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Transfers News
Here we go! Romano: Tielemans to MU as United activate €41m release clause
Here we go! Youri Tielemans to Manchester United is done.
OFFICIAL: Man Utd sign Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos for an overall fee of £50 million
OFFICIAL: Manchester United sign Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos for an overall fee of £50 million plus a 10% sell-on clause
Here We Go! Romano: Digne returns to PSG for a transfer fee below €10 million
Here We Go! Romano: Digne returns to PSG for a transfer fee below €10 million
Romano: Manchester United send formal confirmation to Atalanta about Éderson deal OFF
Éderson won’t join Manchester United for the deal is OFF now.
Roma reject 33M bid for World Cup star Kone as Liverpool and Man Utd watch closely
Roma have reportedly rejected an approach to sign France midfielder Manu Kone this summer.
Here we go! Romano: Francisco Trincão to Al Ahli with $45m fixed fee and $5m add-ons
Francisco Trincão to Al Ahli with $45m fixed fee and $5m add-ons.
Here we go! Romano: Maxime Estève to RB Leipzig on €32m package deal
Maxime Estève to RB Leipzig, here we go!
Here We Go! Romano: Trossard will join Besiktas with immediate effect
According to Romano, Arsenal winger Trossard will join Besiktas from Arsenal.
Here We Go! Romano: Greenwood will join Fenerbahce from Marseille
According to Romano, English winger Mason Greenwood will join Fenerbahce from Marseille. He signed a 4-year contract with the Turkish club.
OFFICIAL: 57-year-old Bilic appointed Croatia head coach
OFFICIAL: 57-year-old Bilic appointed Croatia head coach
Here we back! Romano: Khalaili fails medical, €25 million transfer to Inter collapses
According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Khalaili failed his medical examination, calling off his transfer to Inter Milan. Inter president Marotta has also confirmed the news. Earlier reports stated the transfer fee stood at €25 million plus add-ons.
Andrey Santos completes Man Utd transfer from Chelsea
Andrey Santos believes Michael Carrick is the perfect coach to help him take the next step of his career after completing his move to Manchester United on Monday.
Di Marzio: Inter will only sell Pavard; Stones is a potential replacement
On July 13rd, transfer journalist Di Marzio reported that Inter will only consider selling Pavard this summer and will no longer consider loaning out the French star.
OFFICIIAL: Roma extend Dybala’s contract until 2027
OFfICIAL: Roma extend Dybala’s contract until 2027
Stats Borad
World Cup averages 2.92 goals per game, the highest since 1970
According to FIFA's official statistics, the average goals per game at this FIFA World Cup is the highest since 1970.
Messi accounts for both instances of forwards walking more than 5km in a World Cup match
According to Opta statistics, at this FIFA World Cup, there have been only two instances of a forward walking more than 5 kilometers in a single match, and both were by Messi.
These Things Happen
Argentina's media are convinced Bellingham is INJURED as new footage emerges
The Argentinian press are speculating that Jude Bellingham may be carrying an injury ahead of Wednesday night's World Cup semi-final against Lionel Messi and Co.
US referee Elfath to officiate England vs. Argentina World Cup semifinal
On July 13rd, FIFA officially announced the referee assignments for the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final match between England and Argentina. American referee Ismail Elfath will be the main referee.
Reporter: Mbappe has not taken salary or bonuses from the national team since 2018
ESPN journalist Jose Ramon Fernandez revealed a little-known side of Mbappe, stating that Mbappe has not received any salary from the national team since 2018 and has donated all his bonuses to charities.
Tielemans to Utd: Belgium midfielder from Aston Villa brings passing class and much more for Carrick
Youri Tielemans has already made his mark on English football having scored one of the great FA Cup winning goals for Leicester City. His volley set Aston Villa on their way to European glory in May too. Maybe the best is still to come for him at Manchester United.
Newcastle set to lose Switzerland WC hero & becoming 10th player to turn Magpies down in 2 years
Newcastle believe they are set to miss out on the signing of Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi to Aston Villa.
Man Utd news: Midfield plan emerges as 'contact made' with £38m star after transfer collapse
Michael Carrick will be hoping he can continue to get a tune out of his Manchester United players as the new Premier League season approaches. But the club have made fans wait for transfer confirmations this summer.
Mbappe 'not intimidating' to Spain defender Cubarsi ahead of World Cup semis
Spain defender Pau Cubarsi insists he is not intimidated by Kylian Mbappe, but is wary of the threat he poses.
Man Utd news: Ederson deal with Atalanta not proceeding at current price due to issues with medical
Manchester United are not ruling out signing Ederson this summer despite a breakdown in the deal over a medical issue.
Amorim targets FOURTH Man Utd player as AC Milan aim to steal away defender this summer
AC Milan boss Ruben Amorim has reportedly set his sights on Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui.
Andrey Santos: Man Utd complete £50m signing of Brazil international midfielder from Chelsea
Man Utd have completed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £50m.
What They Say
Oyarzabal: Real Sociedad is home; I'm happy here and not thinking about coaching
In a recent interview, Spanish attacker Oyarzabal discussed the upcoming World Cup semi-finals and his own situation.
Kounde: France cannot afford to chase Spain for 90 minutes
Jules Kounde believes France "can't spend 90 minutes chasing the ball" if they are to beat Spain in their World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
Barcelona's offer for Alvarez can expire, reveals Laporta
Barcelona president Joan Laporta revealed their offer for Julian Alvarez "is not unlimited" and they could pull out of negotiations.
France 'don't have any French players', claims Spain's former prime minister in racist attack
France has been given added motivation to beat Spain in their World Cup semi-final after a racist attack by a former Spanish prime minister, who implied none of the team are French because so many are people of colour.
'Eager' Elliott will get his chance at Liverpool, says Iraola
Andoni Iraola insisted Harvey Elliott will be given the opportunity to fight for his place at Liverpool after a difficult loan spell with Aston Villa last season.
Alonso: I am in my prime; last season was the year I played the most
Celta de Vigo previously announced a two-year contract extension with their defender, Alonso.
Fixture of the Day
World Cup Semi-Final
France vs Spain 2026/07/14 19:00 UTC