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Anguissa Changing His Mind About Departing Napoli

18Jun

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Anguissa Changing His Mind About Departing Napoli

PARMA, ITALY - MAY 18: Frank Anguissa of Napoli during the Serie A match between Parma and Napoli at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 18, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Frank Anguissa was rumored to leave Napoli in the months leading up to the transfer market, but it didn’t happen in the first summer window. It might not be the case after all. Al-Qadsiah tracked him, but the deal wasn’t close to being finalized in early June, Corriere dello Sport informs. The midfielder is cautiously pondering what to do and could stay. The same thing occurred last year. He initially wanted to move to Monaco, but Antonio Conte convinced him. The Partenopei activated a two-year option to renew his contract in recent weeks to have leverage to negotiate his sale. The ...

Barcelona complete first signing of the summer

18Jun

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Barcelona complete first signing of the summer

Joan Garcia plays during the friendly match between Catalonia and Costa Rica at the Johan Cruyff Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on May 28, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) FC Barcelona have officially announced that they have completed the signing of Joan Garcia from RCD Espanyol by paying his €25 million release clause.The 24-year-old Spanish shot-stopper has signed a six-year contract with the La Liga champions, running until the summer of 2031. Having returned from his vacation earlier this week, Garcia first announced his departure from Espanyol this morning before Barcelona made his signing official. One of the best goalkeepers in La Liga this past season, Garcia was Espanyol’s most impressive player and almost single-handedly ensured their sa...

Everton looking to appoint Nick Cox as new technical director

18Jun

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Everton looking to appoint Nick Cox as new technical director

Manchester United academy director Nick Cox as a new statue of former Manchester United player Jimmy Murphy, designed by sculptor Alan Herriot, is unveiled outside the Stretford End at Old Trafford, Manchester. Picture date: Wednesday May 3, 2023. Everton are planning to appoint Nick Cox as their new technical director by luring him away from Manchester United, reports Mark Douglas and Pete Hall of I News. The development has also been confirmed by Partrick Boyland of The Athletic. Cox currently serves as the director of the academy and has been at Old Trafford for a decade. The Toffees continue to make a series of changes to their backroom and administrative staff following The Friedkin Group takeover last December. “The i Paper understands that Cox will have a wide-ranging remit in his n...

Ulsan HD fall 1-0 to Mamelodi Sundowns in first Club World Cup match

18Jun

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Ulsan HD fall 1-0 to Mamelodi Sundowns in first Club World Cup match

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JUNE 17: Iqraam Rayners #13 of Mamelodi Sundowns FC scores his team's first goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group F match between Ulsan HD FC and Mamelodi Sundowns FC at Inter&Co Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. Ulsan HD lost 1-0 to Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in their first Group F match of the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday, setting themselves up for a difficult path to the knockout stage. Ulsan struggled throughout the first half at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, managing only 28 percent ball possession and allowing the opening goal by Iqraam Rayners in the 36th minute, which turned out to be the winner for the South African side. Ulsan fell to the bottom of Group F after Tuesday's loss, with the Sundowns at the top, followed...

Juventus Haven’t Abandoned Their Pursuit of Osimhen

17Jun

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Juventus Haven’t Abandoned Their Pursuit of Osimhen

Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray looks on during the Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce at Rams Park, Istanbul, Turkey on February 24, 2025. Even though Cristiano Giuntoli, who brought Victor Osimhen to Italy, has been dismissed by Juventus, the Bianconeri haven’t lost interest in the Nigerian marksman, who’s in limbo following his loan spell at Galatasaray. According to Sky, Napoli ask for more than his release clause, €75M, to sell him in Italy. Alternatively, the Old Lady is monitoring Emanuel Emegha, who has scored 14 goals and dished out 3 assists in 27 appearances with Strasbourg last season. Unlike foreign teams, Juventus need to negotiate with the Azzurri to acquire Osimhen. At this stage, only Al-Hilal met the asking price, but the star refused the move there during t...

