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• Sunderland prepare offer for Matias Soule

  09-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland prepare offer for Matias SouleMatias Soulé could leave Roma. Although the Giallorossi club made it through June 30 without making any major transfers, the 2003-born player remains on the move. Gian Piero Gasperini is looking for two starting strikers behind Malen, and in the coming weeks, the Argentine winger could be the prime candidate to leave the capital. The former Frosinone player, despite a difficult second half of the season due to groin pain, has attracted the attentio
  
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• La Masia starlet closes in on Girona move as Barcelona retain 50% future stake

  12-07-2026 14:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  La Masia starlet closes in on Girona move as Barcelona retain 50% future stakeBarça Atletic not moving up from the fourth division last season has left them with a very difficult decision to make on the futures of a number of players.Many young starlets who were part of Juliano Belletti’s squad for the reserve team last season would have outgrown that division and need to play for a different club at a higher level.This has seen some sales take place, and the latest one to join the
  
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• Barcelona and Dortmund Agree €30m Deal to Sign Karim Adeyemi

  12-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona and Dortmund Agree €30m Deal to Sign Karim AdeyemiBarcelona and Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement on the transfer of Karim Adeyemi for a figure in the region of €30 million, bonuses included. Matteo Moretto reported the development on X on Friday, attributing the original information to Fabrizio Romano.From Verbal Agreement to Fee SettledThe progression here has been swift. Earlier reporting had established that Adeyemi – the German international winger who jo
  
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• Abdukodir Khusanov’s agent sheds light on Newcastle talks before 2025 Man City transfer

  12-07-2026 14:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Abdukodir Khusanov’s agent sheds light on Newcastle talks before 2025 Man City transferKhusanov’s agent has confirmed Newcastle United held concrete talks to sign the Man City defenderAgent Gairat Khasbiullin says the two parties established a “great rapport” during negotiationsNewcastle were first to congratulate Khusanov on completing his move to Man City in January 2025The agent of Manchester City centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov has revealed that Newcastle United held c
  
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• Big stars and old rivals - what to expect in semi-finals

  12-07-2026 14:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]The World Cup continues to deliver drama and unforgettable moments, and the field is now down to just four nations as we head into the semi-finals. France, Spain, England and Argentina are now two wins away from the world title and with a place in the final at stake, the margin for error is now almost non-existent. So what can we look forward to in the last-four ties? This is your guide to the World Cup semi-finals. Mbappe v Yamal - European heavyweights go head-to-headFrance v Spain, Dalla
  
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• 'Not happy with the performance' - so why do England keep winning?

  12-07-2026 14:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bellingham was England's hero again on Saturday, scoring twice in the quarter-final win over Norway [Getty Images]England fought hard to beat Norway in the World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, but manager Thomas Tuchel is clearly concerned."We made life very difficult for ourselves," Tuchel said. "The result is fantastic but I'm not happy with the performance."He did follow these quotes up by commending the players for their heart: "I'm impressed with the effort, team spirit and belief to overco
  
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• Tension? Bellingham hits back at England boss's criticism 👀

  12-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tension? Bellingham hits back at England boss's criticism 👀Scorer of both goals in the win over Norway, the midfielder publicly disagreed with the coach’s assessment and came to the defense of the England squad.England secured their place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Norway, decided in extra time.Right after the final whistle, English Team coach Thomas Tuchel of Germany gave an interview to British broadcaster ITV and showed clear
  
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• Chelsea fix asking price for Alejandro Garnacho, next few hours key

  12-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea fix asking price for Alejandro Garnacho, next few hours keyRoma have been looking to sign Chelsea’s Alejandro Garnacho and finally bring the Argentine to the Serie A. A move looks complex but initial movements are taking shape.La Gazzetta dello Sportreport that the Italian side are working to make attacking signings, with Diego Moreira also a target.For Garnacho, they are waiting for Chelsea to open up to the possibility of an initial loan with an option to buy. This formula worked
  
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• Capello: ‘Nobody better than Maldini for Italy, Mancini mistake too big to forget’

  12-07-2026 14:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Capello: ‘Nobody better than Maldini for Italy, Mancini mistake too big to forget’Fabio Capello believes that the FIGC have made the right call in appointing Paolo Maldini as its new technical director, is pleased to see Leonardo joining him as an advisor, but says that Roberto Mancini’s previous mistakes are too great to simply forget: ‘I’ve already said I would go with Conte’.Maldini has recently been appointed as the new technical director of the FIGC and h
  
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• Jose Mourinho and Antonio Pintus agree joint plan for Real Madrid next season

  12-07-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jose Mourinho and Antonio Pintus agree joint plan for Real Madrid next seasonReal Madrid appointed Jose Mourinho as their new manager at the beginning of the summer, and it was always important that he forged good relationships with the backroom staff.A couple of days ago, it was revealed that the Portuguese tactician and Antonio Pintus are set to work together at Real Madrid after reaching a shared understanding over how their responsibilities can benefit the first team.According to Diario AS,
  
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• Future Arsenal player scores on senior debut with bizarre haircut

