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• The Glasner effect could transform Delap

  27-08-2026 13:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]In a summer of staggering transfer fees, Liam Delap's move to Nottingham Forest stands out.An outlay of £50m for a striker who scored one league goal last season - at a £20m profit to Chelsea - has caught the eye.But Delap is only 23 years old and has scored goals in the Premier League before.The overriding positive for Forest fans digesting Delap's inflated fee - which can be partly explained by Ipswich Town reportedly receiving 20% of any profit made on their £3
  
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• Dos Santos shatters 400m mark as world records fall in Zurich

  27-08-2026 21:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brazil's Alison dos Santos smashed the 400m hurdles world record in an astonishing night of action at the Zurich Diamond League meeting.The 26-year-old has been in excellent form this season, undefeated in the event, but there was little to suggest that Karsten Warholm's 2021 mark of 45.94 seconds was under threat.But, with Warholm a distant second, Tokyo 2025 silver medallist Dos Santos cantered off the final hurdle and pushed through to clock 45.80 seconds.His previous personal best stood at 4
  
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• Report Roma request Kehrer loan from Monaco, so Ziolkowski can join Monza

  27-08-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Roma request Kehrer loan from Monaco, so Ziolkowski can join MonzaRoma have reportedly asked AS Monaco for Thilo Kehrer on loan, at which point they could send Jan Ziolkowski to Monza on another temporary move, as Nottingham Forest won’t release Morato.The Giallorossi continue their search for a new defender who can also play at full-back, as Jayden Oosterwolde failed a medical for his move from Fenerbahce.Monza have asked for Ziolkowski on loan with an option to buy at the end of t
  
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• Leao taking time for big decision between Aston Villa and Galatasaray

  27-08-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leao taking time for big decision between Aston Villa and GalatasarayMultiple sources warn Rafael Leao has not yet made a decision on his future, with Milan ready to accept offers from Aston Villa or Galatasaray, but he is leaning towards the Premier League.The Rossoneri have recognised his time at the club is over and were forced to lower their demands from €60m including add-ons to a package worth €50m.In different ways, both Aston Villa and Galatasaray are ready to meet that asking
  
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• Conference League play-off: Gent strike to lead Hibs on night and in tie

  27-08-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Listen to Sportsound commentary from Easter RoadVergara with opener after Gent have early goal ruled outHibs aiming to join Hearts in Conference LeagueSides drew 0-0 in Belgium last weekWretched Rangers lose on penalties to JablonecMotherwell overwhelmed 7-2 on aggregate by Freiburg Conference League play-off: Gent strike to lead Hibs on night and in tie
  
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• Cagliari talent Trepy released from hospital 10 days after nearly drowning

  27-08-2026 21:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cagliari talent Trepy released from hospital 10 days after nearly drowningCagliari talent Yael Trepy has been released from hospital 10 days after he nearly drowned in a swimming pool, and can continue his recovery at home.The 20-year-old was set to start in the opening Serie A match of the season, having already played in the Coppa Italia first round.However, during a day off from training, he got into difficulty in the deep end of the pool at a rented villa and was rushed to hospital in critic
  
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• West Ham Eye £22m Exit For Frozen-Out Defender As Villa Interested: Should Hammers Let Him Leave?

  27-08-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham Eye £22m Exit For Frozen-Out Defender As Villa Interested: Should Hammers Let Him Leave?According to journalist Jacob Tanswell, Aston Villa are in serious discussions to sign Jean-Clair Todibo from West Ham United. Villa’s interest intensified after a deal for Club Brugge’s Joel Ordoñez collapsed, with concerns over the Belgian’s fitness and recovery timeline leading the club to walk away entirely.A separate approach for Southampton‘s Taylor Harwood-
  
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• Who goes through? Conmebol sets Copa Sul-Americana QF dates, times

