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Al-Hilal eye England star as Benzema successor amid contract termination dispute

Al-Hilal are preparing for life after Karim Benzema, with manager Simone Inzaghi targeting Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins as his replacement. However, any deal for the England international remains stalled while the Saudi club negotiate a contract termination payout with the 38-year-old Ballon d'Or winner.

Premier League pre-season winners and losers GFX

Winners & Losers of the Premier League's pre-season

One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...

Atletico de Madrid v Tottenham Hotspur FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg

Juve agree deal for Spurs' Vicario

Juventus have made a significant breakthrough in their search for a new goalkeeper after reaching a full agreement with Tottenham Hotspur for Guglielmo Vicario. The Italy international is set to return to his homeland on an initial loan deal as the Bianconeri shift their focus away from Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Martinez's finger pushes Juventus towards an alternative deal from the Premier League

Juventus fear a repeat of the World Cup nightmare

Leeds United v Manchester United - Pre-Season Friendly

'Wrong way round!' - Carragher slams Utd for backward Tielemans transfer

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has voiced serious concerns over Manchester United's summer recruitment strategy, suggesting the club may have moved for the wrong midfielder in Youri Tielemans. While Michael Carrick has been busy rebuilding his engine room at Old Trafford, Carragher believes a major opportunity was missed in the market.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston Villa Premier League preview

Comprehensive match preview of Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston Villa in the Premier League. We break down summer form, head-to-head records, and key storylines ahead of this opening weekend battle at the American Express Stadium.