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• Transfer news, 3 June 💰

  03-06-2026 19:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Transfer news, 3 June 💰A few days before the opening of the 2026 summer transfer window, OneFootball brings you a daily transfer update. Official announcements, major rumors: the main transfer news for this Wednesday, June 3 can be found here!It’s official ✍️- Wesley Saïd leaves RC Lens, after five seasons at the club. Credible rumors ✅- The end of the road has been confirmed between Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic. The striker and the club failed
  
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• Liverpool’s Next Leader Has Arrived: Iraola Touches Down on Merseyside

  04-06-2026 12:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool’s Next Leader Has Arrived: Iraola Touches Down on MerseysideIraola Lands in Liverpool as New Head Coach Era Nears ConfirmationLiverpool’s next chapter is moving swiftly towards its official unveiling after Andoni Iraola landed in Liverpool on Thursday morning ahead of his expected appointment as the club’s new head coach.The 43-year-old Spaniard touched down at Liverpool John Lennon Airport after travelling from San Sebastián, with formalities now expected to b
  
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• 📸 For sale? Riquelme unveils another banner against Florentino Pérez

  04-06-2026 12:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 For sale? Riquelme unveils another banner against Florentino PérezThe electoral campaign for the presidency of Real Madrid has added a new and explosive chapter. Enrique Riquelme, the candidate seeking to replace the current president, has unveiled a giant banner in the heart of the Spanish capital, specifically between Velázquez and Diego de León streets. The message is direct and goes straight to the heart of the electoral debate ahead of Sunday’s vote."And
  
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• Real Madrid youngster in Spain squad list for friendly vs Iraq

  04-06-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid youngster in Spain squad list for friendly vs IraqWhen the Spain national team squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was announced, it came as a huge shock to see that not a single Real Madrid player had made the cut.It was the first time in history that a player from the Spanish capital club was not included in the national team squad for a World Cup. However, young striker Gonzalo Garcia was called up by manager Luis de la Fuente to help with preparations for the tournament in the trai
  
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• AC Milan’s Alessandro Longoni set to join PSG

  04-06-2026 12:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AC Milan’s Alessandro Longoni set to join PSGParis Saint-Germain are reportedly on the verge of finalising the signing of young Italian goalkeeper Alessandro Longoni (18), according to L’Équipe.A member of AC Milan’s reserve team and an Italian Under-19 international (three caps), the Como-born player is expected to pen his first professional contract with the reigning double European champions in the near future. Whilst he is initially expected to join PSG’s Espoi
  
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• Heat experts warn Fifa of bottle ban health risk

  04-06-2026 12:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2022 World Cup attracted more than a million fans to Qatar [Getty Images]Fifa has been warned it is putting fans' health at risk by introducing a bottle ban at this summer's World Cup.Fans will not be allowed to take reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums due to safety concerns, Fifa said in a late policy change.The official stadium code of conduct previously stated: "For the avoidance of doubt, empty, transparent, reusable plastic bottles, up to (1 litre in) capacity, may be brought
  
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• From Kolo Muani to Mateta: Six Juventus targets to replace Vlahovic

  04-06-2026 12:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  From Kolo Muani to Mateta: Six Juventus targets to replace VlahovicDusan Vlahovic will leave Juventus as a free agent in less than a month, and the Bianconeri have already begun talks to sign a replacement, from Alexander Sorloth to Jean-Philippe Mateta and Randal Kolo Muani.Juventus will need at least one new centre-forward in 2026-27, as their star striker Vlahovic has decided against signing a new deal at the Allianz Stadium, leaving the club as a free agent on June 30.Six possible Juventus r
  
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• Official: Saud moves to Lens on permanent deal from Roma

