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• Real Madrid exit edging closer as player prepares financial sacrifice

  25-06-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid exit edging closer as player prepares financial sacrificeReal Madrid have already signed four players this summer, and now they are set to finalise their first departure. Dani Ceballos has already been told by Jose Mourinho that he has no future at the Bernabeu, and thus far, he has been seeking a way out over the last couple of weeks.Ceballos has been linked with Ajax, while Juventus have also shown interest in his services. However, neither will be signing him, as it is almost take
  
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• Official: AC Milan will ‘play to win’ with new CEO Calvelli

  26-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: AC Milan will ‘play to win’ with new CEO CalvelliMilan formally announced that Massimo Calvelli is their new CEO, as Gerry Cardinale and RedBird restructure the entire management team. ‘We will play to win, instead of playing not to lose.’MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 03: Gerry Cardinale of AC Milan looks on before the Serie A match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 03, 2022 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Ge
  
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• Hull City in advanced talks to sign Lille’s Thomas Meunier

  26-06-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hull City in advanced talks to sign Lille’s Thomas MeunierWhilst it is not yet confirmed, Thomas Meunier (34) is expected to leave Lille OSC upon the expiry of his contract at the end of this month. As per a report from Sacha Tavolieri, newly promoted Hull City are interested in signing the Belgium international.Two years after joining Lille on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract at Trabzonspor, Meunier is set to depart. The full-back has been a key player under
  
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• Stevenage sign ex-Charlton midfielder Taylor

  26-06-2026 15:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stevenage have signed former Charlton Athletic midfielder Terry Taylor on a free transfer.The 24-year-old has agreed a two-year contract at the Lamex Stadium, with an option for a further year.He joined Charlton from Burton Albion in the summer of 2023, but struggled to win a regular place at The Valley and made 49 appearances during a season-long loan at Northampton Town in 2025-26.Taylor is Stevenage's second signing since their League One play-off semi-final defeat by Stockport County, follow
  
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• Milan advisor Ibrahimovic hails talent Alajbegovic: ‘That is rare’

  26-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan advisor Ibrahimovic hails talent Alajbegovic: ‘That is rare’RedBird chief Gerry Cardinale was at today’s Milan summit to work out a transfer strategy, after Zlatan Ibrahimovic publicly praised target Kerim Alajbegovic. ‘That is rare.’It was the first big meeting since the club decided on its new hierarchy, but Cardinale himself had not been expected at Casa Milan headquarters.According to Sport Mediaset, it was attended by Cardinale, CEO Massimo Calvelli, Dire
  
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• Arsenal announce their 2026 Emirates Cup opponents

  26-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal announce their 2026 Emirates Cup opponentsArsenal have officially confirmed that they’ll face Borussia Dortmund in the 2026 edition of the Emirates Cup, with the game booked in for early August.Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty ImagesArsenal have announced that they’ll play a pre-season match against Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, August 9th at 14:00 BST, with the game acting as this year’s Emirates Cup clash.2026 will be the 15th edition of the Emirates Cup, and the game wi
  
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• Real Madrid midfielder receives assurances from Mourinho over future

  26-06-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid midfielder receives assurances from Mourinho over futureReal Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde enters a defining period for both club and country, carrying the responsibility of leading Uruguay through a difficult World Cup campaign while preparing for a new chapter at the club under Jose Mourinho.The midfielder captains Uruguay during a tournament that has already fallen below expectations, with draws against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde leaving Marcelo Bielsa’s side under im
  
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• Report: Nottingham Forest pushing for two midfield signings after Elliot Anderson exit

  26-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Nottingham Forest pushing for two midfield signings after Elliot Anderson exitNottingham Forest Transfer Plans Take Shape as Midfield Targets EmergeForest Prepare for Midfield ReshuffleNottingham Forest are preparing for a significant reshaping of their midfield if Elliot Anderson completes his proposed move to Manchester City. According to Sky Sports, the club are now aiming to recruit two central midfielders rather than the single addition originally planned.Photo IMAGOThat change refl
  