Barcelona reach preliminary-agreement with Nico Williams

17Jun

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Barcelona reach preliminary-agreement with Nico Williams

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 5: Nico Williams of Spain celebrates his goal during the UEFA Nations League 2025 semifinal football match between Spain and France at Stuttgart Arena on June 5, 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany. According to an exclusive report from Foot Mercato, Barcelona have reached a preliminary agreement with Nico Williams (22), with the Athletic Club winger expected to sign a contract that will keep him in Catalonia for the next six years. The French outlet also writes that Williams will likely earn €12 million a season if his move to Barcelona is completed. However, an agreement still needs to be reached with Athletic. Williams reportedly has a release clause valued at around €60 million. The 22-year-old was a target for Paris Saint-Germain last summer, and had been rumoured to ...

Barcelona confirm fixtures for 2025 pre-season of Asia

17Jun

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Barcelona confirm fixtures for 2025 pre-season of Asia

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, reacts during the LaLiga match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) Barcelona will return to work for the start of pre-season on July 13 and then jet out to Asia for a tour ahead of the new campaign. Hansi Flick’s side will fly to Japan first for a match with Vissel Kobe and then head to South Korea for two more games as they get ready to defend their La Liga title. Here’s a look at the fixtures: July 27: Vissel Kobe vs Barcelona, ko 7pm local time, 12pm CET, Noevir Kobe Stadium July 31: FC Seoul vs Barcelona, ko 8pm local time, 1pm CET, Seoul World Cup Stadium August 4: Daegu FC vs Barcelona, (]KO 8p...

Burnley close to Tchaouna agreement with Lazio for 14m

16Jun

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Burnley close to Tchaouna agreement with Lazio for 14m

Loum Tchaouna of SS Lazio misses his penalty kick during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 Quarter Final Second Leg match between S.S. Lazio and FK Bodo/Glimt at Stadio Olimpico on April 17, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images) After interest in Taty Castellanos, it is now reported that Burnley are close to an agreement to sign Loum Tchaouna from Lazio for €14m. The Premier League side is eager to raid the Biancocelesti this season, as there had already been rumours of an approach for centre-forward Valentino ‘Taty’ Castellanos. However, a far likelier move is for his teammate Tchaouna, as Sky Sports Switzerland report that negotiations are advancing rapidly. Tchaouna has struggled at Lazio The versatile attacking winger turns 22 in Septembe...

Palace close to signing PSV goalkeeper Benitez

16Jun

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Palace close to signing PSV goalkeeper Benitez

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: PSV Eindhoven's Walter Benitez during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between Arsenal FC and PSV at Emirates Stadium on March 12, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Rob Newell - CameraSport via Getty Images) Crystal Palace are on the brink of signing PSV Eindhoven goalkeeper Walter Benitez on a free transfer. Benitez, whose contract with the Dutch club expires this month, has completed a medical and Palace will announce the signing once all the relevant documents have been completed. The Argentina goalkeeper, 32, was an ever-present in PSV's league campaign as they won the Eredivisie title, beating Ajax to the trophy by a point.Benitez started 11 of PSV's 12 Champions League fixtures last term...

Ollie Watkins ‘talks’ held which could prompt Aston Villa transfer decision

16Jun

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Ollie Watkins ‘talks’ held which could prompt Aston Villa transfer decision

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - MARCH 8: Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa applauds the fans during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Aston Villa FC at Brentford Community Stadium on March 8, 2025 in Brentford, England. Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins could once again become a player of interest to Premier League rivals Arsenal this summer, as the Gunners prepare to turn away from Viktor Gyokeres and look elsewhere for a striker in the transfer window. It's well known that Arsenal are intent on signing a top striker in time for the beginning of the new season, and that had led them to Sporting Lisbon forward Gyokeres who, in the two seasons he has spent in Portugal since arriving from Coventry City in 2023, has scored a remarkable 97 goals. Arsenal, though, are growing frustrated by the...

