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Dumfries signing at Real Madrid deepens Alexander-Arnold's Bernabeu crisis
Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Inter Milan's Denzel Dumfries for £17.3m, further squeezing Trent Alexander-Arnold's chances of nailing down the right-back spot at the Bernabeu. The England international has already struggled with injuries and inconsistent form since leaving Liverpool.
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Riquelme campaign walks back Haaland claim after City and agent hit back
Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme has been forced to clarify that he never said Erling Haaland was already signed, after Manchester City threatened legal action and the striker's representatives dismissed the reports as untrue.
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Tom Heaton signs one-year extension to remain Manchester United's third-choice goalkeeper
Manchester United have confirmed a new one-year contract for 40-year-old goalkeeper Tom Heaton, keeping the academy graduate at Old Trafford for a sixth season in his second spell at the club.
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Iraola arrives in Liverpool to finalise two-year deal as Arne Slot's successor
Andoni Iraola flew into Liverpool John Lennon Airport on a private jet from San Sebastian to complete his appointment as the club's new head coach, succeeding Arne Slot who was sacked on Saturday.
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Steffen Freund backs Wirtz to take 'next step' at Liverpool under incoming Iraola
Former Germany international Steffen Freund believes Florian Wirtz will improve significantly in his second Premier League season after a mixed debut campaign at Liverpool, where the £116m signing managed seven goals and 10 assists under Arne Slot.
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Manchester United agree £38.3m Ederson deal with more midfield signings to follow
Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson for up to £38.3million on a four-year deal, with the club targeting at least one further midfield addition as they reshape the position under Michael Carrick.
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Yan Diomandé declares his love for PSG despite Liverpool's interest
Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé, 19, from RB Leipzig has publicly expressed his desire to join Paris Saint-Germain, identified as a priority target for the European champions, on the sidelines of the France-Côte d'Ivoire friendly match.
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Haaland to Real Madrid: Manchester City threatens legal action against presidential candidate
Enrique Riquelme, a candidate for Real Madrid's presidency, promised to sign Erling Haaland if elected. Manchester City, who have the striker under contract until 2034, is now considering legal proceedings.
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Artist Robert Wyland sues FIFA for £18m over destruction of Dallas whale mural
Environmental artist Robert Wyland has filed a lawsuit in Texas demanding £18m from FIFA after his 1999 whale mural 'Ocean Life' was painted over in Dallas ahead of the city hosting England's World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia.
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Morocco reaches best FIFA ranking in history thanks to Netherlands defeat
Algeria's 1-0 victory over the Netherlands on Wednesday in a friendly match propelled Morocco to seventh place in the world rankings, an absolute record for an African nation in the 21st century.
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Barcola has not extended at PSG and a summer departure is being considered
According to journalist Philippe Sanfourche, Bradley Barcola is questioning his future at PSG and has not accepted the club's contract extension offer. The 23-year-old winger, regularly used as a substitute, is notably being targeted by Liverpool.
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France face Belgium in Euro U17 semi-final in Tallinn
France and Belgium meet in the Euro U17 semi-final on Thursday, June 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Kadriorg Stadium in Tallinn. The two teams faced each other at the same stage of the competition last year.
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Mason Greenwood to AS Roma: Salary deal close, but competition intensifies
Author of 26 goals and 11 assists this season with Marseille, Mason Greenwood is attracting interest from multiple clubs. AS Roma, which would offer him €4.5M per year until 2031, faces competition from other Serie A clubs and Fenerbahçe.
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Denzel Dumfries joins Real Madrid for €20 million, contract signed
Dutch international Denzel Dumfries (71 caps) has signed with Real Madrid after Inter Milan's €20 million release clause was activated, according to Fabrizio Romano. The official announcement is expected soon from Florentino Perez.
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Real Betis target Ethan Mbappé, LOSC demand €12 million
According to Fichajes, Real Betis wish to sign Ethan Mbappé this summer. LOSC, unwilling to sell, have nonetheless set a departure price of €12 million for the 19-year-old attacking midfielder.
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Kolo Muani set for Juventus return, but Turin still hesitant
On loan at Tottenham this season, Randal Kolo Muani will not continue with the Spurs. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the French striker has chosen to rejoin Juventus, where he scored 10 goals in 22 matches in early 2025.
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Fenerbahce chairman Sadettin Saran jailed for illegal betting days before leadership vote
A Turkish court has sentenced Fenerbahce chairman Sadettin Saran to two-and-a-half years in prison for inciting illegal betting, with the verdict arriving just days before the club holds an extraordinary congress on 6-7 June to elect new leadership.
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Al Mubarak warns City's rivals as Maresca era begins: 'Built to win'
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has insisted Pep Guardiola's departure will not derail the club's trophy-winning era, expressing full confidence in incoming manager Enzo Maresca ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Man City chairman reveals Guardiola threatened to quit 'a hundred times' before final exit
Khaldoon Al Mubarak has described acting as a personal confidant to Pep Guardiola throughout their decade together at Manchester City, revealing the manager repeatedly considered leaving before his departure became genuine.
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Guardiola quit Manchester City '100 times' in decade, says chairman Al Mubarak
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed that Pep Guardiola threatened to quit the club roughly 100 times during his ten-year tenure, describing himself as the Catalan coach's 'psychiatrist' through the difficult periods.
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