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Real Madrid target Hincapie as Martinelli signals openness to Arsenal exit
Real Madrid have made an inquiry to hijack Arsenal's £45m obligation to buy Piero Hincapie, while Gabriel Martinelli is reportedly open to leaving the Emirates this summer as Arsenal weigh up a left-wing signing.
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Tottenham's higher wage offer puts Manchester United under pressure to land Mateus Fernandes
Manchester United face a serious battle to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes this summer, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly offering a larger overall financial package and higher wages to the 21-year-old Portuguese star.
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Retired Premier League linesman Darren Cann joins BBC as World Cup 2026 refereeing analyst
Darren Cann, who retired in April 2025 after a 30-year career that included the 2010 World Cup Final, has joined the BBC as an expert refereeing analyst for World Cup 2026. The former Premier League assistant referee has also called for attackers to be banned from the six-yard box before corners are taken.
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Keane hails Fernandes as world's best passer weeks after public spat with United captain
Roy Keane reversed his recent criticism of Bruno Fernandes at the World Cup, calling the Manchester United captain 'by far the best player in the world' at picking passes in transition after Fernandes set up Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal's 3-0 win over Uzbekistan.
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Djed Spence plays World Cup 2026 with broken jaw after Delap elbow in May
Tottenham and England defender Djed Spence is wearing a custom protective jaw guard at World Cup 2026 after suffering a fractured jaw from a Liam Delap elbow during a Premier League clash with Chelsea in May. Medical staff expect the injury to take three months to heal fully.
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Leeds in positive talks to sign free-agent Harry Wilson from Fulham ahead of Champions League rivals
Leeds United have held 'positive talks' with Fulham winger Harry Wilson, who is set to become a free agent at the end of June. The 29-year-old Wales international scored 10 goals and added seven assists in the Premier League this season, attracting interest from Aston Villa and Everton as well.
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John Terry slams Chelsea for overlooking him as interim manager after Rosenior sacking
John Terry has hit out at Chelsea after the club appointed under-18s coach Calum McFarlane as interim manager for a second time this season, insisting no one at the club was more qualified — or more Chelsea — than him for the short-term role.
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Manchester United and Tottenham eye Sunderland's Brobbey after World Cup brace against Sweden
Brian Brobbey has attracted interest from Manchester United, Tottenham, Chelsea and Aston Villa after scoring twice in the Netherlands' 5-1 demolition of Sweden at the World Cup, adding to a seven-goal Premier League season with Sunderland.
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Mourinho reverses verdict on Schjelderup as Liverpool track Benfica winger at World Cup
Jose Mourinho has dramatically changed his assessment of Andreas Schjelderup after the 22-year-old Norwegian transformed his game at Benfica, with Liverpool, Tottenham, Atletico Madrid, AC Milan and Como all said to be monitoring him.
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Tottenham lead race to sign Mateus Fernandes in £85m deal as United step back
Tottenham Hotspur have held positive talks with relegated West Ham over a prospective £85m move for Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes, offering the 21-year-old a higher wage package than rival suitors Manchester United.
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Atlético block Barcelona move for Álvarez as Gyökeres swap deal with Arsenal takes shape
Atlético Madrid have ruled out selling Julián Álvarez to Barcelona and are pushing a swap-plus-cash structure with Arsenal worth €115-125m, centred on Viktor Gyökeres and a cash payment of up to €60m.
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Real Madrid open door to Tchouameni exit as Manchester United target midfield rebuild
Real Madrid are reportedly willing to sanction Aurelien Tchouameni's departure this summer, handing Manchester United a boost in their pursuit of the France international as they look to overhaul their midfield following Casemiro's exit.
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Gary O'Neil takes charge at Ipswich on three-year deal for Premier League return
Ipswich Town have appointed Gary O'Neil as manager on a three-year contract ahead of their return to the Premier League. The 43-year-old, previously in charge of Strasbourg, Wolves, and Bournemouth, succeeds Kieran McKenna, who left the club earlier this month.
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Arsenal accelerate £100m Rogers pursuit and hold talks over £60m Bouaddi deal
Arsenal are confident of beating Manchester United and Chelsea to Aston Villa playmaker Morgan Rogers, with a fee approaching £100m expected. The Gunners have also held internal discussions over an approach for Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi, valued at around £60m.
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United eye Rashford-Fernandes double play as Tottenham complicate both deals
Manchester United are working to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes but face a potential Tottenham rival bid, while Spurs are also pursuing Marcus Rashford — a dynamic that could give United unexpected leverage in both negotiations.
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Man United drop EFL Trophy and National League Cup to ease academy load after Champions League return
Manchester United have withdrawn from the EFL Trophy and National League Cup to manage their academy players' fixture burden, after the first team's Champions League qualification also brought the under-19s back into the UEFA Youth League for 2026-27.
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Real Madrid open to selling Tchouameni as Manchester United eye midfield overhaul
Real Madrid are willing to let Aurélien Tchouaméni leave the Santiago Bernabéu this summer, giving Manchester United a boost in their pursuit of the France international as they look to rebuild their midfield following Casemiro's departure.
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Manchester United withdraw youth team from two cups to prioritise UEFA Youth League return
Manchester United have pulled their development side out of the EFL Trophy and National League Cup for 2026-27, with the club's Champions League qualification opening the door to UEFA Youth League participation and a sharper focus on individual player development.
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Barnes urges Iraola to avoid Bournemouth raid as Liverpool eye Diomande and Barcola
Liverpool legend John Barnes has warned new manager Andoni Iraola against signing players from his former club Bournemouth, dismissing linked midfielder Alex Scott as unnecessary. The Reds have already secured Victor Munoz for £34m but had an £86m bid for Yan Diomande rejected by RB Leipzig.
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Alvarez's push to leave Atletico could earn Man City up to £7m via sell-on clause
Julian Alvarez has publicly stated he wants to leave Atletico Madrid this summer after Real Madrid submitted a £130m bid. Manchester City, who sold the Argentine in 2024, stand to receive between £4m and £7m through a sell-on clause inserted into the original deal.
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