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• Real Madrid talent’s future once again in focus after disappointing World Cup campaign

  08-07-2026 08:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid talent’s future once again in focus after disappointing World Cup campaignThe latest Real Madrid news has centred around Endrick, with the Brazilian youngster returning to Spain after a frustrating 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. The 19-year-old forward leaves the tournament without a goal, without a single start and with fresh uncertainty surrounding his place in Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid squad ahead of the new season.According to AS, the biggest question now is wha
  
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• Transfer round-up: Inter deal collapses, Dybala announcement, Aston Villa chase Milan defender

  13-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer round-up: Inter deal collapses, Dybala announcement, Aston Villa chase Milan defenderAnan Khalaili has not passed his medical tests with Inter, while Roma have confirmed that Paulo Dybala signed a contract extension until 2027. Check out today’s transfer news from Serie A and Italian football.Paulo Dybala has officially signed a new contract at Roma, extending his stay in the capital until June 2027.The Giallorossi coach Gian Piero Gasperini released an interview with Radio Anch&r
  
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• Lionel Messi to face Arsenal quartet for the 1st time

  13-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lionel Messi to face Arsenal quartet for the 1st timeLionel Messi has talked about facing England for the first time, with none of Arsenal’s England internationals ever having played against him before.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesEngland’s recent victory over Norway sent them into the World Cup semi-finals this midweek, with Thomas Tuchel’s side to face Argentina on Wednesday.Rather unusually for 39-year-old Lionel Messi, he’ll be facing an entirely new opponent, hav
  
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• Preston sign striker Erabi on loan from Genk

  13-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jusef Erabi only started four league games for Genk last season [Getty Images]Preston North End have signed striker Jusef Erabi on a season-long loan deal from Genk to make the Swede their third summer signing.Erabi, 23, joined Genk from Hammarby in his native Sweden in September 2025.Preston have the option to make the deal permanent."I've been speaking to the staff and the people around the club and it looks amazing," Erabi, who is of Afghan descent, told the club website."When I saw the club
  
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• Antonio Vergara: Napoli reach agreement over new deal

  13-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Antonio Vergara: Napoli reach agreement over new dealSerie A side Napoli saw Antonio Vergara impress at the turn of the year and are prepared to keep him at the club for the long term.In recent months, there have been doubts about the attacker’s future in Naples. Clubs in Italy and England have been keeping tabs on him and there have been suggestions of a formal offer from them too.But Napoli have acted fast. Gianluca Di Marzioreports that a meeting took place between the Partenopei and Ve
  
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• Barcelona to handle Julian Alvarez operation with greater discretion as Laporta takes charge

  13-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona to handle Julian Alvarez operation with greater discretion as Laporta takes chargeAccording to Santi Ovalle of Cadena SER, FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has taken personal control of the club’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez. Negotiations are expected to continue directly with Atletico Madrid chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin once the World Cup concludes.Change in negotiating strategyAccording to the journalist, Barcelona have now decided to handle the operation with greate
  
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• Allegri arrives for Napoli and Vergara agrees new contract to 2031

  13-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Allegri arrives for Napoli and Vergara agrees new contract to 2031Napoli are finally beginning to progress in pre-season, as new coach Max Allegri arrived ahead of tomorrow’s press conference, while Antonio Vergara has agreed an improved contract.The Partenopei have been fairly static compared to many of the other Serie A sides so far this summer, as they are forced to sell players before they can bring any more in.Allegri lands for Napoli presentationThey were also urged to wait until rec
  
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• Villa working on deal for Switzerland's Manzambi

  13-07-2026 19:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Johan Manzambi scored three goals and registered two assists for Switzerland at the World Cup [Getty Images]Aston Villa are working on a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi as they attempt to hijack a move to Newcastle United.Newcastle had appeared to be in pole position to sign Manzambi in a deal worth in the region of £50m, but BBC Sport previously reported the club had been a little cautious given the interest from elsewhere.Any deal could eclipse the record £50m Villa pai
  
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• Report: Manchester United remain interested in move for Newcastle star

  13-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Manchester United remain interested in move for Newcastle starManchester United Push Lewis Hall Deal as Old Trafford Pathway EmergesManchester United are maintaining a strong interest in Lewis Hall, with the Newcastle United left-back still viewed as a leading solution in a key problem position ahead of the new season. According to TeamTalk, United have been shaping this part of their recruitment drive for some time, and Hall remains central to that planning despite the obvious complicat
  
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• Done Deal: Ravaglia set for Watford loan with potential obligation to buy

  13-07-2026 19:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Ravaglia set for Watford loan with potential obligation to buyAccording to Sky Sport Italia, Watford have agreed a deal with Bologna for goalkeeper Federico Ravaglia, on loan with an option to buy that could become an obligation.The details of the arrangement are that this is a one-season loan with an option to buy at the end of the term.However, the condition to activate the obligation and make it permanent would be Watford earning promotion into the Premier League.There is a very It
  
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• Man United look ready to let midfield star join Liverpool

