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Tottenham sign Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free as De Zerbi rebuilds

Tottenham have confirmed the free transfer of Argentine centre-back Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth, making him their second signing of the summer following the arrival of Andy Robertson from Liverpool.

Football Jun 10

Leverkusen snatch Hertha teenager Eichhorn from Liverpool, City and Chelsea

Bayer Leverkusen have secured the signing of 16-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder Kennet Eichhorn, beating Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea to a prospect who had a release clause of around €8-9m.

Football Jun 10

Sale Sharks appoint Jacob Ford as backs transition coach alongside brother George

Sale Sharks have confirmed the appointment of Jacob Ford as backs transition coach, reuniting him with fly-half brother George and attack coach Joe at the club. The hire forms part of a wider overhaul of Sale's player development coaching staff.

Rugby Jun 10

Casemiro set to mentor Ederson in Brazil camp as Man United's £35m deal nears completion

Manchester United have agreed a £35m deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, and departing Casemiro — with just 20 days left on his contract — is poised to ease his successor's transition during their shared time in Brazil's World Cup squad.

Football Jun 10

Junior Kpoku signs permanently with Toulon, closing England's World Cup door

England U20 World Championship winner Junior Kpoku has committed his future to Toulon on a permanent deal, ending any realistic hope Steve Borthwick had of selecting the 20-year-old lock-flanker for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Rugby Jun 10

France's most-capped active player Fickou confirms Racing 92 exit to join Toulon

Gaël Fickou has officially completed his transfer from Racing 92 to Toulon, a year before his contract was due to expire. The 98-cap France centre says a desire to rediscover his passion for the game — and reach his Test century ahead of the World Cup — drove the move.

Rugby Jun 10

Real Madrid sets Camavinga at €50m and opens door to summer exit

Sidelined from José Mourinho's plans, Eduardo Camavinga could leave Real Madrid this summer. Madrid's board has set the French midfielder's price at 50 million euros, with several English clubs interested.

Football Jun 10

Man City set for £4m-£8m windfall as Real Madrid's £130m bid for Alvarez is rejected

Manchester City hold a 10 per cent sell-on clause on any profit from a future Julian Alvarez transfer, leaving them in line for a multi-million pound windfall after Real Madrid's £130m offer was turned down by Atletico Madrid.

Football Jun 10

Lineker names Hall as England's best left-back snubbed from Tuchel's World Cup squad

Gary Lineker has publicly backed Lewis Hall as England's best left-back, criticising Thomas Tuchel for leaving the Newcastle United defender out of his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup in favour of Djed Spence, Tino Livramento and Nico O'Reilly.

Football Jun 10

Leeds open contract talks with Karl Darlow to fend off Manchester United interest

Leeds United have entered negotiations to keep goalkeeper Karl Darlow, 35, whose contract expires at the end of June. Manchester United are among several Premier League clubs monitoring the Wales international as a potential back-up option.

Football Jun 10

Marlie Packer ends nine-year Saracens stay to join London rivals Harlequins

England flanker Marlie Packer has signed with Harlequins after leaving Saracens, where she spent nine years. The two-time World Cup winner and 119-cap Red Roses veteran aims to help Harlequins return to the Premiership Women's Rugby top four.

Rugby Jun 10

Real Madrid's reported interest in Van de Ven sets up £75m Tottenham transfer dilemma

Micky van de Ven has emerged as a Real Madrid transfer target this summer, with Spurs reportedly valuing the Netherlands defender at £75m. The Spanish club are also closing in on Ibrahima Konaté on a free transfer from Liverpool.

Football Jun 10

Emmanuel Petit urges Arsenal to sell £50m Madueke after four-goal debut season

Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has called on Mikel Arteta to offload Noni Madueke this summer, describing the £50m winger as 'not good enough' after he managed just four Premier League goals in his debut season at the club.

Football Jun 10

Everton target Guéla Doué, Strasbourg's breakout right-back this season

According to The Athletic, Everton has been monitoring Ivorian right-back Guéla Doué of Strasbourg for over a year. The 23-year-old has scored 3 goals and provided 8 assists this season. BlueCo, Strasbourg's owner, would be willing to sell if a convincing offer arrives.

Football Jun 10

Fernandes, Baleba and Scott face now-or-never United midfield window as Ederson deal opens race

Manchester United have agreed a £35m deal for Atalanta's Ederson but are pursuing at least one more midfielder this summer. Targets including Mateus Fernandes, Carlos Baleba and Alex Scott may find the door permanently closed if they miss this window.

Football Jun 10

How a season in France and Aaron Smith's Instagram tips forged Exeter's Player of the Year

Scrum-half Stephen Varney, named Players' Player of the Year in his debut season at Exeter, credits a formative year with Vannes in France and childhood idol Aaron Smith for the commanding form that has driven the Chiefs into the Premiership play-offs.

Rugby Jun 10

Chelsea release four academy players as Xabi Alonso era takes shape

Chelsea have confirmed that four academy products — Jimi Tauriainen, Sam Rak-Sakyi, Richard Olise and Brodi Hughes — will leave Stamford Bridge when their contracts expire on June 30, with the club's retained list marking the first squad decisions of the incoming Xabi Alonso era.

Football Jun 10

Vardy rules out Leicester return and confirms he will keep playing into 2026-27

Jamie Vardy has shut down speculation about a sentimental return to Leicester City, saying 'that's gone', while also revealing he has no plans to retire ahead of the 2026-27 season after his contract at Cremonese expires.

Football Jun 10

Anscombe leaves Bayonne after injury-hit season leaves Wales fly-half at career crossroads

Gareth Anscombe has confirmed he will leave Bayonne this summer after a single frustrating season in the Top 14 was derailed by a calf injury, a serious shin wound, and coaching upheaval at the club. The 35-year-old says he remains motivated to play on.

Rugby Jun 10

Everton in talks to extend Gueye's stay while targeting Championship player of the year Hackney

Everton are negotiating a new contract with veteran midfielder Idrissa Gueye, whose current deal expires this month, while also pursuing Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney, named the Championship's player of the year.

Football Jun 10