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USMNT's Arfsten finalizes $7.5m Boro transfer

Middlesbrough have finalized an agreement to sign U.S. men's national team and Columbus Crew defender Max Arfsten. Sources told GOAL last week that the deal is worth up to $7.5 million. The move to the Championship club sees Arfsten link up with USMNT teammates Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris, both of whom are also Crew products.

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Man Utd player closes in on a Middlesbrough transfer

Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek is on the verge of completing a permanent transfer to Championship side Middlesbrough. The talented youngster was left on the bench during the recent pre-season victory over Atletico Madrid, clearly signalling his impending departure from Old Trafford as he actively searches for regular first-team football ahead of the new campaign.

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David Sullivan advised to skip West Ham games amid unrest

Former West Ham United chairman David Sullivan has been strongly advised by the operators of the London Stadium not to attend the club's home fixtures. The advice comes amid concerns over potential fan unrest and anti-social behaviour following recent historic sexual misconduct allegations, which the former director categorically denies.

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Reynolds & Mac to spend £10m-plus? Wrexham transfer prediction

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have never been shy when it comes to spending at Wrexham, with Lee Trundle telling GOAL why more transfer business is to be expected. The Red Dragons continue to chase the Premier League promotion dream, with it possible that more records will be broken as players arrive in deals that are worth more than £10 million ($13m).

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Hangover Part IV! Vegas break benefits as Wrexham target set

Wrexham appear to be benefitting from a Las Vegas-free summer, but Lee Trundle has told GOAL that the Red Dragons will be back in the promotion hunt next season. Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have avoided the funding of a fourth successive trip to Sin City, but collective sights in North Wales remain locked on the Premier League and another visit to Nevada.

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Wrexham agree £3m deal for Preston captain Whiteman

Wrexham have taken another significant step in their Hollywood-backed journey by agreeing a £3 million deal to sign Preston North End captain Ben Whiteman. The midfielder has been granted permission to undergo a medical as Phil Parkinson looks to add proven Championship experience to his ranks at the Racecourse Ground.

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Staveley leads West Ham takeover bid

Amanda Staveley is poised to make a dramatic return to English football as she leads a consortium to acquire a significant stake in West Ham United. The deal marks a new chapter for the Hammers following Staveley's high-profile departure from Newcastle United in 2024.

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‘Punch me moment’ - Reynolds living dream as Wrexham face Liverpool

Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has described the club's upcoming pre-season friendly against Liverpool at Yankee Stadium as a "punch me moment" as the Welsh side’s incredible rise reaches new heights in New York. The Hollywood star is preparing to watch his Championship outfit take on the Premier League giants in one of the world's most iconic sporting venues.

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Wrexham to sign Newcastle director

Wrexham are nearing a significant off-field breakthrough as they close in on the appointment of Newcastle United’s Steve Nickson. The Red Dragons are preparing to bring the recruitment specialist to the Racecourse Ground in a newly-created sporting director role to lead their charge toward the top flight.

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Eckert hit with FA charges in Spygate saga

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been officially charged by the Football Association following the explosive Spygate scandal that rocked the Championship last season. The 33-year-old manager faces three separate breaches of FA Rule E3.1 surrounding allegations of spying on multiple league opponents.

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Kyogo departs Brady's Birmingham to join LA Galaxy in MLS

Kyogo Furuhashi has officially completed a transfer to the LA Galaxy, leaving Birmingham City after a highly disappointing spell. The Japanese forward struggled to find his form in the Championship following his £10 million ($13m) move, which ultimately led to him missing the 2026 World Cup. Now, Furuhashi hopes to revive his career in Major League Soccer and regain his prolific goalscoring touch.

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‘Bank balance’ good but Phillips sent ‘nobody wants you’ warning

While Kalvin Phillips’ bank balance will be “looking well”, fellow Leeds United academy graduate Matt Kilgallon has told GOAL why the Manchester City flop risks finding himself in a position where “nobody wants you”. The former England international has become stuck in a serious rut, with the right call needing to be made this summer in order to get his career back on track.

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Reynolds & Mac bid farewell to Mullin as Wrexham confirm contract termination

Wrexham AFC have confirmed the departure of club legend Paul Mullin following the mutual termination of his contract, bringing a definitive end to a fairytale five-year spell at the Racecourse Ground. The 31-year-old striker, who was fundamental to the club’s meteoric rise under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, leaves as a free agent to find a new challenge.

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‘Anderson route’ - Can Hackney tread path from EFL to England?

Hayden Hackney is a man in demand, with former Middlesbrough star Gary Pallister telling GOAL why the talented midfielder could tread a similar career path to England international and £130 million ($172m) Manchester City transfer target Elliot Anderson. Having proven himself in the EFL ranks, classy playmaker Hackney is ready to take the Premier League by storm.

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Wrexham mock Southampton over Spygate scandal

Wrexham have aimed a dig at Southampton over the 'Spygate' scandal with a brutal social media post following the release of the 2026-27 Championship fixture list. The Red Dragons wasted no time in mocking their upcoming opponents after the Saints were famously expelled from the play-offs last season.

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Ex-Watford midfielder handed 11-game ban for racist abuse of U21s player

Former Watford midfielder Pierre Dwomoh has been hit with an 11-match suspension by the Football Association following a series of racist incidents involving an Under-21 team-mate. The governing body described the player’s actions as "completely unacceptable" after he targeted a fellow professional with heritage-based slurs during training ground warm-ups.

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Reynolds and Mac remain committed to Wrexham dream

Wrexham's meteoric rise through the English football pyramid has captured the world's imagination, but questions often linger about how long the Hollywood glitz will last at the Racecourse Ground. After a season that saw the club narrowly miss out on the Championship play-offs, CEO Michael Williamson has addressed the long-term commitment of co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac.

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Hackney warned over 'wrong club' choice amid Man Utd interest

Middlesbrough standout Hayden Hackney has been warned that a move to a "big club" could stall his meteoric rise if he does not prioritise playing time over a lucrative contract. The 23-year-old is at the centre of an escalating transfer battle involving Manchester United, Everton, and Tottenham as he enters the final year of his deal at the Riverside.