  12-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Future Arsenal player scores on senior debut with bizarre haircutFuture Arsenal player Edwin Quintero scored on his senior debut for Independiente del Valle last week, sporting a unique haircut.Photo via Quintero on InstagramIndependiente del Valle twin brothers Edwin and Holger Quintero are committed to joining Arsenal when they turn 18 in August 2027, but for the time being they remain with IDV in Ecuador.As a result, Edwin Quintero was able to make his senior debut as a substitute last week,
  
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• Borussia Dortmund confirm Barcelona-linked attacker holding talks with other clubs

  12-07-2026 14:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Borussia Dortmund confirm Barcelona-linked attacker holding talks with other clubsKarim Adeyemi has become the biggest talking point at Barcelona lately, after the club came from nowhere to complete a swoop on the German international.Indeed, everything suggests Adeyemi is on the verge of joining Barcelona this summer, in a deal worth around €22 million.And it appears Borussia Dortmund have already confirmed in a way that their star player is leaving this summer.Dortmund confirms Adeyemi is
  
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• Real Madrid World Cup Spotlight: Jude Bellingham emerges as the protagonist in England vs Norway

  12-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real MadridWorld Cup Spotlight: Jude Bellingham emerges as the protagonist in England vs NorwayThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is now moving into its most unforgiving phase, with every game carrying the weight of a season-defining night.England took on Norway in the quarter-finals in Miami, and while the performance itself was far from perfect, the ending belonged to one of Real Madrid’s biggest names.Norway came into the tie full of belief after knocking Brazil out in the previous round. They wer
  
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• Liverpool handed boost in the race for £38m midfielder after Fabrizio Romano’s update

  12-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool handed boost in the race for £38m midfielder after Fabrizio Romano’s updateLiverpool Eye Joao Gomes to Strengthen Midfield Options Under Andoni IraolaLiverpool’s summer rebuild looks set to include a serious look at Joao Gomes, with the Wolves midfielder emerging as a strong option for a side that needs greater protection and intensity in the centre of the pitch.The 25-year-old Brazilian has attracted attention after fresh reports indicated that Liverpool and Manchest
  
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• Barcelona World Cup Spotlight: Anthony Gordon provides an assist as England get past Norway

  12-07-2026 13:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona World Cup Spotlight: Anthony Gordon provides an assist as England get past NorwayThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is now deep into its business end, and the quarter-finals have started to separate the survivors from the serious contenders.England took on Norway in Miami Gardens with a place in the semi-finals at stake, and the game delivered the kind of tension expected at this stage of the tournament.It was not always pretty, especially from England’s point of view, but it was dramatic e
  
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• Can Hayen lift Burnley once again?

  12-07-2026 13:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Nicky Hayen has signed a three-year contract as Burnley boss [Getty Images]Burnley have entrusted former Genk boss Nicky Hayen with the task of guiding them to an immediate return to the Premier League.The 45-year-old Belgian replaces Scott Parker, who left by mutual consent at the end of April as the Clarets suffered relegation.Hayen, who had a spell with Welsh side Haverfordwest County between 2021 and 2022, led Genk to a seventh-placed finish in the Belgian top flight last season having
  
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• Report: Sunderland have held talks over move for Serie A star

  12-07-2026 13:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Sunderland have held talks over move for Serie A starSunderland Eye Matias Soulé as Roma Balance Sales, PSR Pressure and Summer PlansRoma’s summer is taking shape around a familiar reality, elite ambition backed by the need to sell well. According to Corriere Dello Sport, sporting director Tony D’Amico is working across multiple tracks, with departures expected to be central to what follows in the market.The name most relevant to Sunderland is Matias Soulé. Roma
  
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• Arsenal pushing to seal quick transfer for Argentina’s World Cup hero

  12-07-2026 13:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal are attempting to get a deal for Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez done before pre-season, as competition for the player looks to have regressed.The 26-year-old finally came alive in this World Cup on Sunday morning, scoring the extra-time winner for Argentina in their 3-1 win over Switzerland with a brilliant curling long-range strike.That ironically came as the options for the player appear to have lessened, due to the politics. Alvarez is open to an Arsenal move but his preferenc
  
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• Milan and Amorim interested in Manchester United defender Mazraoui

  12-07-2026 13:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan and Amorim interested in Manchester United defender MazraouiReports in Italy claim that Ruben Amorim is interested in the possibility of reuniting with his former Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui, who remains under contract at Old Trafford until 2028.Report: Milan head coach Amorim likes Manchester United defender MazraouiMilan are seeking new reinforcements for their defensive department this summer, and according to reports from Matteo Moretto on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTu
  
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• Legendary no.10s: Messi gifts Baggio Argentina shirt after World Cup quarter-final

  12-07-2026 13:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Legendary no.10s: Messi gifts Baggio Argentina shirt after World Cup quarter-finalGreatness recognises greatness: Lionel Messi was photographed alongside Italy legend Roberto Baggio and gave him a match-worn shirt shortly after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup quarter-final victory over Switzerland in the early hours of Sunday morning.Messi and Baggio team up for iconic photographBaggio was in attendance in Kansas City as Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in extra-time to book their place in the Wo
  
