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Real Madrid vs Pachuca: Predicted Lineup for Club World Cup Match

Real Madrid's 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign continues when they face Mexican side Pachuca on Sunday, and Xabi Alonso must decide what starting lineup will give him the best chance of getting his first win as coach.

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Arsenal Have Major Concerns Paying Real Madrid Over £77M for PSG-Linked Attacker

Diario AS reports that Arsenal will be going for Real Madrid standout Rodrygo. However, there are hurdles. The report highlights Rodrygo’s wages as Arsenal’s biggest concern.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / June 21

Inter Milan Captain Reacts To Last-Minute FIFA Club World Cup Win Vs Urawa Red Diamonds: ‘We Have To Be Humble & Know How To Suffer’

Lautaro Martinez feels that Inter Milan “have to be humble” after their 2-1 FIFA Club World Cup win over Urawa Red Diamonds. The Nerazzurri captain spoke to Italian broadcaster DAZN, via FCInterNews.

Lille News / We All Follow United / June 21

Manchester United not keen on Bosman deal for 109 goal Ligue 1 ace

Manchester United are navigating a period of uncertainty and transition. The arrival of Rúben Amorim as manager has signalled the start of a deep rebuilding process.

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Inter Milan News / Field Level Media / June 21

Inter Milan rally past Urawa on stoppage-time goal at CWC

Valentin Carboni scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time to complete Inter Milan's rally to a 2-1 victory over Urawa Red Diamonds in Saturday's Group E encounter at the Club World Cup in Seattle.

AC Monza News / The Cult of Calcio / June 21

Inter Player Ratings vs Urawa: Argentines Save the Day

Inter pulled off a late comeback to beat Urawa Red Diamonds 2-1 in their second game at the 2025 FIFA World Cup. Cristian Chivu’s men were on the verge of a near-certain elimination but managed to fight back and take a crucial win.

Southampton News / To The Lane And Back / June 21

Tottenham backed to revisit move for former star this summer as Champions League campaign beckons

Tottenham may explore a late move for Millwall defender Japhet Tanganga to comply with UEFA’s rules ahead of Champions League return Tottenham Hotspur are preparing for the 2025/26 campaign with Thomas Frank in charge.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 21

Fabrizio Romano confirms Juventus making progress on two fronts

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano reveals Juventus are on the right path to seal deals for Francisco Conceicao and Randal Kolo Muani. The Bianconero signed the Portuguese winger on a dry loan from Porto last summer, while the French striker followed suit in January, arriving from Paris Saint-Germain on a similar formula.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / June 21

Real Madrid, PSG Target Unwilling to Lower £200K-per-Week Wage Demand as Liverpool Worry

On Saturday, CaughtOffside reported that Liverpool are reportedly worried about history repeating itself after losing Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid on a free transfer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 21

Arsenal’s striker silence might not be hesitation, but strategy as they line up for true target

Are Arsenal hesitant to commit to Viktor Gyökeres or Benjamin Šeško because they are quietly positioning themselves for Alexander Isak, if he becomes available?

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 21

Premier League regular with a 'terrific career' would 'love' to join Tottenham

Southampton defender Kyle Walker-Peters continues to be linked with a return to his former club, Tottenham Hotspur. He will be a free agent soon, and he has decided not to sign an extension with Southampton.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / June 21

Marotta confirms Inter like Bonny; provides update on Calhanoglu

Inter CEO Giuseppe Marotta has confirmed the club are interested in signing Parma forward Ange-Yoan Bonny and ready to keep Hakan Calhanoglu, in the absence of official interest in the player.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / June 21

Tottenham transfer could drag on 'until July', player 'will do everything' to secure move

Tottenham Hotspur striker Alejo Veliz is expected to leave the club permanently this summer, and he wants to return to his former club Rosario Central.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 21

Arteta wants this dynamic no.10/8: Could he have found one in €28m Championship star?

