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• Who could Chelsea move on after Rogers signing?

  22-07-2026 19:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Just hours after Chelsea made Morgan Rogers the most expensive British footballer in history by spending £117m to sign him from Aston Villa, they are in talks to loan Alejandro Garnacho to the Villains.But how can Chelsea afford to sign Rogers?Here are the key questions answered...Who could Chelsea move on?After signing Rogers, Chelsea are not finished in the transfer market.Before any further arrivals, and with Dastan Satpaev due to join from FC Kairat in August, Chelsea hav
  
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• Man Utd youngsters catch the eye against Rosenborg

  24-07-2026 20:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]For Shea Lacey, Jacob Devaney and Harry Amass – all 19 – their time might be now.All three were on target. All three are making a strong case to Michael Carrick about their presence in the months ahead.The manner of Lacey's goal against Rosenborg certainly caught the eye.He found space and ghosted in from the right – having spent most of the game in a hybrid number 10 role, with Bryan Mbeumo outside him – and the smooth nature of his shot that curled sweetly
  
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• Journalist: Liverpool ‘interested’ in move for forward with £77m release clause

  24-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Journalist: Liverpool ‘interested’ in move for forward with £77m release clauseLiverpool Transfer News: Reds to Reignite Their Interest in La Liga ForwardMost of the latest transfer news around Liverpool has become a bit repetitive, and a familiar name has surfaced once again.World Cup winner Nico Williams is reportedly on Liverpool’s shortlist again as they continue their search to replace Mohamed Salah.PSG forward Bradley Barcola remains the priority it seems, but a mov
  
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• 'We wanted to be Bournemouth' - Rose begins Cherries reign with win

  24-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Marco Rose kicked off his Bournemouth reign with a 4-1 victory over German side St. Pauli in the Cherries' opening pre-season fixture.Rose's side fell a goal behind in the first half, but goals from Ben Gannon-Doak, Harold William, Daniel Jebbison and Bafode Diakite helped Bournemouth seal a victory in Saalfelden, Austria.Speaking to BBC Radio Solent, the Cherries boss said he was "pleased" with the result and that he was content with the performance from his players."I saw many go
  
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• Real Madrid working to sign Manchester City midfield general with renewal talks not progressing

  24-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid working to sign Manchester City midfield general with renewal talks not progressingIn a major development, David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that Real Madrid have launched an operation to sign Manchester City’s midfield anchor Rodri, dramatically shifting their summer transfer strategy to secure the newly crowned World Cup winner. Formal club-to-club negotiations between the Spanish heavyweights and the Premier League giants have yet to officially take place.But those at V
  
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• Chelsea make final decision on forward’s future amid exit rumours

  24-07-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Chelsea make final decision on forward’s future amid exit rumoursPedro Neto transfer latest as Chelsea keep winger despite growing competitionChelsea’s summer has already developed the dense, layered feel of a squad being reshaped in real time, and Pedro Neto now sits near the centre of that intrigue. According to Standard Sport, Chelsea “are not actively looking to sell Pedro Neto”, a line that offers clarity amid a market quick to confuse opportunity with intent.That di
  
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• Seven stars to watch at Wafcon 2026 and why

  24-07-2026 20:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Nigeria's Esther Okoronkwo, South Africa's Refiloe Jane and Morocco's Ghizlane Chebbak are among the experienced players eyeing Wafcon glory [Caf/Getty Images]The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) kicks off on Sunday, with Nigeria defending their title.Morocco is hosting for the third time in a row, with the Atlas Lionesses aiming to lift the trophy for the first time after losing back-to-back finals on home soil.This year's tournament has added importance because qualification for the
  
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• Celtic Keeping Close Tabs On This Irish Fullback: Smart Addition As Tierney’s Understudy?

  24-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Celtic Keeping Close Tabs On This Irish Fullback: Smart Addition As Tierney’s Understudy?If a recent update from Courier Sport is true, Celtic are keeping close tabs on Will Ferry, as they are assessing several names in their hunt for a new left-back. They scouted him extensively over the past few months, but have yet to make an official approach for the Dundee United star.Born in England, the Republic of Ireland international progressed through the academy ranks of his hometown club Bury
  
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• Barcelona pass up chance to sign Serie A forward who is close to completing €50 million Turkey move

  24-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona pass up chance to sign Serie A forward who is close to completing €50 million Turkey moveFC Barcelona, and Joan Laporta in particular, have a great relationship with super-agent Jorge Mendes, which means a number of his clients are offered to the Catalan club.Among the many Mendes clients offered to Barça this summer, one of them is AC Milan star Rafael Leao.While the Portuguese is not directly represented by Mendes, he has been offered to the Blaugrana on a number of occas
  
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• Real Madrid working on deal to sign Manchester City’s Rodri

  24-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid working on deal to sign Manchester City’s RodriRodri is now the subject of an active deal being worked upon by Real Madrid.Fresh off the back of FIFA World Cup success, the Manchester City star is entering into the final year of his Etihad Stadium contract.City officials are said to remain in dialogue with the midfielder and are hopeful he stays.La Liga giants Real Madrid are now working on a deal to sign Manchester City and Spain international Rodri this summer.The 30-year-old
  
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• Who needs what in Premier Sports Cup?