  04-06-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Official: Saud moves to Lens on permanent deal from RomaSaud Abdulhamid is officially leaving Roma to continue his career in France. The Saudi full-back, who arrived in the capital in the summer of 2024 from Al Hilal for approximately €2.5 million plus bonuses, has been sold permanently to Lens. After a successful season in Ligue 1, the French club has decided to exercise the option to buy included in the agreement signed with the Giallorossi. The deal brings Roma €3.5 million, in addi
  
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• Former Toulouse manager Carles Martínez Novell set to sign with Bayer Leverkusen

  04-06-2026 12:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Toulouse manager Carles Martínez Novell set to sign with Bayer LeverkusenCarles Martínez Novell is reportedly set to become the new manager of Bayer Leverkusen, according to reports from Matteo Moretto, confirmed by Sky Sports.Having been out of work since leaving Toulouse FC a few weeks ago, the 42-year-old coach is said to have reached an agreement with the German club on a two-year contract. Kasper Hjulmand, meanwhile, is set to leave the Rhineland after failing to qualif
  
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• Four Coventry players nominated for PFA award

  04-06-2026 12:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carl Rushworth, Matt Grimes, Jack Rudoni and Haji Wright all played major roles in Coventry's Championship title success [Shutterstock]Four members of Coventry City's title-winning side have been nominated for the Professional Footballers Association's Championship Players' Player of the Year award.Goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, captain Matt Grimes, midfielder Jack Rudoni and striker Haji Wright are all in the running to add another trophy to the Sky Blues' successful season.Midfielder Grimes, 30, s
  
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• I have to prove myself again for Scotland - Grimshaw

  04-06-2026 12:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [SNS]AC Milan captain Christy Grimshaw is ready to prove herself all over again in a Scotland shirt two years on from her last cap.Midfielder Grimshaw admits she harboured doubts for her career during a 13-month lay-off with an ACL and MCL tear.As she prepares for Scotland's World Cup qualifying double-header against Israel in Hungary, the 30-year-old said: "I am absolutely buzzing. I've made sure I'm ready for this moment because it's been a good few years and I've got to prove myself now."Anyo
  
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• Ex-Arsenal chief leaves Brighton after just 9 months

  04-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ex-Arsenal chief leaves Brighton after just 9 monthsBrighton and Hove Albion have confirmed that former Arsenal interim sporting director Jason Ayto has left the club, less than a year after joining.Photo via Getty ImagesBrighton and Hove Albion released a statement on Wednesday to confirm that Jason Ayto has left the club, nine months after joining them as their sporting director.“I’d like to thank Jason for everything he has done for us, and to wish him well for the future,”
  
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• Barcelona youngster in Spain squad list for Iraq friendly; no Pedri, Lamine

  04-06-2026 12:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona youngster in Spain squad list for Iraq friendly; no Pedri, LamineFC Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal could make his first appearance for the Spanish national team tonight, after Luis de la Fuente included him in the squad for the friendly against Iraq. The young Barça player, who has been training with the national team in recent days to help prepare the World Cup squad, will wear the No. 18 shirt.The La Masia midfielder takes the number usually worn by Martín Zubimendi,
  
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• Roma finalizing Baldanzi’s sale to Genoa

  04-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma finalizing Baldanzi’s sale to GenoaTommaso Baldanzi is expected to remain at Genoa under Daniele De Rossi, the same coach who pushed for him to join Roma. During the winter transfer window, the Giallorossi loaned the 2003-born player to Genoa with an option to buy for €10 million. The former Empoli player missed eight games due to injury but still impressed DDR. Genoa wants to meet their manager’s demands and aim to lower the fee set for Baldanzi’s permanent move.Bald
  
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• Greenwood is Roma’s top target as opening offer ready

  04-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greenwood is Roma’s top target as opening offer readyReports in Italy claim that Roma are ready to make their opening offer for Mason Greenwood, who is valued at €50m by Olympique Marseille.Several sources in Italy claim that English winger Greenwood is Roma’s priority target in attack for the summer.Greenwood to join Roma? Latest updatesGreenwood’s club, Olympique Marseille, must make a big-money sale for financial reasons and value the ex-Manchester United winger at &eur
  
