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Man United get ‘innovative’ with Garnacho swap proposal in striker pursuit

30Jul

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Man United get ‘innovative’ with Garnacho swap proposal in striker pursuit

Alejandro Garnacho Of Manchester United Manchester United have reportedly spoken to Aston Villa over a swap deal involving Alejandro Garnacho and Ollie Watkins. The Red Devils have already strengthened their attacking ranks this summer, having splashed the cash to sign Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford respectively. However, they are still keen to recruit a natural number nine before the transfer window closes for business on September 1. Man United's recruitment team are believed to be considering Watkins as a potential option to solve their striker woes. However, they are believed to be reluctant to meet Aston Villa's £60m asking price for a player who will turn 30 later this year.Recent reports have suggested that Man United are on...

Bayern Munich youngster Gabriel Marusic leaves for Austria Salzburg

30Jul

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Bayern Munich youngster Gabriel Marusic leaves for Austria Salzburg

Gabriel Marusic A big theme this summer is youngsters leaving Bayern Munich after having graduated through all the age groups and making the next step in their career. The next in this line of players is 22-year-old Gabriel Marusic, who Bayern’s official website has confirmed leaves for Austrian second division outfit Austria Salzburg:Gabriel Marusic (March 3, 2003) is taking the next step in his development. The FC Bayern Amateurs central defender is moving to newly promoted Austrian second-division side SV Austria Salzburg one year before the end of his contract. The Nuremberg native aims to establish himself in professional football at the traditional club from the City of Mozart. Markus Weinzierl, Sporting Director of the FC Bayern Campus, had this to say: “Gaba was one of...

Goalkeeper Trafford returns to Man City from Burnley

30Jul

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Goalkeeper Trafford returns to Man City from Burnley

James Trafford Goalkeeper James Trafford has signed a deal to return to Manchester City from Burnley, the Premier League giants announced on Tuesday. Man City activated a £27.5 million ($36.7 million) buy-back clause for the 22-year-old England youth international, according to British media reports. Trafford, who never played for the City senior team during his first spell at the Etihad Stadium, left for Burnley in 2023. He struggled in his first season as the Clarets were relegated from the Premier League, but equalled an English football record with 29 clean sheets last term to help Burnley earn promotion back into the top flight. "This is the place I call home -- it's a truly special football club with fantastic people who make it such a unique place to work and play," he said in a s...

Ter Stegen’s World Cup spot in doubt due to Barca star’s injury

30Jul

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Ter Stegen’s World Cup spot in doubt due to Barca star’s injury

Marc Andre Ter Stegens Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s place in the Germany team appears to be under threat now due to the goalkeeper’s back injury. The stopper has undergone back surgery in France and is now sidelined for some time. There’s no official word on how long but a return is not expected until the end of the year. Ter Stegen’s injury has put his Barcelona future in doubt, particularly after the arrival of Joan Garcia, while it seems he could also lose his Germany spot as well. Diario AS are reporting that Julian Nagelsmann is now thinking about alternative options while Ter Stegen is out. Nagelsman has backed Ter Stegen unequivocally during his recent lay-off with a knee problem, but it seems he may be about to change his mind. Veteran stopper Oliver Baumann is set to take over from T...

Konate on How “Tough” Pre-Season will Prepare them to Compete Again

29Jul

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Konate on How “Tough” Pre-Season will Prepare them to Compete Again

Ibrahima Konate Ibrahima Konate spoke to Liverpoolfc.com following the first of the club’s friendlies on their Asian tour: “Last season we came back with a new manager and he had a very good idea and he said before the season started what we have to do to win the Premier League. “We just followed what he said and at the end we had a good result for the club. I think this season will be more difficult. “Because for sure we are happy and we don’t have to forget last season, but we have to take the good parts of last season as well as the bad parts where we did not really great and work on that. “We were champions last season and it’s finished now, we have to go again and try to do something even better than last season. That’s why the pre-season is very important. “I know it’s very difficu...

