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• Wow! Liverpool have signed a super talent, he's incredible

  30-07-2026 19:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Wow! Liverpool have signed a super talent, he's incredibleLiverpool have signed an absolute super talent. The Reds' transfer window has been considerably quieter than many expected.Given everything that unfolded last season, there was a widespread belief that this summer would bring another major rebuild. A new manager arrived, several key players departed, and there were obvious areas of the squad that required strengthening. On paper, it looked set to be one of Liverpool's busiest windows in y
  
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• Arsenal Are Keeping Tabs On This Bundesliga Defender: One For The Future?

  30-07-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Arsenal Are Keeping Tabs On This Bundesliga Defender: One For The Future?In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Arsenal are keeping tabs on Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch. It has been claimed that the Gunners are facing competition from Bayern Munich and Liverpool in the race to land German youngster this summer.Jeltsch’s Impressive Campaign In German FootballJeltsch had a solid campaign at Stuttgart recently as he was responsible for putting in a run of impressive displays for them
  
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• Lacklustre Derry City exit Europe after Rijeka defeat

  30-07-2026 22:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Derry City bowed out of the Uefa Conference League qualifiers after Rijeka won 1-0 at Brandywell.Daniel Adu-Adjei's 14th minute goal increased Rijeka's advantage to 2-0 on aggregate and was enough to secure the Croatian side's spot in the third qualifying round. Liam Boyce had a chance to open the scoring early in the contest for the Candystripes in a game where the first goal was sure to be vital. Toni Fruk, fresh from representing Croatia at the World Cup, showed glimpses of class and his side
  
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• Germany The Ideal Job For The Change In Mentality

  30-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Germany The Ideal Job For The Change In MentalityJurgen Klopp’s time at Liverpool changed him, or at least his perception.When he arrived at Anfield in 2015, there was a sense of ease about him. He was cool and calm ahead of the mammoth task of reawakening the Reds as a force of English and European football. They were floundering in mid-table, mostly directionless despite a title challenge under his predecessor, Brendan Rodgers, two seasons prior.In his first press conference, Klopp joked
  
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• Carnevali criticises Malago over Mancini choice: ‘Bring in capable people, not friends’

  30-07-2026 22:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  Carnevali criticises Malago over Mancini choice: ‘Bring in capable people, not friends’Giovanni Carnevali has criticised Giovanni Malagò’s decision to appoint Roberto Mancini as Italy manager, arguing the FIGC president should have prioritised ability over relationships.According to CalcioMercato.com, the Juventus chief executive used an appearance at a La Stampa event to question the direction taken by Italian football’s governing body.“Despite being a great
  
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• Borussia Dortmund keeping tabs on resurgent Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum

  30-07-2026 21:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Borussia Dortmund keeping tabs on resurgent Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum’s strong preseason has his former sporting director considering bringing him to his own Bundesliga club. In this case, new Borussia Dortmund personnel executive Nils Ole Book – who knows Baum from his time at Elversberg – is keeping tabs on the 20-year-old. Sky Germany – as relayed by transfermarkt.de – reports that Book considers Baum a po
  
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• In statement, Série A club hits out at Abel Ferreira, here's why

  30-07-2026 21:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  In statement, Série A club hits out at Abel Ferreira, here's whyVitória released an official statement this Thursday (30) after Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras’ coach, spoke about center-back Luan Cândido, one of the players sent off in the match between the two teams last Wednesday (29).After Cacá’s red card, Luan left Vitória with nine men on the field for making a “robbery” gesture that was allegedly spotted by VAR.In the press conference, Ab
  
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• Three clubs monitoring Delap - Friday's gossip

  30-07-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Three Premier League clubs are watching Chelsea's Liam Delap, Manchester City are closing in on rising star Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Mamadou Sangare nears a Brentford move.Everton, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest are monitoring English forward Liam Delap, 23, who Chelsea value at up to £40m. (The i)Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille for 18-year-old Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Bayern Munich. (Talksport)M
  
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• Liverpool Are In The Running To Land This Versatile Defender: Should Iraola Go For Him?