  27-08-2026 21:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who goes through? Conmebol sets Copa Sul-Americana QF dates, timesConmebol has announced the dates and kick-off times for the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinal clashes.The governing body had already done the same with the schedule for the same stage of the Libertadores. There are still four Brazilian teams alive in the hunt for the Big Title.Including another head-to-head showdown.After seeing off Red Bull Bragantino, Atlético will now face Santos.Another highlight is the nine Libertado
  
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• To Madrid and back: PSV find out Champions League opponents

  27-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  To Madrid and back: PSV find out Champions League opponentsThe draw for this seasons Champions League league phase has taken place and PSV now know who their eight opponents will be. The Dutch side have a mixed bag in terms of opposition and will be confident of getting points on the board. In terms of home fixtures, the side will face Atletico Madrid, Club Brugge, Shakthar Donetsk and VFB Stuttgart. PSV fans will be confident that, outside of perhaps Atletico, the side will be favourites to win
  
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• Leeds United In Danger Of Losing £28m Winger To PL Rivals: What Should The Whites Do?

  27-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leeds United In Danger Of Losing £28m Winger To PL Rivals: What Should The Whites Do?Leeds United could be left watching from the sidelines as a recently promoted rival, Sunderland, steals one of the summer’s most dynamic wide players from right under their noses.Leeds United face a transfer window nightmare as Sunderland close in on Igor PaixãoAccording to Fabrizio Romano, relayed via Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie, Sunderland have reached a verbal agreement on personal ter
  
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• Andoni Iraola confirms why Liverpool duo missed Newcastle United clash

  27-08-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Andoni Iraola confirms why Liverpool duo missed Newcastle United clashAndoni Iraola Explains Federico Chiesa Injury and Harvey Elliott Omission at LiverpoolTwo absences from Liverpool’s squad for the 2-2 draw at Newcastle drew the obvious questions. Federico Chiesa and Harvey Elliott were left out, and when players on the margins disappear at this stage of the window, people assume a transfer is around the corner. Sometimes they are right. Sometimes it is simpler than that.Andoni Iraola ga
  
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• Roma considering Monaco’s Kehrer to boost defence

  27-08-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma considering Monaco’s Kehrer to boost defenceA new name has been added to Roma’s transfer shortlist.In these final days of the transfer window, Roma will try to make a series of signings to further boost Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad.With Oosterwelve’s signing still pending due to some additional medical tests, the Giallorossi have shifted their attention to Monaco’s Tilo Kehrer.According to Sky Sport, Roma are also evaluating Thilo Kehrer to strengthen their def
  
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• 📅 Conmebol confirms dates, times for Libertadores last eight

  27-08-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📅 Conmebol confirms dates, times for Libertadores last eightWho here believes in winning Eternal Glory?Conmebol officially announced on Thursday afternoon (27) the dates and kickoff times for the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal clashes.There are still four Brazilian teams alive, tasked with keeping their dominance in the tournament intact.Only Brazilian teams have won the competition since 2019.Estudiantes and Platense represent Argentine football. Ecuador is represented by LDU and Indepe
  
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• Superstar agrees six-year contract with Liverpool

  27-08-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Superstar agrees six-year contract with LiverpoolAn exciting superstar has agreed a six-year deal with Liverpool. Last summer we felt like Richard Hughes could do no wrong, this time around it has felt like he could do no right.This window has been a mess.There's no secret the club's primary target was Yan Diomande. In a sense Liverpool had put all their eggs in one basket and saw the Ivorian as the perfect right-wing successor to Mo Salah's throne.But while Liverpool believed they had their man
  
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• Napoli consider loan move for Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade

  27-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Napoli consider loan move for Newcastle striker Nick WoltemadeNapoli are considering a loan move for Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade, according to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano.Woltemade endured a difficult debut season, although he impressed early on. He scored 12 goals and provided five assists in 54 appearances across all competitions.He faces increased competition for minutes from William Osula and Yoane Wissa. The duo appear to be ahead of him in the pecking order, having starte
  
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• Everton Face Loan Hijack Battle For £30m Target: What Moyes Can’t Afford To Let Him Pass?

