Chelsea
Saturday, 25 July 2026
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Max Merrick joins Hartlepool United on season-long loan
Max Merrick has joined Hartlepool on a season-long loan after eight years at Chelsea, saying he is ready for the next step.
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Atletico's message to Barcelona is clear on Julian Alvarez
Atletico Madrid have rejected Barcelona's €100 million bid for Julián Alvarez and said even €150 million or €200 million would not change their mind.
Friday, 24 July 2026
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Kerim Alajbegovic transfer race heats up as Chelsea push
Chelsea are being linked with Kerim Alajbegovic as Bayer Leverkusen's valuation rises into the €35m-€40m range, with Atalanta and Serie A rivals also in
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John Stones as Chelsea free agent target, says Gallas
William Gallas has urged Chelsea to sign free agent John Stones, calling the 32-year-old the best option for a young defence.
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Alejandro Garnacho’s Aston Villa move is framed as a reset
Alejandro Garnacho says Aston Villa can help him rediscover his Manchester United form, with David De Gea backing him and Villa’s conditional buy deal
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Chelsea move for Maxence Lacroix is close, but not done yet
Maxence Lacroix is nearing a £52m Chelsea move, with a medical scheduled and Crystal Palace already searching for a replacement.
Thursday, 23 July 2026
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Axel Disasi exit gathers pace as Chelsea weigh up £25m sale
Axel Disasi has not reported for pre-season as Chelsea seek a £25m sale, while Crystal Palace, Roma and AC Milan weigh moves.
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Alejandro Garnacho gives Aston Villa a low-risk reset option
Alejandro Garnacho has joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea after scoring 1 Premier League goal in 24 games last season.
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Alejandro Garnacho joins Aston Villa on a loan built around appearances
Aston Villa have agreed a season-long loan for Alejandro Garnacho with a conditional £43million obligation to buy. Chelsea expect to recoup around £43million.
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John Stones transfer interest puts Arsenal and Chelsea on alert
John Stones is a free agent after leaving Manchester City, with Arsenal and Chelsea both interested. Mikel Arteta's old praise is back in focus.
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Alejandro Garnacho to Aston Villa after Chelsea spell stalls
Alejandro Garnacho is set for Aston Villa after a difficult Chelsea season, with a loan move and obligation to buy in place.
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Monday, 20 July 2026
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Morgan Rogers becomes most expensive British footballer in £117m Chelsea move
Morgan Rogers becomes most expensive British footballer at £117m for Chelsea. Medical completed, six-year contract awaiting signature.
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Maxence Lacroix: Crystal Palace's £55-60 million standoff with Chelsea
Maxence Lacroix transfer: Palace demand £55-60 million, backed by World Cup exposure and contract until 2029. Chelsea pursue but Arsenal competition
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Morgan Rogers Chelsea fee exposes Liverpool's transfer problem
Morgan Rogers' £117m Chelsea move has become the latest flashpoint in Premier League fee inflation, with Liverpool's cautious recruitment model looking
Sunday, 19 July 2026
Saturday, 18 July 2026
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Trevoh Chalobah and Como move into third bid stage
Como are preparing a third offer for Trevoh Chalobah, with Chelsea holding out for €35m and Mirwan Suwarso revealing a pact talk with Inter.
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Emma Hayes turns tactics row into the World Cup’s sharpest viral moment
Emma Hayes’ sharp response to tactics corner criticism is the standout viral World Cup moment, as BBC’s feature also spotlights IShowSpeed and Lineker.
Friday, 17 July 2026
Groups
Group A
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Palmeiras | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Inter Miami | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
 FC Porto | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Al Ahly | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paris Saint Germain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Botafogo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
 Atletico Madrid | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
 Seattle Sounders | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Benfica | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
 Bayern München | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +10 | 6 |
 Boca Juniors | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Auckland City | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -16 | 1 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Flamengo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
 Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
 ES Tunis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 3 |
 Los Angeles FC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
Group E
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Inter | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
 Monterrey | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 5 |
 River Plate | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Urawa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
Group F
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Borussia Dortmund | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 |
 Fluminense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
Group G
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Manchester City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 |
 Juventus | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Al Ain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -10 | 3 |
 Wydad AC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
Group H
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 |
 Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Red Bull Salzburg | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
 CF Pachuca | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |