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How long will Haaland stay at City? Transfer fee won’t be ‘small’

Erling Haaland is unlikely to see out the remaining eight years of his contract at Manchester City, Joleon Lescott has admitted to GOAL, but Real Madrid and any other suitors of the Norwegian striker have been warned that any future transfer fee “isn’t going to be small”. The Citizens have their superstar No.9 tied to terms at the Etihad Stadium through to 2034.

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Manchester turning red? ‘Huge shift’ predicted after Pep exit

Manchester may be about to turn red again, following the departure of Pep Guardiola from the Etihad Stadium, with ex-United star Gary Pallister telling GOAL why a “huge shift” could be on the cards. Sleeping giants at Old Trafford have been shaken from their slumber by Michael Carrick, with Premier League title dreams beginning to form again ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

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£117m?! Chelsea have enormously overpaid for Rogers

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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Spurs closing in on £65m Savinho deal

Tottenham Hotspur are closing in on the signing of Manchester City winger Savinho in a deal worth £65 million. The Brazilian has been a long-term target for Spurs, who continue to back Roberto De Zerbi heavily in the transfer market after an underwhelming campaign.

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‘No conversations about MLS’ - Grealish’s future plan revealed

Questions continue to be asked of what the future holds for Jack Grealish, but Joleon Lescott has told GOAL that “no conversations” have taken place regarding a move to MLS. For now, the Manchester City-owned forward is looking to enjoy a fresh start at the Etihad Stadium or build on a productive loan spell with Everton - as a permanent transfer could still be agreed there.

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Guardiola trying 'to discover life' after Man City exit

Pep Guardiola has revealed he is currently experiencing no desire to return to football management following his departure from Manchester City. The 55-year-old Catalan tactician explained that he is focusing on personal reflection and family life after spending nearly two decades under the intense pressure of elite-level coaching.

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Would Maresca benefit from points deduction? Stance of City boss

The threat of Financial Fair Play (FFP) sanctions continues to hang over Manchester City, but could they end up working in favour of new boss Enzo Maresca? Joleon Lescott has addressed that issue during an exclusive interview with GOAL, as points penalties at the Etihad Stadium would relieve some Premier League title-chasing pressure on Pep Guardiola’s successor.

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Guardiola isn’t bored! England warned off kneejerk Tuchel sack

Pep Guardiola will not yet have grown bored of life outside of management, following his departure from Manchester City, with Joleon Lescott telling GOAL why any kneejerk decisions on Thomas Tuchel’s future as England boss need to be avoided. The German tactician is facing some uncomfortable questions following the Three Lions’ World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.

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Cowboy gear & stuffed animals! Haaland picked up $10,000 bill

Erling Haaland treated his Norway team-mates and staff to an unforgettable $10,000 shopping spree at a famous western store in Dallas during the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester City striker bought cowboy hats, custom boots, and bizarre taxidermy souvenirs, including a $750 raccoon holding a bottle of liquor, after leading his country to a historic quarter-final run in the United States.

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Man City 'pushing hard' to sign Morocco World Cup star Bouaddi

Manchester City are reportedly "pushing hard" to secure the signature of Lille's highly-rated midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi following his breakthrough performances at the World Cup. The Premier League giants are eager to bring the Morocco wonderkid straight to the Etihad Stadium as they look to bolster their midfield options for the upcoming campaign.

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Spurs and Newcastle eye Marmoush as Man City exit looms

Omar Marmoush is set for showdown talks with Manchester City as a host of Premier League clubs prepare to pounce on the Egyptian international. After struggling for consistent game time at the Etihad Stadium, the versatile forward is now attracting serious interest from rivals looking to bolster their attacking options.

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🎥 | David James on England, Liverpool, Alisson & more

From his early life and rise through the game to becoming Liverpool's first-choice goalkeeper, representing England on the international stage, and lifting the FA Cup with Portsmouth, David James reflects on the highs, the challenges and everything he learned along the way in the latest episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast.

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Tuchel 'surprised' by Haaland's England comments

Thomas Tuchel has admitted his surprise at Erling Haaland’s prematch comments ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final clash with Norway. The German manager insisted his squad can handle the mounting expectation after the striker attempted to deflect all the pressure onto the Three Lions by publicly downplaying his team's chances.

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Man City beat Arsenal to sign 17-year-old Leicester winger

Manchester City have completed the signing of highly-rated winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester City in a transfer worth up to £10 million. The Manchester club successfully hijacked Arsenal's advanced pursuit of the 17-year-old talent, who has now signed a five-year contract to integrate into the senior squad at the Etihad Stadium.

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Foden or Eze to Villa unlikely even if Rogers goes for £130m

Morgan Rogers has seen a big-money transfer away from Aston Villa speculated on - potentially at £130 million ($175m) - but Stan Collymore has told GOAL why the likes of Phil Foden and Eberechi Eze are unlikely to be targeted as potential replacements for their fellow England international. Unai Emery is expected to bolster his ranks with a different type of player.