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Rodri, Barcola and Fernandez among eight deals that could reshape the Premier League before September 1
With £2.14 billion already spent and two weeks left in the summer window, several blockbuster moves remain unresolved across the Premier League's biggest clubs, including Rodri's return to Barcelona and Bradley Barcola's potential move to Liverpool.
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Favard repeats racist comment targeting former Marseille defender Hiroki Sakai
Former L'Équipe du Soir pundit Gilles Favard posted a racist anti-Asian comment about Hiroki Sakai in response to news of the Japanese defender resuming his studies, reusing an insult he had already directed at the ex-Marseille player in 2016.
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Man United forced to alter third kit for Champions League to satisfy UEFA logo rules
Manchester United must modify their new third strip before using it in the Champions League, after UEFA ruled that sponsor logos must remain consistent across all of a club's kits in the competition.
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Cejudo questions Garry's title future after friendly UFC 330 loss to Makhachev
Henry Cejudo has cast doubt on Ian Machado Garry ever receiving another UFC welterweight title shot, criticising the Irishman's passive demeanour and apparent friendliness toward champion Islam Makhachev during Saturday's main event at UFC 330.
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Ex-United coach Meulensteen warns Carrick that Champions League workload could expose squad limits
Rene Meulensteen, formerly Sir Alex Ferguson's No.1 at Old Trafford, believes Michael Carrick's squad lacks the depth to handle the jump from once-a-week fixtures to a full European schedule, and warns defensive inconsistency remains an urgent problem.
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Premier League to publish weekly VAR verdicts and referee audio in transparency overhaul
The Premier League has confirmed three changes to VAR and refereeing for the 2025-26 season, including weekly public reports from its Key Match Incidents Panel and in-game audio from referee body cameras.
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Simeone confirms Alvarez will miss Atletico clash amid Arsenal transfer interest
Diego Simeone has confirmed Julian Alvarez will not feature in Atletico Madrid's La Liga fixture against Malaga, with the Argentine's future remaining unresolved as Arsenal and Barcelona circle.
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Simeone drops Alvarez for La Liga opener as Barcelona transfer saga drags on
Diego Simeone has confirmed Julian Alvarez will miss Atletico Madrid's La Liga season opener against Malaga on Wednesday, with the Argentine striker still pushing for a move to Barcelona despite the club's insistence he is not for sale.
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Sesko and De Ligt return to training but Mount doubt for United's Hull opener
Benjamin Sesko and Matthijs de Ligt both trained at Carrington on Tuesday ahead of Manchester United's Premier League opener against Hull City, but Mason Mount remains a doubt after missing sessions this week.
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61 goals, three titles: Harry Kane emerges as Ballon d'Or 2026 favourite
With 61 goals in 51 matches and three titles won with Bayern Munich, Harry Kane is designated as the favourite for the Ballon d'Or, whose ceremony will be held in London for the first time on 26 October.
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PNG Chiefs target Joey Manu with tax-free deal as Racing 92 contract nears its end
The PNG Chiefs expansion franchise is pursuing Racing 92 centre Joey Manu ahead of his contract expiry, with GM of Football Michael Chammas confirming the two-time NRL Grand Final winner visited Port Moresby with his family and that tax-free salaries are a key selling point.
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Manchester United's full summer transfer window: every signing and departure confirmed
Manchester United have completed six signings this summer, including Andrey Santos for £48m and Youri Tielemans for £35m, while Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, and Jadon Sancho are among 15 confirmed departures as the window approaches its September 1 deadline.
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116 minutes in one season: Monaco ends Pogba gamble
After just 116 minutes played in one season, AS Monaco and Paul Pogba are heading for a split. For pundit Pierre Ménès, the failure of this comeback attempt came as no surprise.
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Man United face £43m asking price for Tapsoba as Newcastle and Spurs circle
Manchester United have been quoted £43m for Bayer Leverkusen captain Edmond Tapsoba, with Leverkusen open to a sale only at the right price. Newcastle and Tottenham are also tracking the Burkina Faso international, who signed a new deal tying him to Leverkusen until 2031.
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Newcastle's Bergvall pursuit accelerates as 45-day accounting rule clears on August 20
Newcastle United are expected to push hard for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall this week, with a UEFA accounting rule that had complicated the deal set to expire on August 20.
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Erasmus urges Ellis Park crowd to stay silent during Haka ahead of Springboks-All Blacks series opener
Rassie Erasmus has called on Springbok supporters at Ellis Park to respect the All Blacks' Haka in silence before Saturday's first Test in Johannesburg, citing the Cape Town crowd's reception during New Zealand's tour match against the Stormers as the ideal example.
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Luis Enrique and Déhu reunite, teammates at Barcelona in 1999-2000
Before the Trophée des champions between Lens and PSG, Luis Enrique and Frédéric Déhu crossed paths to recall their shared season at FC Barcelona in 1999-2000 under Louis van Gaal.
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Liverpool agree five-year deal with PSG's Mbaye as Barcola pursuit stalls
Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain teenager Ibrahim Mbaye on a five-year deal, according to reports, as their pursuit of PSG team-mate Bradley Barcola hits a stumbling block over the nine-figure fee demanded by the French club.
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Newcastle emerge as rivals to Man Utd for Brighton's Carlos Baleba with window closing
Newcastle United have entered the race for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, complicating Manchester United's long-standing interest. With two weeks left in the window, both clubs are seeking central midfield reinforcements.
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Steiner confirms he has 'no relationship' with Gene Haas after Haas F1 exit
Guenther Steiner has spoken candidly about the collapse of his working relationship with Haas owner Gene Haas, revealing the two men have no contact following his departure at the end of the 2023 season.
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