  27-08-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Everton Face Loan Hijack Battle For £30m Target: What Moyes Can’t Afford To Let Him Pass?Everton are in danger of losing their top attacking target to Sunderland after the PL club tabled a formal loan bid for Jack Grealish, according to a report by Mark Douglas. Manchester City, who are bracing themselves for a hectic final week before the September 1st deadline, have made the 30-year-old available for either sale or permanent transfer. Sunderland’s offer includes salary covera
  
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• Real Madrid executive reacts to Champions League draw: ‘Objective is to finish among the top eight’

  27-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid executive reacts to Champions League draw: ‘Objective is to finish among the top eight’Former Real Madrid player Emilio Butragueno, now the club’s Director of Institutional Relations, discussed the team’s mood on Movistar following the 2026/27 Champions League league-phase draw. The draw has handed Jose Mourinho’s side several difficult fixtures, including a trip to Arsenal in London and a meeting with Inter Milan at the Bernabeu.Apart from that, Los Bla
  
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• Barcelona defensive talent set to join Belgium club on a permanent transfer – report

  27-08-2026 21:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona defensive talent set to join Belgium club on a permanent transfer – reportAccording to Javi Miguel of AS, FC Barcelona defender Alvaro Cortes is set to leave the club and sign for Belgian club Royal Antwerp imminently.The La Masia defender was not called up for tonight’s La Liga game against Athletic Club at the Spotify Camp Nou and a departure is now understood to be close.Cortes was always clearCortes made his first-team debut for Barcelona last season and made a solid im
  
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• Uefa Conference League: Larne face Red Imps in crucial play-off second leg

  27-08-2026 20:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Uefa Conference League play-off round second legLarne 0-0 Lincoln Red Imps (20:00 BST)Larne lead 2-0 on aggregate following the first leg Uefa Conference League: Larne face Red Imps in crucial play-off second leg
  
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• 🏆 Sudamericana confirms quarter-final dates and kick-off times

  27-08-2026 20:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Sudamericana confirms quarter-final dates and kick-off timesCONMEBOL Sudamericana confirmed the dates and kickoff times for the tournament’s quarterfinals.
  Boca Juniors, the only Argentine representative in this round, will face São Paulo, with the first leg on 9/8 in Buenos Aires and the return leg on 9/15 in São Paulo. Meanwhile, Santa Fe and Vasco da Gama will play the first leg on 9/8 in Bogotá and the return leg on 9/15 in Rio de Janeiro.Santos and Atl&e
  
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• PLAYER RATINGS | Monaco 4-1 [agg. 7-3] Górnik Zabrze: Europa Conference League awaits Filipe Luís’ side

  27-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PLAYER RATINGS | Monaco 4-1 [agg. 7-3] Górnik Zabrze: Europa Conference League awaits Filipe Luís’ sideUEFA Europa Conference League Qualifier, 27/08/26AS Monaco ensured their place in this season’s UEFA Europa Conference League thanks to a comfortable win over Górnik Zabrze (4-1 [agg. 7-3]). The Principality club had carried a lead into Thursday night’s game at the Stade Louis II.The Match For those who had their eyes on the Champions League draw across to
  
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• Journalist: Man City have joined the race to sign £80m-rated forward

  27-08-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Man City have joined the race to sign £80m-rated forwardManchester City Eye Iliman Ndiaye as Everton Hold Firm on £80m ValuationManchester City are exploring a possible move for Iliman Ndiaye before Tuesday’s 11pm transfer deadline, with Ben Jacobs reporting that the Everton attacker is among the names under consideration at the Etihad Stadium.It has already been a significant summer for City. Following major departures including Rodri, Tijjani Reijnders, Savinho, N
  
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• Rafael Leao: Why Aston Villa could have a slight advantage in race over Galatasaray

  27-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Rafael Leao: Why Aston Villa could have a slight advantage in race over GalatasarayAC Milan’s Rafael Leao is on his way out and is now faced with a huge decision regarding his future. Aston Villa and Galatasaray are competing for his signature, with the final decision hinging on what the player wants but there is a chance the English club could have a slight advantage.La Gazzetta dello Sport have a detailed report about the situation, making clear that Leao’s decision could take anot
  
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• Aston Villa In £60m Talks For Outcast Striker: Right Deal For Emery?