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• Arsenal face PSG battle over signing of Bournemouth teenager Eli Junior Kroupi

  04-06-2026 11:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal are facing a challenge from Paris Saint-Germain to the signing of Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi. The 19-year-old French forward scored 13 goals in his debut Premier League campaign last season. The Independent understands Arsenal want to bring three or four players in this summer, with the same number expected to leave.Eli Junior Kroupi scored 13 goals for Bournemouth last season, the most by a teenager in a debut top-flight campaign (Getty)But the Premier League champions face competi
  
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• Revealed: How Enzo Maresca compensation talks with Chelsea impact Man City announcement

  04-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Revealed: How Enzo Maresca compensation talks with Chelsea impact Man City announcementMaresca has been chosen by Man City with Pep’s blessing & has been offered a three year contractCompensation talks between Chelsea & City ongoing, with the matter now in the hands of lawyersIt is unclear whether the dispute will delay a formal announcement on Maresca’s appointmentManchester City’s appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new manager is close but not complete as compensati
  
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• Report: AC Milan eyeing move to sign West Ham United star

  04-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: AC Milan eyeing move to sign West Ham United starAC Milan Circle Crysencio Summerville as West Ham Face Difficult Summer DecisionWest Ham United supporters have spent much of the past season searching for reasons to remain optimistic. Relegation from the Premier League delivered a harsh reality, but amid the disappointment there were still a handful of performances that hinted at a brighter future.One of those came from Crysencio Summerville.According to TeamTalk, AC Milan have now emerg
  
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• ‘Would have preferred to see him at Barcelona’: Koeman comments on Dumfries to Real Madrid

  04-06-2026 11:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ‘Would have preferred to see him at Barcelona’: Koeman comments on Dumfries to Real MadridWhile Real Madrid have yet to make the transfer official, Denzel Dumfries is set to become a Madrid player next season. The Dutch right-back’s move from Inter Milan appears to be fully agreed, with only the formal announcement still pending.Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, who announced the signing of Ibrahima Konate earlier this week, is expected to confirm the deal for Dumfries so
  
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• World Cup 2026: Top 🔟 contenders for the title

  04-06-2026 11:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  World Cup 2026: Top 🔟 contenders for the titleWith the 2026 World Cup set to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico, excitement is already building around the biggest sporting occasion on earth.Recent form, squad depth, tournament pedigree and world-class stars all play a major role in deciding who the favourites are - but who exactly are those favourites? Let's find out!SpainSpain enter the tournament as many experts’ favourites after winning Euro 2024 and maintai
  
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• Barcelona identify former midfielder as Hansi Flick’s future successor – report

  04-06-2026 11:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona identify former midfielder as Hansi Flick’s future successor – reportFC Barcelona have enjoyed two stellar campaigns under Hansi Flick, winning five trophies in the two years at the club, including two La Liga titles.Given his exploits, the Blaugrana recently extended his contract until the summer of 2028, showing their full faith in the project that is being built at the Spotify Camp Nou.Succession plan in placeNow, according to Catalunya Radio, Barcelona even have a succe
  
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• Iran footballers open up on how war with US has affected their World Cup preparations

  04-06-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Iran is preparing for the World Cup under unprecedented circumstances, as the nation heads to the tournament while at war with the primary host country, a situation unique in the competition’s history.In exclusive interviews with The Associated Press during a team camp in Turkey, two members of Iran’s squad offered insight into how the ongoing geopolitical tensions are impacting their World Cup preparations."Well, to be honest, it’s not easy," stated Saeid Ezatolahi, a 29-year-
  
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• WINNING AZZURRI DEBUT FOR BARTESAGHI

