Manchester United Transfer News
- BREAKING: Manchester United are in talks to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa; discussions are advancing quickly, Sky Sports News understands.
- BREAKING: Youri Tielemans to Manchester United, HERE WE GO! United activate €41m release clause into Tielemans’ contract at Aston Villa, verbal agreement also with Belgian midfielder. Andrey Santos done + Tielemans next after Éderson deal called off on Friday.
- Manchester United to announce both new midfield signings soon for £85m total fee add-ons included. Tielemans, medical tomorrow, £35m. Andrey Santos, medical done and deal signed, £50m. Éderson, off since Friday despite denials.
- OFFICIAL: Andrey Santos, new Man United player on £48m plus £2m deal from Chelsea. “Since when I was young, I’ve dreamed of this moment. The history, the responsibility that comes with this badge, that’s why I’m here”. “I will put my name in history of this big club”.
Major European & World Football Updates
- BREAKING: Slaven Bilic has been confirmed as Croatia’s new national team head coach. Bilic takes over from Zlatko Dalic who left the role after Croatia’s round-of-32 exit from the World Cup at the hands of Portugal.
- BREAKING: Anan Khalaili to Inter, deal called 𝐎𝐅𝐅 due to medical check not allowing to proceed. Inter agreed all terms with Union St Gilloise and Khalaili… but medical tests were not approved by Italian regulation system.
- Paris Saint-Germain held initial talks over possible addition of Lucas Digne as new left back. PSG to move post World Cup but start exploring options including Estupiñán and more. His Aston Villa deal includes release clause over €10m.
- EXCL: Francisco Trincão to Al Ahli, here we go! Exclusive story confirmed and deal in place. Paperwork being exchanged with Sporting after sorting $45m fixed fee and $5m add-ons for Portuguese winger. Al Ahli have their replacement for Riyadh Mahrez.
- Chelsea remain in active talks with Rayo Vallecano to sign Pep Chavarría at left back. Terms agreed days ago on player side and club to club negotiations still underway.
- Ajax are set to sign Italian young striker Diego Pugno from Juventus, verbal agreement reached. Pugno has accepted to continue his career in Eredivisie with immediate effect.
- EXCL: Maxime Estève to RB Leipzig, here we go! Deal done after verbal agreement revealed last week. The defender travels tomorrow for medical after Leipzig and Burnley agree on €32m package deal (add-ons included).
- EXCL: Lazio are closing in on Danilho Doekhi deal on free transfer after he left Union Berlin, here we go soon! Defender arriving in Italy for medical and contract signing to follow when details sorted.
- The exclusive story on Luka Vušković to Brighton, set to become official this week. Medical booked, contract signing to follow as #BHAFC have their new centre back.
- Johan Manzambi to Aston Villa, here we go! Verbal agreement in place for fee slightly in excess of €60m as Freiburg accept the proposal. Verbal agreement also with Manzambi and his agency over personal terms, long term deal in place.
- Newcastle believe they are set to miss out on the signing of Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, with Aston Villa expected to win the race for the teenager.
Liverpool & Andoni Iraola Updates
- “We need more players we know this.” Andoni Iraola has confirmed Liverpool are doing all they can to add to their squad following a disappointing title defence.
- Andoni Iraola on Liverpool plans: “We signed two players but we will sign more”.
- “He will have a chance in pre-season.” Andoni Iraola on the future of Harvey Elliott following his loan with Aston Villa.
- Ibrahima Konaté: “Real Madrid is the greatest club in the world”. “It is a DREAM to join the club, but until I put on the shirt, I will not fully believe it”.
World Cup & National Team News
- “It’s unbelievable, you can feel the history.” “Argentina is winning 2-1!” Argentine golf player Mateo Pulcini discusses playing at The Open and gives his predication for Argentina vs England in the World Cup semi-final.
- “One on one defending, there isn’t better out there than him.” Jay Bothroyd is backing Djed Spence to keep Lionel Messi quiet in England’s World Cup semi-final vs Argentina.
- “Olise is lightyears ahead of Yamal.” Jay Bothroyd believes Spain’s Lamine Yamal has had an underwhelming World Cup.
- “It’s not just about Lamine.” Ibrahima Konate insists that France are not focussing on Lamine Yamal ahead of their World Cup semi-final vs Spain.
- FIFA president Gianni Infantino says increasing the number of teams participating at the World Cup finals to 64, will be discussed after this year’s tournament.
- The 2030 World Cup could have 64 teams, says Gianni Infantino.
- Pau Cubarsí: “Mbappé? I am not scared. No fear”. “But everyone knows his qualities. Even if he’s not involved in the match, he can change the game with a quick action”. “He is unique, like Lamine Yamal. You have to stay alert for 90 minutes”, told Diario AS.
- 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐃 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐂𝐔𝐏. Their stars have combined for 𝟏𝟗 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬, more than any club. And the tournament isn’t even over yet.
- Glenn Hoddle looks back on England’s 1998 World Cup Quarter-Final defeat against Argentina following David Beckham’s infamous red card.
- Jorge Jesus has made his stance on Cristiano Ronaldo very clear. He managed Ronaldo at Al-Nassr and even won a Saudi Pro League title together. Now, Jesus is taking the reigns of the Portugal national team. He told the media that 41-year-old Ronaldo will be in his plan.
- Pep Guardiola has emerged as a candidate to become the next Italy manager. Italy’s decision-makers view Guardiola as the coach capable of leading a complete reset for the national team. His salary remains a major obstacle, but there is growing belief that the challenge of [taking the role] is appealing.
Other Sports & General Updates
- India win the first women’s Test at Lord’s by 270 runs!
- BOSH! Johnny Fisher x Zuffa Boxing. Fisher returns on September 26 at the Copper Box Arena, live on Sky Sports.
- No place for Harry Kane in Jay Bothroyd’s ultimate World Cup front four.
- “Newcastle in the relegation zone?” Jay Bothroyd is worried for Newcastle United ahead of the new Premier League season.