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Luis Enrique hails Mika Godts as "a top-level striker" ahead of Rennes trip

On the eve of Ligue 1's opening day against Rennes, Luis Enrique expressed his confidence in summer signing Mika Godts, who arrived from Ajax for €45 million, praising his individual quality and mentality.

Football Aug 22

Wahi returns to Nice on loan with €15 million purchase option

Elye Wahi will rejoin OGC Nice on a one-year loan from Eintracht Frankfurt, with a purchase option valued at €15 million. The Ivorian striker scored 9 goals in 19 matches during his first spell with the Eagles.

Football Aug 22

Real Madrid seal €3m deal for Racing Santander teenager Sergio Martínez

Real Madrid have agreed a €3 million deal to sign Racing de Santander midfielder Sergio Martínez, 19, who scored on his side's return to La Liga this season. The teenager will join Real Madrid Castilla, with the transfer expected to be finalised after this weekend.

Football Aug 22

Paixao scores twice against Strasbourg, OM ready to sell him for €40m

Decisive in OM's crushing 4-0 victory over Strasbourg in Ligue 1's opening match, Igor Paixao could nevertheless leave Marseille before the end of the summer transfer window, with the club having set his price at €40 million.

Football Aug 22

Allegri sets Hojlund 20-goal target at Napoli after £38m move from Manchester United

Massimiliano Allegri has challenged Rasmus Hojlund to reach 20 Serie A goals this season — a mark the Danish striker never hit across two seasons at Manchester United — following his permanent £38m switch to Napoli.

Football Aug 22

Rashford handed No.9 shirt at Man United as Carrick signals key role for returning forward

Marcus Rashford will wear the No.9 shirt at Manchester United this season after returning from a loan spell at Barcelona, with manager Michael Carrick publicly backing the forward ahead of their Premier League opener against Hull.

Football Aug 22

Rashford handed United's No.9 shirt as transfer uncertainty lingers over his future

Manchester United have confirmed Marcus Rashford will wear the No.9 shirt this season after his return to the club, with the number formally submitted to the Premier League. Whether he remains at Old Trafford beyond the summer window is still unresolved.

Football Aug 22

Ardie Savea eyed for cross-code switch to NRL's PNG Chiefs after 2027 World Cup

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea is being linked with a move to NRL expansion side PNG Chiefs once his NZ Rugby contract expires after the 2027 World Cup, with the tax-free salaries on offer adding serious weight to the speculation.

Rugby Aug 22

Saka scores on return and welcomes new team-mate Konsa after Arsenal demolish Coventry 3-0

Bukayo Saka started and scored in Arsenal's 3-0 Premier League win over Coventry, dismissing fitness concerns from a difficult World Cup summer and greeting new signing Ezri Konsa, who watched from the stands after his £51m move from Aston Villa.

Football Aug 22

Keane credits United's recruitment but warns defence remains their biggest weakness

Roy Keane has backed Manchester United's decision to walk away from deals for Mateus Fernandes, Sandro Tonali and Elliot Anderson, but the club legend says the defence is still the major concern heading into the new Premier League season.

Football Aug 22

Wright condemns Arsenal's handling of Martinelli amid growing exit speculation

Ian Wright has publicly criticised Arsenal for leaving Gabriel Martinelli out of two pre-season squads without explanation, saying the Brazilian winger deserves more respect after years of service to the club.

Football Aug 22

Barcelona and Aston Villa target Balogun as Monaco fears another departure

After Maghnes Akliouche's sale to Paris Saint-Germain, AS Monaco could lose a second key striker this summer. Folarin Balogun, who scored 19 goals last season, is in the sights of FC Barcelona and Aston Villa just days before the transfer window closes.

Football Aug 22

Arteta plays down Bruno Guimaraes injury fear ahead of Aston Villa clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that £75m summer signing Bruno Guimaraes faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines, expressing hope the Brazilian will return for Monday's match against Aston Villa after missing the 3-0 win over Coventry with a thigh strain.

Football Aug 22

Genesio savors 4-0 win over Strasbourg but fears three to five more departures at OM

Olympique de Marseille dominated Strasbourg 4-0 in Ligue 1's opening day, with Amine Gouiri scoring twice. But Bruno Genesio warned that the wage bill must still be reduced, and several players could leave the club before the transfer window closes.

Football Aug 22

United target left-back after Baleba deal as Arsenal block Lewis-Skelly exit

Manchester United are closing in on a move for Carlos Baleba and will then turn their attention to signing a left-back as their fifth summer addition. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has ruled out any departure for Myles Lewis-Skelly, ending United's hopes of landing the teenager.

Football Aug 22

Alvarez to Barcelona, Atlético to Arsenal: the transfer going in circles

Atlético Madrid would accept selling Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, but the Argentine refuses to return to England and demands a transfer to FC Barcelona, which the Colchoneros categorically rule out.

Football Aug 22

Parker's brace at Mansfield signals why Man City rejected United and Arsenal bids for 16-year-old

Xavier Parker, 16, scored twice as Manchester City's Under-21s beat Mansfield Town 4-1 in the Vertu Trophy, weeks after committing to a new scholarship deal that rebuffed interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.

Football Aug 22

Carrick backs £160m midfield rebuild as United close in on third signing

Manchester United have spent £85m on Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this summer, with Carlos Baleba of Brighton the next target. Manager Michael Carrick says the club must evolve after Casemiro's departure.

Football Aug 22

Endrick rejects Liverpool move to fight for Real Madrid place under Mourinho

Real Madrid forward Endrick has turned down reported interest from Liverpool, choosing to battle for a starting spot at the Bernabeu under José Mourinho despite fierce competition from Vinicius Junior, Mbappé and £100m signing Yan Diomande.

Football Aug 22

Man United target left-back after Baleba deal as Arteta rules out Lewis-Skelly exit

Manchester United are set to pursue a new left-back once their Carlos Baleba signing is finalised, with Lewis Hall, Jorge Salinas and Alejandro Balde among the targets. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has firmly closed the door on a move for Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Football Aug 22