Transfers
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Donnarumma's agent says Man City reassured goalkeeper despite guilty verdict
Enzo Raiola, agent of Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, has confirmed the club spoke directly with his client following their guilty verdict on 114 financial regulation breaches, insisting nothing will change for the Italian international.
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David Silva ends retirement at 40 to join Hong Kong Premier League side Supreme Sha Tin
David Silva has come out of retirement to sign a short-term contract with newly promoted Hong Kong Premier League club Supreme Sha Tin, three years after a serious knee injury forced him to stop playing at Real Sociedad. The 40-year-old could make his debut as early as October 18.
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Ex-Tottenham and Celtic defender Ramon Vega launches bid to unseat Infantino as FIFA president
Ramon Vega, the former Switzerland international who won the League Cup with Tottenham and a domestic treble with Celtic, has published an 11-page manifesto announcing his candidacy for the FIFA presidency ahead of the March 2027 election.
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Bayern Munich enter race to sign 16-year-old JJ Gabriel as Man United resist exit
Bayern Munich have held talks with JJ Gabriel's family and are described as 'serious' suitors for the Manchester United teenager, though the Bundesliga club are unwilling to meet his seven-figure salary demands. Barcelona and Real Madrid are also in contention for the 16-year-old.
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The agent at the centre of JJ Gabriel's Manchester United exit saga
JJ Gabriel turned 16 this week, allowing the Manchester United wonderkid to sign for a European club. Agent Ali Barat, who brokered Dean Huijsen's move to Real Madrid and Nicolas Jackson's switch to Bayern Munich, is now central to the teenager's future.
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Liverpool in early Mbappe talks as Real Madrid star weighs Premier League move for 2027
Spanish journalist Francois Gallardo claims Liverpool have already contacted Kylian Mbappe's representative Fayza Lamari, with the Real Madrid forward reportedly prioritising a move to Anfield over other Premier League suitors in the summer of 2027.
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Arsenal target RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa in January transfer push
Arsenal are working on a formal offer for RB Leipzig and Norway winger Antonio Nusa, according to reports, as Mikel Arteta seeks attacking reinforcements following a 3-0 defeat to Brighton.
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17-year-old Charlie Holt becomes first City player to leave after 114-charge guilty verdict
Cardiff City have signed Manchester City Under-18 midfielder Charlie Holt, making him the first player to depart the Etihad since City were found guilty of 114 financial breaches last week. The 17-year-old joins Cardiff's Under-21 setup after one season at City.
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Carvajal agrees Getafe move after medical but salary-cap hurdle blocks official signing
Dani Carvajal has completed a medical and reached a personal agreement with Getafe, but the former Real Madrid defender cannot be officially registered until the club clears a LaLiga salary-cap obstacle.
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Scholes demands City titles as Gabriel holds Bayern Munich talks to force United exit
Paul Scholes has called for Manchester City's Premier League titles to be redistributed rather than voided, while 16-year-old forward JJ Gabriel has reportedly held talks with Bayern Munich as he pushes to leave Old Trafford.
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Ballon d'Or 2026: Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane lead according to voting source
According to the X account The Touchline, Lamine Yamal and Harry Kane are the top two contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with the verdict to be announced on October 26 in London. The order between the two players remains unknown.
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Fenerbahçe targets Ethan Mbappé, free in June and coveted by Lille
Out of contract on 30 June with LOSC, Ethan Mbappé has reportedly been offered to Fenerbahçe by intermediary agents. The Turkish club is awaiting reports from its staff before making a move, while Lille attempts to extend the 19-year-old midfielder.
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Wayne Rooney warns Kai of fake friends after son signs Manchester United scholarship
Wayne Rooney has admitted his 16-year-old son Kai may attract people seeking to befriend him purely because of his Manchester United scholarship deal, signed in July. Kai, who turns 17 next month, is currently starring for United's Under-18 side.
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Olise demands release clause at Bayern as Liverpool loan star Nallo returns injured
Michael Olise has reportedly asked Bayern Munich to insert a release clause into a new contract, reviving speculation over a future Liverpool move. Separately, Liverpool youngster Amara Nallo has had his HJK Helsinki loan cut short after picking up an injury.
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Gabriel holds Bayern Munich talks as Scholes demands City titles stripped and medals awarded
Sixteen-year-old Manchester United prodigy JJ Gabriel has held talks with Bayern Munich over a potential departure, while club legend Paul Scholes has publicly called for Manchester City's Premier League titles to be stripped and redistributed following their financial rules conviction.
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Madueke targeted by Atletico and Juventus as Arsenal loan exit looms in January
Noni Madueke, signed from Chelsea for £50m last summer, has attracted interest from Atletico Madrid and Juventus after managing just 27 minutes of Premier League football this season. Any deal is expected to be a loan rather than a permanent transfer.
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PSG pays tribute to Messi's international retirement as fans respond with bitterness
As Lionel Messi plays his final match in an Argentina shirt against Benin, PSG paid tribute to him on social media — a gesture immediately criticized by supporters who have not forgotten his difficult spell in Paris.
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Arda Güler closes in on Real Madrid renewal but contract length remains disputed
Arda Güler has reportedly agreed a new contract with Real Madrid, though sources conflict over whether the deal runs until 2031 or 2032. No official club announcement has confirmed the terms or the salary increase said to accompany the extension.
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Nico Gonzalez 'feels bad' for City players and staff after 114-charge guilty verdict
Former Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez has expressed sympathy for his ex-teammates following the independent panel's ruling that found City guilty on 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges, including arranging 'sham' sponsorship deals worth around £900 million.
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Carvajal leaves Real Madrid for Getafe after passing medical
Free after his contract with Real Madrid ended, Dani Carvajal is set to join Getafe. The club's president, Angel Torres, confirmed that the medical examination has been passed and the agreement between the parties is finalized.
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