  30-07-2026 21:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool Are In The Running To Land This Versatile Defender: Should Iraola Go For Him?In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey revealed that Liverpool are in the running to land Takehiro Tomiyasu this summer. It has been mentioned that the Reds will have to compete with Crystal Palace, Everton, Newcastle United and Sunderland in the race to sign the Japanese talent this off-season.Tomiyasu’s Lack Of Game Time In Dutch FootballTomiyasu struggled to earn a regular first-team spot for Aj
  
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• 🚨 Backlash grows: a second confederation rejects FIFA plan

  30-07-2026 21:38 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Backlash grows: a second confederation rejects FIFA planThe plan to open up World Cup ownership to the private sector is turning into a political deadlock for FIFA.After UEFA’s scathing attack and boycott threat, CONCACAF (North America, Central America, and the Caribbean) has just dealt another major blow to the president of world football’s governing body.In an official statement unanimously adopted by its 41 member associations, the confederation categorically rejects th
  
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• Sunderland Are Showing Interest In This Serie A Winger: Should Le Bris Move In For Him?

  30-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland Are Showing Interest In This Serie A Winger: Should Le Bris Move In For Him?In a recent report, Tuttosport claimed that Sunderland are showing interest in Roma winger Matias Soule. It has been mentioned that the Black Cats will have to compete with Fulham in the race to land the Argentine wide player this off-season.Soule’s Impressive Form In Serie ASoule enjoyed a good run of form at the Italian club last season when he produced a string of impressive performances for them on t
  
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• Real Madrid enter race for Levante’s Espi as Lazio priced out

  30-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid enter race for Levante’s Espi as Lazio priced outReal Madrid have emerged as a surprise contender for Levante striker Carlos Espí, a development that looks to have ended Lazio’s hopes of signing the young forward.According to CalcioMercato.com, citing Fabrizio Romano, the Spanish giants have moved for Espí as they seek to replace Gonzalo García, with the young striker reportedly set to follow former coach Álvaro Arbeloa to Fulham. That has prom
  
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• 🚨 All 41 Concacaf nations 'reject' FIFA's World Cup plan

  30-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 All 41 Concacaf nations 'reject' FIFA's World Cup planAll 41 member associations from Concacaf have joined UEFA in rejecting FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors.The rejection comes after a meeting held by Concacaf on Thursday afternoon to discuss FIFA's controversial proposal.In a statement, Concacaf stated that "during the meeting, the membership expressed deep concerns about the lack of due process surrounding the proposal
  
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• 🚨 All 41 Concacaf nations 'reject' FIFA's controversial plan

  30-07-2026 21:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 All 41 Concacaf nations 'reject' FIFA's controversial planAll 41 member associations from Concacaf have joined UEFA in rejecting FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors.The rejection comes after a meeting held by Concacaf on Thursday afternoon to discuss FIFA's controversial proposal.In a statement, Concacaf said that, "during the meeting, the membership expressed deep concerns about the lack of due process surrounding the propo
  
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• 😱 FIFA lose another ally, CONCACAF reject Infantino's plan

  30-07-2026 21:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😱 FIFA lose another ally, CONCACAF reject Infantino's planCONCACAF and its 41 member associations have unanimously rejected Gianni Infantino’s proposal to privatize World Cup assets through the FIFA Forward Enterprise initiative.Criticism of management and lack of transparencyFollowing an emergency meeting with its leaders, the confederation expressed serious concerns about the rushed timeline and the lack of transparency surrounding the project. It also questioned the need to turn
  
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• Why French trialist Max Chabot has replaced Oliver Whatmuff on Man City pre-season tour

  30-07-2026 21:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Why French trialist Max Chabot has replaced Oliver Whatmuff on Man City pre-season tourOliver Whatmuff has not traveled to Asia to start his Stockport County loan earlyFrance youth goalkeeper Max Chabot joins Man City’s pre-season tour as a trialistWhatmuff’s early loan start prompted by an injury to Stockport County goalkeeper Andy WoganManchester City’s goalkeeping arrangements for the east Asia pre-season tour have shifted, with Oliver Whatmuff starting his Stockport County
  
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• West Ham United Eye Proven Sheffield United Creator: Is He The Right Choice For The Hammers?

