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Newcastle secure Malick Thiaw from AC Milan
Newcastle United have finalized the arrival of defender Malick Thiaw from AC Milan. The 24-year-old German international joins Eddie Howe’s squad for a reported £34.6m fee, which includes potential add-ons. He becomes the club’s third signing during a challenging transfer window, following the captures of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest and goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale,…
Read MoreJack Grealish joins Everton on loan from Manchester City
Jack Grealish has completed a season-long loan move from Manchester City to Everton, declaring the club was his only choice after discussions with manager David Moyes. The 29-year-old becomes the Merseyside team’s sixth summer recruit, joining Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Charly Alcaraz, Thierno Barry, Mark Travers, and Adam Aznou. He is set to make his first appearance…
Read MoreCristiano Ronaldo got engaged to Georgina Rodríguez
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to marry his long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez after she revealed their engagement on social media. Posting a photograph of a sizeable ring, she wrote in Spanish: “Yes I do. In this and in all my lives.” The football star, who has not yet spoken publicly about the news, has been in…
Read MoreEuropean setback could unite Crystal Palace
Former Premier League forward Chris Sutton believes Crystal Palace’s relegation to the UEFA Conference League might strengthen team spirit and togetherness within the club. The south London side defeated Liverpool in a penalty shootout to win the Community Shield on Sunday. Less than a day later, they were informed their challenge against being removed from…
Read MoreSpanish federation gives green light for La Liga match in USA
Villarreal’s December league clash with Barcelona could become the first top-tier European match to be played outside the continent after the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) agreed to support moving the event to the United States. The federation will ask UEFA for clearance before seeking FIFA’s authorization to shift the fixture to Miami’s Hard Rock…
Read MoreSlot on Liverpool Community Shield Failure: “I expected different”
Arne Slot has come out to state that he expected a different outcome from his side’s meeting with Crystal Palace at Wembley for the 2025 Community Shield. The FA Cup champions defeated the Premier League champions on penalties after a 2-2 stalemate at the end of regulation time. As is customary, the match went straight…
Read MoreEnglish media fuel Højlund exit rumours
Manchester United have been warned against listening to offers for Denmark international striker Rasmus Højlund, who is reportedly free to leave the club after they confirmed the signing of Benjamin Šeško. Højlund was not helpful last season as Manchester United struggled to find the back of the net. The Dane, who arrived with much pomp…
Read MoreLatest update on Eze to Arsenal after latest gesture
Crystal Palace’s forward Eberechi Eze was asked about rumors linking him with a move to Arsenal following Sunday’s Community Shield at Wembley. Eberechi Eze, who scored in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup win in May, was named in Oliver Glasner’s starting XI for Sunday’s season opener. Crystal Palace twice fell behind against Arne Slot’s new-look Liverpool…
Read MoreNewcastle close to signing AC Milan defender Malik Thiaw
Newcastle United are edging closer to finalising the signing of AC Milan defender Malick Thiaw. The Germany international is expected to fly to Tyneside on Sunday evening to put the finishing touches on his move to St James’ Park. The Magpies have faced setbacks in the market this summer, failing to land several targets, including…
Read MoreBournemouth close to £34.6m Lille sign Diakite
Bournemouth are on the verge of finalising a move for French central defender Bafode Diakite from Lille, with the transfer valued at around £34.6 million. The 24-year-old is expected to cost £30.3 million upfront, with an additional £4.3 million payable in performance-related clauses. If completed, the deal will rank as the club’s second-highest transfer fee.…
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