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SPORTLaLiga: My dreams came true when I signed for Madrid—Luka Modric

Croatia international Luka Modric has expressed delight following his contract extension at Real Madrid.

Modric, 38, will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu until June 30, 2025, following a one-year extension of his deal.

Real Madrid announced on Wednesday via their website that the Croatian has signed to remain at the club for one more year.

Rodri is the new favorite in the race for the 2024 Ballon d'Or according to Goal.

Bellingham has dropped to 3rd place, while Carvajal and Lautaro Martinez have surged into the top 5. The top 5 are:

▪️Rodri (Man City/Spain)

▪️Vinicius (Real/Brazil)

▪️Bellingham (Real/England)

▪️Carvajal (Real/Spain)

▪️Lautaro Martinez (Inter/Argentina)

The England national team will try to persuade Guardiola to lead them in 2025.

The FA is ready to wait for Pep's decision regarding his future at Man City and temporarily appoint Lee Carsley, the coach of England's U21 team, as the acting head coach.

Thiago Alcantara has joined Flick's coaching staff at Barcelona.

The 33-year-old Catalan academy graduate recently announced his retirement from playing and is now returning home.

Lenny Yoro is heading to England

Lenny Yoro is heading to England for a medical with Manchester United.

Lille has accepted Manchester United's offer of €62 million.

Joachim Low takes decision on replacing Southgate

Former Germany coach, Joachim Low wants the vacant England job, UK Sun reports.

Recall that Southgate recently resigned as the manager of the Three Lions following the conclusion of the Euro 2024.

Southgate had led England to the Euro 2024 final where they lost 2-1 to champions Spain.

Ibrahimovic’s son signs first pro contract at AC Milan

Maximilian, the son of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, has signed his first professional contract at the Serie A club.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, made the announcement on his X account on Thursday.

According to Romano, Maximilian will start playing with AC Milan’s youth team Milan Futuro.

Borussia Dortmund have announced the signing of striker Seru Girassi from Stuttgart.

The Germans will pay the football player's club compensation in the amount of about 17.5 million euros.💲

Seru last season played 30 matches in which he scored 30 goals and provided 3 assists.

Transfer: Arsenal eye ex-Man City star after failing to sign Nico Williams

Arsenal are reportedly plotting a move for Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane after failing to sign top target Nico Williams.

According to Football Transfers, Bayern Munich would be open to negotiate with Arsenal if an offer of over £40 million came their way.

New Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has maintained that he would like to keep hold of the former Manchester City winger.

Transfer: Leny Yoro’s likely shirt number at Man Utd revealed

Transfer: Leny Yoro’s likely shirt number at Man Utd revealed

Leny Yoro will be able to continue wearing his favoured number 15 shirt after completing his transfer from Lille to Manchester United.

United confirmed Yoro’s arrival on Thursday, after they agreed a £52m deal with the Ligue 1 side.

Transfer: Conte ready to allow Osimhen leave Napoli

Napoli manager Antonio Conte has said he will not stand in the way of Victor Osimhen as he seeks to leave this summer.

Osimhen is expected to leave the former Serie A champions, with a €130 million release clause in his contract.

The Super Eagles striker is keen on Paris Saint-Germain, who are now trying to reach an agreement with Napoli.

EPL: Iwobi targets better season with Fulham

Alex Iwobi is hoping for a successful season with Premier League club, Fulham this year.

Marco Silva’s side finished 13th position in the English top-flight last season.

The Whites also made it to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup where they lost to eventual winners, Liverpool.

Chelsea’s EPL rival set to sign Kante

Chelsea’s Premier League rival West Ham United are reportedly set to sign N’Golo Kante this summer transfer window.

Kante completed a free transfer from Stamford Bridge to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad last summer.

His performances for France at Euro 2024 have proved that he can still compete at the top level.

West Ham are interested in signing N'golo Kante.

The club is already negotiating with Al-Ittihad. Estimated transfer amount – 20 million euros

N'Golo Kante linked with shock Premier League return with West Ham keen on signing Al-Ittihad star

N'Golo Kante could make a shock Premier League return as West Ham are keen on signing the Al-Ittihad star.

Kante has two years left on contract

West Ham need to pay sizeable transfer fee

Could struggle to meet player's wage demands

WHAT HAPPENED?

The French midfielder, renowned for his tenacity and work rate, previously enjoyed title-winning spells at both Leicester City and Chelsea before making a high-profile move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad last year. Since heading to the Middle East, Kante has been a significant presence on the pitch, amassing 46 appearances across all competitions last season.

