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Tottenham make enquiry to sign €80m star who achieved feat with impressive World Cup display last achieved by Diego Maradonna

Tottenham have made an enquiry for Como star Martin Baturina, according to the latest transfer update from Italian journalist Matteo Moretto. The highly-rated Croatian playmaker has emerged as a top summer target for North London, but capturing his signature will require navigating a massive financial tug-of-war.

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Arsenal learn staggering Morgan Rogers price tag as Villa stand firm on valuation

Arsenal’s pursuit of Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has become far more complicated, with Villa reportedly placing a huge £130m valuation on the England international.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / June 29

Aston Villa Launch €70m Bid For This Manchester City Star: Why Should They Not Go Ahead?

Unai Emery is not messing about this summer. Spanish outlet Fichajes, as relayed by Match Day centre on X, has dropped a big update, claiming Aston Villa are readying a massive €70 million bid to snatch Tijjani Reijnders away from Manchester City.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / June 29

Sunderland Are In The Mix To Sign This Aston Villa Talent: Should Le Bris Get Him On Board?

In a recent post on X, journalist Joost Blaauwhof mentioned that Sunderland are in the mix to sign Aston Villa midfielder Lamare Bogarde this summer. It has been claimed that the Black Cats are facing competition from Brighton and Hove Albion in the race to land the Dutch talent later this year.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / June 29

Arsenal confident of beating Chelsea to 26-G/A signing after Mikel Arteta’s personal touch

Arsenal are leading the race to sign the Aston Villa playmaker Morgan Rogers this summer. According to a report from TEAMtalk, Chelsea and Manchester City are also interested in signing the 23-year-old playmaker, but Arsenal are confident of beating the two clubs to his signature.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / June 29

Top priority: Arteta makes ‘fantastic’ Premier League player his number one target

Arsenal are reportedly making Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers one of their top targets ahead of the next transfer window, as Mikel Arteta looks to add more power, versatility and creativity to his squad.

Unai Emery News / The 4th Official / June 28

Aston Villa Make Second Offer For Brazilian Target: Does He Fit Emery’s System?

Money talks. It usually does in modern football, and Flamengo have seemingly listened. After dug-in resistance from the Rio de Janeiro board earlier in the week, Aston Villa have forced a breakthrough.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / June 28

Arsenal prepare offer for 'top transfer target' after stunning 26-goal contribution season

Arsenal are looking to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa during the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old has been exceptional for the West Midlands club, and he could prove to be an excellent long-term investment for Arsenal.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 28

Lionel Messi makes more World Cup history as Argentina beats Jordan

Lionel Messi scored on a free kick as a second-half substitute, and Argentina delivered a 3-1 World Cup victory over Jordan in the Group J finale for each side Saturday at Arlington, Texas.

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Aston Villa News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Who Is the Referee for Algeria vs. Austria World Cup Match?

With qualification for the Round of 32 still on the line, Austria enters the final group match with 3 points after winning against Algeria, while Algeria also sits on 3 points and needs a positive result to keep its 2026 World Cup hopes alive.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Why Is Reece James Not Playing Tonight for England vs. Panama at the World Cup?

England will be without Reece James when they face Panama in their final Group L match at the 2026 World Cup. The Three Lions have already booked their place in the Round of 32, but there is still top group spot to play for.

Aston Villa News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Why Is Declan Rice Not Playing Today for England vs. Panama at the World Cup?

England's final match of Group L will be against Panama at the New York-New Jersey Stadium. Regardless of the result today, England will be playing in the knockout stages.

Aston Villa News / Outlook India / June 27

Saving Messi For The World Cup Knockouts: Inside Argentina's Plan For Cape Verde

Argentina will not start with Lionel Messi in the last group game against Jordan to keep his fresh for the knocouts Argentina is set to face World Cup debutant Cape Verde in the round of 32 match Nicholas Paz is likely to start in place of Messi against Jordan It's confirmed!