  24-07-2026 20:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  With one round of fixtures left in the Premier Sports Cup group stage, several Scottish Premiership sides are at risk of falling at the first hurdle.There are 15 matches on Saturday before St Mirren host Dunfermline Athletic on Sunday.The eight group winners and the three best second-place sides progress, joining Celtic, Rangers, Heart of Midlothian, Hibernian and Motherwell - Scotland's five European representatives - in the last 16.But who needs what from this weekend's games?Robinson not a fa
  
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• Crawley Town sign Ebiowei and Krasniqi

  24-07-2026 20:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Crawley Town have signed winger Malcom Ebiowei and defensive midfielder Klaudio Krasniqi.Ebiowei, 22, made his senior breakthrough at Derby County in 2021-2022 under Wayne Rooney and he then joined Premier League side Crystal Palace, but did not make any competitive starts for the Eagles.He also had a short spell with Blackpool at the start of last season.Crawley head coach Colin Kazim-Richards told the club website: "Malcolm is a talent that everybody knows and he has a talent tha
  
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• Besiktas hope Vlahovic can be convinced by Salah opportunity

  24-07-2026 20:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Besiktas hope Vlahovic can be convinced by Salah opportunityVincenzo Italiano still believes he can convince ex-Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic to join Besiktas, especially as talks advance to sign free agent Mohamed Salah.The Serbia international’s previous deal expired on June 30, and he has been offered a new contract in Turin at a much lower salary, but is waiting to see if better proposals come along first.Besiktas are the most determined to lock him down, and are about to have one mo
  
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• 💣The Athletic: Real Madrid working to sign Rodri

  24-07-2026 20:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣The Athletic: Real Madrid working to sign RodriReal Madrid are moving firmly ahead with their squad planning and are working on the assumption that Rodri Hernández will become their new signing during this transfer window. Although the boards of the Spanish giants and Manchester City have not yet begun formal negotiations, optimism reigns in the Spanish capital.
  Manchester City's stanceFor their part, the club's hierarchy have not given up hope of keeping the midfielder and capta
  
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• Manchester City Keeper Is On The Radar Of Leeds United: Should Maresca Cash In On Him?

  24-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manchester City Keeper Is On The Radar Of Leeds United: Should Maresca Cash In On Him?In a recent report, Sky Sports claimed that Manchester City keeper James Trafford is on the radar of Leeds United this off-season. It has been mentioned that the Whites are in talks with the Mancunian club over a potential deal for the English custodian this summer.Trafford’s Lack Of Game Time In English FootballTrafford served as a solid understudy to Gianluigi Donnarumma at the Mancunian club in the pre
  
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• Ipswich Town attacker O’Brien signs new deal

  24-07-2026 20:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Ipswich Town attacker O’Brien signs new dealIpswich Town attacker Lucy O’Brien has signed a new contract with the club.The Tractor Girls announced the news via a post on their official club website this afternoon.The 22-year-old former England youth international was set to be out of contract this summer but she will now remain at Portman Road for the 2026/2027 season.O’Brien has spent her entire senior career to date with Ipswich Town. She joined the club’s academy syste
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona starting lineup against CE Europa – Plenty of La Masia talent on display

  24-07-2026 20:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona starting lineup against CE Europa – Plenty of La Masia talent on displayHansi Flick has selected his first starting lineup of FC Barcelona’s pre-season campaign.The German coach has opted for a youthful side for the friendly against CE Europa, using the opening fixture as an opportunity to distribute minutes and assess several academy prospects ahead of the new season.A youthful starting XIWojciech Szczesny starts in goal behind a back four of Hector Fort, Andrea
  
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• Done Deal: Monza agreement for Benfica striker Varela at €2m plus bonus

  24-07-2026 20:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Done Deal: Monza agreement for Benfica striker Varela at €2m plus bonusMonza have agreed the final details to sign Benfica striker Gustavo Varela, claim Sky Sport Italia, for €2m plus up to a further €1.5m in add-ons.The 21-year-old is expected to fly out and undergo his medical tests over the weekend before signing a five-year contract.He had also been linked with other clubs, including Venezia and Parma in Serie A, PAOK Salonika and Paris FC elsewhere.Monza deal for VarelaITALY
  
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• John returns to Hartlepool on one-year contract

  24-07-2026 20:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Cameron John has returned to Hartlepool United, signing a one-year contract with a club option of a second year following a loan spell with the National League side last season.The versatile left-sided defender scored twice in 40 appearances for Pools during last season's loan spell.John, 26, left York City at the end of his contract earlier this summer.
  
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• 😱Could he have played for Brazil? The Messi family inquiry

  24-07-2026 20:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱Could he have played for Brazil? The Messi family inquiryRecent historiographical research has shaken the football world by revealing that Lionel Messi has roots in Brazil. According to Globo, the Argentine star could have been eligible to represent La Canarinha.The discovery in the No. 10’s genealogyItalian historian Fiorenzo Santini determined that one of the Rosario-born captain’s maternal great-grandparents was born in Ribeirão Preto, in the interior of the state
  
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• Tottenham Hotspur Are In The Running To Recruit This Real Madrid Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?

