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Real Madrid revive interest in Konate as Liverpool defender leaves on free transfer
Ibrahima Konate will depart Liverpool as a free agent this summer after contract negotiations broke down, with Real Madrid, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Al-Ittihad all weighing moves for the France international centre-back.
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Liverpool players pay tribute to Arne Slot after sacking ends two-year reign
Arne Slot has been dismissed as Liverpool head coach after nearly two years at Anfield, with captain Virgil van Dijk leading a wave of tributes from players including Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Rio Ngumoha, and Ryan Gravenberch.
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PSG withdraw from Julian Alvarez pursuit after doubts over player's interest
Paris Saint-Germain have pulled out of the race to sign Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez following initial talks, with the club unconvinced the Argentine was keen to join them. Barcelona remain his reported preferred destination, while Arsenal are also being monitored as a potential suitor.
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Hackett backs Arsenal's penalty claim after Rice and Arteta condemn Siebert's call in UCL final
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett has sided with Arsenal's view that Noni Madueke should have been awarded a penalty during extra-time of their Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, with Declan Rice and Mikel Arteta both questioning referee Daniel Siebert's decision.
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Florentino Perez pledges immediate ownership referendum if re-elected as Real Madrid president
Florentino Perez has confirmed he will call a referendum on Real Madrid's ownership model should he win next Sunday's club elections, proposing to convert members into shareholders and sell a 5% stake while keeping the club majority member-owned.
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Arteta urges Arsenal board to show ambition as Rogers emerges as summer target
Mikel Arteta has called on Arsenal's hierarchy to make 'important decisions' this summer following their Champions League final defeat to PSG, with Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers identified as a key transfer target.
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Arsenal leave Budapest heartbroken after Champions League final penalty defeat to PSG
Arsenal's players departed their Budapest hotel on Sunday morning visibly dejected after losing the Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties, following a 1-1 draw. The squad faces an immediate emotional shift as they return to London for an open-top bus parade celebrating their Premier League title.
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US police make 1,300 arrests and seize 280 guns ahead of England's World Cup opener in Dallas
A pre-tournament crackdown called Operation Red Card has resulted in more than 1,300 arrests on felony warrants, the seizure of 280 firearms, 800 kilos of methamphetamine, and £4m in cash across the Dallas area ahead of England's June 18 clash with Croatia.
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Arteta reveals Gabriel volunteered for fatal fifth penalty in Champions League final loss
Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Gabriel Magalhaes personally asked to take Arsenal's fifth penalty in their Champions League final shootout defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest, after the centre-back blazed his effort over the bar to hand PSG the trophy.
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Hojlund's permanent Napoli move leaves United's No.9 shirt vacant for Sesko
Rasmus Hojlund's £38m permanent transfer to Napoli has freed up Manchester United's No.9 shirt. Benjamin Sesko, currently wearing No.30, is the most likely candidate to claim the number next season.
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Guardiola tells friends he wants England job after leaving Manchester City
Pep Guardiola has reportedly told close friends that managing England is his next ambition following his departure from Manchester City, where he won 20 trophies across a decade. However, Thomas Tuchel's contract extension until 2028 means any move remains a distant prospect.
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Leao confirms AC Milan exit as Manchester United weigh £43m winger move
Rafael Leao has publicly stated he is ready to leave AC Milan and play in a different league, with Manchester United among the clubs credited with an interest in the 26-year-old Portugal international, who is reportedly available for around £43 million.
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Scholes mocked Soccer Aid's sky-blue Old Trafford flags in 2023 charity match
Paul Scholes took to Instagram before the 2023 Soccer Aid match at Old Trafford to mock the sky-blue and white flags decorating the stadium, joking that someone had to be 'taking the p***' given their resemblance to Manchester City's colours.
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Tyler Fletcher earns Scotland World Cup call-up after Gilmour's knee injury
Manchester United midfielder Tyler Fletcher has been drafted into Scotland's World Cup squad as a direct replacement for Napoli's Billy Gilmour, who suffered a knee injury during Saturday's friendly against Curacao.
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Tyler Fletcher earns World Cup call-up after Gilmour injury rocks Scotland squad
Manchester United midfielder Tyler Fletcher has been called into Scotland's World Cup squad as a late replacement for Billy Gilmour, who suffered a knee injury in the team's final pre-tournament friendly. Fletcher made his senior Scotland debut just 24 hours before receiving the call.
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Arsenal's Premier League title parade rolls through Islington on Sunday with 500,000 fans expected
Arsenal's open-top bus procession celebrating their Premier League title begins at 2pm on Sunday, May 31, travelling a 9km route through Islington. The Arsenal Women's squad will also feature, carrying the FIFA Women's Champions Cup won during their own historic season.
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Soccer Aid 2026 squads confirmed: Rooney, Van der Sar and Bolt headline 20th anniversary match
Soccer Aid marks its 20th anniversary on Sunday, May 31 at London Stadium, with Wayne Rooney captaining England and Edwin van der Sar in goal for the World XI. Usain Bolt manages the World squad in a charity match raising funds for UNICEF.
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Jack Wilshere's marriage cost him one fan — the man who dated his wife first
A former friend of Jack Wilshere says he can no longer support Arsenal because the ex-midfielder married his former girlfriend, Andriani Michael. Starzi Kyriacou, a fish and chip shop owner, claims Wilshere showed him no respect by pursuing the relationship.
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Potter takes Sweden to 2026 World Cup with Gyokeres and Isak leading the line
Graham Potter has guided Sweden to their first World Cup since 2018 after taking charge following a failed qualifying campaign under Jon Dahl Tomasson. The squad boasts Viktor Gyokeres, Alexander Isak and Anthony Elanga among its attacking options.
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De Zerbi targets Savinho and Summerville in Tottenham's summer attacking rebuild
Roberto De Zerbi has outlined plans to overhaul Tottenham's attack this summer after securing Premier League survival, with Manchester City winger Savinho and relegated West Ham forward Crysencio Summerville among his reported targets.
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