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / June 26

Report confirms how many World Cup games important England star will miss through injury

England will reportedly be without Reece James for at least two World Cup games due to the Chelsea right-back’s problems with a hamstring injury. James is known for being quite injury-prone, and yet Thomas Tuchel still decided to leave Real Madrid star and former Liverpool hero Trent Alexander-Arnold out of his squad for this summer’s World Cup.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / June 26

Sunderland Forward Is On The Radar Of Several PL Clubs This Summer: Can Le Bris Afford To Lose Him?

In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey stated that Sunderland forward Brian Brobbey is on the radar of several Premier League clubs this summer. It is believed that Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Juventus, Stuttgart and Atletico Madrid are all looking to sign the Dutch striker from the Black Cats this off-season.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 25

Sweden's Isak Hien helped off field with injury vs. Japan

Swedish defender Isak Hien had to be helped the field with an apparent left hamstring injury in the first half of the team's Group F match with Japan on Thursday night in Arlington, Texas.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / June 25

Mixed injury news for England highlights absurdity of Thomas Tuchel’s surprise World Cup snub

Reece James looks likely to miss England’s next World Cup 2026 game as Thomas Tuchel must surely now face serious scrutiny for leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold out of his squad.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / June 25

'Obsessed' Chelsea working on beating Arsenal to dream £100m transfer target

Chelsea are reportedly “obsessed” with an ambitious transfer deal for Aston Villa star and top Arsenal target Morgan Rogers. The 23-year-old is currently at the 2026 World Cup with England, but that hasn’t stopped the recent transfer speculation over his future.

Lucas Bergvall News / Caught Offside / June 25

Bergvall has several options on the table but Tottenham rivals clear favourite to sign him

Nottingham Forest are reportedly one of the leading contenders to sign Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall this summer. According to talkSPORT, the Sweden international has told Spurs he wants to leave, despite only signing a contract extension until 2031 last year.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / June 24

Ben Jacobs Provides Update On £80m Aston Villa Star’s Move To Arsenal: What Should The Midlands Club Do?

The transfer mill is spinning. On the Latte Firm podcast, journalist Ben Jacobs, as relayed by @afcstuff on X, dropped a massive update regarding Mikel Arteta’s summer recruitment plans.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / June 24

Leeds United Hold Positive Talks To Sign Winger For Free: The Right Man For Farke?

The heartbreak of last summer’s transfer deadline day still stings at Elland Road. A done deal, collapsed at the eleventh hour because Fulham couldn’t secure a replacement.

Aston Villa News / EasySportz / June 24

Ghana Furious After Controversial No-Call Against England

England escaped with a point, but Ghana left Foxborough feeling it deserved much more. The Black Stars held England to a frustrating 0-0 draw in one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far.

Aston Villa News / HITC / June 24

Soccer star Erling Haaland shares what gave him goosebumps while at NHL game with Americans

Erling Haaland is one of the biggest stars in world football and is currently competing at the 2026 World Cup with Norway. Despite struggling to even qualify for the tournament in the past, the Scandinavian nation have won their opening two group games, with Haaland scoring an impressive four goals in the process.

Jeremy Doku News / HITC / June 23

Jeremy Doku returns to Belgium after birth of son Praise as backlash is proven wrong

Jeremy Doku flew home for the birth of his first child, and the noise that followed has not cost the Belgium winger a single minute of his World Cup. The Manchester City forward faced heavy criticism when he said he wanted to be present for the birth, with one French presenter calling the idea disgusting.

Aston Villa News / HITC / June 22

England World Cup striker Ollie Watkins gives perfect response to Jeremy Doku debate

Jeremy Doku’s plan to leave the World Cup for the birth of his first child has split opinion, and Ollie Watkins has now come down firmly on the Belgium winger’s side.

Aston Villa News / Field Level Media / June 17

England takes over in second half to roar past Croatia

Harry Kane scored a first-half brace, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford added goals after halftime and England kicked off its World Cup with a 4-2 victory over Croatia in an entertaining Group L clash at Arlington, Texas.