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The biggest picture

According to Sky Sports, the Hammers are contemplating bringing back Kante to English shores. However, the potential acquisition of the French midfielder is estimated to cost around £20 million ($26m) as his contract with Al-Ittihad runs until 2026. Moreover, the player's substantial wages might pose a challenge for the Premier League outfit.

Under the leadership of head coach Julen Lopetegui, West Ham are planning to substantially bolster their squad with cost-effective options. Alongside their interest in Kante, West Ham are also monitoring several other players, including Manchester United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson, and Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo. They have already spent approximately £60 million ($78m) so far on incomings, including Wolves defender Max Kilman and Brazilian forward Luis Guilherme.

They’ve courage – Ferguson names two players who represent ‘heart and soul’ of Man Utd

Former Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson has named the two players who represent the ‘heart and soul’ of the Red Devils.

The two players are Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.

Ferguson said the duo are young and also have courage.

English club Manchester United has allowed Brazilian winger Antony to go on loan, reports ESPN.

However, according to the source, this is possible only if the club that loans the 24-year-old player agrees to pay his full salary.

It is noted that Antony's weekly earnings with the Red Devils amount to £70,000.

In the 2023/24 season, Antony played 38 matches in all competitions, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists. The Transfer-market portal values him at €25 million.

Arsenal agreed with "Bologna" for Riccardo Calafiori

Arsenal agreed with "Bologna" for Riccardo Calafiori for €45 million, taking into account bonuses plus % in case of resale.

In order to complete the deal, the last point remains to be settled: "Basel" and "Bologna" must agree on the terms of payment of 50% of the transfer amount, which belongs to the Swiss club for the sale

De Bruyne agrees deal to leave Man City

Manchester City playmaker, Kevin De Bruyne, has reportedly agreed personal terms with Saudi Pro League side, Al-Ittihad.

Onyedika’s Club Brugge start new season with defeat

Super Eagles midfielder, Raphael Onyedika started the new season on a disappointing note with Club Brugge losing 2-1 to Union St. Gilloise in the Belgian Super Cup.

The Super Cup ushered in the new league season in Belgium which gets underway next weekend.

Onyedika started the keenly contested game from the bench.

Arsenal, Man Utd among five clubs battling to sign Olmo

Arsenal and Manchester United are among five clubs interested in signing Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig this summer.

The three other remaining clubs are Manchester City, Barcelona and Bayern Munich, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Olmo’s move could happen within the next few weeks.

James Rodriguez to leave São Paulo, eyes return to Europe

Ex-Real Madrid and Bayern Munich player James Rodriguez is set to become a free agent by mutually terminating his contract with São Paulo.

This move comes on the heels of an impressive Copa América performance, where the Colombian star demonstrated that his competitive fire is still very much alive.

Chelsea terminates defender’s contract as Man Utd submits De Ligt offer

Chelsea have terminated the contract of Malang Sarr.

Sarr will now leave the Premier League club for RC Lens as a free agent.

This was revealed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, on Monday.

Lionel Messi ruled out of MLS All-Star Game

Lionel Messi ruled out of MLS All-Star Game due to horror Copa America injury - with Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez also unavailable

Lionel Messi will miss the 2024 MLS All-Star Game, with Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez also being ruled out through injury.

Argentine damaged ankle in Copa final

Uruguayan striker nursing knee problem

MLS top scorer Arango serving suspension

LaLiga: I’ll squeeze him in – Ancelotti on Mbappe’s position in Real Madrid team

Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has said he will “squeeze in” Kylian Mbappe into his team.

There have been speculations about the position Mbappe will play for the LaLiga champions.

The 25-year-old has formally completed his move to Real as a free agent after leaving Paris Saint-Germain.

De Bruyne not leaving Manchester City-Guardiola

Manchester City, Manager, Pep Guardiola, has confirmed that Kevin de Bruyne will not leave the club this summer amid transfer speculation of the Belgian midfield maestro plying his trade for Saudi Pro League.

According to a tweet from Fabrizio Romano on Tuesday, “Pep Guardiola has just confirmed that Kevin de Bruyne will NOT sign for Saudi Pro League this summer. “No, Kevin is NOT leaving,’ Pep says.”

Saudi club, Al-Ahli enter race for Lookman

Saudi club, Al-Ahli are the latest club to be linked with a move for Atalanta winger, Ademola Lookman.

Another Saudi club, Al-Ittihad reportedly registered interest in Lookman earlier in the summer.

The People’s club later put an end to their interest after failing to reach an agreement with Atalanta.

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