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• TNS' Smith on injury, recovery and return

  24-06-2026 08:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Leo Smith is a product of the Wrexham academy and has also played for Llandudno and Caernarfon Town [FAW]The New Saints' Leo Smith did not initially fear the worst when he went down injured in a Champions League qualifier nearly 12 months ago.The midfielder suffered the injury just before half-time in his side's game against Shkendija in July 2025 and had to be taken off on a stretcher.As it turned out, that marked the start of a long spell on the sidelines. "As it happened, it was a strange fee
  
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• Soule expected to leave Roma by the end of the month

  24-06-2026 16:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Soule expected to leave Roma by the end of the monthMatias Soulé’s future is increasingly distant from Roma. The Argentine talent is considered expendable by the Giallorossi, who are waiting for a concrete offer before evaluating a transfer. The club that has shown the greatest interest is Borussia Dortmund. As reported by journalist Francesco Guerrieri, the German club continues to closely monitor the 2003 Roma player and is currently in contact with his agent, awaiting the first o
  
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• 'Maestro of Versailles' Renaud pulls into Hearts

  24-06-2026 16:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hearts have confirmed the arrival of midfielder Tom Renaud - their second French signing within a matter of hours - on a four-year contract, billing him as the maestro of Versailles. The Edinburgh club earlier revealed they had paid an undisclosed fee for forward Sabri Guendouz from Belgian outfit Beerschot.But 25-year-old Ploemeur-born Renaud was a free agent after the conclusion of his contract with Versailles in his country's third tier.Renaud came through the youth ranks with Lorient but did
  
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• World Cup: ‘Why not us?’ — Inside Mauricio Pochettino’s U.S. soccer revolution

  24-06-2026 16:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DANA POINT, Calif. — Mauricio Pochettino is sitting in his makeshift office at the U.S. World Cup team’s hotel, the French doors opened to a patio overlooking the sun stubbornly dipping over the Pacific.Four lemons sit in a bowl, a practice the 54-year-old Argentine believes absorbs negative energy. An unused surfboard leans in the corner, decorated in ocean-themed designs by the hotel’s executive sous chef, who is also an artist.Down the bluff and in the blue water, surfers ar
  
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• Official | Maxime Dupé returns to FC Nantes

  24-06-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official | Maxime Dupé returns to FC NantesFormer OGC Nice goalkeeper Maxime Dupé (33) has joined Ligue 2 side FC Nantes as a free agent, Les Canaris have announced. Dupé returns where his career started. He joined the club’s Academy at 15 before signing his first professional contract in 2012. From 2014 to 2019, he featured 64 times for Nantes, more often than not as a back-up goalkeeper.In 2024, he put pen to paper over a two-year deal with OGC Nice. He lef
  
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• Former Bayern Munich and Inter Milan goalkeeper in talks with Club Brugge

  24-06-2026 16:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Bayern Munich and Inter Milan goalkeeper in talks with Club BruggeHLN have revealed that Club Brugge are in talks with former Inter Milan and Bayern Munich goalkeeper Yann Sommer. The former Swiss international is a free agent after leaving Italian side Inter Milan this summer and with Simon Mignolet having retired, Club Brugge are looking for a new starting goalkeeper. It signals that the side clearly feel like just having Nordin Jackers as the starting goalkeeper is not enough and want
  
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• Newcastle target Bundesliga star but fear Liverpool hijack

  24-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Newcastle target Bundesliga star but fear Liverpool hijackNewcastle and Liverpool Eye Emerging Attacking Talent in Transfer BattleNewcastle United’s recruitment drive continues to evolve as the club searches for solutions following Anthony Gordon’s move to Barcelona. According to The Mail, Cologne winger Said El Mala and Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo are among the names attracting serious interest from St James’ Park.What makes the situation particularly intriguing is Li
  
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• Atletico Madrid star sends amusing message to Real Madrid new signing Marc Cucurella