  13-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Man United look ready to let midfield star join LiverpoolManchester United look ready to let a midfield star join Liverpool. Here's your chance, Richard Hughes.Liverpool are in the market for a midfielder this summer and that’s something that could take precedence if Curtis Jones leaves the club. Let alone if Alexis Mac Allister also departs, as has been rumoured.Even Dominik Szoboszlai has hit a road block in contract talks. The Reds are facing an uncertain future with their midfield - an
  
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• Fiorentina enter the race for Real Madrid breakout midfield prodigy – report

  13-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fiorentina enter the race for Real Madrid breakout midfield prodigy – reportThiago Pitarch’s future at Real Madrid remains uncertain despite an impressive breakthrough campaign that established him as one of the club’s most promising young talents.The 18-year-old midfielder emerged as one of the revelations of last season after earning the trust of Alvaro Arbeloa during the second half of the campaign, producing a series of mature performances for the first team.Although Pitarc
  
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• Done Deal: Doekhi arrives for Lazio medical and contract to 2029

  13-07-2026 19:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Doekhi arrives for Lazio medical and contract to 2029Danilho Doekhi has arrived in Rome to join Lazio as a free agent after his contract with Union Berlin expires, ready to sign until June 2029.The defender was filmed this afternoon landing in the airport in the Eternal City, where he was whisked to a meeting where he finalised the details of the agreement.He is already having his medical tests and can now put pen to paper on a three-year contract.Doekhi lands for LazioDoekhi celebrat
  
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• “I thought, why don’t I learn about Jesus?” – Man City’s Rico Lewis reveals how faith changed his life

  13-07-2026 19:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  “I thought, why don’t I learn about Jesus?” – Man City’s Rico Lewis reveals how faith changed his lifeRico Lewis revealed that he “always loved history” and “something clicked” one dayThe Man City right-back announced that he married his partner, Amelia, on Tuesday last weekLewis made 22 outings in all competitions in Pep Guardiola’s final season at the club last termManchester City star Rico Lewis expounded on his journey with religion
  
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• Crewe can go under the radar for promotion - Offord

  13-07-2026 19:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Returning Crewe Alexandra centre-back Luke Offord says he is hoping the Alex can go "under the radar" in their bid for promotion in League Two this season.The 26-year-old is back at the club after spending the past two years with MK Dons.Offord, who made 170 appearances for the Railwaymen after coming through the club's academy, said he wanted to come back to "get Crewe out the league".The chance to work with boss Lee Bell again was also an added pull."The seasons I had previously before I left
  
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• Barcelona monitoring the situation of former defender with €14m price tag amid growing interest

  13-07-2026 19:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona monitoring the situation of former defender with €14m price tag amid growing interestFormer La Masia product Sergi Dominguez’s future could end up providing FC Barcelona with an unexpected financial boost this summer.The young central defender, who developed through La Masia before joining Dinamo Zagreb last summer, continues to attract interest from clubs across Europe. While a transfer remains possible this summer, it will not come cheaply.Among the clubs following the def
  
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• Xabi Alonso pushes Garnacho out, Roma closing in

  13-07-2026 19:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Xabi Alonso pushes Garnacho out, Roma closing inAlejandro Garnacho will not wear the Chelsea jersey next season. The Argentine is out of the plans of new manager Xabi Alonso, who confirmed in his presentation press conference that he will not be targeting the 2004-born player. The Spanish coach said: “Several clubs are interested in him,” and as is well known, Roma is among them. The Giallorossi have set their sights on the former Manchester United winger to strengthen the attacking
  
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• Dutch referee dropped from World Cup 2026 dies at age of 38

  13-07-2026 19:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A referee who was dropped from Fifa’s list of officials for World Cup 2026 has died, the Dutch federation (KNVB) announced.Rob Dieperink had been selected as a VAR for this summer’s tournament but was “removed from the list” of World Cup officials in May, Fifa said. Dieperink, 38, was arrested by the Metropolitan Police in April following an allegation of sexual assault against a teenage boy in London, The Athleticreported. We zijn geschrokken en diepbedroefd door het ove
  
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• Shock new club match city rivals in Mo Salah offer

  13-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Shock new club match city rivals in Mo Salah offerMohamed Salah is no longer a Liverpool player. The 34-year-old reached an agreement to rip up his £400k per week contract one year early. Originally due to expire in 2027 the Egyptian King’s deal was instead curtailed on June 30.Currently on his post-season break following Egypt’s FIFA World Cup elimination at the hands of Argentina Salah is making up his mind over his next move.Saudi Pro League clubs have long been thought of a
  
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• Celik resists Fiorentina and Fenerbahce interest to renew Roma contract

  13-07-2026 19:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celik resists Fiorentina and Fenerbahce interest to renew Roma contractFiorentina and Fenerbahce made a late attempt to sign free agent Zeki Celik, but the Turkiye international has reportedly already agreed to sign a new contract with Roma.The 29-year-old is currently free to do as he wishes, because his contract with the Giallorossi expired on June 30.This has made him an appetising prospect on the transfer market, with Fenerbahce making a proposal, while Fiorentina have also seemingly approac
  
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• Dybala: “It’s a privilege to play for Roma.”

