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Haaland's Real Madrid move collapses but Leeds United dream keeps transfer door open
Erling Haaland's rumoured switch to Real Madrid this summer is off after Florentino Perez confirmed his record signing will not be the Manchester City striker. Haaland has previously stated his dream is to one day play for Leeds United, the club where he was born and his father Alf-Inge once played.
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Man United urged to set Anderson deadline as Man City bid complicates midfield pursuit
Manchester City have already had a bid for Elliot Anderson rejected and are considered favourites to sign the Nottingham Forest midfielder, leaving United facing a difficult decision on whether to keep funds available or move on to alternative targets.
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Messi scores 117th goal and becomes Argentina's oldest goalscorer
Back after a two-week absence due to muscle fatigue, Lionel Messi converted a penalty 53 seconds after coming on as a substitute against Iceland, setting a new age record for the Argentine national team.
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Juventus turns to Martinez and leaves Maignan with no way out
Put off by AC Milan's asking price of €40–50 million, Juventus Turin has abandoned its pursuit of Mike Maignan to focus on Emiliano Martinez, Aston Villa's goalkeeper valued at €12 million.
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Carrick's Man Utd overhaul: Johnstone return eyed as £48m goalkeeper duo set to leave
Manchester United are planning significant squad changes this summer under permanent manager Michael Carrick, with Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir expected to depart for a combined £48.3 million and Sam Johnstone emerging as a potential replacement.
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Sheringham backs Alexander-Arnold to revive career with Arsenal move after Real Madrid struggles
Teddy Sheringham believes Trent Alexander-Arnold could thrive at Arsenal this summer after a difficult debut season at Real Madrid, where fitness problems, patchy form and competition from Dani Carvajal limited his impact.
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Dembélé sacrificed by Deschamps: Larqué accuses France of wasting his Ballon d'Or
Quiet during France's 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland, Ousmane Dembélé is at the heart of a tactical debate: his positioning behind Mbappé, who drops deep into the centre, would stifle him according to several observers.
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Ratcliffe backs £100m Anderson bid as United eye Leeds keeper Darlow for backup role
Manchester United are optimistic of signing Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson for around £100m, with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe willing to meet his wage demands. The club are also exploring a move for Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow as a deputy option.
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Real Madrid Offers €150M for Julian Alvarez, Atlético Refuses
Real Madrid has officially submitted a €150 million offer to Atlético Madrid for striker Julian Alvarez. Atlético rejected the proposal, citing the player's release clause.
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Nkoudou to OM, Njie to Tottenham: the swap between the two clubs is finalized
Tottenham and Olympique de Marseille are about to complete a double transfer: Clinton Njie joins Spurs for €11 million, while Georges-Kevin Nkoudou is loaned to OM with a purchase option set at €7 million.
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Regragui targeted by Feyenoord to succeed Van Persie in Champions League
Free since his resignation from Morocco, Walid Regragui would be among six managers targeted by Feyenoord to replace Robin van Persie. The Rotterdam club, qualified for the Champions League, would however prefer Sébastien Pocognoli.
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Atletico Madrid mock Real Madrid with laughing emojis after £129m Julian Alvarez bid rejected
Atletico Madrid publicly ridiculed Real Madrid on social media after rejecting a £129m offer for Julian Alvarez, pointing the Spanish giants to the striker's £431m release clause. Arsenal remain among the clubs linked with the Argentine forward.
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Iraola mirrors Slot's dressing-room rule as Liverpool eye Bournemouth's Alex Scott
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has echoed predecessor Arne Slot's hands-off approach to the dressing room, while reports suggest Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is emerging as his first transfer target at Anfield.
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Berrada promises stadium news 'in weeks or months' as United chase land deal
Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada says an announcement on the club's proposed 100,000-seat Old Trafford replacement is imminent, but progress remains stalled while a land agreement with Freightliner is yet to be reached.
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United dismiss Romero interest and baulk at £80m Scott fee amid busy summer planning
Manchester United have ruled out a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero and are unwilling to meet Bournemouth's £80m valuation of Alex Scott, as the club navigates a complex summer transfer window that opens on 15 June.
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Messi scores penalty as Argentina seal 3-0 win over Iceland at Auburn
Lionel Messi came off the bench to net a penalty as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 pre-World Cup friendly victory over Iceland at Jordan-Hare Stadium on the Auburn University campus, completing a two-game SEC stadium tour.
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DR Congo lose to Chile and enter controversy eight days before World Cup
Beaten 2-1 by Chile on Tuesday in Orléans, the Leopards approach the 2026 World Cup under tension: starting goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi is heavily criticized by supporters after conceding two long-range goals.
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Arsenal's £86m Yildiz approach rejected as Gunners make Tonali contact
Arsenal have been firmly rebuffed in their attempt to sign Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz, with the Serie A club declaring the Turkey international unavailable at any price. Separately, Fabrizio Romano reports the Gunners have made contact with Newcastle over midfielder Sandro Tonali.
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Kane declares 2026 World Cup his best ever chance to win it all with England
Harry Kane says his peak physical condition and strong domestic form make the upcoming World Cup the greatest opportunity of his career to deliver international glory for England, who open Group L against Croatia on June 17.
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Freese or Turner? USA's World Cup No. 1 still undecided three days before Paraguay opener
Mauricio Pochettino has yet to name his starting goalkeeper for the United States' World Cup opener against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday, leaving both Matt Freese and Matt Turner in the dark ahead of the tournament.
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