  24-06-2026 16:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid star sends amusing message to Real Madrid new signing Marc CucurellaMarc Cucurella’s move to Real Madrid continues to generate reactions across the Spanish national team camp, and the latest response has come from one of his closest international teammates.The Spain squad has become known for its strong atmosphere during the World Cup, with players from Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and several other clubs regularly sharing moments of strong friendship. Despi
  
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• Atletico Madrid swoop for Solet at €25m, as Inter risk missing out again

  24-06-2026 15:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Atletico Madrid swoop for Solet at €25m, as Inter risk missing out againInter risk losing another player they thought was under wraps, because there are reports in France that Atletico Madrid will target Udinese defender Oumar Solet.FLORENCE, ITALY – JANUARY 24: Marco Palestra of Cagliari Calcio reacts during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and Cagliari Calcio at Artemio Franchi on January 24, 2026 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)The Nerazzurri ar
  
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• Arsenal set to pocket sizeable fee as Premier League clubs eye Folarin Balogun

  24-06-2026 15:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal set to pocket sizeable fee as Premier League clubs eye Folarin BalogunArsenal could be set for an unexpected financial boost this summer if former academy graduate Folarin Balogun completes a move away from Monaco.According to talkSPORT, a number of Premier League clubs are keeping an eye on the striker following his impressive performances for the United States at the ongoing World Cup.Brighton & Hove Albion, Leeds United, Coventry City, and Hull City are among clubs monitoring Balo
  
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• Barcelona defensive talent reflects on first-team debut: ‘It was mad, it all happened so fast’

  24-06-2026 15:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona defensive talent reflects on first-team debut: ‘It was mad, it all happened so fast’Barcelona defender Xavi Espart is one of the most closely watched talents emerging from La Masia, and the youngster has now opened up on his first-team experience under Hansi Flick.Having already made his senior debut for Barcelona last season, Espart is viewed as one of the academy prospects with a genuine chance of becoming a regular part of the first-team setup in the coming years. T
  
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• Rice out and Rogers in? The England starting XI questions for Tuchel

  24-06-2026 15:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Despite still feeling "massively optimistic" about Thomas Tuchel's chances of being successful as England manager, former Three Lions defender Stephen Warnock has been left "surprised" with some of his selection decisions.England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at Boston Stadium on Tuesday night, knowing that victory would have confirmed a place in the World Cup's last 32.Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily, Warnock said: "More than anything, I was surprised Nico O'
  
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• Man City seeking competition for Nunes

  24-06-2026 15:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is exploring options to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, with the club placing a £75m price tag on the full-back.The 23-year-old right-back's future has come under renewed doubt after Chelsea agreed a deal in principle to sign Atalanta's Marco Palestra, who plays in the same position, for a fee in excess of £43m.Sources at Manchester City have distanced themselves from a move for Gusto, possibly because of the £75m figure that has bee
  
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• David on ‘different playing style’ for CANMNT, but eager for Juventus stay

  24-06-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  David on ‘different playing style’ for CANMNT, but eager for Juventus stayJonathan David admits his World Cup form for Canada might be because they ‘have a different playing style’ to Juventus, but is adamant he wants to stay at the club.The striker struggled badly in his first Serie A season after arriving as a free transfer from LOSC, albeit with at least €12.5m in various costs and commissions.David struggled at JuventusBERGAMO, ITALY – FEBRUARY 05: Jonathan
  
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• Alvaro Arbeloa one step away from first job since Real Madrid exit

  24-06-2026 15:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Alvaro Arbeloa one step away from first job since Real Madrid exitOne month ago, Alvaro Arbeloa took charge of his final match as Real Madrid head coach, a 4-2 victory over Athletic Club at the Bernabeu. 15 days ago, his departure was made official by the club, but he’s chosen not to wallow in pity, and instead, he is about to make a swift return to management.Despite a disappointing four-month tenure at the Bernabeu, which saw his Real Madrid side walk away with zero trophies, Arbeloa&rsq
  
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• Harry Wilson to join Leeds on free transfer in blow to Fulham

  24-06-2026 15:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Harry Wilson is set to leave Fulham and has agreed to join Leeds United on a free transfer.The Wales international has accepted a long-term deal at Elland Road and will become Daniel Farke’s first summer signing, subject to completing a medical and other formalities.It means Leeds have finally succeeded in their long pursuit of Wilson, after first trying to sign the former Liverpool player in last summer’s transfer window.But Fulham are set to lose their two top scorers as well as th
  
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• Fabrizio Romano issues key clarification on Manchester City’s pursuit of Chelsea defender Malo Gusto

  24-06-2026 15:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano issues key clarification on Manchester City’s pursuit of Chelsea defender Malo GustoEnzo Maresca holds a ‘very good’ relationship with Malo Gusto from their time together at ChelseaMan City appreciate the right-back but are yet to open concrete club-to-club negotiations yetCity in the market for a right-back as part of a wide-ranging rebuild under incoming boss MarescaManchester City have not yet opened concrete talks with Chelsea for right-back Malo Gusto despi
  
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• Fabrizio Romano reveals the ‘benchmark’ impacting Curtis Jones’ Liverpool exit

  24-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fabrizio Romano reveals the ‘benchmark’ impacting Curtis Jones’ Liverpool exitCurtis Jones, Inter Milan and Liverpool’s Line in the SandCurtis Jones Valuation Shows Liverpool’s New RealityFabrizio Romano’s latest update on Curtis Jones and Inter Milan speaks to something larger than one midfielder and one Serie A suitor. This is about Liverpool deciding what their players are worth in a market that has long since lost its sense of proportion.Inter have already
  
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• Darren Bent urges Arsenal to sign a traditional left winger rather than Morgan Rogers

  24-06-2026 15:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Darren Bent urges Arsenal to sign a traditional left winger rather than Morgan RogersFormer Premier League striker turned talkSPORT pundit Darren Bent has urged Arsenal to explore other alternatives other than Morgan Rogers in their search for a left winger.The Gunners are looking to reinforce their attacking options this summer and have prioritised the left flank. So far, they’ve identified Rogers as their primary target.While Aston Villa have made it clear that the England international
  
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• Strasbourg and Newcastle target Pierre Mounguengue set to join Dynamo Kyiv

  24-06-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Strasbourg and Newcastle target Pierre Mounguengue set to join Dynamo KyivParis Saint-Germain’s Pierre Mounguengue (18) is expected to sign for Dynamo Kyiv shortly, according to reports from Onze Mondial.Having previously been targeted by RC Strasbourg Alsace and Newcastle United, the forward has ultimately decided to prioritise the Ukrainian club’s project, won over by the determination of club chairman Ihor Surkis, who has offered him a three-year contract and guarantees of playing
  
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• Stankovic rejected Tottenham and Brentford to get Inter opportunity

  24-06-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Stankovic rejected Tottenham and Brentford to get Inter opportunityInter used their buy-back clause for Aleksandar Stankovic and it’s reported he rejected both Tottenham Hotspur and Brentford, determined to make his name at San Siro.The Nerazzurri might’ve lost out on Marco Palestra to the Premier League with Chelsea offering over €10m more in transfer fee and double the wages, but some of their players are still eager to remain in Serie A.Stankovic snubs Premier LeagueBRUGES, B
  
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• Barcelona mainstay one yellow card away from missing Spain’s first knockout clash at World Cup

  24-06-2026 15:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona mainstay one yellow card away from missing Spain’s first knockout clash at World CupSpain began their World Cup campaign with disappointment against Cape Verde, but got back on track with a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia earlier this week.Barcelona’s star midfielder Pedri Gonzalez was a starter in both games. He was one of the team’s bright sparks in the opener and he opened up and bloomed again for the second game of the event.Notably, however, the player is the recipient
  
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• Gibraltar international Pozo joins Boston

  24-06-2026 15:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Boston United have signed Gibraltar international midfielder Nicholas Pozo on a one-year deal.The 21-year-old featured for Lincoln Red Imps in the Europa Conference League last season after they started their European campaign in the Champions League qualifying rounds.Pozo, who has been capped 25 times for his country, has a further one-year option on his deal with the National League side.
  
