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Crystal Palace Reject Bid for ‘One of the Best’ in the Premier League

After a history-making season in which Crystal Palace won the FA Cup for the first time ever, they look to strengthen ahead of what will be yet another challenging Premier League campaign.

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New Premier League side register interest in Real Madrid winger Rodrygo Goes

Real Madrid are currently focusing on sales, and one player that could leave before the end of the summer transfer window is Rodrygo Goes. The 24-year-old appears to be far down the pecking order for head coach Xabi Alonso, and that could only get worse once Franco Mastantuono joins in the next couple of weeks.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

‘Deal in Place’: Chelsea Set to Welcome ‘Technically Brilliant’ Dutchman

As we edge closer to the start of the 2025/26 season, life at Chelsea appears rosy, with the club back in the Champions League and having lifted the Europa Conference League and, more recently, the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 30

Arsenal told they must pay a huge fee in advance for English star

Arsenal are reportedly keen to add Eberechi Eze to their squad as they continue an impressive summer transfer window. Mikel Arteta is leading a proactive recruitment drive that has already seen the club significantly bolster its ranks ahead of the upcoming season.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 30

Three key things that Tottenham supporters should expect in tomorrow’s North London derby – Opinion

We are already deep into the preseason for the upcoming 2025/26 campaign as new Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank prepares to take charge of his first season at Hotspur Way, and he will face his sternest test yet donning the Lilywhites badge as he takes charge of his first North London Derby on the sidelines.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 30

Report: Tottenham prepared to break the bank for 'great player' this summer

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a move for the Bournemouth star Illya Zabarnyi. The 22-year-old central defender is a target for PSG as well. However, they have not been able to secure an agreement with the English club yet.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 30

‘Already knows…’ – Arne Slot says he’s selected Liverpool’s new vice-captain

Arne Slot has seemingly identified who’ll be Liverpool’s new vice-captain and informed the chosen candidate, although the public – and even the player’s teammates – are kept guessing.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 30

Talks underway: FSG set to press ahead with plans for multi-club model after £60m incentive

Fenway Sports Group (FSG) appear to be determined to press ahead with their plans to establish a multi-club model. Upon his appointment as the Boston-based

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 30

Gyokeres does not want Henry comparison despite taking his shirt number

Viktor Gyokeres is Arsenal’s new number 14, a shirt number that carries significant weight due to its association with one of the most iconic players in the club’s history.

New York City FC News / Field Level Media / July 30

NYCFC M Keaton Parks recovering from leg surgery

New York City FC midfielder Keaton Parks underwent another surgery to address blood flow issues in his right leg. The team said Wednesday that there is no recovery timeline yet for Parks, who had similar procedures in 2021 and 2022.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 30

Scouting Matias Soule: Strengths, Weaknesses & fit under Thomas Frank at Tottenham – Opinion

Daniel Levy has been looking to step up Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer business as we near the commencement of the Premier League, and the 63-year-old club

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 30

Report: Tottenham make enquiry for 23-year-old 'warrior', receive response

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs interested in signing Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen. The Ecuadorian International has done quite well in the Bundesliga, and his performances have attracted the attention of Premier League clubs.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / July 30

A young defender has reportedly requested a loan move from Manchester City this summer

If a list were drawn up of players likely to leave Manchester City on loan or otherwise this summer Vitor Reis would likely be at the top of the list. That isn’t a slight on the young centre-back’s ability, he would be likely to go out on loan due to his age and need to play regular first-team football.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

‘Keen On Accepting’: Tottenham Hotspur Send New Contract Proposal to ‘Undroppable’ Star

After a disappointing 2024/25 Premier League campaign, Spurs have been very active in the transfer market, looking for incomings who can bolster their side and help them have a far better season this year.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 30

BBC reporter outlines Liverpool’s stance on Marc Guehi as Crystal Palace name their price

Crystal Palace have reportedly set their asking price for Marc Guehi amid ‘genuine interest’ from Liverpool in the defender. The Reds are understood to

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Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / July 30

Manchester City appear likely to enter next season with what they have at right-back

In my opinion, if Manchester City were to sign a right-back it would complete the ideal summer transfer window for the club. Looking at Pep Guardiola’s squad the right-back position does appear to be a weakness of sorts.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 30

Newcastle see offer turned down for Real Madrid goalkeeper who is on Manchester United’s shortlist

Manchester United have had a long tradition of talented goalkeepers guarding the posts at Old Trafford. The latest to belong to that legacy was Spanish shot-stopper David de Gea, who enjoyed an excellent stint at the club, often emerging as the lone saviour during dark times.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 30

Internal conflict at Man Utd? Why striker pursuit could spell the first Vivell-Amorim rift

There could be hot days in store at Carrington, as Ruben Amorim and Christopher Vivell seemingly disagree over the identity of the next Manchester United striker.

Nottingham Forest News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

Wolves Top Five Managers Of All Time

Wolverhampton Wanderers have a proud and storied history, both in English football and on the European stage. While players often steal the headlines, Wolves’ successes across the decades have been built on the tactical minds in the dugout.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 30

Chelsea to have 9 wonderkids among world’s 100 top rated if deal completed this week

Chelsea have made their new sporting project all about signing up the best young players in football, and a glance at this year’s Golden Boy index reveals they’re doing a good job of it.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 30

Arsenal told they need one more signing to be Premier League champions

Arsenal have been active during the summer transfer window as they continue efforts to strengthen their squad and build on the progress made in recent seasons.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 30

3 down, 7 to go – update on Chelsea’s biggest summer challenge

6 weeks ago we wrote about the BBC’s report on Chelsea’s attempts to sell 10 players. So how are the Blues getting on with that mighty task? Raheem Sterling,

Olympique Lyonnais News / Esteemed Kompany / July 30

Clarification has emerged as to who could leave Manchester City in the coming weeks

So far this summer Manchester City have signed six players. Rayan Ait-Nouri, Rayan Cherki, Marcus Bettinelli, Tijjani Reijnders, Sverre Nypan and James Trafford have all arrived at the Etihad.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 30

Just in: Benjamin Sesko has decided between Man United & Newcastle

RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has reportedly made a decision on his next club amidst the well-documented interest of Manchester United and Newcastle United.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 30

Ben Jacobs claims Chelsea deal could be agreed in 'next 24 hours'

Chelsea are closing in on signing a top young left back to support Marc Cucurella. Jorrel Hato is close to completing a move – this morning TeamTalk reported that personal terms had been agreed, and that all that remained was to bridge the €10m gap in valuations between what Ajax want and what Chelsea want to pay.