  30-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  West Ham United Eye Proven Sheffield United Creator: Is He The Right Choice For The Hammers?West Ham United have entered the race for Sheffield United midfielder Gustavo Hamer, according to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook, with the update later relayed by Transfer Feed. Leeds United have tracked the 29-year-old for weeks, yet West Ham have now emerged as another serious contender as Nuno Espírito Santo changes his squad following relegation from the Premier League.West Ham United receive
  
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• Report: Arsenal ready to pay £65m to sign Premier League star

  30-07-2026 21:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal ready to pay £65m to sign Premier League starArsenal Eye Ezri Konsa Transfer as £65m Bid Could Test Aston Villa ResolveArsenal are weighing up a major move for Ezri Konsa, with a bid of around £65 million understood to be under consideration as Mikel Arteta responds to a significant injury concern in defence. According to Sports Boom, the Premier League champions are ready to test Aston Villa’s resolve after William Saliba was ruled out for an “exten
  
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• Real Madrid make surprise move for La Liga striker

  30-07-2026 21:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid make surprise move for La Liga strikerThe defense has been the one area of their team where Real Madrid have made the most changes this summer. They have already bid farewell to two veterans, Dani Carvajal and David Alaba, and have brought in three more experienced players to their backline: Marc Cucurella, Denzel Dumfries, and Ibrahima Konate.Meanwhile, they have also made some changes to the midfield, with the arrival of Bernardo Silva and the departure of Dani Ceballos. Furthermor
  
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• Staveley in talks to buy 25% stake in West Ham

  30-07-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Amanda Staveley helped orchestrate the Saudi Arabian-backed takeover of Newcastle United in 2021 [Getty Images]A consortium led by former Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley has held talks about purchasing a 25% stake in Championship club West Ham.The group, which also includes Staveley's husband Mehrdad Ghodoussi, have expressed a firm interest in purchasing Vanessa Gold's stake in the club and discussions have developed in recent weeks.Staveley is understood to have secured global invest
  
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• Milan make contact for Leverkusen’s Ibrahim Maza and why deal would make sense

  30-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Milan make contact for Leverkusen’s Ibrahim Maza and why deal would make senseSerie A side Milan continue to attempt to bolster their attack and have now placed emphasis on potentially signing Leverkusen’s Ibrahim Maza.Daniele Longo has reported that Ruben Amorim is keen on signing the attacking midfielder and it is a position the Portuguese wants his side to strenghen in. He is also a player the Rossoneri have liked since his time at Hertha Berlin. Last summer, discussions were held
  
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• Liverpool gifted sudden chance to sign Real Madrid star

  30-07-2026 21:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool gifted sudden chance to sign Real Madrid starLiverpool have a real chance to sign a Real Madrid star. Another deal could well trigger something.Liverpool's midfield needs a big boost. We're not actually sure that boost is on the way, however, as a crazy transfer market limits what the Reds can do.Homegrown players are worth a fortune and yet Liverpool need a couple. They also desperately need to sign a winger and that's not going to come cheap. Not at the level they hope to sign, anywa
  
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• Carnevali confirms Kolo Muani close as Juventus track Alajbegovic

  30-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Carnevali confirms Kolo Muani close as Juventus track AlajbegovicJuventus are closing in on the permanent signing of Randal Kolo Muani, according to chief executive Giovanni Carnevali, who also offered updates on Kerim Alajbegović and Dušan Vlahović.With quotes via calciomercato.com, Carnevali spoke at a La Stampa event and confirmed the long-running pursuit of Kolo Muani is nearing its end.“We are closing the Kolo Muani deal now, it’s a negotiation that has been goi
  
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• 28-Year-Old Leeds United Player Close To Leaving In A Day Or Two: Do They Need A Replacement For Him?

