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'Quakes vie to rebound from 'sloppy' effort in clash vs. Sounders

The San Jose Earthquakes and Seattle Sounders both played to draws Wednesday in MLS play. And neither were happy about it. The teams, who are scheduled to meet Saturday in Seattle, both felt they could have done better.

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MLS-best Union out for 'togetherness' vs. Dynamo

Tai Baribo looks to heat up again on Saturday as the Philadelphia Union take a two-match winning streak into Houston to face the Dynamo. Baribo scored his 14th goal of the season in Philadelphia's 2-1 victory over CF Montreal on Wednesday.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 18

Desperate for points, Orlando City and Revolution clash

Both Orlando City and the New England Revolution will attempt to rebound from devastating defeats when they meet on Saturday night in Foxborough, Mass.

Lens News / Last Word On Sports / July 18

Tottenham Receive Timely Boost With ‘Unbelievable Player’ Set to Stay

Tottenham Hotspur endured a troubled 2024/25 campaign before defeating Manchester United in the Europa League final to qualify for the Champions League. Their 17th-place finish in the Premier League resulted in Thomas Frank replacing Ange Postecoglou.

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Lecce News / Football Italia / July 18

Hjulmand warning for Juventus, price will not go below 80m

Sporting CP have warned Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United and anyone else interested that Morten Hjulmand will cost them €80m. There have been numerous reports in Italy that the former Lecce midfielder has been placed at the top of the wish list for the Bianconeri this summer.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 18

New Arsenal signing posts a goodbye message

Noni Madueke has sent a heartfelt message to Chelsea following the completion of his transfer to Arsenal. The winger emerged as a surprise target for the Gunners, who moved swiftly to finalise a deal that bolsters their attacking options ahead of the new season.

Lens News / Football Italia / July 18

Rios crossroads: Roma not prepared to fight Benfica at 30m fee

Roma have not yet put the necessary €30m offer in for Richard Rios, which would’ve done the deal, but Benfica are now prepared to meet the Palmeiras asking price and seal it.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / July 18

Inter mission is Lookman within 10 days, but no saga

Inter intend to proceed in the Ademola Lookman talks, but do not expect a Teun Koopmeiners style saga, because they want it all done and dusted with Atalanta in 10 days.

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / July 18

Report – Inter Milan Contact Agent Of Juventus & Argentina Star

Inter Milan have made contact with the agent of Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez. This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInteNews. They report that signing the 27-year-old would require a fee of around €20 million plus add-ons.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 18

Arsenal wants another RB Leipzig star but faces competition from rival

Arsenal remain interested in Xavi Simons, a player they have tracked for over a year. Their admiration for the Dutch midfielder dates back to the previous summer, when numerous reports linked the Gunners with a potential move before he returned to RB Leipzig on an initial loan deal.

MLS transactions roundup: Rapids waive F Kevin Cabral

The Colorado Rapids waived French forward Kevin Cabral on Friday, opening a Designated Player roster spot. Cabral, 26, tallied seven goals and four assists in 68 MLS matches since joining the Rapids in 2023.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 18

Arsenal Could Offer Palace a Player in deal to land Eze this summer

Letting Leandro Trossard go to sign Eberechi Eze would not be the worst idea. Yes, parting ways with the Belgian would mean Mikel Arteta loses a reliable attacking option, one who has consistently contributed key goals.

Villarreal News / Last Word On Sports / July 18

Man United Eye £120k-a-Week Attacker After ‘Flashes of Brilliance’

Manchester United have endured a severe downward spiral in recent years, plagued by poor player recruitment and ownership issues. They finished a dismal 15th in the league, collecting just 42 points, a return that has left the Old Trafford faithful furious and demanding change.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 18

Sources: Club chief 'personally conducting the negotiations' over £55m Tottenham transfer

Richarlison’s departure from Tottenham remains one of the most notable developments of this summer’s transfer window. Many clubs are keen on the Brazilian striker, who has failed to meet expectations due to poor performance and injuries.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 18

Exclusive says Chelsea 'held new talks with player’s agent' this week after attempts to sign him last summer

Chelsea are well into the selling phase of their summer, with a number of players seemingly on the verge of confirming their move away from the club. A lot of incoming business has already been done – but that doesn’t mean it’s game over just yet.

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Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / July 18

Manchester City may be in the market for a keeper as Galatasaray move to sign Ederson

Earlier this week, it seemed that the possibility of Ederson leaving Manchester City for Galatasaray was very real. Turkish journalist Yağız Sabuncuoğlu reported that Galatasaray was interested in signing Manchester City’s number-one keeper this summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 18

Opinion: Will Arsenal make anything from Reiss Nelson this summer?

Andrea Berta has rightly received plenty of credit for his recruitment policy. Arsenal’s new Director of Football prefers to assess a shortlist thoroughly and gather as much detail as possible before moving.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / July 18

Tottenham could Daniel Levy can make a surprise loan swoop for England international; West Ham also keen

We know Daniel Levy to make some surprising deals, and the 63-year-old club chairman could be cooking again as Tottenham Hotspur could be set to make one of the most unexpected deals of the ongoing summer transfer window as fresh links emerge for the North Londoners to land Manchester City star Jack Grealish on a loan move.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 18

'He’s prepared to' – Fabrizio Romano reveals new update on Chelsea’s interest in Xavi Simons

Chelsea are among the clubs attentive to the situation surrounding RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues haven’t ruled out signing another attacker despite already adding Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens to their ranks.