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• Real Madrid take surprise stance on Endrick summer exit

  28-07-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid take surprise stance on Endrick summer exitThe final few weeks of the summer transfer window will be busy for Real Madrid, with signings and exits expected. In terms of incomings, Yan Diomande and Rodri are wanted, while there are several first team players that have been earmarked as candidates to leave before the end of next month.Raul Asencio, Eduardo Camavinga and Franco Mastantuono (loan) are players that Real Madrid want to move on, while they could also be convinced to sell Go
  
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• The Times: FIFA plans to sell stakes in the World Cup

  28-07-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Times: FIFA plans to sell stakes in the World CupFIFA president Gianni Infantino intends to sell commercial stakes in the World Cup to private investors. The initiative is part of a financial scheme that could generate millions in revenue and already includes talks with figures close to the Trump administration.UEFA speaks out against itFollowing the leak of the project, UEFA issued a statement condemning FIFA’s move:"This crosses a line that football institutions should never cross...
  
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• Uefa issues furious statement after reports Fifa plans to sell stakes in World Cup

  28-07-2026 17:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa has reacted furiously to reports Fifa president Gianni Infantino is planning to sell stakes in the men’s World Cup to investors.Infantino is plotting a scheme whereby Fifa would retain majority control of the World Cup and the rest would be sold, partly to each of Fifa’s 211 national associations, and partly to private investment, according to reports by The Times and Financial Timeson Tuesday.The plan could potentially see Infantino installed as the “commissioner” o
  
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• Are Alonso's Chelsea prioritising experience over youth?

  28-07-2026 17:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea are targeting deals for Maxence Lacroix, Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson and the ages of the experienced trio, especially the latter two, seem to signal a major change in transfer tactics from the Blues.At 26 years old, it could be said that Crystal Palace defender Lacroix is in his prime, but the £52m target is still notably older than other recent Blues signings.It has been two years since Chelsea signed a player older than Lacroix, and Tosin Adarabioyo was only
  
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• Real Madrid accused of “unforgivable mismanagement” in Vinicius Junior case

  28-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid accused of “unforgivable mismanagement” in Vinicius Junior caseOne of the key situations that Real Madrid must resolve before the end of the summer transfer window is Vinicius Junior’s contract. The Brazilian winger has less than a year remaining on his current deal, and with no renewal agreement in sight, it has led to strong speculation on his future at the Bernabeu.Talks have taken place on several occasions over the last 12-18 months between Real Madrid official
  
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• Ranieri goes from retirement to new Italy role at almost 75

  28-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ranieri goes from retirement to new Italy role at almost 75Claudio Ranieri has been named the new Italy technical director, as just shy of his 75th birthday, Sir Claudio is again tempted out of retirement.epa11129765 Roma’s coach Daniele De Rossi embraces with Cagliari’s coach Claudio Ranieri during the Italian Serie A soccer match between AS Roma and Cagliari Calcio, in Rome, Italy, 05 February 2024. EPA-EFE/ANGELO CARCONIThe focus on today’s announcement from FIGC President G
  
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• Football on TV in August 2026: The best games to watch live

  28-07-2026 17:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Football on TV in August 2026: The best games to watch liveThe start of the 2026/27 season is on the horizon, and fans have plenty to look forward to during the early part of the campaign.With the August schedule packed with eye-catching fixtures, demand for reliable live football streams will be off the scale.With that in mind, read on as we preview some of the best games to watch live, starting with a blockbuster clash in the Championship.Cardiff City vs Wrexham – Championship – Au
  
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• Celtic's other record-breaking signings

  28-07-2026 17:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Celtic have announced the arrival of striker Kasper Hogh and confirmed they have paid a "club record transfer" for the Denmark international.Reports suggest the Glasgow club have paid £11m plus add-ons for the Bodo/Glimt forward, who scored five goals in last season's Champions League. But who else has broken the signing record at Parkhead?Before Hogh, it was Arne Engels. The Belgium midfielder joined in August 2024 from Bundesliga side Augsburg in a deal believed to be worth
  
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• PSG could make a last-ditch attempt to hijack Real Madrid deal for Bundesliga winger

  28-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG could make a last-ditch attempt to hijack Real Madrid deal for Bundesliga wingerThere has been a lot of noise surrounding Yan Diomande’s future lately, with news reports of his supposed move to Real Madrid even stirring an online battle between journalists Fabrizio Romano and Florian Plettenberg.For now, Real Madrid and RB Leipzig are yet to finalise a deal, but it has been described that both parties may soon come to an agreement. This, of course, did not go well with PSG, who were ea
  
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• Liverpool have “agreement in principle” with £140m winger PSG could still end up selling

  28-07-2026 17:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have “agreement in principle” with £140m winger PSG could still end up sellingBradley Barcola’s move to Liverpool has seemed impossible given the figures, involved, but bit by bit it’s creeping closer.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.Bradley Barcola’s potential move to Liverpool is inching ever closer.Today, the well respected Loic Tanz
  
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• Celtic 'a really good match' for record signing Kogh

  28-07-2026 17:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Denmark striker Kasper Hogh has become Celtic's second summer signing [Getty Images]Denmark striker Kasper Hogh says Celtic are a "really good match" for him after becoming the club's record signing.The 25-year-old has joined for a reported fee of £11m from Bodo/Glimt and becomes the Scottish champions' second summer recruit, following the arrival of Camilo Duran.Hogh - who scored 54 goals in 103 games for Norwegians Bodo/Glimt, five of which were in last season's Champions League - has pe
  
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• Bayern Munich CEO laughs off Michael Olise and Luis Diaz transfer rumors: “We’re not stupid!”

