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    AnalysisReal Madrid

    Will Madrid REALLY sign Olise in a world-record deal?

    Michael Olise finds himself at the centre of one of the summer's biggest transfer stories after starring for France at the World Cup, but all is not as it seems. Various reports have claimed that the Bayern Munich dynamo is Real Madrid's priority target, with the move even endorsed by his compatriot and current 'Galactico', Kylian Mbappe. The reality, though, is that any deal is currently a non-starter.

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    AnalysisManchester United

    What next for Rashford as Man Utd run out of options?

    It feels as though Marcus Rashford and Manchester United are back at square one. Both player and club must have been desperately hoping that Barcelona would take up what looked like a bargain £26 million ($35m) option to buy the attacker at the end of a productive loan spell in Catalunya in 2025-26, but, much to United's disbelief and anger, they turned in another direction. Now, Rashford faces limbo at Old Trafford.

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    AnalysisPremier League

    10 wonderkids to watch as EPL clubs kick off pre-season

    With the new Premier League season now less than a month away from kicking off on August 21, pre-season friendlies are about to get into full swing as the majority of clubs jet off around the globe to ensure the best possible preparation for the 2026-27 campaign. However, due to the World Cup, a number of squads are far from full strength as those who reached the knockout rounds in North America enjoy some belated time off, creating opportunities for others to stake their claim for greater roles over the next 10 months.

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    AnalysisChelsea

    Chelsea's World Cup villain Enzo stuck in transfer limbo

    Chelsea could have a problem on their hands when Enzo Fernandez returns from his post-World Cup holiday - both figuratively and literally. The midfielder and his outspoken agent have made it abundantly clear that he wants to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, and following the ugly conclusion to Argentina's quest for glory in North America, Enzo is now expected to "explore his options". The problem is, he might not have any.

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The USMNT's World Cup ended in a 4-1 loss to Belgium, with Balogun admitting the red card political storm visibly rattled his teammates.

BarcelonaBarcelona

Frenkie de Jong faces a lengthy spell out with a knee ligament tear, while Ferran Torres edges closer to a PSG exit and Karim Adeyemi completes his move from Dortmund.

Real MadridReal Madrid

Real Madrid are deep in transfer activity this summer, pursuing Yan Diomande for €120m while Vinicius Jr's contract stand-off has alerted Arsenal.

Manchester UnitedManchester United

Man Utd thrashed Rosenborg 5-0 in pre-season, but the bigger story is a complex summer of midfield targets, Rashford uncertainty and squad reshaping under Carrick.

LiverpoolLiverpool

Liverpool are searching for a Salah replacement, with Monaco winger Akliouche a target, while a potential Jeff Bezos-backed consortium could transform the club's finances.

ArsenalArsenal

Arsenal face a major defensive crisis after William Saliba was ruled out for an extended period, while the club pursues Bruno Guimaraes and multiple attacking targets this summer.

ChelseaChelsea

Chelsea are reshaping their squad under Xabi Alonso, completing a British-record £117m signing of Morgan Rogers while closing in on a £52m deal for Maxence Lacroix.

Manchester CityManchester City

Enzo Maresca has been unveiled as Man City manager, vowing to forge his own identity at the Etihad as the club ties down Foden, Khusanov and Doku to new deals.

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    Winners & LosersWorld Cup

    Biggest winners and losers of the 2026 World Cup

    The 2026 World Cup came to a close in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain were deservedly crowned champions after a dour 1-0 win over 10-man Argentina in one of the worst finals in the tournament history. La Roja substitute Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a game that was essentially attack versus defence even before Enzo Fernandez got himself stupidly sent off for a second yellow card in the final minute of normal time.

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    AnalysisPremier League

    10 biggest summer transfer sagas that still need resolving

    With the World Cup over and pre-season friendlies beginning in earnest over the next week, it feels like the new club season is hurtling towards us at a rather alarming rate. With that in mind, managers are getting increasingly twitchy when it comes to transfers, with coaches around Europe keen to know which players they will and won't be able to call upon over the coming weeks and months.

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    OpinionPremier League

    Transfer check-in: GOAL grades Europe's 10 richest clubs

    The football world seems to move faster and faster these days. No sooner had the World Cup ended than attention immediately shifted to the transfer market - which is understandable, given some massive deals are expected to be confirmed in the coming days, following in the footsteps of Morgan Rogers' shock £117 million move from Aston Villa to Chelsea.

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    TransfersPremier League

    10 EPL transfers you might have missed during the World Cup

    The transfer window usually dominates the back pages during the summer, but that's rarely the case in tournament years as the market is forced to take a back seat. Business never sleeps, however, and several deals have gone under the radar during the 2026 World Cup. After five-and-a-half weeks and some 104 matches, the big event is finally over, which means attention can now turn to the comings and goings at club level.

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Premier League

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    Manchester CityE. Maresca

    Maresca: I won't 'copy and paste' Guardiola at Man City

    Newly appointed Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has firmly rejected suggestions that he will simply replicate Pep Guardiola's tactical blueprint at the Etihad. Speaking at his official unveiling, the 46-year-old Italian acknowledged the daunting historical precedent of clubs crumbling after long-serving iconic managers depart, openly vowing to learn from the post-Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsène Wenger eras to stamp his own distinct identity on City.

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    J. BrandtLeeds United

    Leeds and Ajax battle for Brandt

    Leeds United have emerged as serious contenders to land former Borussia Dortmund star Julian Brandt as the German midfielder evaluates his options following his departure from the Bundesliga. The 30-year-old is currently a free agent, sparking a high-profile battle between the Yorkshire club and Dutch giants Ajax for his signature.

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    Newcastle UnitedF. Tomori

    Newcastle and Milan in Tomori talks

    Newcastle United have intensified their efforts to bring Fikayo Tomori back to the Premier League, submitting a formal opening proposal to AC Milan. The Magpies are eager to bolster their defensive options following a season of significant backline challenges, identifying the former Chelsea man as a primary target.

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Transfer News

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    VozinhaColo Colo

    Cape Verde hero Vozinha has a new club!

    Cape Verde's World Cup breakout star Vozinha has officially secured a move to Chilean heavyweights Colo-Colo following his heroic exploits on the global stage. The veteran goalkeeper became a viral sensation during the summer tournament, attracting interest from across the globe before deciding on a move to South America.

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Women's Soccer

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    S. ParallueloE. Toone

    10 star players who could still move in wild women's window

    What an explosive women's transfer window it has been so far! Alexia Putellas, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Georgia Stanway and Mary Earps are just some of those who have been on the move in the first few weeks, but while a lot of business has already been done, there are still several big names worth keeping an eye on before windows start to slam shut in September.

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