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Serie A and Bundesliga sides face off for Manchester United flop

Manchester United’s 15th place in the 2024/25 Premier League season proved to be a deep shock for every supporter. The defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final shattered whatever little hope was left.

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‘Solid’ defensive star expected to stay at Tottenham Hotspur this summer

Tottenham Hotspur’s return to the Champions League in the 2025/26 season is the end of a long wait. Spurs achieved what had eluded them for some years by winning the Europa League final against Manchester United last season.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / August 4

Ruben Amorim experiences change of heart, Chelsea target expected to stay at Manchester United

Last season was a forgettable story for Manchester United. The team finished 15th in the Premier League 2024/25, lowering the club’s prestige. Exiting European competitions after losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final was a sad ending.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

French star rejects Tottenham summer switch; ready to move to Serie A

Tottenham Hotspur have finally achieved what they have been waiting for. We are back in the UEFA Champions League after beating Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League final last season.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Field Level Media / August 4

Reports: LAFC agree to terms with Tottenham F Son Heung-Min

Son Heung-min, who spent 10 seasons with Tottenham Hotspur and stars for the South Korea national team, has a deal in place to join Los Angeles FC, according to multiple reports.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / August 4

Report: Toronto FC acquiring M Djordje Mihailovic from Rapids

Toronto FC are making a splash by acquiring star midfielder Djordje Mihailovic from the Colorado Rapids for an $8 million transfer fee, GiveMeSport reported Monday.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

Tottenham Hotspur’s standout pre-season star available for loan this summer

Tottenham Hotspur have been working hard to strengthen their roster this summer, as new boss Thomas Frank looks to quickly implement his philosophy across the squad.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 4

Do you have a problem with the ages of Arsenal’s new signings?

Arsenal had previously focused on signing players under the age of 24, as part of a deliberate strategy to build a team geared towards long-term success.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / August 4

Fabrizio Romano rubbishes Manchester United interest in Barcelona star

The end of the Premier League 2024/25 proved to be bitter for Manchester United. Finishing 15th felt like a deep blow to the club’s glorious history. The defeat at the hands of Spurs in the Europa League final also shattered the remaining hopes.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

Tottenham failed in move for €30m Barcelona man before landing Joao Palhinha

The milestone Tottenham achieved by beating Manchester United in last season’s Europa League final was special for every Spurs fan. Under the leadership of Ange Postecoglou, the club regained their lost confidence despite a shambolic season in the Premier League.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

Tottenham Hotspur eyeing La Liga star who is an upgrade over 28-year-old ace

2024/25 was a memorable season for us. Tottenham Hotspur beat Manchester United in the Europa League final to secure a Champions League berth, that, too, when some people did not want us to reach this level.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

Mohammed Kudus opens up on ‘smooth’ transition at Tottenham as he continues to be ‘different’

Tottenham Hotspur have seen many ups and downs in the Premier League over the past few years. Once far from European qualification, Spurs are now back in the UEFA Champions League.

Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / August 4

Serie A giants want around €40 million for Tottenham target this summer; Crystal Palace also keen

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero has been linked with move away from N17 since the end of last season, with Atletico Madrid vying for his signature.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 4

Arsenal makes a decision on the future of Gabriel Jesus as he recovers from injury

Arsenal have reportedly decided on the future of Gabriel Jesus as the forward continues his recovery from injury. The Brazilian has been sidelined since the start of the year due to a serious issue, and his absence was felt throughout the second half of the campaign.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 4

Defender shocks Arsenal with his transfer decision

Arsenal are reportedly targeting Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, with multiple sources indicating he is now one of their key priorities for the remainder of the summer transfer window.

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Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / August 4

Manchester City are aiming to make two more important contract moves

It emerged earlier today that Manchester City had reached an agreement in principle with Ruben Dias over a contract extension. David Ornstein reported that news for The Athletic.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 4

'Here we go' declared in potential £28m deal by Fabrizio Romano as Chelsea continue busy week

Fabrizio Romano has given his “here we go” treatment to another deal involving Chelsea in a busy week. Just a few hours after breaking their interest in an exclusive, Romano has declared Everton’s move for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as a “done deal.” The deal is a good one for Chelsea, all told.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Everton ‘Bid Rejected’ for Player Who Tottenham Hotspur Valued Same As James Maddison Fee

Everton have had a particularly active summer transfer window so far, already bringing in four new players with a fifth set to be confirmed. They will be hoping to push for a top-half finish, after a few seasons of mediocrity nearer the bottom-half of the table.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 4

Medical completed: Liverpool transfer news drops during first half of Athletic Bilbao friendly

While Liverpool fans were enraptured by a magnificent performance from their team in the first of their two friendly matches against Athletic Bilbao at Anfield on Monday evening, one man’s exit from Merseyside took a significant step closer to becoming official.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Chelsea EA FC 26 Player Ratings

EA FC 26 is on the horizon with new details being promoted by EA Sports. There’s been hype for career mode features, there’s planned hype for Ultimate Team changes, and soon enough the player ratings will emerge, allowing us all to debate who the best of the best really is.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 4

Point proven: Journalist insists one Liverpool ace 'shouldn’t be written off' after Bilbao showing

Liverpool might have sold Luis Diaz this summer, with Darwin Nunez quite possibly following him out the door, but there’s already plenty of fledgling attacking talent waiting to step up!

Real Sociedad News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

‘High Level’ Forward Set To Depart Molineux Permanently

Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to part ways with forward Gonçalo Guedes, with Real Sociedad agreeing a permanent deal for the Portuguese international.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 4

Tottenham star's LAFC transfer raises eyebrows for right reasons

Tottenham Hotspur star's LAFC transfer raises eyebrows for the right reasons

There aren't many athletes like Son Heung-min, the Korean attacker who's set to join Los Angeles FC for a blockbuster transfer fee of $20M-$26M.

LAFC acquires Watford D Ryan Porteous

LAFC's shrewd transfer moves could make it a contender for MLS trophies

Inter Miami says that Lionel Messi's leg injury is 'minor'

Newcastle's record bid for replacement rejected as club shifts focus

Leagues Cup roundup: Guadalajara wins PKs after draw with Charlotte

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / August 4

One player could hold the keys to next season for Manchester City if he gets back to his best

One player who had a testing and difficult 24/25 season for Manchester City was Phil Foden. Try as he might, Foden couldn’t recapture his best form throughout a difficult season for his team.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 4

Why latest update makes us much more confident Chelsea can sell midfielder

With Joao Felix gone, Chelsea are moving down their list of players to sell. There seems to be precious little interest in the likes of Axel Disasi, Raheem Sterling or Ben Chilwell, which is starting to become concerning.