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Bernardo Silva to delay transfer decision until after World Cup, agent confirms
Bernardo Silva has left Manchester City after a decade at the club but will not choose his next destination until the World Cup concludes this summer. Agent Jorge Mendes confirmed the timeline to Fabrizio Romano, with Barcelona and Benfica among the reported suitors.
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Barcelona goalkeeper Diego Kochen set for loan exit to Danish Superliga side
American youth international Diego Kochen is expected to leave Barcelona on loan this summer, with newly promoted Danish Superliga club Lyngby Boldklub the reported frontrunners to sign the 20-year-old goalkeeper.
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Mourinho targets Calafiori for Real Madrid rebuild after confirming Dumfries and Konaté deals
José Mourinho, set to be confirmed as Real Madrid manager for a second time, has identified Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori as a transfer target. The Portuguese has already agreed deals for Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konaté as he shapes his squad at the Bernabéu.
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Yamal included in Spain's World Cup squad despite hamstring injury uncertainty
Lamine Yamal has been named in Spain's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup despite suffering a hamstring injury on April 22 that has kept him sidelined since. Barcelona expect the 18-year-old to be available for the tournament, but his level of involvement remains unclear.
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Slot's sacking leaves assistant Reijnen jobless after he quit Feyenoord for Liverpool role
Etienne Reijnen left his position at Feyenoord in May to join Arne Slot's backroom staff at Liverpool, only for Slot to be sacked on Saturday. With his old role at Feyenoord already filled, the 39-year-old coach is now without a club.
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Dias refuses to rule out Ronaldo, Messi and Modric playing beyond 2026 World Cup
Manchester City defender Rúben Dias has pushed back on the idea that the 2026 World Cup will be the final tournament for Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Luka Modric, saying simply 'let's see' when asked about their international futures.
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Man United target four more signings after Ederson deal agreed with Atalanta
Manchester United have reached an initial £35 million agreement with Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson and are pursuing four further signings this summer, including a striker and a left-back, as Michael Carrick looks to expand a squad returning to Champions League football.
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Spain and Argentina lead 2026 World Cup group stage odds as favourites emerge
With every team confirmed for the 2026 World Cup, sportsbooks have released group-winner odds. Spain (-310) and Argentina (-250) are among the most heavily favoured sides, while Brazil (-350) holds the shortest price of any group leader.
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Davies rejoins Canada squad for World Cup but hamstring return date stays unclear
Alphonso Davies has linked up with the Canadian national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup despite not yet being fit to play, after suffering a hamstring injury at Bayern Munich last month. The captain watched from the sideline as Canada beat Uzbekistan 2-0 in Edmonton on Monday.
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Kane says England World Cup win would make him Ballon d'Or favourite
Harry Kane believes he would be among the leading Ballon d'Or contenders if he guides England to World Cup glory in 2026, citing his 61-goal season and second European Golden Shoe as evidence of his claim.
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Every player named: Full 48-team squads for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
All 48 nations competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have confirmed their squads, with 1,248 players earning the call to represent their countries this summer. From Lionel Messi's Argentina to debutant nations, here are the complete rosters.
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Manchester United target five summer signings as Carrick prioritises midfield reinforcements
Manchester United are pursuing up to five new signings this summer, with Atalanta midfielder Ederson already agreed for an initial £35 million. Targets in midfield and at left-back are being explored, though manager Michael Carrick insists the club's academy pipeline must remain open.
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North American transit operators face defining test as 2026 World Cup approaches
With 104 matches across 16 cities in the US, Mexico and Canada, rail and bus operators are scrambling to meet unprecedented demand — and prove that North American public transit can handle soccer's biggest stage.
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Manchester United target Pierre Kalulu as Juventus contract talks complicate £35m move
Manchester United are monitoring Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu, valued at around £35 million, with Italian reports claiming the club could disrupt the Serie A side's efforts to extend his contract beyond 2029.
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Embolo stranded in Switzerland as Esta dispute delays World Cup travel to US
Breel Embolo visited the US Embassy in Bern on Wednesday to apply for an emergency visa after an Esta complication prevented the Switzerland striker from joining his teammates on their flight to California for their pre-World Cup training camp.
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Konate opens up on depression after losing Jota and his father within months
Ibrahima Konate has spoken candidly about battling depression following the deaths of Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota and his father Hamady, describing a year of profound grief that visibly affected his form and left him unsure whether to continue playing.
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Manchester United target Pierre Kalulu in potential £35m Juventus hijack
Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a move for Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu this summer, potentially disrupting the Italian club's contract renewal talks with the French international, who is valued at around £35 million.
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Pickford targets World Cup glory and 100 England caps as third tournament looms
Jordan Pickford, 32, heads into his third World Cup as England's undisputed No.1 with 82 caps to his name. The Everton goalkeeper says Thomas Tuchel has driven him to raise his standards further and insists England are closer than ever to ending their trophy drought.
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Pickford backs himself to take penalties as Tuchel urges England to write new chapter
Jordan Pickford has revealed Thomas Tuchel delivered a chapter-by-chapter vision for England's World Cup campaign at their Florida training base, while the goalkeeper confirmed he would volunteer to take a penalty in a shoot-out if called upon.
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Arsenal lead Morgan Rogers pursuit but face fierce competition from United and PSG
Arsenal believe they are best placed to sign Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers this summer, with Mikel Arteta identifying the England midfielder as a priority target. However, Manchester United, PSG, Bayern Munich and Chelsea are all expected to compete for his signature.
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