  28-07-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bayern Munich CEO laughs off Michael Olise and Luis Diaz transfer rumors: “We’re not stupid!”Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has effectively laughed off transfer rumors surrounding Michael Olise and Luis Diaz. Speaking at the Munich Press Club, Dreesen dismissed recent reports linking Olise with Real Madrid and Díaz with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. The Bayern executive insisted that the Bundesliga champions have received no approaches for either player.Dreese
  
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• Barcelona forward might play a critical role in club’s pursuit of priority target

  28-07-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona forward might play a critical role in club’s pursuit of priority targetAs time progresses, Ferran Torres’ future looks increasingly away from Barcelona, with reports indicating that he has already informed the club of his desire to leave amid interest from PSG.Ferran’s potential exit could be devastating for Barcelona as it would leave them without a proper centre-forward, especially after the exit of Robert Lewandowski earlier in the summer.That makes Barcelona&rsquo
  
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• Euro 2020 winning coach Roberto Mancini returns to rescue Italy after third straight World Cup miss

  28-07-2026 17:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ENSCHEDE, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 15: Head coach of Italy Roberto Mancini attends before the UEFA Nations League 2022/23 semifinal match between Spain and Italy at FC Twente Stadium on June 15, 2023 in Enschede, Netherlands. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)Claudio Villa/Getty ImagesMILAN (AP) — Roberto Mancini has once again been tasked with revitalizing an Italy team in crisis, almost exactly three years after he bolted on the national team.Italian soccer federation president Giovanni Mal
  
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• Mohamed Salah makes £34m contract U-turn

  28-07-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Mohamed Salah makes £34m contract U-turnMohamed Salah has left Liverpool. The Egyptian King has been the main attacker for the Anfield outfit ever since he joined the club back in 2017.At the time, hardly anyone expected the former Chelsea man to be as good as he was but, he managed to prove everyone wrong and forever cemented himself in Liverpool's history books.His 50 + goal contributions during the 2024-25 campaign were one of the main reasons why Liverpool won the Premier League title
  
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• Badiashile targeted by Napoli, but Chelsea agreement unlikely at €30m

  28-07-2026 17:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Badiashile targeted by Napoli, but Chelsea agreement unlikely at €30mMultiple sources confirm Napoli talks with Chelsea for Benoit Badiashile, but the €30m asking price and refusal to accept a loan with option to buy make it very difficult.The Partenopei are under transfer limitations this summer, meaning they cannot sign new players without first making sales.COBHAM, ENGLAND – JANUARY 27: Benoit Badiashile of Chelsea warms up during a training session at Chelsea Training Ground
  
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• Three La Masia prospects have caught Barcelona staff’s eye in pre-season

  28-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three La Masia prospects have caught Barcelona staff’s eye in pre-seasonBarcelona’s pre-season is currently underway sans the World Cup stars, and several La Masia prospects have unsurprisingly utilised the chance to make their presences felt.Over the past few years, the Blaugrana have seen several young academy talents make it big with even the World Cup-winning Spanish contingent having good representation.Hansi Flick has again used the pre-season as an audition for the young talen
  
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• Premier League side closing in on double deal with Real Madrid

  28-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Premier League side closing in on double deal with Real MadridReal Madrid are set for a busy final few weeks of the summer transfer window, both in terms of incomings and exits. Yan Diomande and Rodri are among those that could arrive at the Bernabeu, while one of the likely candidates to depart is Gonzalo Garcia.Former Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa is keen to be reunited with Gonzalo at Fulham, and while current manager Jose Mourinho would prefer the La Fabrica graduate to stay, it is l
  
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• Image: A closer look at Real Madrid’s pink third jersey for 2026/27 season

  28-07-2026 17:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Image: A closer look at Real Madrid’s pink third jersey for 2026/27 seasonThe new season is just around the corner and fans will be excited for what Real Madrid have to offer under Jose Mourinho, especially after the spending spree this summer.Fans are equally excited about the third kit as it is expected to don a vibrant pink colour, as revealed by earlier leaks.Now, a report from MARCA has given us a closer look at the pink jersey, which will act as Real Madrid’s third-kit for next
  
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• 🚨The first has arrived: América announce their new signing

  28-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨The first has arrived: América announce their new signingClub América have officially announced the signing of Colombian forward Óscar Perea ahead of the 2026 Liga MX Apertura Tournament. The 20-year-old arrives from Strasbourg in France — after a loan spell at AVS in Portugal — on a one-year loan deal with an option to buy.
  Versatility for Almada’s systemPerea, who began his professional career at Atlético Nacional in his home country, stan
  
