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Waddle questions Van Dijk's place in Liverpool's starting XI under Iraola

Chris Waddle has urged Liverpool to address what he calls the "real issue" at the heart of their defence, questioning whether captain Virgil van Dijk will feature regularly under new head coach Andoni Iraola after the Reds conceded 53 Premier League goals last season.

Football Jul 16

Manchester United target Manu Koné to complete midfield overhaul after Tielemans signing

Manchester United have signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this week, but manager Michael Carrick is now pursuing Roma midfielder Manu Koné — available for around £45m — to add the physical presence his revamped midfield still lacks.

Football Jul 16

Finances « concerning » : OM forced into major squad overhaul this summer

OM sporting director Grégory Lorenzi has publicly acknowledged that the club's financial situation is « concerning » and that several sales or loans are inevitable this summer, following Mason Greenwood's sale to Fenerbahçe for €39 million.

Football Jul 16

Friedkin-Mourinho Cold War Could Hand Endrick to Lyon Over Roma

AS Roma has made Endrick their top priority to strengthen their attack, but the fallout from José Mourinho's January 2024 sacking weakens their bid. Olympique Lyonnais, their direct rival, could capitalize if Real Madrid agrees to loan the Brazilian.

Football Jul 16

Tielemans takes Scholes' No. 18 as Rashford's Barcelona return fades further

Youri Tielemans has chosen the iconic No. 18 shirt at Manchester United after completing his £35m move from Aston Villa, while Marcus Rashford's hopes of a permanent return to Barcelona have dimmed as the club pursues other targets.

Football Jul 16

Lucas Moura reveals Leonardo's last-minute call killed his Manchester United move in 2012

Lucas Moura has disclosed that a late intervention from PSG director of football Leonardo persuaded him to snub Manchester United and move to Paris in 2012, a decision the Brazilian described as "very difficult" after believing the Old Trafford transfer was all but done.

Football Jul 16

Arsenal prioritise Julian Alvarez signing with Gyokeres swap deal explored

Arsenal have made Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez their top transfer target this summer, with reports suggesting the club have explored using Viktor Gyokeres as part of a swap deal to secure the Argentine's signature.

Football Jul 16

Man United target £30m Summerville deal if Rashford departs Old Trafford this summer

Manchester United are monitoring West Ham's Crysencio Summerville as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford, with the Dutch winger available for around £30m following the Hammers' relegation from the Premier League.

Football Jul 15

Saint-Etienne signs Hungarian midfielder Aron Csongvai on four-year deal

AS Saint-Etienne have confirmed the arrival of Aron Csongvai, a 25-year-old defensive midfielder from AIK Stockholm. The Hungarian international has signed a four-year contract, bringing the Greens' summer signings to five.

Football Jul 15

Olise ready to leave Bayern for Real Madrid, record transfer looming

According to Foot Mercato, Michael Olise has signalled his desire to join Real Madrid this summer. Bayern Munich, unwilling to sell, acknowledges that a departure remains possible in the event of an exceptional offer.

Football Jul 15

Man United eye £30m Summerville signing if Rashford exits Old Trafford this summer

Manchester United are monitoring West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville as a £30m replacement for Marcus Rashford, whose preference to leave the club is shaping United's summer transfer plans.

Football Jul 15

Arsenal set to bid for Christos Tzolis after £17m Trossard sale to Besiktas

Arsenal have agreed to sell Leandro Trossard to Besiktas for £17 million, with Club Brugge now bracing for a bid from the Gunners for Greece winger Christos Tzolis, valued at around £30 million.

Football Jul 15

Pablo Pagis leaves Lorient for Paris FC in €15 million transfer

Paris FC is set to sign Pablo Pagis, Lorient's breakout striker, for approximately €15 million excluding bonuses. The 23-year-old, who scored 10 goals in Ligue 1 last season, was also tracked by Lyon, Lens, Strasbourg and Marseille.

Football Jul 15

Yorke urges Man United to keep Chido Obi as Sesko's back-up rather than chase new signing

Dwight Yorke believes Manchester United already have their solution to the Benjamin Sesko back-up problem in academy forward Chido Obi, arguing the club should integrate the youngster into Michael Carrick's squad rather than spend in the transfer market.

Football Jul 15

Thomas Meunier leaves Lille for Sunderland and the Europa League

Out of contract, Belgian right-back Thomas Meunier has signed with Sunderland until 2028, the Premier League's seventh-place finisher last season. The 34-year-old will discover the Europa League with Régis Le Bris's side.

Football Jul 15

Phillips leaves Harlequins for Exeter Chiefs ahead of 2026/27 Premiership Women's season

Wales hooker Carys Phillips has signed for Exeter Chiefs after three seasons at Harlequins, becoming the second Welsh international to join Sandy Park for the upcoming Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.

Rugby Jul 15

Man City ready to hand Bouaddi immediate first-team role in £85m move ahead of Arsenal and United

Manchester City are prepared to integrate 18-year-old Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi straight into Enzo Maresca's first team if they can agree an £85m deal with Lille, with Arsenal and Manchester United also tracking the World Cup quarter-finalist.

Football Jul 15

Aubameyang leaves Marseille for Deportivo La Corogne, second attacking departure of the transfer window

After Mason Greenwood, Olympique de Marseille is parting ways with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. At 37 years old, the Gabonese striker is set to join Deportivo La Corogne, newly promoted to La Liga, for €1.5 million.

Football Jul 15

France exit opens door for United to accelerate £51m Manu Kone pursuit

Manchester United are weighing a move for Roma midfielder Manu Kone, valued at around €60m, after France were knocked out of the World Cup semi-finals. The club has already spent £85m this week on Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans.

Football Jul 15

Man United hold internal talks over £43m Camavinga as Carrick eyes fourth summer signing

Manchester United have internally discussed a move for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, though the France international is said to want to remain at the Bernabéu. United have already signed Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Karl Darlow this summer.

Football Jul 15