Pep gives his verdict on Yamal comparisons with Messi

29Jul

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Pep gives his verdict on Yamal comparisons with Messi

Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal keeps on being compared to Lionel Messi as he continues to thrive for Barcelona and Spain. The teenager is now wearing Messi’s iconic No. 10 shirt at Barcelona and will be hoping to add more trophies to his collection in the 2025-26 season. Former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has now been asked about the two players and the following to say. “I think Lamine Yamal should be allowed to develop his career. And when he’s been playing for fifteen years, we’ll decide if he’s better or worse. Let him develop his career,” he told GQ. “And the fact that he’s being compared to Messi is a big deal. Like if you compare a painter to Van Gogh, they’ll say, wow, he’s not bad, it’s a sign he’s good. And that comparison is a sign he’s good. But we have to let him develop his car...

Benjamin Sesko makes feelings clear about transfer preference after Man Utd interest

29Jul

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Benjamin Sesko makes feelings clear about transfer preference after Man Utd interest

Benjamin Sesko Manchester United's pursuit of Benjamin Sesko has received a significant lift, with the striker reportedly 'impressed' by the Red Devils. After a dismal last season, Ruben Amorim's team is eager to bolster their attacking line-up this summer. The club has been associated with several strikers, including Viktor Gyokeres, who has since sealed a deal with Arsenal, one of United's big Premier League rivals. Sesko has now become an alternative target, having made an impression at RB Leipzig in recent years. Newcastle have shown interest too, viewing Sesko as a possible successor to Alexander Isak, amidst rumours of his departure to Liverpool. However, United have taken the lead in the chase for the Slovenian's signature, buoyed by the player's own reaction to a potential...

Como chief speaks out on Alvaro Morata chase

28Jul

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Como chief speaks out on Alvaro Morata chase

Alvaro Morata Como president Mirwan Suwarso has this weekend opened up on the club’s ongoing pursuit of Spanish international Álvaro Morata. The name of frontman Morata has emerged as an altogether prominent one in the headlines across Italy over recent weeks.This comes after widespread confirmation was forthcoming that the experienced frontman has made his way to the very top of the summer transfer wishlist at the aforementioned Como. Talks, in turn, have long been kicked into gear between the brass at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, and their counterparts at AC Milan, Morata’s parent club.Speaking during an exchange with the media on Sunday, the subject of the 32-year-old’s potential arrival was therefore put to the aforementioned Mirwan Suwarso. And in his response, Como’s p...

Thibaut Courtois doubles down on Real Madrid extension plan

28Jul

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Thibaut Courtois doubles down on Real Madrid extension plan

Thibaut Courtois Real Madrid remain confident over a contract extension agreement with veteran goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. The Belgian international remains as a vital part of Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid squad, as the undisputed No.1, despite Carlo Ancelotti’s exit. Courtois underlined just how crucial he is to Alonso’s revamped plans at this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. The former Chelsea star halted a late Borussia Dortmund comeback with a brilliant save in stoppage time to seal Real Madrid’s passage into the semi-finals and despite being unable to prevent Paris Saint-Germain hammering Alonso’s team in the final four, Courtois was central to keeping the score respectable. According to reports from transfer experts Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, a deal has been reached f...

Barcelona’s debutants shine against Vissel Kobe in Japan

28Jul

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Barcelona’s debutants shine against Vissel Kobe in Japan

Barcelonas Marcus Rashford Dribbles The Ball During The Preseason Friendly Between Vissel Kobe And FC Barcelona At Noevir Stadium Kobe On July 27 2025 In Kobe Hyogo Japan The Barcelona preseason tour is always full of intrigue, as culers get their first glimpse of the next Blaugrana stars. In Hansi Flick’s first summer in charge, virtually the entire roster was full of academy prospects, with so many of Barcelona’s players still resting from a hectic summer of international competitions. That gave a golden opportunity to the likes of Marc Casadó, Marc Bernal, and Pau Víctor. This summer in Japan and South Korea, there will be fewer minutes for the youngsters. But it looks like Flick already has an eye on a few who may have a part to play in the upcoming season. No one will be happier at ...

