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Arne Slot Urges Liverpool to Replace €50M-Rated PSG, Real Madrid Target With Crystal Palace Star

Defensa Central reports that Liverpool manager Arne Slot has asked the club to pursue Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi if Konaté joins Real Madrid. Guehi, like Konaté, is under contract until June 2026 and is reportedly not planning to renew.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / July 14

Another Unwanted Defender Is Making Things More Difficult for Chelsea

Chelsea’s defensive clear-out is hitting yet another frustrating roadblock, as L’Équipe reports, via Football Transfers, that Axel Disasi wants to stay in the Premier League despite being deemed surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge.

Olympique Lyonnais News / The Trivela Effect / July 14

Chelsea Defensive Liability Courted by European Giants

Malo Gusto’s time at Chelsea could already be winding down, as L’Équipe reports, via Absolute Chelsea, that Bayern Munich have formally enquired about the French right back’s availability.

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Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / July 14

Celtic Player of the Day – Celtic’s ‘Wild Rover’ Dan Doyle

Possibly the most charismatic of the early Celts, Dan was much loved by the Celtic fans in the 1890s. He was a flamboyant character and one of the men about whom stories accrued, whether they were true or not.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 14

Real Madrid make final transfer call on Ibrahima Konate

Real Madrid are not expected to bring in a new centre back this summer amid links to Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate. Los Blancos were dumped out of the FIFA Club World Cup at the semi final stage following a brutal 4-0 loss to UEFA Champions League winners PSG.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / July 14

La Liga confirm fresh Barcelona fixture change amid weather warning

Barcelona are gearing up for an unusual start to the 2025/26 La Liga season with three successive away games. Hansi Flick is aiming to retain his top-flight crown in 2026 but ongoing issues at the Camp Nou are impacting his plans.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 14

Milinkovic-Savic will reject Leeds United as long as Napoli in running

Negotiations have been very intense in the last few hours between Napoli and Torino for Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, who will rebuff Leeds United as long as he has a chance of joining the Partenopei.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 14

Opinion: Why signing Madueke should not make Arsenal sell Trossard

As Arsenal edges closer to securing the signature of Noni Madueke, speculation has begun to circulate regarding the future of Leandro Trossard. The Belgian international has served the club faithfully since his arrival, consistently delivering strong performances when given the opportunity.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 14

Roma see first official Wesley bid rejected, prepare El Aynaoui offer

Roma have seen an initial €20m plus bonuses offer for Flamengo full-back Wesley rejected, while their bid to RC Lens for Neil El Aynaoui should start at €25m including add-ons.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 14

Embolo latest striker on radar for AC Milan

Milan are interested in Switzerland international and AS Monaco striker Breel Embolo, according to Sky Sport Italia. There had already been suggestions earlier this month from transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano that the forward had been proposed to the Rossoneri.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 14

Celtic must adapt to a quality over quantity strategy

Our transfer strategy has been the focal point of heavy criticism these past few years and most of the claims have some merit. We can’t argue that it’s worked wonders most of the time due to the massive profit it has seen soar into the club’s bank account, but it’s the way that these riches are reinvested that’s the problem.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 14

Report – Cagliari Hoping To Agree Loan Deal For Inter Milan Striker

Cagliari are reportedly hoping to strike a loan deal to sign Inter Milan striker Sebastiano Esposito this summer. This according to Caglairi-based newspaper La Nuova Sardegna, via FCInterNews.

Manchester United News / Football Italia / July 14

Exclusive: Sancho ready to wait for Juventus after direct contact

Contact is intensifying between Juventus and Jadon Sancho, who is eager to wait for the Bianconeri, but well aware they will not pay €25m to Manchester United with his contract situation.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 14

What Arsenal thinks of Jakub Kiwior’s future after agreeing Mosquera deal

Jakub Kiwior may be the player most affected by the imminent arrival of Cristhian Mosquera at Arsenal. The Polish defender currently finds himself at the bottom of the centre-back hierarchy at the Emirates, yet he continues to deliver composed and effective performances whenever called upon.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 14

Opinion: Andrea Berta is beginning to win over the Arsenal fans

Andrea Berta arrived at Arsenal as a highly recommended figure tasked with replacing Edu. It was widely acknowledged that he had significant shoes to fill.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / July 14

Manchester City: The latest news and insights from Manchester City’s summer so far

Manchester City continues to dominate headlines in global football, with the summer of 2025 already shaping up to be one of the club’s most eventful periods in recent memory.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 14

Romano on ‘tense situation’ regarding Tottenham transfer, but target has handed them a huge boost

Tottenham Hotspur continue to pursue a move for Morgan Gibbs-White from Nottingham Forest. Initially, there were reports that they had triggered a £60 million release clause in the contract of the midfielder, and the deal is close to completion.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 14

MLS summer transfers: Could former top U.S. prospect land in L.A.?

Major League Soccer's summer transfer window, the league's most important time for buying and selling players, opens Thursday. It aligns with the European offseason, so more global players are available (and available at good prices) than at any other time of the year.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 14

Joint-highest match rating for Preston goal-scorer highlights solid pre-season start

Liverpool kicked off their summer friendlies with a 3-1 win at Preston, and it was Cody Gakpo who caught the eye most for us in the final third. The Dutch forward was handed a second-half role by Arne Slot and finished with a Sofascore rating of 7.3, joint-highest in the squad alongside Conor Bradley.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 14

Liverpool’s Adidas deal sparks unique commercial kit tactic

Liverpool’s first friendly of the summer may have sparked confusion among fans after an unusual kit and squad number situation – but there’s a reason behind the delay that goes far beyond the pitch.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 14

Fenerbahce & Man Utd set for direct talks as Mourinho eyes reunion with ‘unstoppable’ star

Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen to reunite with his old Manchester United pupil Marcus Rashford. This is shaping up to be a very exciting summer for Turkish clubs, especially Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, who have been very active on the market thus far.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 14

Arne Slot eyes surprise move for Crystal Palace striker: report

Liverpool have reportedly initiated contact with Crystal Palace over the possible signing of Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to Foot Mercato in France.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 14

Three Chelsea stars picked for Team of the Tournament – but Joao Pedro misses on a technicality

Chelsea have won the Club World Cup and return to London in glory. The Blues really swept all before them in the end, bar one wobble against Flamengo. Their relatively easy run to the final convinced us all that they weren’t as good as they had looked – instead they were far better.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Esteemed Kompany / July 14

Rebuilding Manchester City may bring the best out of Pep Guardiola

To say the 24/25 season was a disappointing campaign for Manchester City is an understatement. Pep Guardiola’s side looked like a team that had run out of steam as they struggled their way through the season.