  30-07-2026 21:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  28-Year-Old Leeds United Player Close To Leaving In A Day Or Two: Do They Need A Replacement For Him?Leeds United appear ready to part ways with Lucas Perri after a fresh update emerged from Italy. According to respected Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, with the report relayed by Transfer Feed, Torino expect to wrap up the agreement either today or tomorrow as negotiations enter their final phase.Lucas Perri is close to leaving Leeds United for TorinoEverything points in one direction. Per
  
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• Liverpool dealt knockout blow in pursuit of talented forward

  30-07-2026 20:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Liverpool dealt knockout blow in pursuit of talented forwardLiverpool Transfer News: Rayan Interest Faces Fresh Doubt After Bournemouth Injury BlowLiverpool’s search for attacking reinforcements has largely centred on Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola in recent weeks, but another name has consistently surfaced in discussions, AFC Bournemouth winger Rayan.During the latest edition of Media Matters on Anfield Index, Dave Davis and David Lynch explored whether Liverpool’s long
  
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• Gateshead sign ex-Yeovil Town defender Ferguson

  30-07-2026 20:51 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kyle Ferguson played 34 times in the National League last season [Getty Images]Gateshead have signed defender Kyle Ferguson on a two-year deal.The 26-year-old was released by Yeovil Town at the end of his contract earlier this summer.Ferguson has appeared at National League level for the Glovers, Altrincham and Rochdale.He told the club website that manager Lee Cattermole was "a big reason" in his decision to sign, adding: "The way he wants to build the team and the direction he wants to take th
  
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• Harrogate sign experienced defender Lees

  30-07-2026 20:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]National League side Harrogate Town have signed experienced defender Tom Lees following his summer exit from Peterborough United.Lees, 35, has made more than 600 league appearances during his career, including spells with Leeds United, Sheffield Wednesday and Huddersfield Town.He told the club website: "I've had a few offers in the Football League, but after sitting down and talking with the club, there's an exciting couple of years in store here and the start of a good project."I'
  
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• €80m Everton Star Reach Personal Agreement With Saudi Club: Why The Toffees Should Still Not Lower Their Asking Price?

  30-07-2026 20:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  €80m Everton Star Reach Personal Agreement With Saudi Club: Why The Toffees Should Still Not Lower Their Asking Price?Al Hilal have moved a step closer in their pursuit of Iliman Ndiaye after agreeing personal terms with the Senegal international, although the deal still depends on reaching an agreement with Everton. According to Asharq Al-Awsat (aawsat), the Saudi Pro League club have offered the 26-year-old a contract worth around £270,000 per week, which is roughly €316,000 ev
  
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• McAllister accuses FIFA of 'blackmail' over World Cup plan

  30-07-2026 20:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Laura McAllister is a former captain of the Wales women's football team [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister has accused Fifa of trying to blackmail member associations into trying to accept its controversial private equity plan.European football's governing body has made a definitive stance against the Fifa proposals to sell stakes in major competitions.The position was backed up when Uefa's 55 member associations voted to boycott the World Cup in response.That was des
  
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• PSG on brink of agreement, Bradley Barcola to Liverpool just a matter of time

  30-07-2026 20:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG on brink of agreement, Bradley Barcola to Liverpool just a matter of timeLiverpool can start counting down their deal for Bradley Barcola. Paris Saint-Germain sound ready to agree.Bradley Barcola to Liverpool? That's the big one this summer and the Reds are currently trying to convince Paris Saint-Germain to let him go.Or at least, let him go for anything resembling reasonable money. The Athletic are among those reporting that PSG want €180m for the winger - or around £145m. It wo
  
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