  27-08-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Aston Villa In £60m Talks For Outcast Striker: Right Deal For Emery?Aston Villa are on the verge of signing Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that personal terms between the player’s camp and the club are nearly finalised. Aston Villa have now entered official club-to-club negotiations with Chelsea, with Unai Emery personally pushing the deal forward. The total package on the table exceeds £60 million. Jackson, 25, is not part of new Chelsea head c
  
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• Jaissle on Osula's injury, Gonzalez and 'special motivation' against Tonali

  27-08-2026 20:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle United boss Matthias Jaissle has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Tottenham at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (kick-off 17:30 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:On team news, Jaissle said it's "too early" to put a clear timeframe on when William Osula will be back and he's "working hard" with Dan Burn and Joelinton to make a return.Also on Bazoumana Toure, who was substituted at half-time in Wednesday's Carabao Cup match, he confirme
  
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• Galantic: ‘Roma must always be in the Champions League’

  27-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Galantic: ‘Roma must always be in the Champions League’Roma CEO John Galantic sees ‘exciting games’ for the Giallorossi in the Champions League and is not worried by Gian Piero Gasperini’s demands in the transfer market: ‘Winners are always exigent.’Roma learned their Champions League opponents on Thursday, and their CEO, Galantic, who was appointed at the end of July, examined the outcome in an interview with Sky Sport Italia.“It’s a great e
  
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• Como hope in Kean talks, but ‘stalling’ with Milan for Ricci

  27-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Como hope in Kean talks, but ‘stalling’ with Milan for RicciComo director Carlalberto Ludi admits advanced talks with Fiorentina for Moise Kean, but warns they are ‘stalling’ on Samuele Ricci from Milan. ‘We’re not sure yet.’The director of sport spoke to Sky Sport Italia in the wake of the Champions League draw, the first in the club’s history.It will see them face the likes of Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and Manchester United in the tournament
  
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• Barcelona VP Yuste hits back at Atletico Madrid CEO: ‘His words cross a red line’

  27-08-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona VP Yuste hits back at Atletico Madrid CEO: ‘His words cross a red line’FC Barcelona sporting vice president Rafa Yuste has hit back at Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin over his controversial statements.Yuste was in Monaco today, where he represented Barcelona at the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League draw for the league phase. The Catalan giants were drawn against Manchester City, Aston Villa, Feyenoord and Como at home, while they will travel to face PSG, Sporting CP,
  
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• Arsenal's Champions League knockout stage route

  27-08-2026 20:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal will take on Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.[Getty Images]Arsenal will have some big matches to navigate in the league phase of the Champions League if they are to be as dominant as they were last season.The Gunners will face Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, a team they played in pre-season, at home and travel to play Bayern Munich away during this stage of the competition.Arsenal had a 100% record in last season's league phase but will have to beat three of the most
  
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• Southampton sign German defender Schlotterbeck

  27-08-2026 20:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Keven Schlotterbeck has played 152 times in the Bundesliga [Southampton FC]Southampton have signed defender Keven Schlotterbeck from Bundesliga side FC Augsburg.The 29-year-old joins the club on a three-year-deal and is understood to not be a direct replacement for Taylor Harwood-Bellis who has been linked with a move away this summer. Keven Schlotterbeck is the older brother of Borussia Dortmund and Germany international centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck.Schlotterbeck told the club website: "I'm g
  
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