With Thomas Partey likely to leave and Martín Zubimendi expected to arrive, this summer could mark a fresh start for Arsenal’s engine room. The idea of Jorginho and Thomas Partey both departing in one window might once have spelled disaster, but Mikel Arteta has planned ahead.

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Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 21

Spurs have offered 3 x £20 million for sought after Premier League star

Ange Postecoglou’s sacking was inevitable, but it also felt as if the club would be plunged back into the same lurch that preceded his appointment. It didn’t feel as if Daniel Leavy still had the necessary pull to produce a quality coach.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 21

Borussia Dortmund fend off Mamelodi Sundowns in CWC play

Borussia Dortmund held off a late rally by Mamelodi Sundowns for a 4-3 victory at the FIFA Club World Cup in Cincinnati on Saturday. Dortmund (1-0-1, 4 points) moved to the top of the group F, one point ahead of the Sundowns (1-1-0, 3 points).

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / June 21

Tottenham make enquiries about 10 G/A Juventus star; PL rivals also keen

The need for a new striker at Tottenham is imminent as the North London club heads for a massive squad overhaul in the summer. The Lilywhites cannot afford to go another window without rectifying the mistakes as they look to build on the Europa League success next season.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 21

Report: Tottenham have now joined race for La Liga ace with 'extraordinary physique'

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen on signing the Sevilla midfielder Lucien Agoume during the summer transfer window. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the 23-year-old midfielder is on the radar of Manchester United and Arsenal as well.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 21

Can Andrea Berta still deliver the standout window Gooners are craving?

Arsenal were expected to be active in this summer’s transfer window, but so far, no arrivals have been confirmed. Two deals, Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martín Zubimendi, are reportedly close, but there is a general consensus that they will not be enough to satisfy the club’s ambitions.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / June 21

27 G/A RB Leipzig striker turns down move to Tottenham; arch rivals remain favourites to land him

A massive squad overhaul is needed at Tottenham if the club wants to build on the Europa League success next season. Many key players underperformed last season, and as a result of that, the Lilywhites finished the Premier League campaign just a place above the relegation zone.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 21

Chelsea boss has already told Mikel Arteta why he should steer clear of winger

Surely Arsenal can aim higher than pursuing Noni Madueke as their next winger signing, as recent reports have suggested. Yes, Madueke was once portrayed as a player of real promise, a consistent threat down the flanks with his dribbling, pace, feints, and technical flair.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 21

‘He was saying…’ – Paul Gorst drops Ibrahima Konate contract claim which hints at major twist

With Ibrahima Konate about to enter the final year of his contract at Liverpool – and Real Madrid reportedly lurking – a major decision on his future will soon need to be made one way or the other.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 21

From Italy: Two Serie A rivals now going head-to-head in pursuit of Utd star, one will ‘do everything’ to sign him

Rasmus Hojlund will reportedly have the option of returning to Italy if Manchester United decide to cut ties prematurely. Indeed, the struggling forward has been shortlisted by both Napoli and Inter Milan, who finished first and second in Serie A, respectively.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 21

One thing Arne Slot did was crucial in convincing Florian Wirtz to join Liverpool

In the end, it was one particular trump card that Arne Slot played which proved to be the biggest factor in convincing Florian Wirtz to join Liverpool.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 21

United insider: Struggling Red who Amorim ‘loves’ has been offered chance to revive form with Premier League rivals

Manchester United are evaluating Mason Mount’s future at Old Trafford and whether he would benefit from a temporary spell or move elsewhere. The Red Devils shelled out a whopping £55 million to sign Mount from Chelsea in July 2023, which saw him sever his 18-year ties with the club before moving to a direct Premier League rival.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 21

ESPN: Barca, Inter and Bayern among suitors for ‘fantastic’ United wantaway with INEOS anticipating bids

Marcus Rashford faces a hugely uncertain future following the culmination of his loan spell with Aston Villa. As things stand, he will return to Carrington in July to begin preparing for the 2025/2026 campaign, as per ESPN.