From around the league
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
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![Enzo Maresca and Manchester City's costly rebuild]()
Enzo Maresca and Manchester City's costly rebuild
Enzo Maresca inherits Manchester City's costly rebuild, with Guardiola's shadow, a £700m spend and uncertainty over key players defining the task.
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![Enzo Maresca says Pep comparisons do not put pressure on him]()
Enzo Maresca says Pep comparisons do not put pressure on him
Enzo Maresca says Pep Guardiola comparisons do not pressure him, reveals two AI masterclasses and points to a Premier League shift.
Monday, 10 August 2026
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![Ayyoub Bouaddi one step from Manchester City move]()
Ayyoub Bouaddi one step from Manchester City move
Manchester City have agreed personal terms with Ayyoub Bouaddi, but Lille talks still need to be completed as the 18-year-old prefers an immediate move.
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![Harry Kane’s 2030 World Cup hopes face doubt]()
Harry Kane’s 2030 World Cup hopes face doubt
Dietmar Hamann says Harry Kane’s 2030 World Cup hopes are a big ask as Bayern Munich continue talks over a new contract.
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![Bara Sapoko Ndiaye Bayern move is done]()
Bara Sapoko Ndiaye Bayern move is done
Bara Sapoko Ndiaye has completed his permanent Bayern move on a five-year deal through June 2031. Announcement is expected at 13:00 CEST.
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![Endrick Aston Villa loan hinges on Real Madrid decision]()
Endrick Aston Villa loan hinges on Real Madrid decision
Aston Villa are exploring a loan move for Endrick, but Real Madrid and the player himself must both green-light any exit, with Roma also in the mix.
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![Elliot Anderson chose Manchester City after late United pitch]()
Elliot Anderson chose Manchester City after late United pitch
Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City for £116m after Ryan Giggs and Phil Bardsley tried to sell him on Manchester United in Portugal.
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![Kylian Mbappe’s return comes with a sponsor shake-up]()
Kylian Mbappe’s return comes with a sponsor shake-up
Kylian Mbappe is back in Real Madrid training, but the sharper story is a reported end to his Nike partnership and a possible new deal with equity attached.
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![Federico Valverde on Mourinho’s early Real Madrid impression]()
Federico Valverde on Mourinho’s early Real Madrid impression
Federico Valverde says Jose Mourinho has been tougher than expected but also very approachable, while praising Bernardo Silva's quick fit at Real Madrid.
Sunday, 9 August 2026
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![Trevoh Chalobah joins Como after Cesc Fabregas sells the move]()
Trevoh Chalobah joins Como after Cesc Fabregas sells the move
Trevoh Chalobah has joined Como from Chelsea in a £30m-plus deal after Cesc Fabregas' pitch, ending his 18-year stay at the club.
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![Lucas Digne's PSG return feels like a reunion, not just another transfer]()
Lucas Digne's PSG return feels like a reunion, not just another transfer
Lucas Digne has rejoined Paris Saint-Germain from Aston Villa on a three-year deal after PSG activated his £8.5m release clause.
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![Endrick transfer news turns into a Premier League tug-of-war]()
Endrick transfer news turns into a Premier League tug-of-war
Endrick’s future is shaped by Premier League interest from Manchester United and Aston Villa, but Real Madrid only want a straight loan.
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![Chelsea vs Johor Darul Ta'zim ends in a 3-3 draw after Delap double]()
Chelsea vs Johor Darul Ta'zim ends in a 3-3 draw after Delap double
Liam Delap scored twice from the penalty spot as Chelsea drew 3-3 with Johor Darul Ta'zim, with seven yellow cards and a late own goal.
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![Rodri saga turns into a credibility fight after Morientes' blast]()
Rodri saga turns into a credibility fight after Morientes' blast
Fernando Morientes says Real Madrid never really wanted Rodri, as Barcelona still need to bridge Manchester City’s £60m asking price.
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![Manchester City find their width again in Seoul]()
Manchester City find their width again in Seoul
Manchester City beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in Seoul as Antoine Semenyo's wing play set up Omar Marmoush for a quick second-half brace.
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![Messi returns with a brace and Hoyos calls it Picasso]()
Messi returns with a brace and Hoyos calls it Picasso
Lionel Messi scored twice and added an assist for Inter Miami against Atletico de San Luis, with Guillermo Hoyos comparing his volley to Picasso.
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![Arda Güler puts Real Madrid’s selection squeeze back in focus]()
Arda Güler puts Real Madrid’s selection squeeze back in focus
Arda Güler starred in Real Madrid’s 2-1 preseason win over Ferencvaros, with 91 touches, 4 shots and 4 chances created.
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![Alvaro Carreras is fighting to stay in Real Madrid's plans]()
Alvaro Carreras is fighting to stay in Real Madrid's plans
Álvaro Carreras has started every pre-season game for Real Madrid, assisted against Fiorentina and is pushing for more under Jose Mourinho.
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![Endrick transfer news: Premier League clubs are already in the mix]()
Endrick transfer news: Premier League clubs are already in the mix
Endrick transfer news: the 20-year-old Brazilian is weighing his future at Real Madrid after talks with Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and
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![Trent Alexander-Arnold gets a fresh Real Madrid chance under Mourinho]()
Trent Alexander-Arnold gets a fresh Real Madrid chance under Mourinho
Trent Alexander-Arnold says Jose Mourinho's intense methods can help him reset at Real Madrid after an injury-hit first season and a summer of change.
