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Former Real Madrid Striker Reveals Why the Club Does Not Need to Buy a Striker

Real Madrid continue to be linked with new signings, with Xabi Alonso wanting to make his stamp on the squad. One area they are looking to strengthen is at the striker position, specifically a backup to Kylian Mbappe.

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No Squad ‘Revolution’ At Inter Milan This Summer – Only One Big Name Could Depart

There will be no transfer “revolutions” at Inter Milan, with Hakan Calhanoglu the only big name likely to leave. This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / July 3

Celtic season ticket demand far exceeds supply, so increase capacity

Celtic’s season ticket sell out shows we are the biggest club in the country, and once again asks the question: Is it viable to increase the capacity? We’ve often been accused of being a support ‘tired of winning’ which is quite frankly laughable, and we now have full proof to debunk that theory, not that we needed it in the first place.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 3

Revealed – Why Inter Milan Still Have Not Officially Announced Signing Of France U21 Star

Inter Milan have yet to officially announced the signing of Ange-Yoan Bonny due to a couple paperwork issues. This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

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Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / July 3

Diogo Jota killed in car crash in Spain

Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota has died in a car crash, according to reports from Spain. Just before 9am GMT on Thursday morning, Marca reported that the 28-year-old and his brother Andre were killed when the vehicle in which they were travelling went off the road and caught fire.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 3

Report – Inter Milan Star With €25M Release Clause Changes Agent To Jorge Mendes

Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries has changed his agent to Jorge Mendes. This according to Italian transfer journalist Orzio Accomando. He reports in a tweet that there are no offers for the Dutchman, but that his situation is “one to monitor” particularly considering his release clause.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Patrick Vieira wants to sign several Arsenal players this summer

Genoa manager Patrick Vieira is reportedly looking to work with several Arsenal players next season as he aims to significantly improve his team’s performance compared to the previous campaign.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / July 3

Juventus & PSG disagree on Kolo Muani transfer formula

Juventus are hoping to keep Randal Kolo Muani for the new campaign, but they have been unable to reach an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain. The Bianconeri signed the Frenchman in January on a dry loan until the end of the season.

Leeds United News / Sunderland on SI / July 3

Sunderland Fans Troll Leeds United After Yet Another Transfer Window Win

Sunderland are about to secure a Leeds United target, and the Black Cats fans didn't let the opportunity to show it off pass. The Lads' board have been quite active and haven't lost time during the current transfer window.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / July 3

'It made me really want to take the jump to be here,' Greg Taylor

The left-back’s move to Thessaloniki on a free transfer was made official on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of his trophy-laden six-year spell at the Scottish champions.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 3

Inter Milan Lower Calhanoglu Asking Price To €30M – Atalanta & Stuttgart Stars Top Replacement Shortlist Over Lazio & Sporting CP Players

Inter Milan have lowered their asking price to Hakan Calhanoglu to €30 million, with Ederson and Angelo Stiller at the top of their shortlist of replacements.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 3

Serie A transfers: Three clubs target Esposito, Como want two centre-backs

Cagliari and Parma have inquired about Inter striker Sebastiano Esposito, who remains a concrete target for Fiorentina, while Celta Vigo’s Carl Starfelt and Milan’s Malick Thiaw are among Como’s priorities in defence.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / July 3

John Wenham says Thomas Frank has a decision to make on Tottenham youngster this summer

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank will decide whether to keep Will Lankshear in his squad or send him out on loan after the pre-season tour In the next couple of weeks, Tottenham Hotspur players are due to arrive back at Hotspur Way to begin preparations for next season.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / July 3

From Italy: INEOS now strongly considering Jadon Sancho swap deal that’d see ‘decisive playmaker’ join United

Of Manchester United’s outcast attacking quartet, Jadon Sancho looks to be the closest to leaving. While Antony, Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford await concrete approaches from their suitors in the next month, Sancho has been in talks with Juventus in hopes of plying his trade over in Serie A from 2025/2026.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Arsenal continues to monitor former Premier League flop and could make an approach

Arsenal have continued to monitor attacking options as they begin to confirm new signings in this transfer window. After a quiet start to the summer, the Gunners have now taken several steps to strengthen their squad ahead of the new campaign.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 3

ESPN commentator says Liverpool would instigate ‘riots’ if they can pull off ‘long shot’ signing

One well-known football commentator isn’t ruling out the possibility of Liverpool pulling off a ‘long shot’ signing whose departure would trigger ‘riots’ among fans of his current club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / July 3

PM makes bold Hillsborough Law promise after backlash from Liverpool MPs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to introduce a Hillsborough Law with a legal duty of candour after fierce criticism from Liverpool MPs who feared the bill would be weakened.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 3

Tottenham weighing up move for 'unbelievable' defender with 10 assists last season

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly weighing up a potential move for the Fulham defender Antonee Robinson. The 27-year-old has established himself as one of the best left-backs in the Premier League, and he was outstanding for Fulham last season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Manchester United gives up beating Arsenal to sign goal machine

Manchester United are one of the clubs challenging Arsenal for the signature of Viktor Gyökeres in this transfer window. The Swedish forward is expected to leave Sporting Club before the window closes and is actively seeking a move.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / July 3

Liverpool could sign defensive powerhouse for less than his release clause; he’s open to a move

Amid ongoing links with Marc Guehi, Liverpool are also reportedly interested in another centre-back from outside the Premier League. Having already made

Soccer News / PSG Talk / July 3

Liverpool Still Hope to Extend PSG, Real Madrid Target Who Was Offered to Barcelona

Football Insider reported on Wednesday, citing sources, that Liverpool have not given up hope of convincing Konaté to sign a new contract. The report claims the French defender has already rejected the club’s first extension offer, and there are growing fears he could leave as a free agent in 2026—just like Trent Alexander-Arnold might.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 3

INEOS have just found out how much they’ll have to pay for 111 G/A Premier League talisman — as Hojlund nears exit

Aston Villa have outlined their demands for Ollie Watkins amid growing interest from Manchester United. This week, the Red Devils have been heavily linked

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 3

Report: Tottenham ‘interested’ in 22-year-old generational talent, would require club-record fee

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba during the summer transfer window. According to a report from footmercato, Tottenham are ‘interested’ in the player and they will have to pay a club record fee of €90 million.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 3

‘More likely than not’: Whitwell drops transfer bombshell over Ten Hag signing who’s seemingly played his last Utd game

Manchester United are yet to sanction any outgoings in the summer window thus far, which may cause complications when they look to bolster Ruben Amorim’s ranks in the coming weeks.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 3

'Done and dusted' – David Ornstein calls Chelsea done deal despite latest developments

The Athletic’s transfer expert David Ornstein has said that one Chelsea transfer deal is done and dusted this week. Chelsea beat Benfica in the first set of knockout rounds in the Club World Cup on Saturday night, but it was far from easy and also, very far from drama!

Borussia Monchengladbach News / Field Level Media / July 2

Shorthanded Toronto FC takes aim at New York City FC

Toronto FC will look to register points in three straight matches when they travel to New York for a midweek clash with their Eastern Conference rival New York City FC on Thursday.

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 2