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Added pressure heaps on INEOS to agree Mbeumo deal as first-choice alternative signs five-year deal at his current club

One of Manchester United’s two Bryan Mbeumo alternatives, Antoine Semenyo, has just signed a new five-year deal with Bournemouth. The in-demand forward had garnered interest from a host of clubs heading into the summer, including United, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Mail: Enzo Maresca linked with signing his former goalkeeper to bring to Chelsea

According to The Daily Mail, Enzo Maresca could look to sign his former goalkeeper to bring to Chelsea this summer. 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!

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 2

Daniel Levy contacts club chief for 'incredible' player, negotiations have started at £50 million

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United, and they have already been in contact with their London rivals. According to a report from GMS, Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has been in contact with David Sullivan regarding a move for the 24-year-old.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 2

‘Verbal agreement close’: Amorim will be on red-alert after hearing the rapid developments on his ex-talisman’s future

Manchester United are poised to miss out on Viktor Gyokeres once and for all amid reports he’s closing in on a move to Arsenal. For several weeks now, the Red Devils have been monitoring Arsenal’s pursuit of the Sweden international in hopes a deal fails to materialise.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 2

Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea are 'not done' in the transfer market this summer

According to transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano last night, Chelsea are not done yet in the transfer market after securing recent new attacker deals. 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!

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 2

'Let’s see' – Fabrizio Romano hints at Chelsea hijacking big Tottenham move this week

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has dropped a little teaser about Chelsea potentially looking to hijack a big Tottenham move 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!

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 2

Chelsea ready for offers over £45m to sell regular first team player this summer

Chelsea are ready to look at offers over £45m to sell one of their regular first team players according to a big report late last night! 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.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 1

Borussia Dortmund edge Monterrey, earn matchup with Real Madrid

Serhou Guirassy scored two early goals and Borussia Dortmund held on to defeat CF Monterrey 2-1 on Tuesday night in Atlanta to reach the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.

Valencia News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Off-Court Report Emerges on Newest Celtics Player

The second apron sometimes forces teams like the Boston Celtics to make difficult decisions. After losing superstar forward Jayson Tatum to an Achilles injury in the playoffs, they decided it was best to cut costs and plan for the future rather than keep their championship core intact.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 1

Transcript: Xabi Alonso’s Press Conference Following Real Madrid vs Juventus In Club World Cup

Real Madrid earned a 1-0 win against Juventus in their latest FIFA Club World Cup round of 16 clash at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on July 1. Gonzalo Garcia (54') scored the solitary goal to send Los Blancos through to the quarter-finals of the competition.

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 1

For Guatemala, Gold Cup semifinal is a historic homecoming

For Guatemala, Gold Cup semifinal against USMNT is a historic homecoming

The Central American nation — ranked 106th in the world, between Comoros and Tanzania — is making its first appearance in the Gold Cup semifinals since 1996.

Guatemala upsets Canada in Gold Cup quarterfinal penalty shootout

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / July 1

'You’re wrong' – Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois issues stanch defence of Club World Cup

There has been significant criticism of the Club World Cup in the last couple of weeks, but this has not been appreciated by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who will be hoping to celebrate winning the tournament later this month.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Wenger admits Arsenal idol has surprised him with his managerial success

Cesc Fabregas is one of the former Arsenal stars making a notable impact as a manager after impressing at Como last season. He took charge following the club’s promotion, with many expecting Como to struggle and potentially return to the Italian second division.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Field Level Media / July 1

Real Madrid edge Juventus 1-0 at Club World Cup; Kylian Mbappe returns

Gonzalo Garcia scored his third goal of the FIFA Club World Cup early in the second half, Kylian Mbappe made his first tournament appearance and Real Madrid reached the quarterfinals with a 1-0 victory over Juventus on Tuesday in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Pundit picks between Gyokeres and Sesko which striker Arsenal should sign

Arsenal remains engaged in discussions with Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres, though the club intends to sign only one of the two forwards. Mikel Arteta’s side is in urgent need of a striker and is determined to complete a signing before the close of the current transfer window.

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Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 1

Report: Tottenham join five-way race to sign 19-G/A French sensation

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs keen on signing the AS Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. According to a report via GFFN, Tottenham are very much in the race for the 23-year-old attacker, and they will face competition from Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City and Nottingham Forest.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 1

Tottenham weighing up move for £30m-rated star who is ‘one of the best’ in his league

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. According to a report from CaughtOffside, Tottenham are monitoring his situation and they are plotting a summer move for the 25-year-old.

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / July 1

Inter Miami needs to prepare for life without Lionel Messi

Messi’s contract with the club will expire at the end of the year, and his future remains up in the air.

The 'Premier League clean-sheet leaders' quiz

Bayern Munich News / Extratime Talk / July 1

Jamal Musiala to Receive Bayern Munich’s Iconic Number 10 Shirt

After the departure of Leroy Sané to Galatasaray, where his contract began at the start of the month, Bayern Munich have announced that Jamal Musiala will take Sané’s iconic number 10, effective as of preseason, after the FIFA Club World Cup.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1

There is a role in the Manchester City squad for two players but they need to be given an opportunity

When assessing how Manchester City fared at the FIFA Club World Cup there are both positives and negatives to take from City’s efforts in the United States.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 1

Bayern Munich continues to watch Arsenal man and is considering an approach

Bayern Munich have not abandoned their interest in Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli, as they continue their efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / July 1

UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Launch: Favourites, Underdogs and Debutants.

The first match of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 kicks off in Switzerland on Wednesday, July 2, and the tournament promises to be filled with shocks and surprises. Everything goes out the window when you’re competing for your country on the big stage – no script can be written.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Esteemed Kompany / July 1

The Manchester City rebuild remains a work in progress which stood out at the Club World Cup

For Manchester City, the FIFA Club World Cup represented the beginning of the 25/26 season. With new signings and new coaches on board, there was a sense of optimism that surrounded Pep Guardiola’s squad for the tournament in the United States.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

Journalist hints at more ‘outstanding’ transfer business to come for Liverpool this summer

Liverpool’s summer transfer business has been described as “outstanding” by one of the country’s most respected football writers. Chief football writer Phil McNulty, via BBC Sport, was asked for his verdict on the Reds’ summer rebuild – and singled Florian Wirtz for special praise.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

'If I’m Liverpool…' – Ben Foster urges Richard Hughes to pull the plug on impending transfer

Ben Foster has implored Liverpool to pull the plug at the proverbial 11th hour on one transfer which looks all but certain to go through. Having spent

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 1

‘I can tell you…’ – Romano advises Liverpool fans to ‘get ready’ as Marc Guehi update shared

Liverpool’s pursuit of Marc Guehi is set to intensify in the coming days, with Fabrizio Romano providing an overnight update on the Crystal Palace defender.