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Liverpool Barcola deal difficult to complete after talks with PSG

Liverpool have held preliminary talks with Paris Saint-Germain over the possibility of signing Bradley Barcola.

Papers: Arsenal could hijack Liverpool's move for Barcola

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...

Debut Lankshear goal sees Boro past Wrexham as Wolves & Stevenage progress

Will Lankshear's debut strike ensured Middlesbrough made a winning start to the season as they beat Wrexham 1-0 in the Carabao Cup first round.

Arsenal latest: Jesus' agent spotted at Napoli training amid interest

Newcastle latest: Move being explored for ex-Spurs midfielder Hojbjerg

Newcastle stand firm on Hall after rejecting Man Utd approach

Newcastle United have told Manchester United that full-back Lewis Hall is not for sale this summer, after an initial enquiry was rejected.

Man City reject Barcelona offer for Rodri

Manchester City have knocked back an initial offer from Barcelona for Rodri that is considered far too low.

Chelsea latest: Fernandez would be 'dream' Rodri replacement for Maresca

No Vini Jr, no Rogers - so what do Arsenal do now?

No Vinicius Junior, no Morgan Rogers - what do Arsenal do now in their bid to improve their forward line this summer?

Liverpool latest: What should Reds pay for Barcola - and is Araujo loan a good move?

Man Utd latest: Cunha, Dalot to miss PSG friendly due to illness

Bayern hold off late surge from Villa to win in Hong Kong

Bayern Munich held off a late fightback from Aston Villa to secure a 2-1 victory in Hong Kong, bringing the pre-season tours of Asia for both sides to a close.

PL pre-season: Palace beat Fulham as Tomiyasu makes Eagles debut

PL pre-season fixtures: Chelsea, Spurs and Man Utd playing on Saturday

Premier League clubs are getting ready for the new campaign with pre-season under way.

Araujo set for surprise Liverpool loan move

Liverpool have agreed a surprise deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo to join on loan for the season.

Liverpool close to signing Barcelona's Araujo on loan

Liverpool are close to signing Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to purchase.

All done deals in August 2026

Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.

Will Lankshear starts off in style to see Middlesbrough past Wrexham

Will Lankshear’s debut strike ensured Middlesbrough made a winning start to the season as they beat Wrexham 1-0 in the Carabao Cup first round. Lankshear, a £10m summer signing from Tottenham, scored the only goal of the

Man City explore Fernandez move - Saturday's gossip

Manchester City explore Enzo Fernandez move, Arsenal could battle Manchester United for Pio Esposito and Liverpool yet to agree Bradley Barcola fee, plus more.

Infantino’s World Cup sell-off debacle has rocked football but Fifa’s crisis has deep and rotten roots

It has been a remarkable few days for an institution that may be irredeemable but this is a story that stretches back to a decision in 2010 There are decades in which nothing happens, and weeks in which decades happen, a

Coventry sign Ghana's Yirenkyi for record fee

Premier League newcomers Coventry City have completed the club-record signing of Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi.

Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president

Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private investment plan - but it may not be that easy.

The Guardian view on Gianni Infantino: in the interests of the game he professes to love, he should go | Editorial

The Fifa president’s attempt to brazen out the storm, after attempting to sell a stake in the World Cup to private equity, adds insult to injury “How did you go bankrupt?” a character is asked in Ernest Hemingway’s novel

France set to take part in U20 Women's World Cup despite Uefa boycott threat

France say they are still planning to compete in the Under-20 Women's World Cup next month despite a threat from Uefa to boycott Fifa competitions.

France set to take part in U20 Women's World Cup

France say they are still planning to compete in the Under-20 Women's World Cup next month despite a threat from Uefa to boycott Fifa competitions.

Barca cancel friendly in Morocco after Ceuta border crisis

Barcelona cancel pre-season friendly in Morocco because of the ongoing border crisis in Ceuta.

Palace sign defender Tomiyasu after pre-season trial

Crystal Palace complete the signing of Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu following a successful pre-season trial.

Manchester City reject Barcelona’s opening £38.5m bid for Rodri as talks continue

Mourinho reportedly unhappy over Barça hijack City ready to seal deal for Morocco star Bouaddi Manchester City have rejected an offer of £38.5m (€45m) from Barcelona for Rodri and want at least £60m before allowing Spain

Perimeter walls around pitches banned after Vigar death

The Football Association has banned solid perimeter walls around pitches after a safety review following the death of former Arsenal youth player Billy Vigar.

Why can't the Premier League attract the world's best players?

Vinicius Jr chose to stay at Real Madrid, but why does the Premier League rarely attract global superstars at their peak?

When is the EFL Cup second-round draw?

The second-round draw of the EFL Cup takes place on Monday, with 11 Premier League teams entering the competition.

Boardroom struggle deepens gloom as West Ham prepare for life on the outside

The power battle over Vanessa Gold’s shares and the David Sullivan Panorama allegations are overshadowing the start of the season in the Championship There have been 10 summers of West Ham’s London Stadium tenancy and a

A secret invite and other 'pinch-me' moments before Leicester woke up

Leicester are gearing up for League One but 10 years ago they were defending Premier League champions. The dream moments haven't been forgotten.

Man City reject Barcelona's £38.5m bid for Rodri

Manchester City are open to selling midfielder Rodri but would demand more than £60m for the Spain captain.

Norway call for Infantino to resign as Mexico and Conmebol chief back president

The Norwegian Football Federation calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to resign after he attempted to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

Emotional Guimaraes wanted Arsenal move, says Newcastle chief

Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club did not plan to sell Bruno Guimaraes, but their "very emotional" captain wanted to join Arsenal.

Lucy Bronze backs Uefa’s stance on boycotting Fifa for ‘good of the game’

Chelsea defender speaking in Auckland before friendly September’s Under-20 Women’s World Cup under threat Lucy Bronze has backed Uefa’s stance on boycotting all Fifa competitions for the “good of the game” and to safegua

Atletico hold talks with Spurs captain Romero

Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.

Tottenham and Atlético in talks over Romero with Van de Ven set to sign new deal

Simeone keen on move for Spurs defender Van de Ven expected to pen five-year extension Tottenham are in talks with Atlético Madrid over the sale of Cristian Romero after categorically rejecting Arsenal’s approach for the