Bayern Munich’s interest in Malick Fofana was never serious

28Jul

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Bayern Munich’s interest in Malick Fofana was never serious

Malick Fofana After several twists and turns in the tale, rejected bids, and a slew of varying rumors over the course of the past couple of weeks, it finally looks like Bayern Munich is 100% going to be signing Luis Diaz from Liverpool. The deal is going to be worth around 75 to 80 million euros, which Liverpool is presumably going to use to invest into a potential transfer for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, who recently told Newcastle he wants to explore other options this summer away from Tyneside. All things considered, Diaz was technically a backup option to Florian Wirtz, but Bayern also had contingency plans lined up in the event that a move for the Colombian winger also fell through. Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku, RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons, and Lyon’s Malick Fofana were a...

Amorim: Fernandes staying vital for Man United

27Jul

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Amorim: Fernandes staying vital for Man United

Bruno Fernandes Ruben Amorim has admitted it was vital Bruno Fernandes stayed at Manchester United this summer after the midfielder again proved his value with both goals in a 2-1 preseason win over West Ham. Fernandes scored a penalty and an exquisite second from outside the box as United kicked off their tour of the U.S. with a victory at MetLife Stadium. The 30-year-old could have left Old Trafford in June after taking time to consider a mega money offer from Saudi side Al Hilal. He decided to stay and Amorim says it was important for United that he did. "It was so clear last season," said Amorim. "You can see it in the assists, the goals. Not just that. "I think now he has more players. I felt that on the tour. I felt that now there are more players to help them to lead the group. Th...

Max Allegri and Ruben Loftus-Cheek agree on Liverpool after AC Milan pre-season defeat

27Jul

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Max Allegri and Ruben Loftus-Cheek agree on Liverpool after AC Milan pre-season defeat

Loftus Cheek Of AC Milan Scores The Goal During The Pre Season Friendly Match Between Liverpool FC An AC Milan At Kai Tak Sports Park On July 26 2025 In Hong Kong China Ruben Loftus-Cheek named Liverpool one of the best teams in the world after helping AC Milan to a friendly victory. The Reds lost 4-2 against the Italian outfit during their pre-season tour in Hong Kong. It was Liverpool’s toughest test of the summer programme so far, having eased to respective 3-1 and 5-0 victories over Championship sides Preston North End and Stoke City. Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo were on target for the Premier League champions. Anfield head coach Arne Slot will not be too concerned that Liverpool were beaten by a Milan side that finished eighth in Serie A last season. Loftus-Cheek netted the Ros...

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala’s recovery timeline has been tentatively revealed

27Jul

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Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala’s recovery timeline has been tentatively revealed

Jamal Musiala Of FC Bayern Munchen It is common knowledge within the Bayern Munich community that Jamal Musiala will be sidelined for the foreseeable future with a severe injury. How long he will be on the mend remains to be seen. However, if a recent Bild report is to be believed, Musiala may be back on the pitch before the year is out. As captured by @iMiaSanMia, the report goes into detail about Musiala’s recovery process. At the time of writing, Musiala will be wearing a protective shoe for around six weeks, also using crutches during said period. Following those six weeks, his foot will be re-examined. Should the green light be given then, the next step will follow. Musiala will resume light running and functional training around August. If all goes well, he could also take his firs...

Morocco 2-3 Nigeria: Super Falcons stun hosts to win WAFCON

27Jul

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Morocco 2-3 Nigeria: Super Falcons stun hosts to win WAFCON

Nigeria Nigeria are Women’s African Cup of Nations champions for a record extending tenth time after a stunning comeback victory over hosts Morocco in Rabat. After falling 2-0 down by half time, the Super Falcon’s soared back in the second half. Goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi and Jennifer Echegini were enough to complete the comeback and shock the hosts. Over a year after the tournament was originally slated to hold it’s finale the 2024 edition of the Women’s African Cup of Nations came to a dramatic conclusion on Saturday night. On a mild summer evening in Rabat, Morocco dreamt of their first ever Women’s African Cup of Nation’s trophy while their opponents looked to secure their record extending tenth. Morocco made one change from the side that snuck past Ghana on pen...