  04-06-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  WINNING AZZURRI DEBUT FOR BARTESAGHIDavide Bartesaghi enjoyed a successful senior debut for Italy. The Rossoneri defender played 90 minutes (making way late on for Atalanta's Honest Ahanor) in yesterday's friendly away to Luxembourg, which the Azzurri won 1-0 thanks to Esposito's header early in the second half. Our number 33 made a positive contribution, starring on the left flank in interim coach Baldini's experimental 4-3-3 formation, with Davide also impressing with his build-up play in midf
  
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• Falkirk's Miller agrees three-year deal with Hearts

  04-06-2026 11:28 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Calvin Miller has made more than 100 appearances for Falkirk [SNS]Calvin Miller has agreed a three-year contract to join Hearts from Falkirk later this month.The Scottish Premiership runners-up say the 28-year-old winger will arrive on 25 June, with an undisclosed fee having been arranged.Miller, who had been linked with a move to Celtic earlier in the season, was under contract until next summer and scored nine goals in 47 appearances as he helped Falkirk finish sixth in their first season back
  
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• Tottenham’s opening bid for Jan Paul van Hecke rejected as Brighton resist raid

  04-06-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham have targeted Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke in their efforts to bolster Roberto De Zerbi’s squad but have had a first bid rejected.De Zerbi rescued Spurs from a seismic first relegation in 49 years after he masterminded Premier League safety on the final day of the 2025-26 campaign with a 1-0 home win over Everton.However, De Zerbi immediately insisted lessons must be learned to ensure another survival battle is avoided and the Lewis family, which run Tottenham’s maj
  
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• Liverpool asking for trouble with crazy Ibrahima Konate plan

  04-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool asking for trouble with crazy Ibrahima Konate planLiverpool are just asking for trouble with their plan after Ibrahima Konate agreed to join Real Madrid.Ibrahima Konate will leave Liverpool this summer. His contract expires and there's no agreement on a new one - a sad end to his time at the club.We even know that he'll be off to Real Madrid. Now, that likely hinges on how their presidential election goes this Sunday but we imagine Konate will end up at the Bernabeu.So what for Liverpo
  
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• Hojlund release clause revealed following Man United departure

  04-06-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hojlund release clause revealed following Man United departureRasmus Hojlund has completed a permanent move to Napoli from Manchester United, and Italian sources report that an €85m release clause for the Dane will be available from next summer.Napoli confirmed Hojlund’s permanent transfer from Manchester United on Wednesday.Hojlund has 85m Napoli release clauseThe total transfer package for the Partenopei was €50m, as the Serie A giants had paid €6m for the striker’s
  
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• Alan Brazil ‘lucky to be alive’ after heart stopped during operation

  04-06-2026 11:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  TalkSport host Alan Brazil has revealed he is “lucky to be alive” after his heart stopped during a liver transplant. The former Scotland and Ipswich striker, 66, revealed last month that he recently underwent a “life-saving operation”. He returned to air on Thursday morning, confirming he is still on the mend but is “alive and kicking”. “I am still here. Gradually, every day improving and looking forward to getting back,” Brazil said. “It is
  
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• Miller joins Hearts from Falkirk - share your views

  04-06-2026 11:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [BBC]Hearts have completed the signing of Falkirk winger Calvin Miller for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.Described by the Bairns as a "modern Falkirk great", Miller, 28, was instrumental in the club's rise from League 1 to top flight.He scored 32 goals and contributed 37 assists for Falkirk in 132 games.Former Celtic youth player Miller's nine assists last season was a Premiership high and he now bolsters Hearts for a season of European and domestic football.Hearts fans, what do you th
  
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• Toone learned 'massive lesson' from hip injury setback

  04-06-2026 11:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ella Toone missed four months of the season with a hip injury [Getty Images]Ella Toone says she learned a "massive lesson" from her recent injury setback and now she is ready to perform again for England.The Manchester United midfielder missed four months of the season with a hip injury, but returned for the final three games of the Women's Super League season.She took part in the Women's World Sevens tournament last week as United finished runners-up to Chelsea. Toone missed Women's World Cup q
  
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