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    AnalysisManchester United

    What next for Rashford as Man Utd run out of options?

    It feels as though Marcus Rashford and Manchester United are back at square one. Both player and club must have been desperately hoping that Barcelona would take up what looked like a bargain ÂŁ26 million ($35m) option to buy the attacker at the end of a productive loan spell in Catalunya in 2025-26, but, much to United's disbelief and anger, they turned in another direction. Now, Rashford faces limbo at Old Trafford.

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    AnalysisChelsea

    Chelsea's World Cup villain Enzo stuck in transfer limbo

    Chelsea could have a problem on their hands when Enzo Fernandez returns from his post-World Cup holiday - both figuratively and literally. The midfielder and his outspoken agent have made it abundantly clear that he wants to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, and following the ugly conclusion to Argentina's quest for glory in North America, Enzo is now expected to "explore his options". The problem is, he might not have any.

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    OpinionArsenal

    Arsenal must pray Tzolis learned from Norwich nightmare

    For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

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    AnalysisPremier League

    10 wonderkids to watch as EPL clubs kick off pre-season

    With the new Premier League season now less than a month away from kicking off on August 21, pre-season friendlies are about to get into full swing as the majority of clubs jet off around the globe to ensure the best possible preparation for the 2026-27 campaign. However, due to the World Cup, a number of squads are far from full strength as those who reached the knockout rounds in North America enjoy some belated time off, creating opportunities for others to stake their claim for greater roles over the next 10 months.

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    AnalysisPremier League

    10 biggest summer transfer sagas that still need resolving

    With the World Cup over and pre-season friendlies beginning in earnest over the next week, it feels like the new club season is hurtling towards us at a rather alarming rate. With that in mind, managers are getting increasingly twitchy when it comes to transfers, with coaches around Europe keen to know which players they will and won't be able to call upon over the coming weeks and months.

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    OpinionPremier League

    Transfer check-in: GOAL grades Europe's 10 richest clubs

    The football world seems to move faster and faster these days. No sooner had the World Cup ended than attention immediately shifted to the transfer market - which is understandable, given some massive deals are expected to be confirmed in the coming days, following in the footsteps of Morgan Rogers' shock ÂŁ117 million move from Aston Villa to Chelsea.

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    AnalysisEngland

    Dowman in, Kane out?! How England will line up in 2030

    And so the wait goes on. England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina on Wednesday means their quest for a first international trophy since 1966 will stretch into a seventh decade. The hope is that drought will come to an end in two years' time when the Three Lions co-host the 2028 European Championship, but will England ever again reach a World Cup final, never mind lift the most famous trophy in the sport?

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Manchester UnitedManchester United

Man Utd's rebuild gathers pace with four signings confirmed and a 5-0 pre-season win over Rosenborg, but defensive injury concerns cloud Carrick's preparations.

LiverpoolLiverpool

Liverpool are chasing PSG winger Bradley Barcola as their top transfer priority this summer, with the club also dealing with a Joe Gomez injury from pre-season.

ArsenalArsenal

Arsenal are chasing Vinicius Jr and Bruno Guimaraes as defending Premier League champions prepare for the 2026-27 season, with a Community Shield date against Man City on August 16.

ChelseaChelsea

Xabi Alonso is reshaping Chelsea's squad at pace, with British record signing Morgan Rogers set to partner Cole Palmer and more arrivals expected before the window closes.

Manchester CityManchester City

Enzo Maresca takes charge as Man City's new era begins, with Rodri's future unresolved ahead of back surgery and John Stones closing in on a free transfer to Inter.

Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur

Tottenham are in the midst of a major summer rebuild under Roberto De Zerbi, who has spent over ÂŁ200m and promises more signings, while captain Cristian Romero edges closer to an Inter Milan exit.

BarcelonaBarcelona

Frenkie de Jong faces a lengthy spell out with a knee ligament tear, while Barcelona push to sign Julian Alvarez and must decide Ferran Torres' future.

Real MadridReal Madrid

Real Madrid have agreed a €120m deal for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, while Vinicius Junior's contract stand-off continues to fuel Arsenal interest.

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    đŸŽ„ | Man City confirm Maresca appointment

    Manchester City have confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca on a three-year contract until 2029. The Premier League side confirmed the news on June 29, with former Chelsea boss Maresca returning to the Etihad Stadium to replace Pep Guardiola, having previously served as the Catalan's assistant back in 2022.

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    CULTUREMUNDIAL

    đŸŽ„ | No Era Penal - a MUNDIAL film

    MUNDIAL release No Era Penal, a film celebrating the magic and passion of Mexican football fandom. Taking the infamous 'No Era Penal' (It wasn't a penalty) saying from the 2014 World Cup as a starting point, the film delves deep into Mexico's love for the game, the World Cup, and its elusive mission to reach La Quinto Partido, the fifth game of the World Cup. Featuring RaĂșl JimĂ©nez, Miguel Herrera, Rey Mysterio and more, it's a wild, wild ride!

  4. Jose Mourinho Beast Mode On Podcast
    ExclusiveJ. Mourinho

    đŸŽ„ | EXCLUSIVE: JosĂ© Mourinho on Madrid return, Messi & more

    New Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho joins Adebayo Akinfenwa on the Beast Mode On Podcast as he exclusively discusses his sensational return to the Liga giants, the World Cup and whether England can finally end 60 years of hurt, and some of the joyous, and panful, experiences he's had in management to date. Mourinho also chats openly about his time at Tottenham, and the controversial nature of his sacking just days before the League Cup final, among many other intriguing topics in a must-see episode of the award-winning podcast.

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    ExclusiveA. Ferdinand

    đŸŽ„ | Anton Ferdinand on John Terry incident, West Ham & more

    Former West Ham and Sunderland defender Anton Ferdinand joins Adebayo Akinfenwa on the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast. The 41-year-old discusses his journey through professional football and the experiences that shaped him both on and off the pitch. From coming through the ranks with the Hammers and establishing himself in the Premier League, Ferdinand reflects on the highs and challenges of life at the highest level of the game.

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    S. ParallueloE. Toone

    10 star players who could still move in wild women's window

    What an explosive women's transfer window it has been so far! Alexia Putellas, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Georgia Stanway and Mary Earps are just some of those who have been on the move in the first few weeks, but while a lot of business has already been done, there are still several big names worth keeping an eye on before windows start to slam shut in September.

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    Real Madrid FemeninoFelicia Schroeder

    Why Madrid broke women's world record to sign Swedish teen

    Khadija Shaw is one of the best centre-forwards in the women's game, if not the best. Winner of three successive Women's Super League Golden Boots, and scorer of more goals than any other player in Europe's top five leagues since her move to Manchester City in 2021, it's no wonder that Chelsea were trying to bring her to west London as her contract neared its expiry this summer. But as it became apparent that the Blues were going to miss out on Shaw, it says a lot about Felicia Schroder that the Swedish teenager was next on their wish list.

  4. NXGN Eduardo Conceicao GFXGOAL
    PalmeirasE. Conceicao

    Why City, Barca & more want Palmeiras' next teenage star

    At Palmeiras, Endrick, Estevao, Luis Gulherme, Vitor Reis and Luighi became known as 'The Billion Generation' - a reference to the colossal amount of money four prodigiously gifted players were expected to generate for the Brazil club. However, it now feels as if another name should be added to that illustrious list of outstanding academy products, that of Eduardo Conceicao.

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