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    OpinionJ. Alvarez

    Alvarez is perfect for Barca! Arsenal should avoid transfer war

    No one could ever accuse Julian Alvarez of not knowing exactly what he wants. It was a surprise when he decided to push for a move away from Manchester City in 2024, after winning a pair of Premier League titles and the Champions League in his first two seasons at the club, but the Argentine forward had grown tired of being in the shadow of Norwegian terminator Erling Haaland.

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Mauricio Pochettino has signed a new deal through the 2030 World Cup, committing to a second cycle with the USMNT after their Round of 16 exit.

BarcelonaBarcelona

Barcelona's search for a striker is stalling, with Atletico blocking Julian Alvarez and Bournemouth rejecting two bids for Eli Junior Kroupi.

Real MadridReal Madrid

Vinicius Jr returned to Real Madrid training, with Mourinho confirming he stays. Bernardo Silva completed his first session at Valdebebas after joining on a free transfer.

Manchester UnitedManchester United

Manchester United are deep into a busy transfer window, with a £60m move for Lewis Hall approved and Marcus Rashford's future unresolved after Barcelona declined to sign him permanently.

LiverpoolLiverpool

Liverpool lost 4-2 to Leeds in pre-season as Andoni Iraola's squad rebuild continues, with PSG's £145m asking price for Bradley Barcola proving a major obstacle.

ArsenalArsenal

Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius Junior faces major hurdles as his agency denies transfer talk and he returns to Real Madrid training, while a Bruno Guimaraes deal stalls after Newcastle reject the opening bid.

ChelseaChelsea

Chelsea's summer rebuild under Xabi Alonso accelerates with Mudryk's return, Barco and Welbeck signings, and a £10m FA fine for historical financial breaches.

Manchester CityManchester City

Manchester City begin the Maresca era amid sweeping squad changes, with Bernardo Silva gone to Real Madrid and Rodri's future uncertain.

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    World Cup

    Infantino begs Trump admin for help

    Gianni Infantino’s grip on the FIFA presidency appears to be slipping as the Swiss-Italian administrator turns to the United States government for a lifeline. Following the collapse of a controversial plan to sell off the commercial rights of the World Cup, Infantino is reportedly seeking high-level political intervention to secure his professional future.

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    TransfersG. Reyna

    USMNT's Gio Reyna reportedly in talks with Strasbourg

    Gio Reyna is reportedly in talks for a move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg as the U.S. Men's National Team star looks set to leave Borussia Monchengladbach after just one season. Reyna was recently a member of the USMNT's World Cup squad but, despite an impressive performance at this summer's tournament, it appears the midfielder will be on the move before the start of the new season.

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    AnalysisManchester City

    Rodri's Madrid move would leave City with huge problems

    Manchester City are already entering the unknown as they adjust to life after Pep Guardiola, but that already-gruelling transition could be about to get a whole lot tougher. That is because talismanic midfielder Rodri could be on his way to Real Madrid, who are confident of pulling off what would be a blockbuster deal for Spain's World Cup-winning captain.

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    NXGNChelsea FC Women

    New Chelsea teen out to be 'better than' icon Bronze

    As a young girl, Nelly Las would watch Lucy Bronze and aspire to be just like her. When she enjoyed her breakthrough season at Leicester City, aged just 16, she shared a pitch with the Lionesses icon as the Foxes’ stunned the Blues in a 1-1 draw. Now, the player she idolised and held as a reference point will be her team-mate, after Las became Chelsea’s fourth summer signing.

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