim that former Spain national team captain Alvaro Morata has agreed to join Spanish 2nd division side CD Leganes and now they and Como are discussing the division of the player’s salary.Morata agreed to Leganes move, Como discussing division of salaryMorata is widely expected to leave Como by the end of the summer transfer window. He had joined on a season-long loan deal from Milan last summer
  
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• Barnsley sign Blackburn defender O'Riordan on loan

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Connor O'Riordan joined Blackburn Rovers from Crewe in January 2024 [Getty Images]Barnsley have signed Blackburn defender Connor O'Riordan on a season-long loan deal, with an option to make it permanent in the summer.The 22-year-old, who has represented Republic of Ireland up to Under-21 level, spent the first half of last season on loan in League One with Doncaster.He returned to Blackburn in January and made six appearances in all competitions for the Championship side.O'Riordan could make his
  
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• Barcelona exit imminent for promising defender as he keeps fans guessing over Elche move: ‘You’ll find out soon’

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona exit imminent for promising defender as he keeps fans guessing over Elche move: ‘You’ll find out soon’Alvaro Cortes appears to be closing in on his Barcelona exit after the young defender was left out of the squad and subsequently departed the club’s training ground, according to SPORT.The 19-year-old’s future has been the subject of growing speculation in recent days, with Elche emerging as one of the strongest options for the centre-back. Notably, C
  
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• 2026-27 Champions League draw: Who could Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como face?

  27-08-2026 12:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2026-27 Champions League draw: Who could Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como face?The draw for the 2026-27 Champions League league phase will take place on Thursday evening: Here is everything that Inter, Napoli, Roma and Como need to know about the process and their potential opponents.The top four sides from the 2025-26 Serie A season have earned a spot in the 2026-27 edition of the Champions League, and in a dramatic twist in the final few weeks of the previous campaign, there will be no Milan or Ju
  
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• Are Moyes and Everton's owners on the same page?

  27-08-2026 12:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton manager David Moyes has said he needs more new players before the transfer window closes [Getty Images]Everton's owners the Friedkin Group are rarely seen and barely heard – so when they announced via chief executive Angus Kinnear that they regarded missing out on European football last season as "failure" it came as a surprise.Not least to manager David Moyes.Everton were in one of the nine European places on offer to English clubs when Merlin Rohl gave them the lead against Sunde
  
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• Barcelona ready to reward two young stars with new contracts after impressing Hansi Flick

  27-08-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona ready to reward two young stars with new contracts after impressing Hansi FlickBarcelona are preparing to reward two of their emerging young talents after their impressive performances during pre-season, with Xavi Espart and Brian Farinas both willing to open talks over new and improved contracts.According to SPORT, Barcelona sporting director Deco and the club’s hierarchy have informed both players’ representatives of their intention to improve their salary conditions afte
  
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• Preston 'need five signings' as McCann suffers blow

  27-08-2026 12:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ali McCann played 26 Championship games for Preston last season [Getty Images]Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom wants the club to make five new signings before the transfer window closes.The 4-0 home Carabao Cup loss to Everton on Wednesday was North End's third successive defeat and underlined the limitations of the current squad.The loss of midfielder Ali McCann to a hamstring injury after coming on as a substitute has only served to add to their problems."It's not ideal. We're real
  
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• Grounding at St Mirren shaped my Villa captaincy - McGinn

  27-08-2026 12:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Scotland midfielder John McGinn says his grounding at St Mirren has enormously helped him as Aston Villa captain.McGinn came through the academy in Paisley before breaking into the first team, where he won the League Cup in the 2012-13 season and made almost 100 appearances.Three years at Hibs followed before a move to Villa in 2018, establishing himself as a crucial player in the Premier League. McGinn, 31, became Villa captain in 2022 and led the club to Europa League success last season."It w
  
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• Here we go: Real Madrid set to sign 21-year-old Ghanaian talent as player completes medical

  27-08-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Here we go: Real Madrid set to sign 21-year-old Ghanaian talent as player completes medicalReal Madrid have been quite busy shoring up the senior team this summer, with the club making no less than six new signings so far.But the club are equally keen on reinforcing their ranks at RM Castilla, which has witnessed a mass exodus of sorts, with several youngsters leaving for more game time elsewhere.It was reported earlier this week that Real Madrid are closing in on the capture of defender Oscar N
  
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• Liverpool close in on £120m deal for PSG's Barcola

  27-08-2026 12:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bradley Barcola has helped Paris St-Germain win the Champions League in the past two seasons [Getty Images]Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Bradley Barcola from Paris St-Germain for a fee that could rise to £120m. Sources have indicated to BBC Sport that talks have progressed in the last 48 hours and a full agreement is now close for the France forward. PSG had valued the 23-year-old at £145m but Liverpool are poised to agree a package that will be worth a minimum of £
  
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• Wrexham complete signings of Ekomie and Kabore

  27-08-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jacques Ekomie (left) and Issa Kabore (right) are two of five senior signings made by Wrexham so far this summer [Wrexham AFC]Wrexham have completed the signings of Issa Kabore from Manchester City and Jacques Ekomie from Angers.Burkina Faso international Kabore featured 32 times across all competitions during a loan spell with Wrexham in 2025-26 and has now signed a three-year deal with the club."I'm very happy to be back. It feels good to be here again," said right wing-back Kabore."Everybody
  
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• The strengths Barcola will bring to Anfield

  27-08-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]At first glance, Bradley Barcola looks like the natural successor to Luis Diaz, with the underlying data suggesting the Paris St-Germain forward could fill that void.Opta's player similarity model rates the Frenchman as the winger whose output most closely resembled Diaz's across Europe's top five leagues in 2025-26 (78%), with Mohamed Salah (65%), Lamine Yamal (61%) and Vinicius Junior (61%) the next closest matches.A closer look, however, suggests Liverpool - who are closing in o
  
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• Bielik and Osho provide defensive boost for Cardiff

  27-08-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cardiff City were without a centre-back at Derby last Saturday [Getty Images]Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy says Cardiff City's defensive crisis has been alleviated with the "positive" arrival of Krystian Bielik and the potential return of Gabriel Osho.Bielik joined the Bluebirds on a three-year contract from West Bromwich Albion, while Osho has returned to training after sustaining a knee injury during the 1-1 draw against Wrexham.In addition to Osho, who could return to action against Sheffield
  
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• Will Rangers avoid 'thermonuclear' European exit?

  27-08-2026 12:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pride, prestige and plenty of cash are on the line for Rangers tonight as they bid to join Hearts in the Conference League proper.Derek McInnes' side have little room for error with a slender 1-0 lead over Jablonec in the play-off second leg in the Czech Republic.Rangers are in the last chance saloon for European football this season - so what would the reaction be if they exit?"Thermonuclear, I think would be the only phrase for it," says The Herald football writer Stephen McGowan."It's funny b
  
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• Tottenham 5-1 Charlton - the fans' verdict

  27-08-2026 12:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Tottenham's 5-1 Carabao Cup second round win over Championship side Charlton on Wednesday.Here are some of your comments:Paul: A win is a win even though Charlton's much-changed team didn't really compete. Nice to see Solanke get some game time and a goal and Moore's goal will help with his confidence. Savio looked sharp and was very positive in his play and Bergvall got Saturday's performance out of his system. Let's hope for more of the same on Sat
  
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• Barcelona youth prodigy to debut his new shirt number against Athletic Club

  27-08-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona youth prodigy to debut his new shirt number against Athletic ClubXavi Espart has become the talk of the town at Barcelona following his solid performance in the opening game against Elche CF.Many are expecting Espart to follow in the footsteps of Pau Cubarsi and become La Masia‘s next big defensive asset.In light of his early success, Espart has also been reportedly handed the number 12 jersey in the first team. Espart to debut with no. 12 against Athletic ClubAccording to SPORT,
  