  24-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tottenham Hotspur Are In The Running To Recruit This Real Madrid Winger: Good Fit For De Zerbi?In a recent report, Cronica mentioned that Tottenham Hotspur are in the running to recruit Real Madrid winger Franco Mastantuono. It is understood that Spurs would have to compete with Fulham, Juventus and Inter Milan in the race to sign the Argentine talent this off-season.Mastantuono’s Unimpressive Season In Spanish FootballMastantuono struggled to find consistency with his performances on the
  
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• Report Leao will reject Fenerbahce, so Milan hope Galatasaray step up

  24-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Leao will reject Fenerbahce, so Milan hope Galatasaray step upThere are reports Rafael Leao is ready to turn down Fenerbahce, as he wants to play in the Champions League, so Milan hope Galatasaray can convince him instead.COMO, ITALY – JANUARY 15: Rafael Leao of AC Milan looks on during the Serie A match between Como 1907 and AC Milan at Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium on January 15, 2026 in Como, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)The player and his club are both eager to part
  
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• Jounalist confirms major Bradley Barcola boost for Liverpool

  24-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jounalist confirms major Bradley Barcola boost for LiverpoolBradley Barcola Transfer Latest: Bayern Munich Interest Leaves Liverpool Facing a Clear Summer DecisionLiverpool’s interest in Bradley Barcola looks increasingly like a situation that demands conviction, speed and, above all, clarity. Credit for the latest reporting goes to Christian Falk at CF Bayern Insider, who outlines why Bayern Munich continue to admire the Paris Saint-Germain forward, even if a move this summer currently ap
  
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• Fulham continue to push for Real Madrid youngster as their main target in attack

  24-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham continue to push for Real Madrid youngster as their main target in attackReal Madrid have an overcrowded first-team squad at Jose Mourinho’s disposal, and this could see some talented players leave the Spanish capital this summer.Premier League club Fulham are preparing a serious move for Gonzalo Garcia, with the Cottagers identifying the academy striker as their main attacking target this summer.According to Matteo Moretto, Fulham are willing to invest a significant fee to sign Gon
  
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• Financial details of Arsenal’s new Emirates deal emerge

  24-07-2026 20:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Financial details of Arsenal’s new Emirates deal emergeDetails of Arsenal’s reported new sponsorship deal with Emirates have begun to emerge, with the fresh contract set to last to 2032.Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesFollowing reports of a new deal between Arsenal and Emirates for the club’s shirt sponsorship and stadium naming rights, football finance insider Lukasz Baczek has revealed the financial details of the contract.Baczek reports that Arsenal previously had a £
  
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• Sunderland sign London City Lionesses forward Franssi on loan

  24-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland sign London City Lionesses forward Franssi on loanSunderland have completed the signing of London City Lionesses forward Sanni Franssi on a season-long loan deal.The Lady Black Cats announced the news via a post on their official club website this evening.The 31-year-old attacker joined London City Lionesses from Spanish side Real Sociedad last summer. Franssi made 18 appearances for The Pride in the Barclays Women’s Super League in 2025/2026.Franssi has enjoyed a long career at
  
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• Confirmed: Barcelona will face Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy

  24-07-2026 20:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Confirmed: Barcelona will face Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper TrophyFC Barcelona have officially confirmed Al Ahly as their opponents for the 61st edition of the Joan Gamper Trophy, which will be played on 19 August at 20:00 at the Spotify Camp Nou.The Egyptian giants will make history as the first African club ever to participate in Barcelona’s traditional preseason curtain-raiser.The confirmation follows weeks of speculation, with reports earlier this month indicating that Al Ahly had emerge
  
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• Who will step up in the absence of Mohamed Salah?

  24-07-2026 19:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Liverpool have 32 players out in America, though a handful have only travelled as it was felt best for them to carry on their individual rehabilitation with the squad than at an empty training ground back home.With the World Cup this summer, it's understandable that some key names are still missing though Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak and Ryan Gravenberch will link up with the squad for the second week of the training camp.Alexis Mac Allister and Victor Munoz will be the final play
  
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• Why helicopters carrying Trump and Starmer at G7 event have disrupted Brighton’s pre-season plans

  24-07-2026 19:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brighton's pre-season plans have been altered after pitches they intended to use in France were rendered unusable by helicopter landings during last month's G7 summit. The club, initially set to train in Evian-les-Bains, near the Swiss border, from July 23 to August 1, has now relocated to Austria.The extensive damage to the playing surfaces occurred when helicopters, transporting various heads of state, including US President Donald Trump and former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, landed during
  
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• Report: Man United could trigger £17m release clause to sign Brazilian midfielder

  24-07-2026 19:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Man United could trigger £17m release clause to sign Brazilian midfielderDanilo Santos to Manchester United, why this midfield move has real appealManchester United’s reported interest in Danilo Santos feels like one of the more sensible transfer links of the summer. According to BBC Sport, the Old Trafford club are looking closely at the Botafogo midfielder as they continue to assess their options in the market.That immediately stands out because United have already moved fo
  
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