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Coventry City confirm signing of Ethan Pinnock from Brentford for undisclosed fee
AFP · 2 days ago
Coventry and Crystal Palace both moved on Wednesday to strengthen their defences following opening-day defeats in the Premier League by signing Ethan Pinnock and Axel Disasi, respectively.
Sunderland looking at getting Grealish on loan from Manchester City
Alex Roberts / T · 2 days ago
Sunderland are reportedly working on a deal to bring Manchester City outcast Jack Grealish to the club on a season-long loan.
UEFA set to lift threat of FIFA boycott as Italy withdraws support for Infantino
Reuters · 2 days ago
UEFA is set to drop its threat to boycott FIFA tournaments after receiving assurances that plans to sell stakes in the World Cup and other major competitions will not be revived, sources aware of the discussions told Reuters on Wednesday, as Italy withdrew support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
Flashscore sources: Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso open to signing Emi Martinez
Dean Jones · 2 days ago
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has shown a genuine openness to signing Emi Martinez, according to Flashscore sources.
Flick indicates Barcelona may not sign another striker as Atleti resist Alvarez sale
AFP · 2 days ago
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick indicated Wednesday that the club may end the summer transfer window without signing a new striker if they fail in their bid to lure Argentinian star Julian Alvarez from rivals Atletico Madrid.
From game show to Champions League: The remarkable rise of Valdas Dambrauskas
Šimon Votava / E · 2 days ago
Azerbaijan will have a representative in the Champions League. After a dramatic journey through the qualifying rounds, Sabah Baku have reached the main phase for the first time in their history, and head coach Valdas Dambrauskas has a particularly interesting story. He got the funds to kickstart his coaching career - which has now taken him all the way to Europe's top competition - by winning the Lithuanian version of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?'.
Brandon Thomas-Asante hails Caleb Yirenkyi as 'modern N’Golo Kante'
Owuraku Ampofo · 2 days ago
Brandon Thomas-Asante has described Ghana teammate and Coventry City colleague Caleb Yirenkyi as the 'modern N’Golo Kante', praising the midfielder’s quiet confidence and character following his impressive start to life in England.
Barca boss Laporta reiterates desire to sign Alvarez, piles pressure on Atleti to sell
César Suárez · 2 days ago
Joan Laporta, president of Barcelona, has reiterated his club's interest in signing Julian Alvarez. He did so in a conciliatory tone towards Atletico Madrid, but clarified how the negotiations have gone and assured that if they are persisting in their pursuit, it's because they have information that the Colchoneros are negotiating his transfer with other clubs.
Former Manchester City star Raheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving
Reuters · 2 days ago
Former England winger Raheem Sterling has been charged with dangerous driving and possessing nitrous oxide for wrongful inhalation following a motorway crash in May, Hampshire Police said on Wednesday.
Benfica sign Portugal international Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich
AFP · 2 days ago
Portuguese side Benfica signed Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich on Wednesday for a fee which could rise to €19 million.
Manchester City complete signing of Morocco teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille
Ali Pollock · 2 days ago
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of highly-rated Lille youngster and World Cup breakout star Ayyoub Bouaddi for a reported fee of 100 million euros (£85.5m), including potential add-ons.
Gianni Infantino has no future at FIFA, insists European Leagues President
Reuters · 2 days ago
Gianni Infantino cannot have a future at FIFA, European Leagues President Claudius Schafer said, stressing the importance of reforming world soccer's governing body and the responsibilities of its president.
Esteban Lepaul: The Ligue 1 sniper who overcame tragedy and has PSG in his crosshairs
Antonio Moschell · 2 days ago
Last season's top scorer in Ligue 1, Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul, has started the new campaign in his favourite way: by scoring against the league’s dominant force. After rising to prominence following a great personal loss, he now aims to climb even higher in France, and beyond.
CAF and host nations review readiness for AFCON 2027 in East Africa
Dennis Mabuka · 2 days ago
Kenya has continued to reaffirm its readiness and commitment to successfully deliver its obligations as a host nation for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, as preparations for the continental showpiece gathers momentum.
Former Bayern Munich stars part of investment group buying majority stake in Estrela
Reuters · 2 days ago
A quartet of former Bayern Munich players including German World Cup winners Thomas Muller and Mats Hummels are part of an investment group which has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Estrela da Amadora, the Portuguese club said.
Famous Tottenham player and former Danish international convicted in tax haven case
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 days ago
Former Danish national team player and Tottenham ace Allan Lund Nielsen has been convicted in a tax haven case stemming from the 2016 Panama Papers scandal. This is reported by Denmarks Radio, which has gained access to the judgment from the Copenhagen City Court.
RB Leipzig confirm re-signing of Christopher Nkunku on loan from AC Milan
Reuters · 2 days ago
RB Leipzig have signed French forward Christopher Nkunku from AC Milan on loan with an option to buy, the Bundesliga club said on Tuesday.
Folarin Balogun wants out of Monaco - but who's going to make a move for him?
Dean Jones · 2 days ago
Folarin Balogun's future has become one of the more intriguing situations to watch as the transfer window enters its final days, with the Monaco striker keen on a new challenge but still waiting for a club to make a serious move for him.
South Africans still in UEFA club competitions after defender advances in Champions League
Nick Said · 2 days ago
South Africa will have at least one representative in the UEFA Champions League league phase this season after Azerbaijani side Sabah secured dramatic passage to the competition proper, but several other players could also get a chance.
Sabah come from behind to defeat Hapoel Be'er Sheva and qualify for Champions League proper
Feargal Brennan · 2 days ago
Sabah Baku secured a place in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) main draw for the first time in their history as a stunning 5-2 play-off second-leg win over Hapoel Be’er Sheva saw them edge through 6-4 on aggregate.