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• Nottingham Forest eyeing Manchester City midfield raid as Elliot Anderson undergoes medical

  26-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nottingham Forest eyeing Manchester City midfield raid as Elliot Anderson undergoes medicalMan City midfielder Mateo Kovacic has attracted interest from Nottingham Forest & Aston VillaElliot Anderson’s £116 million City transfer is likely to play a part in the Croatian’s futureEx Chelsea & Real Madrid midfielder is into the final year of his Man City contractNottingham Forest and Aston Villa are both weighing up moves for Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic, accord
  
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• Roma secure Romano sale to Cagliari for total €6.5m

  26-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma secure Romano sale to Cagliari for total €6.5mRoma need to raise funds by June 30 to balance the books and received a boost with the sale of Alessandro Romano to Cagliari for €6.5m including add-ons.The Giallorossi face a difficult task every summer trying to meet their strict Financial Fair Play settlement limits, even after qualifying for the Champions League.While Matias Soulé continues to stall on a possible move to the Saudi Pro League, they have at least managed to ag
  
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• Brentford in talks to hold Shakhtar's Champions League matches

  26-06-2026 15:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brentford have played their home matches at the Gtech Community Stadium since 2020 [Getty Images]Brentford are in talks with Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk over hosting their Champions League fixtures at the Gtech Community Stadium for the forthcoming season.Shakhtar will directly enter the league phase of the 2026-27 competition.Initially, they had qualified for the third qualifying round but were moved into the league phase due to Champions League winners Paris St-Germain already qualifying t
  
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• How far can Haaland carry Norway at the World Cup?

  26-06-2026 15:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Two of the greatest forwards in world football will go head-to-head at Boston Stadium on Friday, as Norway and Erling Haaland take on France and Kylian Mbappe.Both nations have won their opening two group-stage matches at the World Cup, helped by devastating displays from their star strikers. Both have each scored twice in their two opening games, leaving them on four goals for the tournament.With top spot in Group I still up for grabs, both players are expected to start despite th
  
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• Brady quietly happy with Vale's transfer business

  26-06-2026 15:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jon Brady is trying to steer Port Vale back to League One at the first attempt in 2026-27 [Getty Images]Port Vale manager Jon Brady says he is "quietly happy" over the club's transfer business so far as they prepare for a return to League Two.Vale have signed three players - defender Jasper Moon, goalkeeper Jackson Smith and midfielder Matthew Craig - as Brady reshapes his squad following last season's relegation from League One.The club began the summer with 19 players under contract after seve
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona tie down 16-year-old La Masia wonderkid to new contract

  26-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona tie down 16-year-old La Masia wonderkid to new contractBarcelona have taken an important step in protecting one of the brightest prospects to emerge from La Masia in recent years. The Catalan club have officially confirmed that highly-rated winger Ruslan Mba has signed a new professional contract, ensuring he will continue his development at the club as he moves into the Juvenil ranks.The agreement shows Barcelona’s long-term faith in the 16-year-old, who has attr
  
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• Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses

  26-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  England defender Poppy Pattinson has extended her contract with London City Lionesses until summer 2029.The full-back made her England senior debut in March 2026 when she was part of the squad for the 2027 Women's World Cup qualification matches against Ukraine and Iceland.However, due to injury, Pattison missed much of last season."Last season was a bit of a rollercoaster on a personal level," said Pattison."It started off with an injury which was a new challenge. I came back and then earned an
  
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• New Darwin Nunez opportunity emerges after Liverpool turn down striker deal

  26-06-2026 15:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  New Darwin Nunez opportunity emerges after Liverpool turn down striker dealIt looks like Liverpool will pass up the chance to re-sign Darwin Nunez.The Uruguayan striker - who is currently on duty with his nation at the FIFA World Cup - left Anfield last summer.The 27-year-old joined Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia for an initial £46m on a contract worth £400k per week. But the No9’s time in the Middle East has been a disaster - and he is without significant game time since February.Al
  
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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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