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• Real Madrid surpass Bayern and PSG with historic World Cup feat

  12-07-2026 13:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid surpass Bayern and PSG with historic World Cup featAlthough their last two trophyless seasons raised doubts about some of the biggest Real Madrid stars, the World Cup 2026 has strongly dispelled these doubts. All three star attackers of the Merengue team, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham, shone for their respective national teams in the top international competition this year.As recently reported, Real Madrid are the club whose players have scored the highest numbe
  
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• Juventus see opening offer for Pellegrino turned down by Parma

  12-07-2026 13:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Juventus see opening offer for Pellegrino turned down by ParmaReports in Italy claim that Juventus have sent an opening offer to Parma for centre-forward Matteo Pellegrino, which has been turned down by the Gialloblu.Report: Parma turn down opening Juventus offer for PellegrinoJuventus are on the hunt for a new striker now that Dusan Vlahovic’s contract has expired, and despite negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain for Randal Kolo Muani, reports over the last few days indicate that Juventu
  
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• Three things to watch out for as Barcelona begin pre-season under Flick

  12-07-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three things to watch out for as Barcelona begin pre-season under FlickHansi Flick begins his third season at FC Barcelona with a squad divided by the World Cup, a new group of La Masia hopefuls and an attack learning to live without Robert Lewandowski.There will be no grand reunion when Barcelona return to work on 13 July for the customary medical examinations and physical tests, beginning a pre-season that will later take them to St George’s Park in England.However, the group of players
  
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• Curtis Jones breaks silence on his Liverpool future amid Nottingham Forest interest

  12-07-2026 12:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Curtis Jones breaks silence on his Liverpool future amid Nottingham Forest interestCurtis Jones Transfer Rumours Take a Hit After Liverpool Midfielder’s Social Media ReplyLiverpool transfer rumours tend to snowball quickly, and Curtis Jones is the latest name dragged into the churn. The latest claim suggested the 24-year-old had already agreed a move to Nottingham Forest. That is a big statement. Right now, it looks premature at best.Jones has been part of Liverpool’s senior setup fo
  
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• Report: Another Newcastle United star could be set to leave amid interest from Premier League rivals

  12-07-2026 12:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Another Newcastle United star could be set to leave amid interest from Premier League rivalsJacob Murphy to Everton? Newcastle Exit Fears Grow Amid Summer Squad Break-UpNewcastle United have a problem, and it is becoming difficult to dress it up as anything else. According to talkSPORT, Everton are interested in Jacob Murphy, the latest name pulled into a summer that already feels far too unstable at St James’ Park.The report says “the exodus at Newcastle United looks set to
  
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• 💥The omens of a possible World Cup final, revealed

  12-07-2026 12:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💥The omens of a possible World Cup final, revealedThe semifinals are now set, and different possible final scenarios could now unfold—ones that, of course, come with plenty of intrigue behind them.For the first time in history, the four World Cup semifinalists are the top four teams in the FIFA Ranking. From here will come the two teams that will battle for World Cup glory.France-SpainEngland-ArgentinaThese semifinals already have massive hype because of what they mean, but if we p
  
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• Zaniolo skips training with medical certificate as Udinese salary remains unsettled

  12-07-2026 12:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Zaniolo skips training with medical certificate as Udinese salary remains unsettledNicolo Zaniolo is not currently training with Udinese and has presented a medical certificate to explain his absence, but reports on Sunday claim that his ongoing salary dispute has not yet been fully settled either.Zaniolo not in training with Udinese and has not yet settled salary disputeZaniolo spent the 2025-26 season at Udinese, on loan from Galatasaray with an option to buy which has since been activated. Th
  
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• Real Madrid coach excited about England superstar after sensational World Cup performances

  12-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid coach excited about England superstar after sensational World Cup performancesJose Mourinho is already turning his attention to pre-season, and he does so buoyed by the form of his players at the World Cup, none more so than Jude Bellingham.According to Diario AS, the Real Madrid boss is eager to start working with the England midfielder, whom he views as a potential cornerstone of his side’s midfield for the crucial campaign ahead.Bellingham dazzling on the world stageMourinho
  
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• Odegaard set Arsenal World Cup record before elimination

  12-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Odegaard set Arsenal World Cup record before eliminationMartin Odegaard and Norway were eliminated from the World Cup on Saturday, but not before the midfielder set a new Arsenal record.Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty ImagesMartin Odegaard’s World Cup tournament with Norway came to an end on Saturday evening, as his team were eliminated by England at the quarter-final stage.But long before the final whistle, Odegaard had actually helped to give Norway the lead, providing an assist for their open
  
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• Barcelona likely to offer young attacker the opportunity to leave amid ten offers

  12-07-2026 12:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona likely to offer young attacker the opportunity to leave amid ten offersBarcelona’s attacking department is likely to go through major changes this summer, with the club closing in on the capture of Karim Adeyemi and Jesse Bisiwu.This is in addition to Anthony Gordon, who will join the club from Newcastle United. All these signings could significantly alter the current dynamics of the team, and one player who is likely to be impacted is Roony Bardghji.Barcelona open to a Bardghji
  
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