RB Leipzig reportedly eyeing £15m swoop for Celtic winger

16Jun

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RB Leipzig reportedly eyeing £15m swoop for Celtic winger

Nicolas Kühn of Celtic FC celebrate during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 knock out round match between FC Bayern München and Celtic FC at Allianz arena, Munich, Germany on February 18, 2025. Celtic winger Nicolas Kuhn is reportedly attracting attention from his former club, RB Leipzig. The German side are considering a £15 million bid for the 25-year-old. Kuhn impressed during his first full season with the Hoops, catching the eye of several clubs, including Premier League outfits Brentford and Brighton. His early-season form dipped slightly, but his performances have still garnered interest. The Scottish Sun reports that RB Leipzig are keen on bringing Kuhn back to Germany after he scored twice against them in the Champions League. Across the season, he contributed 21 goals and 1...

16Jun

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Bayern Munich set record with 10-0 win

CINCINNATI, OHIO - JUNE 15: Kingsley Coman of Bayern (C) celebrating his goal with his teammate Harry Kane of Bayern (R) and Raphael Guerreiro (L) during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group C match between FC Bayern Munchen and Auckland City FC at TQL Stadium on June 15, 2025 in Cincinnati, United States. After a grueling club soccer season, it was tough to know how some of the biggest European teams would approach the Club World Cup but Bayern Munich delivered an answer in their first group stage game, dismantling amateur Auckland City FC 10-0. It's a record win for a team taking part in the Club World Cup as Bayern surpassed Al-Hilal's 6-1 victory over Al Jazira in 2021. No team has ever scored more goals than Bayern's nine in a Club World Cup match either. With the tournament be...

Diego Simeone assigns blame as Atlético suffer humiliating loss to PSG

16Jun

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Diego Simeone assigns blame as Atlético suffer humiliating loss to PSG

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 15: Desire Doue of Paris Saint-Germain is challenged by Antoine Griezman of Atletico during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group B match between Paris Saint-Germain FC and Club Atletico de Madrid at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 15, 2025 in Pasadena, California. Speaking after a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain to start Atlético Madrid’s Club World Cup campaign, head coach Diego Simeone seemed to point to resources as the cause for the heavy loss in the Colchoneros’ opening fixture. When asked about his preference for the struggling Antoine Griezmann over Alexander Sørloth to start, Simeone responded “we played Julián (Alvarez) as a number nine, look for a conflicting opinion, I don’t care,” before insisting that “Sørloth had the chance to make it 2...

Barca & Monaco reportedly in talks to finalize Ansu Fati loan deal

15Jun

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Barca & Monaco reportedly in talks to finalize Ansu Fati loan deal

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona plays during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olimpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. FC Barcelona and AS Monaco have reportedly resumed negotiations to arrange a loan move for 22-year-old winger Ansu Fati. Talks had stalled due to financial disagreements, mainly over how to divide Fati’s high salary. Barcelona initially wanted Monaco to cover 80%, while the French club only offered 30%. Recent progress suggests a compromise may be reached closer to 40%, though Barcelona is still pushing for a larger contribution from Monaco. The proposed deal is a one-season loan, possibly with a purchase clause at the end. While Barcelona preferred a mandatory buy option, all parties are now open to making that clau...

Al Ahly and Inter play out goalless Club World Cup opener

15Jun

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Al Ahly and Inter play out goalless Club World Cup opener

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JUNE 14: Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF is challenged by Ahmed Koka (L) and Yasser Ibrahim of Al Ahly FC (R) during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group A match between Al Ahly FC and Internacional CF Miami at Hard Rock Stadium on June 14, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Al Ahly and Inter Miami kicked off the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with draw at Hard Rock Stadium in a tightly contested opener. Both teams failed to make an impact in the much-anticipated clash in FIFA’s newly expanded 32-team Club World Cup, which pitted African giants Al Ahly against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami. Early in the first half, the Red Devils were dealt a blow when Emam Ashour left the pitch in tears with a shoulder injury just 12 minutes in, making way for debutant Ahmed Sayed Zizo. The...

