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Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez has expressed his delight with life under new manager Enzo Maresca as the squad adapts to his tactical demands. The 24-year-old Spaniard impressed during a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan, positioning himself for a far more prominent role in midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

Former Chelsea captain Gary Cahill has praised the club's smart recruitment after completing the £52m signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace. The 26-year-old French defender signed a six-year deal at Stamford Bridge following an impressive World Cup campaign, with Cahill tipping him to elevate his game under new manager Xabi Alonso.

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Chelsea are strongly considering sending Mykhailo Mudryk on loan to sister club Strasbourg as he returns from a long anti-doping suspension. The Blues want the Ukrainian winger to rebuild his fitness and confidence in France rather than immediately throwing him into Xabi Alonso's starting plans.

Former Premier League goalkeeper Shay Given believes Chelsea would "jump at the chance" to sign Jordan Pickford if given any encouragement. The 32-year-old England international is entering his tenth season at Goodison Park, having established himself as a pillar of consistency for Everton since joining from Sunderland for £25m in 2017.

Liverpool remain in club-to-club discussions with Paris Saint-Germain over a potential move for Bradley Barcola. However, with Les Parisiens demanding up to £145 million, the Reds are actively lining up Bournemouth's Brazilian attacker Rayan as an alternative option for Andoni Iraola's squad.

Jack Wilshere has called on Myles Lewis-Skelly to fight for his Arsenal future as Manchester United reportedly prepare a transfer bid for the 19-year-old defender. The Hale End academy graduate enjoyed a strong end to last season, helping Mikel Arteta's side secure the Premier League title and reaching the Champions League final amid interest from Old Trafford.

Aleksandar Stankovic delivered a standout performance during Inter's pre-season penalty shootout victory over Manchester City in Hong Kong. Head coach Cristian Chivu praised the young midfielder's display while also highlighting the club's remaining summer transfer priorities.

With the World Cup break well and truly over, GOAL looks at the Winners and Losers of another intriguing week of MLS.

Sam Kerr and Gotham delivered twice, Utah put five past Portland and the Courage rejoined the conversation with a statement 5-0 win over Orlando.

A shocking confession from former French Sports Minister Marie-George Buffet has rocked the football world, revealing that surprise anti-doping tests were suspended for the national team prior to their 1998 World Cup triumph. Despite years of denials, the former official admitted that the government halted controls to avoid "disturbing" the squad's preparation for the home tournament.

Larry Berg has reportedly been elected the next MLS commissioner, bringing the league’s lengthy and high-profile search for Don Garber’s successor to an end. Berg, an LAFC co-managing owner, has helped oversee one of MLS’s most successful clubs over the past decade. He and former Fox executive David Nathanson made final presentations to MLS owners Monday in New York, with Berg winning the subsequent vote, according to Sports Business Journal.

Santos have received a significant boost ahead of their decisive Copa do Brasil clash against Remo, with superstar forward Neymar confirmed to be available for selection. The Brazil international faces a hectic schedule, balancing his professional commitments with his charitable efforts in Sao Paulo before flying north for the match.

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Bernardo Silva has officially begun life as a Real Madrid player, completing his first training session at Valdebebas following his high-profile free transfer from Manchester City. The Portuguese playmaker, who arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu at the specific request of Jose Mourinho, admitted that the presence of his compatriot in the dugout made the move to Spain an easy choice.

Wrexham have taken another significant step in their Hollywood-backed journey by agreeing a £3 million deal to sign Preston North End captain Ben Whiteman. The midfielder has been granted permission to undergo a medical as Phil Parkinson looks to add proven Championship experience to his ranks at the Racecourse Ground.

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