Inter Miami signs Rodrigo De Paul from Atletico

26Jul

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Inter Miami signs Rodrigo De Paul from Atletico

Rodrigo De Paul Inter Miami has completed the signing of Argentina midfielder Rodrigo de Paul from Atlético Madrid, the LaLiga club announced Friday. "Rodrigo de Paul bids farewell to Atletico Madrid and will continue his professional career at Inter Miami," Atlético said in a statement. Sources have told Football Flame that De Paul arrives on an initial loan until the end of 2025 with an option to make the transfer permanent. With just a year left on his contract in Madrid, the two sides were able to construct a deal that sees him become the latest star to make the move to Miami. De Paul, 31, will not be one of Miami's designated players initially, as the team's three spots are held by Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets. Should a DP position become available at the end of his ...

Antonio scores twice in first West Ham start since near-fatal crash

26Jul

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Antonio scores twice in first West Ham start since near-fatal crash

Michail Antonio Michail Antonio scored twice in his first start for West Ham just seven months after a terrifying car crash left him needing surgery and fearing for his career. Antonio escaped the incident with a badly broken leg and had his femur bone put back together after it was shattered in four places. The forward had not featured in a match since crashing his Ferrari into a tree in December until he suited up for his national team last week. The 35-year-old was back on the pitch for Jamaica’s Gold Cup opener against Guatemala, coming off the bench in the 85th minute. And on Friday night, Antonio took another step in his recovery, playing 45 minutes in a behind-closed-doors West Ham Under 21 friendly against Boreham Wood. It took him just 20 minutes to net a brace as the Hammers ma...

Man United suffer major blow in the race to sign £60m forward

25Jul

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Man United suffer major blow in the race to sign £60m forward

Ollie Watkins Of Aston Villa In Manchester United’s annual trawl through the Premier League for firepower, another door has been firmly shut. According to The Telegraph, Aston Villa have informed United that Ollie Watkins is not for sale. Not for £50 million, not for £80 million, not for any price. Watkins is theirs, and that’s the end of the conversation United, under Ruben Amorim’s emerging stewardship, have been seeking a dependable No 9 with top-flight credentials. Watkins, who scored 19 goals and provided 13 assists in the Premier League last season, would tick most of the right boxes and is experienced enough to deliver immediately. But Villa, no longer the selling club of old, are drawing lines. It is not the first time Watkins has been pursued. Arsenal made an approach in Januar...

Report: Liverpool have now joined the race for €40 million-rated Everton target

25Jul

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Report: Liverpool have now joined the race for €40 million-rated Everton target

Boulaye Dia Of SS Lazio And Douglas Luiz Of Juventus FC Liverpool are interested in signing the Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz during the summer transfer window, and they will face competition from archrivals Everton. The 27-year-old Brazilian has been linked with a move back to the Premier League, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. Liverpool could use more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and Luiz could be the ideal acquisition for them. He played some of his best football in the Premier League with Aston Villa, and he has the physicality and technical attributes to play for a big club like Liverpool. The transfer to Juventus has not worked out, and they are prepared to sell Luiz for €40 million. According to a report from Gazzetta dello Sport, Everton a...

Report: Bundesliga giants target Brighton midfielder in summer move

24Jul

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Report: Bundesliga giants target Brighton midfielder in summer move

Facundo Buonanotte According to a report by Sky in Germany’s Patrick Berger, Borussia Dortmund have shown renewed interest in Brighton and Hove Albion’s young midfielder, Facundo Buonanotte. The Bundesliga side have followed his development since his early days at Rosario Central in Argentina, and now appear ready to make their interest more concrete. Buonanotte, still only 20 years old, spent last season on loan at Leicester City. Despite a promising individual campaign, the Foxes were relegated from the Premier League, casting a shadow over his loan spell. Nonetheless, the Argentine international continues to attract admirers for his technical ability and creative flair. Dortmund are no strangers to scouting young talents and polishing them into elite performers. From Jadon Sancho to J...