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Meulensteen urges Carrick to sign Kane and Elliot Anderson in first United transfer window
Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has called on new permanent manager Michael Carrick to pursue England internationals Harry Kane and Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this summer, warning that United must sign at least two or three midfielders ahead of their Champions League campaign.
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Manchester City confirms four-part Guardiola farewell documentary directed by BAFTA-winning filmmaker
Manchester City have announced a four-part documentary series covering Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at the club, directed by Academy and BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald. The series will cover the club's 26-game unbeaten run, Kevin De Bruyne's departure, and Guardiola's emotional farewell.
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United dismiss Romero links as midfield overhaul and left-back search take priority
Manchester United have ruled out a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, with sources describing reports of a prepared offer as wide of the mark. The club's summer focus remains on midfield reinforcement and addressing the left side of the squad.
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Lorenzi recruitment exposes OM to heavy damages in favor of Nice
Grégory Lorenzi had given his agreement to OGC Nice before joining OM as sporting director. According to Ouest-France, the Marseille club would be « clearly at fault » and risks a ruling against it by the labor court.
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Somali referee Omar Artan banned from US after 11-hour ordeal, sparking World Cup fury
Omar Artan, one of Africa's top referees, was held for 11 hours at Miami Airport before being refused entry to the United States and deported to Turkey. Somalia's Prime Minister and former England star Ian Wright are among those condemning the decision ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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Scott McTominay's goalscoring form at Napoli makes him one to watch at World Cup 2026
Scott McTominay has scored 13 goals in all competitions for Napoli this season and sits on 13 goals again with two games remaining, underlining his credentials as a genuine attacking threat for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup.
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Crystal Palace close in on Pierre Sage after Lens boss made Liverpool shortlist
Crystal Palace are set to appoint Lens manager Pierre Sage as Oliver Glasner's successor, with a compensation package of around €5 million (£4.3m) and a three-year deal at Selhurst Park reportedly close to completion.
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Iraola's 'all new signings' stance hands Harvey Elliott a Liverpool lifeline
Incoming Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has declared every player in his squad a 'new signing', offering 23-year-old Harvey Elliott renewed hope after a difficult loan spell at Aston Villa yielded just one goal in 11 appearances.
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Iran condemn FIFA and US after ticket allocation stripped ahead of World Cup 2026
The Iranian Football Federation has issued a furious statement after its official ticket allocation for World Cup 2026 group-stage matches was revoked, leaving Iranian fans unable to attend any of their team's fixtures in the United States.
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Maresca appointment delayed as Man City wait on Chelsea compensation talks
Manchester City's move to install Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's successor is taking longer than anticipated, with compensation talks between the clubs still ongoing. City remain confident the deal will be concluded without major complications.
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FIFA urged to pay Somali referee $100,000 after US visa ban sparks widespread outrage
Omar Artan, who would have been the first Somali referee at a World Cup, has been barred from entering the United States for this summer's tournament. Former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett is calling on FIFA to pay Artan the $100,000 he would have earned.
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Kai Rooney's gym transformation fuels first-team hopes at Manchester United
Wayne Rooney's 16-year-old son Kai has sparked excitement among Manchester United supporters after sharing images of a notable physical transformation ahead of pre-season, raising hopes of a first-team breakthrough under new manager Michael Carrick.
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Iran fans barred and African referee turned away as World Cup entry crisis deepens
With the 2026 World Cup two days from kick-off, Iran's ticket allocation for its fans has been revoked and Somalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was refused entry at Miami after an 11-hour immigration interview, adding to a growing list of visa and border casualties.
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Real Madrid open talks to sign Arsenal's Calafiori after Champions League final defeat
Real Madrid have contacted Arsenal to register interest in Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori, according to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio. The 22-year-old, valued at over £45m, is reportedly among José Mourinho's highest summer priorities alongside Manchester City's Joško Gvardiol.
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Why Manchester United are unlikely to sign a centre-back despite persistent injury concerns
Manchester United have been linked with defensive reinforcements this summer, but the club's plan is to work with their existing five centre-backs — Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven — despite a troubling injury record across the group.
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Manchester City sell Jahmai Simpson-Pusey to FC Köln in €7.5m permanent deal
Manchester City have agreed to sell 20-year-old centre-back Jahmai Simpson-Pusey to FC Köln on a permanent basis from July 1, converting his loan spell into a deal worth up to €7.5 million.
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Dugarry accuses M6 of asking him to hide France's poor performances
Sidelined from the 2026 World Cup coverage on M6 after his Euro 2024 stint, Christophe Dugarry reveals that the channel's sports director criticized him for being too critical and asked him to only comment on positive aspects.
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Olise's hat-trick against Northern Ireland: a first for France since 1934
Michael Olise scored a hat-trick Monday evening against Northern Ireland (3-1), becoming the first French player to achieve this feat in World Cup preparation since Jean Nicolas in 1934.
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Wembley Stadium Foundation opens free Nike kit scheme for grassroots youth clubs across the UK
The Wembley Stadium Foundation National Kit Scheme, delivered with Team Grassroots, is offering fully customised Nike kits to eligible youth clubs at no cost, prioritising new teams where kit expenses are a barrier to participation.
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Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro make surprise cameos in Madonna's new short film
Chelsea forwards Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro appear alongside Sabrina Carpenter and Benedict Cumberbatch in Madonna's 14-minute Confessions II film, which premiered on 8 June ahead of her 3 July album release.
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