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Given his potential James McAtee has no shortage of options to pursue this summer

At some point this summer it is expected that James McAtee will leave Manchester City. It is seemingly just a matter of which club will sign the talented young playmaker.

Bologna News / Football Italia / July 9

Signori passes on Baggio advice to Immobile and Bernardeschi

Beppe Signori recalls Roberto Baggio’s advice, with Ciro Immobile and Federico Bernardeschi set to join Bologna: ‘It’s the ideal place.’ Signori moved to the Stadio Dall’Ara in 1998 to replace Baggio who had spent one season at the club before joining Inter.

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Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / July 9

Report – Inter Milan Could Still Lose France Superstar After Release Clause Expired

Inter Milan may not have weathered the storm, as Marcus Thuram could still quit Serie A despite his release clause having expired. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, Ticus’ departure is still a possibility.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 9

Timothy Weah close to making a decision after snubbing Nottingham Forest

Timothy Weah is edging closer to a transfer to Olympique Marseille, as Juventus have made it clear that he is no longer part of their future plans. The American winger has struggled to secure consistent playing time, particularly since the arrival of Igor Tudor, and his situation in Turin has prompted the club to seek a suitable exit strategy.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 9

Luis Enrique: ‘Devastated’ Donnarumma called Musiala after injury

PSG coach Luis Enrique says Gianluigi Donnarumma is ‘devastated’ after Jamal Musiala’s injury: ‘He reached out to him, there was no malice.’ PSG coach Luis Enrique defends Italy captain Gigio Donnarumma following a shocking injury to Bayern Munich star Musiala.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 9

New Inter Milan Boss Growing Confident About Keeping Turkey Megastar Despite Galatasaray Interest

Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu remains confident Hakan Calhanoglu will stay at San Siro despite growing interest from Galatasaray. Per Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, optimism is growing around the San Siro camp despite ongoing talks with the Turks.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 9

Report – Portuguese Super Agent Offers Inter Milan Star Wingback To Barcelona & Manchester City

Super agent Jorge Mendes has reportedly offered Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries to Barcelona and Man City. Per Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Mendes is working on finding the Dutchman a new club away from Serie A.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 9

Diogo Jota tifo raised in Iraq as stadium joins global tributes

The memory of Diogo Jota continues to resonate far beyond Liverpool, as a powerful tribute from fans of Zakho SC in Iraq captured global attention. During

RB Leipzig News / SempreInter.com / July 9

Report – Inter Milan Consider Audacious Swoop For Chelsea Flop To Replace Exit-Bound Iran Striker

Inter Milan have reportedly joined the race for Chelsea flop Cristopher Nkunku amid talks Mehdi Taremi could leave Serie A. Per Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the French forward is the latest name on Beppe Marotta’s shortlist to reinforce the attack.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 9

Sky: ‘Outstanding’ star with ‘immense potential’ has just been added to Utd’s shortlist after stellar PL campaign

Manchester United are among a quartet of Premier League clubs sizing up a move for Southampton starlet Tyler Dibling. Indeed, the Red Devils have joined

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 9

Manchester City makes contact with Arsenal target to hijack move

Manchester City have reportedly joined the race to sign Rodrygo, as they look to challenge Arsenal for the Brazilian forward’s signature during the current transfer window.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 9

Mental health professionals discuss ‘unique challenge’ for Liverpool players after Jota’s death

The 2025/26 season will present an altogether different kind of psychological challenge for Liverpool after the tragic death of Diogo Jota. July is ordinarily a time for players to reconvene on the training pitch with smiles on their faces amid a genuine excitement at reuniting and looking ahead to the new campaign.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 9

How much time does Zubimendi need to start showing his qualities at Arsenal?

Martin Zubimendi has finalised his long-anticipated transfer from Real Sociedad to Arsenal, and the midfielder is fully aware of the responsibility that now rests on his shoulders.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / July 9

Insider deals untimely blow to INEOS as Bayern ‘start talks’ with concrete Man Utd target after Musiala injury

Bayern Munich have been forced to rethink their transfer plans in the aftermath of Jamal Musiala’s gutting injury setback. The German starlet is now poised to miss the best part of next season after a collision with Gianluigi Donnarumma during Saturday’s Club World Cup quarter-final resulted in him suffering a broken leg and dislocated ankle.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 9

Andrea Berta jets out of London to complete Arsenal’s next transfer

Andrea Berta has reportedly travelled to Portugal for what may prove to be the most critical stage of negotiations between Arsenal and Sporting Club over the transfer of Viktor Gyökeres.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 9

Tottenham set to compete with half of the Premier League for €30m-rated defender

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs keen on signing the Italian defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma. The player is reportedly on the radar of half of the Premier League.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 9

Diogo Jota at the forefront of Pedro Neto’s thoughts after Chelsea reach Club World Cup final

Pedro Neto took a moment to remember Diogo Jota and his family after Chelsea booked their place in the Club World Cup final on Tuesday night. While Liverpool

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 9

Report: Tottenham ‘back in the game’, resume contact to sign English club’s POTY

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Burnley defender Maxime Esteve. The French defender was outstanding in the Championship, and he helped the Clarets secure promotion to the Premier League.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 9

‘Expected to’: Romano shares what he’s now hearing about concrete Man Utd target who’s just ‘incredible’

Fabrizio Romano has provided a welcome update for Manchester United supporters regarding concrete target Hugo Ekitike. It’s only positive if the club actually take heed of it, though, and given how INEOS have approached the window thus far, fans won’t be too optimistic of a deal coming to fruition.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 9

Tottenham defender remains open to a move to AC Milan

Tottenham Hotspur fans are growing tired of the speculation surrounding the future of Cristian Romero. The Argentinean international is held in high regard for both his performances and passion over the years.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 8

LAFC look to climb standings, beginning with visit from Rapids

Los Angeles FC has played just 17 matches this season while all six teams ahead of them in the Western Conference standings have played 20 or 21. Having games in hand leaves LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo believing his team can make a run up the standings.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / July 8

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami seek victory over Revolution

Inter Miami will look to continue to climb the Eastern Conference standings on Wednesday night when they take on the host New England Revolution at Foxborough, Mass.

Timbers standout F Jonathan Rodriguez (knee) out for season

Portland Timbers forward Jonathan Rodriguez will miss the rest of the season after right knee surgery, the team announced Tuesday. The Timbers said Rodriguez underwent a cartilage restoration surgery.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 8

Joao Pedro tallies twice to lead Chelsea into CWC final over Fluminense

Joao Pedro scored a brace against his boyhood club in his first start for his new team, leading Chelsea into the FIFA Club World Cup final with a 2-0 semifinal victory over Fluminense on Tuesday afternoon in East Rutherford, N.J.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 8

Three players on the rise for U.S. Men's National Team

The U.S. Men's National Team finished its packed slate of summer fixtures July 7 with a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Mexico in the Concacaf Gold Cup final. The USMNT that played in the final — indeed, the USMNT that played all summer — was a young, inexperienced group missing virtually all of its key athletes.

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