Inter ready to listen to offers for Hakan Calhanoglu

14Jun

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Inter ready to listen to offers for Hakan Calhanoglu

Hakan Calhanoglu participates in the Serie A 2024-2025 match between Torino and Inter in Torino, Italy, on May 11, 2025 (Photo by Loris Roselli/NurPhoto via Getty Images). Serie A giants Inter are interested in the possible sale of midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu and there is a real possibility of an exit.La Gazzetta dello Sport have reported that Galatasaray are interested in the Turkey midfielder. No offers have arrived and Inter want a fee that is between €35 million and €40 million for the player.The Nerazzurri already have a plan in place for replace Calhanoglu. The easier choice is to make sure that Kristjan Asllani becomes the replacement and they look inwards. But considering how much the ex-Empoli player has failed, it would make sense to potentially look at Nicolo Barella ...

Atlético Madrid eyeing free agent deal for 37-year-old defender

14Jun

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Atlético Madrid eyeing free agent deal for 37-year-old defender

Nicolas Otamendi, defender of SL Benfica, looks dejected at the end of the 'Taca de Portugal' match between SL Benfica and Sporting CP at Estadio Nacional in Oeiras, Portugal, on May 25, 2025. La Liga giants Atlético Madrid are expressing a keen interest in the signature of a member of the defensive ranks at Benfica. That’s according to CNN Portugal, as cited by Mundo Deportivo, who point towards Nicolás Otamendi as the player in question. Stopper Otamendi is for his part fresh off what was a thoroughly impressive campaign in 2024/25. Despite now being 37 years of age, the Argentine continued to play nothing short of a pivotal role for the aforementioned Benfica. All told, Otamendi racked up 50 appearances in all competitions, chipping in with seven goals and four assists along the way...

Inter Miami suffer injury blow ahead of Club World Cup opener

14Jun

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Inter Miami suffer injury blow ahead of Club World Cup opener

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA - JUNE 11: Jordi Alba (18) of Inter Miami CF participates at an Inter Miami Training Session at Florida Blue Training Center on June 11, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano has ruled Jordi Alba out of Saturday's Club World Cup opener against Al Ahly. The Herons will have the honour of competing in the first game at the newly expanded Club World Cup, with Mascherano's side set to kick off their campaign against the Egyptian Champions at Hard Rock Stadium. Inter Miami should enter the contest in a confident mood after recording home victories in their last two MLS outings. They recorded a 4-2 win over CF Montreal, before they eased to a 5-1 victory against Columbus Crew at the start of the month to leave them in third place in th...

Pogba aiming to return with Monaco after doping ban

13Jun

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Pogba aiming to return with Monaco after doping ban

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 19: Paul Pogba attend the "Highest 2 Lowest" red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 19, 2025 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images) Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is in advanced talks with Monaco as he seeks a return to football after a doping suspension. The French World Cup winner, 32, is moving towards a return to his homeland with the Ligue 1 side. Football Flame understands discussions have revolved around the midfielder signing a two-year contract with Monaco, who hope to close the deal in the coming days. Talks have been ongoing for a number of weeks, with Pogba training before pre-season as he plots his return to action.Pogba was provi...

Tottenham Hotspur appoint Thomas Frank from Brentford as new manager

13Jun

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Tottenham Hotspur appoint Thomas Frank from Brentford as new manager

Thomas Frank applauds his side's supporters before the match during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Manchester United FC at Gtech Community Stadium on May 04, 2025 in Brentford, England. Tottenham Hotspur hired Thomas Frank as manager on Thursday after the 51-year-old Danish ended his nearly decade-long stay at fellow Premier League club Brentford. Frank will replace Ange Postecoglou, who was fired last week despite leading Tottenham to their first trophy in 17 years with a win over Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League final. Tottenham said Frank's contract runs until 2028. "In Thomas we are appointing one of the most progressive and innovative head coaches within the game," the club said in a statement. "He has a proven track record in player and squad develop...