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• Why Sheffield United case could be a test for the new football regulator

  27-08-2026 12:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sheffield United were bought by COH Sports Bidco Limited in December 2024 [Getty Images]Just a few short months ago, Sheffield Wednesday looked like being the first club to come under the microscope of the new Independent Football Regulator.But now it is neighbours Sheffield United who are attracting the attention of the regulator.The IFR had Wednesday in its sights when Dejphon Chansiri stopped funding the club, until administration ended his reign before the new regulator's powers kicked in. T
  
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• Baleba's 'a huge talent' - Campbell

  27-08-2026 12:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Former Manchester United striker Fraizer Campbell says new signing Carlos Baleba "is a huge talent" and has the potential to be one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. United targeted 22-year-old Baleba after deciding to strengthen their midfield further following the summer arrivals of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.Baleba made 112 appearances for Brighton, scoring four times, including 31 in the Premier League last season as they finish
  
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• Maresca on not rushing Bouaddi, Grealish future and Crystal Palace

  27-08-2026 12:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has been speaking to the media before Friday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park (kick-off 20:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Midfielder Elliott Anderson "is fully fit" and was only substituted off against Bournemouth because he had cramp.Jeremy Doku is still unavailable, while Maresca remains unsure about Matheus Nunes "as he's not 100% still".Maresca did not rule out the possibility of Marc Guehi playing in mid
  
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• Everton Grealish's preference if he leaves Man City

  27-08-2026 12:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jack Grealish has made two substitute appearances for Manchester City this season [Getty Images]Jack Grealish's preference would be to return to Everton should he leave Manchester City in the remaining days of the transfer window, sources have told BBC Sport.The 30-year-old has appeared as a substitute in City's opening two games of the season, but new boss Enzo Maresca is open to letting the Englishman leave the club before Tuesday's transfer deadline.Grealish spent last season with the Toffees
  
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• 'A lot more to achieve' - Isidor signs new deal until 2030

  27-08-2026 12:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor says "there is still a lot more to achieve here" after signing a new deal to keep him at the club until 2030.Isidor joined the Black Cats initially on loan from Zenit St Petersburg in August 2024 before making the deal permanent in February 2025.The 26-year-old has scored 19 goals in 83 appearances in all competitions for Sunderland, including six in the Premier League last season as Regis Le Bris's side finished seventh and achieved Europa League q
  
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• Gossip: Choudhury and Souttar to leave Foxes?

  27-08-2026 12:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derby County have submitted a bid to Leicester City for Bangladesh international Hamza Choudhury with the Foxes keen to offload the 28-year-old midfielder from their wage bill. (Leicester Mercury)Wrexham are in talks with Leicester City to sign Australian centre-back Harry Souttar. The 27-year-old has been linked with a move to a number of clubs including Sheffield United, who are said to be put off by the £10m asking price. (Sky Sports)For more EFL transfer news and rumours, read Thursday
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona sign veteran goalkeeper on a four-year contract until 2030

  27-08-2026 12:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona sign veteran goalkeeper on a four-year contract until 2030FC Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic from Fenerbahce.The 31-year-old shot-stopper has signed a four-year contract with the La Liga champions running until the summer of 2030.“Agreement reached between FC Barcelona and Fenerbahçe SK for the transfer of Dominik Livakovic. The Croatian keeper signs for four seasons up to 30 June
  
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• Liverpool’s Defensive Midfield Problem Exposed in Newcastle Thriller

  27-08-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s Defensive Midfield Problem Exposed in Newcastle ThrillerNewcastle 2 – 2 Liverpool – PL PostmortemBy Steven SmithAfter a Frustrating Opening, Liverpool Escape With a PointLiverpool’s return to Premier League action ended with a 2–2 draw at Newcastle, but the scoreline only tells part of the story.The Reds had enough possession and created enough opportunities to win the game. Yet, defensive instability and a lack of protection in front of the back four re
  
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