  13-07-2026 19:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dybala: “It’s a privilege to play for Roma.”It’s finally official: Paulo Dybala will remain in Rome for at least another year. Despite the temptation of Boca Juniors, the Argentine has signed a one-year contract with the Roman club for a fee just under three million. Today, the number 21 appeared at Roma’s training camp, which will kick off next season. The permanence of the 1993-born player was a priority for Gian Piero Gasperini, and the coach’s wishes have
  
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• Roma prepare offer for Celitc’s Arne Engels

  13-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma prepare offer for Celitc’s Arne EngelsRoma officially began the new season with the players gathering at Trigoria for their summer training camp, but Gian Piero Gasperini is still waiting for reinforcements from the transfer market. The Giallorossi coach reportedly asked the club to accelerate incoming transfers to complete a squad that, after many years of waiting, will also face the Champions League. The initial priority is the attacking wingers, considered one of the key positions
  
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• Chelsea forward Ribadeira re-joins FC Fleury 91 on loan

  13-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea forward Ribadeira re-joins FC Fleury 91 on loanChelsea forward Louna Ribadeira has re-joined French Arkema Première Ligue club FC Fleury 91 on loan for the 2026/2027 season.Les Essonniennes announced news of the deal via a post on their official club X account this afternoon.The 21-year-old attacker spent last season on loan at the Stade Auguste Gentelet. She helped FC Fleury 91 record a fifth-place finish in the Arkema Première Ligue table. The youngster overcame a long-te
  
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• Atletico pounce on Tresoldi in two-way race with Roma

  13-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico pounce on Tresoldi in two-way race with RomaToday is the first day of training camp at Trigoria, but there’s still a lot of work to do regarding the transfer market. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini’s priority is strengthening the attack, and the Giallorossi are keeping a close eye on several players. One of the names on the list is Nicolò Tresoldi, considered a good fit for Malen’s backup. However, in addition to Roma, other foreign clubs are also monitoring the stri
  
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• Andoni Iraola opens up on the ‘big challenge’ facing him at Liverpool

  13-07-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola opens up on the ‘big challenge’ facing him at LiverpoolAndoni Iraola Faces Liverpool Fixture Challenge as Champions League Demands LoomAndoni Iraola has walked into a job where the margin for error is slim and the workload is relentless. At Bournemouth, he built a sharp, aggressive side and drove them to European qualification. At Liverpool, the scale changes immediately. More games, more pressure, more scrutiny.He knows it too. The new Liverpool head coach has already
  
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• Report: Aston Villa star wanted by PSG in surprise move

  13-07-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Aston Villa star wanted by PSG in surprise movePSG Eye Lucas Digne Transfer as Aston Villa Face Another Summer TestParis Saint-Germain are exploring a move for Lucas Digne, according to Sports View, in a development that could hand Aston Villa another significant issue in an already demanding window. The 32-year-old defender is understood to be on PSG’s radar, with his contractual situation giving the French champions a clear route to act swiftly.This would be a notable return for
  
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• 'Proven Premier League performer' Tielemans would be 'a great signing'

  13-07-2026 18:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views Manchester United being in advanced talks to sign midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.Here are some of your comments:Adrian: Absolutely a good signing! Like this guy a lot and we should probably have gone for him when he left Leicester. I am starting to get cautiously optimistic!Harry: We have seen with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo that having Premier League experience is key for players to start quickly and be valuable assets to the club from
  
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• Lecce in battle for Scotland talent Ure, but long way off €4m price tag

  13-07-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lecce in battle for Scotland talent Ure, but long way off €4m price tagLecce are the favourites to snap up Scotland Under-21 international striker Robbie Ure, currently at IK Sirius, but seem a long way off the €4m asking price.According to Sportitalia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà, the Salentini are in active pursuit of the 22-year-old centre-forward.However, their proposal so far is believed to be just €1.8m plus a 20-25 per cent cut of his future sale fee.That is nowhe
  
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• 'Tielemans will be a huge miss'... 'he makes the team tick'

  13-07-2026 18:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC][Getty Images]We asked for your views on Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans being in advanced talks over a move to Manchester United. Here are some of your comments:Mark: Tielemans will be a huge miss for Villa as he is consistent week in, week out. His partnership with Boubacar Kamara is the outlet to move the ball forward. Always a key part of most of Villa break away goals, great with a free-kick and can finish. Big blow after a successful season.Rob: His time at Leicester was incons
  
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• Liverpool sign England goalkeeper Keating

  13-07-2026 18:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool have signed England goalkeeper Khiara Keating on a free transfer from Manchester City.The 22-year-old leaves City following the expiry of her contract and reunites with manager Gareth Taylor, who she worked with in Manchester. In June, BBC Sport reported that Keating had turned down a contract extension offer at City amid interest from Liverpool.Keating is a graduate of the Manchester City academy and helped them win a second Women's Super League title last season."[Liverpool is] such
  
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