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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.

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Ronald Araujo sets out Barcelona mission for 2025/26 season

Ronald Araujo is ready for the challenge ahead of forcing his way back into thee Barcelona starting line up next season. Hansi Flick enjoyed a superb first season in Catalonia, as the German coach secured a trophy treble, including the La Liga title, Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup.

Soccer News / Football Espana / July 14

Barcelona confirm sale of 21-year-old midfielder

Barcelona and RCD Mallorca have announced the signing of Pablo Torre for Los Bermellones, with the 22-year-old seeking more opportunities away from Camp Nou.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 14

PL rivals quote £100m asking price for Thomas Frank target as Tottenham build on Europa League success

Tottenham Hotspur’s summer business is truly underway after a busy last week. They began the week by announcing the capture of Japanese defensive prospect Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale.

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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.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / July 14

Saul Niguez offered fresh Atletico Madrid exit option

Atletico Madrid midfield star Saul Niguez has been offered a fresh transfer route out of the club this summer. Los Rojiblancos sent the Spain international on a season-long loan for the 2024/25 campaign as he joined La Liga rivals Sevilla.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 14

Vlahovic makes a decision on Milan & Man United interest – Report

Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic has attracted interest from several suitors in Italy and abroad, and this includes Milan and Manchester United. The 25-year-old

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 14

Real Madrid plan immediate sale after Alvaro Carreras’ arrival

Real Madrid are closing in on their third defensive signing of the summer transfer window as Alvaro Carreras prepares to arrive. Benfica have relented in their battle to keep the Spanish left-back after including him in their FIFA Club World Cup squad last month.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / July 14

Official: Lazio Wingback Romano Floriani Mussolini Joins Cremonese

Lazio have announced that Romano Floriani Mussolini has signed for Cremonese on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. The 22-year-old is a Biancocelesti youth product who spent the last two campaigns on loan at Pescara and Juve Stabia, respectively.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / July 14

Hansi Flick confirms brutal Barcelona preseason plan

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick is planning a brutal training regime to get his squad ready for the 2025/26 season. La Blaugrana have benefitted from not playing in the FIFA Club World Cup this summer and his stars should be well rested for the months ahead.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / July 14

Ranieri: ‘I could not do Italy and Roma jobs, wish Gattuso the best’

Claudio Ranieri explains why he had to turn down the Italy job, having just committed himself to Roma. ‘I cannot do two jobs, there would’ve been too many problems with me there.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 14

Opinion: Five Arsenal Players Whose Careers Were Sadly Altered by Injury

After reading recent articles about players whose contracts were ripped up and others unfairly labelled as flops, I thought it would be a good idea to remind ourselves that not every footballer lives out his dream.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Newcastle United ‘Submit Official Bid’ for £65 Million Manchester United and Liverpool Target

Newcastle United had an excellent 2024/25 season, breaking a 56-year trophy drought and finishing in the top five, securing Champions League football. As they prepare for a busier season (and potential departures) they have set out ambitiously in the summer transfer window.

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 / 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.

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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 / Just Arsenal / July 14

‘Here We Go’ Confirmed by Romano: Cristhian Mosquera to Arsenal

Arsenal have secured a verbal agreement to sign highly-rated Spanish defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

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