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• Wales boss Bellamy in talks over Burnley job

  24-06-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Craig Bellamy was appointed Wales manager in 2024 [Getty Images]Wales manager Craig Bellamy is in advanced talks with Burnley over becoming their new head coach ahead of next season.The Clarets have approached the Football Association of Wales with a view to appointing Bellamy as Scott Parker's successor, with the 46-year-old now understood to be in contract talks with the Championship side.While a final agreement is yet to be reached, talks have accelerated in the last 48 hours with significant
  
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• Permanent deals benefit Northampton - Hogg

  24-06-2026 15:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Northampton Town boss Chris Hogg believes clubs at their level may have to wait a bit longer this summer to bring in loan signings from Premier League and Championship clubs.It is a knock-on effect from the World Cup in North America, where so many players involved are from the top two tiers of English football and Hogg says his long-term focus will be on permanent signings."Fundamentally I do believe in permanent signings for the football club, to try and develop our own players and add players
  
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• Real Madrid unlikely to sell €50 million defender despite Jose Mourinho reservations

  24-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid unlikely to sell €50 million defender despite Jose Mourinho reservationsReal Madrid’s defensive reshuffle is creating difficult decisions, although one player who appears increasingly likely to stay is Alvaro Carreras.The Spanish left-back has found himself at the centre of speculation following Real Madrid’s aggressive activity in the transfer market. After securing the arrivals of Marc Cucurella and Denzel Dumfries, the club now faces an obvious squad manageme
  
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• AS Roma’s Latest Transfer News – Everything We Know So Far

  24-06-2026 15:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AS Roma’s Latest Transfer News – Everything We Know So FarThe FIFA World Cup 2026 is currently underway, but this does not mean that club football is out of the picture. The best European clubs are actively scouting for their next signings and AC Roma is definitely one of them. One of Italy’s top-tier clubs is preparing for the nexty season, so let’s analyze some of the recent rumors and see what fans can expect to see.Malen is the Summer’s Main Confirmed ArrivalMay
  
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• Who is Gian Piero Gasperini, AS Roma’s Ambitious Manager

  24-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Who is Gian Piero Gasperini, AS Roma’s Ambitious ManagerAS Roma looks like one of the most promising Serie A clubs out there and Gian Piero Gasperini is one of the main reasons for that. He is one of the most distinctive names in Italian football and has been around for many years. Gasperini took over in 2025 after signing a three-year deal and spent nine years at Atalanta.Shortly after his arrival, AS Roma has shown signs of improvement. The team performed well in the domestic competition
  
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• Talks ongoing between Roma-Remo Freuler

  24-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Talks ongoing between Roma-Remo FreulerRemo Freuler could represent the perfect opportunity for Roma’s midfield. The Swiss is a favorite of Gian Piero Gasperini, and the two men share a well-known mutual respect. The former Atalanta midfielder’s contract with Bologna is expiring, and his future is currently uncertain. The Roman club could seize the opportunity and sign him on a free transfer.As reported by Tuttomercatoweb, Freuler has received several inquiries, and he’s also a
  
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• Report Savona has Atalanta agreement, now for Nottingham Forest talks

  24-06-2026 15:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Savona has Atalanta agreement, now for Nottingham Forest talksAtalanta have agreed personal terms with Nicolò Savona, according to Sportitalia, and can now begin negotiations in earnest with Nottingham Forest.The 23-year-old only made the move to the Premier League last year for €13 plus add-ons after coming up through the Juventus youth academy to the senior squad.He managed to contribute two goals and two assists in 20 competitive games for the Premier League side, but his s
  
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