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• Milan’s Rafael Leao: Why Galatasaray can still beat Fenerbahce in the race

  28-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan’s Rafael Leao: Why Galatasaray can still beat Fenerbahce in the raceSerie A side Milan are yet to find the right suitor for Rafael Leao, with a war involving Galatasaray and Fenerbahce still ongoing. In the meantime, it appears as though Gala could yet have a chance at signing the Portuguese.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that earlier today, Fenerbahce had a meeting with Milan about the player. It was largely interlocutory, with the Turkish side yet to make a formal offer for the play
  
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• Manchester City receive transfer request from star forward

  28-07-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City receive transfer request from star forwardSavinho has informed Manchester City of his desire to leave the Etihad Stadium.The Brazilian international is citing a desire for more game time and development in his career.Tottenham are long-standing admirers of the winger and are now expected to accelerate their pursuit.Savinho has now informed Manchester City of his clear desire to leave the football club this summer, it has been revealed.The 22-year-old has been a long-standing tran
  
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• Celtic make Denmark striker Hogh their record signing

  28-07-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Denmark striker Kasper Hogh has become Celtic's second summer signing [Getty Images]Denmark striker Kasper Hogh says Celtic are a "really good match" for him after becoming the club's record signing.The 25-year-old has joined for a reported club-record fee of £11m from Bodo/Glimt and becomes the Scottish champions' second summer recruit, following the arrival of Camilo Duran.Hogh - who scored 54 goals in 103 games for Norwegians Bodo/Glimt, five of which were in last season's Champions Lea
  
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• Burnley sign French midfielder Raghouber

  28-07-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ugo Raghouber played twice for Lille last season before his loan move to Spain [Getty Images]Burnley have completed the signing of midfielder Ugo Raghouber for an undisclosed fee from French side Lille.The Frenchman, 23, has agreed a four-year contract with the Clarets.Raghouber spent the second half of last season on loan with Levante in La Liga, where he played 16 times.But he is now swapping that for the Championship as Burnley begin life under new head coach Nicky Hayen."Once I heard of the
  
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• Birmingham sign Argentine striker Vazquez

  28-07-2026 16:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Luis Vazquez is a former Argentina Under-23 international [Getty Images]Birmingham City have completed the signing of Argentine striker Luis Vazquez from Belgian top-flight side Anderlecht on a three-year-contract.The 25-year-old arrives at St Andrew's for an undisclosed fee, becoming Blues' fourth signing of the summer.After starting his career with Boca Juniors, where he helped the club win the top-flight title in 2022, Vazquez joined Anderlecht the following summer, went on to make more than
  
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• Former Everton boss has already shared his thoughts on Andoni Iraola

  28-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Everton boss has already shared his thoughts on Andoni IraolaAndoni Iraola’s Liverpool Shift Is Clear as Sean Dyche Highlights High-Press EdgeLiverpool have a new head coach and, very quickly, a different look. Andoni Iraola’s first unofficial outing ended in a 4-2 pre-season win over Sunderland, but the score was only part of the story. The bigger point was the shape of the performance, the speed of the attacks, the aggression without the ball, and the simple fact that this s
  
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• El Aynaoui attracting interest from Aston Villa and Premier League clubs

  28-07-2026 16:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  El Aynaoui attracting interest from Aston Villa and Premier League clubsRoma midfielder Neil El Aynaoui has reportedly been targeted by Aston Villa as a potential replacement for Youri Tielemans, but they aren’t the only Premier League club interested.ROME, ITALY – APRIL 18: Ederson of Atalanta challenges Neil El Aynaoui of AS Roma during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Atalanta BC at Stadio Olimpico on April 18, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)All the f
  
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• Emotional Zinedine Zidane achieves his ‘dream’ as he takes charge of the France team

  28-07-2026 16:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Headcoach of France Zinedine ZIDANE during the press conference of the new National Coach of France at Siege de la FFF on July 28, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by Daniel Derajinski/Icon Sport via Getty Images)Daniel Derajinski/Icon Sport via Getty ImagesMoments after being announced as France’s new coach on Tuesday, Zinedine Zidane clenched his fists and his usually measured voice trembled a little.“I’m excited,” he said. “The France team makes you dream. We have e
  
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• Roberto Mancini set for surprise return as Italy manager after FIGC turmoil

  28-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto Mancini set for surprise return as Italy manager after FIGC turmoilRoberto Mancini is set for a surprise return as Italy manager, according to The Athletic.The former Manchester City manager’s imminent return has already been confirmed by Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malago.Speaking after a FIGC board meeting, Malago revealed that Mancini is expected to complete the final formalities of his appointment soon.“I am talking to Mancini because he is the n
  
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• Roberto Mancini set for surprise return as Italy head coach after FIGC turmoil

  28-07-2026 16:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roberto Mancini set for surprise return as Italy head coach after FIGC turmoilRoberto Mancini is set for a surprise return as Italy head coach, according to The Athletic.The former Manchester City manager’s imminent return has already been confirmed by Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malago.Speaking after a FIGC board meeting, Malago revealed that Mancini is expected to complete the final formalities of his appointment soon.“I am talking to Mancini because he is
  
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