Vincent Kompany’s reign as Burnley boss got off to a winning start with a 1-0 victory at Huddersfield in the opening match of the new Sky Bet Championship season.On-loan Chelsea winger Ian Maatsen marked his Clarets debut with the only goal of the game as Burnley secured three points on their return to the second tier following six seasons of top-flight football.Huddersfield were a pale sh...Full Story »

Atalanta closing in on LookmanAtalanta are closing in on a deal for RB Leipzig winger Ademola Lookman - according to Gianluca Di Marzio. The Italian outfit will pay €15 million (£13m/$15m) for the 24-year-old, who played on loan at Leicester City last season. Negotiations with Leipzig are now at an advanced stage, with Atalanta hoping to finalise a deal in the coming days. Alti...Full Story »

Jensen Weir will be available for Morecambe’s Sky Bet League One opener against Shrewsbury.The Brighton loanee can fight for a place in the Shrimpers’ midfield, having made a season-long switch from the south coast.Southampton loanee Caleb Watts can add further steel to Derek Adams’ midfield set-up too.The likes of Donald Love and Farrend Rawson are also in line for competitive...Full Story »

A much-changed Derby side will step into third-tier action for the first time in 36 years in Saturday’s League One home clash with Oxford.Caretaker boss Liam Rosenior could almost field an entire starting XI of new recruits.The Rams have brought in 11 free-transfer signings in a hectic summer entirely underpinned by a protracted takeover that was only completed earlier this month.Midfielde...Full Story »

Sutton will begin their second season of Sky Bet League Two football with a home game against fellow 2021-22 play-off challengers Newport.Manager Matt Gray has seen goalkeeper Dean Bouzanis and winger David Ajiboye join Reading and Peterborough respectively.But he has brought in a number of newcomers, including former Walsall keeper Jack Rose, while Luke Gambin could feature against one of his f...Full Story »

Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has found love again with a glamorous Brazilian — days after his divorce was granted Credit: BackGrid Tuchel, 48, whisked away business boss and mother Natalie Max, 35, to relaxing Sardinia Credit: BackGrid A holidaymaker said: 'They held hands at every opportunity and loo...Full Story »

Tottenham loan out Scarlett HERE HE IS 🌟 ✍️ England U19 international Dane Scarlett has joined #Pompey on a season-long loan from @SpursOfficial— Portsmouth FC (@Pompey) July 27, 2022 Wijnaldum nears Roma loan Gini #Wijnaldum is getting closer to #ASRoma, which are confident to try to reach an agreement with #PSG for a loan. The dutch midfielder has already given his av...Full Story »

Timbers near deal for Colombian youth international The Portland Timbers are set to sign Colombian youth international Juan David Mosquera, according to MLSSoccer.com. The 19-year-old right back has made 59 appearances for Medellin, but will now head to MLS for a $1.9 million fee. Villarreal attempted to highjack the deal late, but Mosquera will be headed to Portland to continue his career. ...Full Story »

Arsenal and Newcastle must reportedly overcome a huge 'complication' if they are to sign Lucas Paqueta from Lyon this summer, with the French club's incoming new owner John Textor thought to be keen on retaining the Brazilian. The Premier League pair have, however, been boosted by the news that the midfielder is understood to be eager to embark on a new challenge. Both Arsenal and Newcastle hav...Full Story »

Inter Milan legend Riccardo Ferri has been named new team manager. He replaces Lele Oriali, who had shared duties with his position as Italy team manager. Ferri turns 59 next month and spent almost his entire career at San Siro. The former centre-back came up through the Inter academy, wore the jersey from 1981 to 1994, retiring in 1996 after a two-season stint at Sampdoria. Ferri has been...Full Story »

Napoli close to Simeone 🚨Giovanni Simeone 🔜 Napoli ⌛🇦🇷🔵 #ForzaNapoliSempre https://t.co/CvA8WaGwkB pic.twitter.com/iNjCgXWm8z— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) July 25, 2022 Juve seek to offload Arthur and Ramsey Official Juventus statement now announce Paul Pogba's injury to lateral meniscus, new medical tests to follow - he's not traveling with the squad to Dallas 🇫🇷 #...Full Story »

Brighton to move for Man Utd's Williams Brighton will move to bring Manchester United's Brandon Williams on-board if Manchester City's deal for Marc Cucurella ultimately goes through, per The Mirror. The Seagulls have knocked back the Premier League champions' first offer, but it appears likely the Citizens will try again. If they do ultimately prize Cucurella away, Williams - who spent las...Full Story »

Rick & Morty along with Mo Salah and Vivianne Miedema Mohamed Salah and Vivianne Miedema have joined both Rick and Morty to promote the Adidas X SPEEDPORTAL soccer cleats, a special edition that is "designed to unlock speed in all dimensions." In the 90-second short, we get to see the traditional way that creators Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland introduce their paid partnerships with commerc...Full Story »

Atletico step up Ronaldo pursuit with Griezmann sale Atletico Madrid will put Antoine Griezmann up for sale so that they can fund a move for Cristiano Ronaldo, according to The Times. The Spanish side are eager to sign the Portuguese attacker from Manchester United but they must make space on their wage budget before they can afford him. Atalanta in talks to sign Tavares from Arsenal and ta...Full Story »

MIKE DEAN has been busy building a man cave since hanging up his whistle at the end of last season. The legendary referee, 54, called it a day after 22 years at Premier League level and several incidents of controversy. Mike Dean retired at the end of last season Chelsea gifted Mike Dean a signed shirt after his final game Dean was also given a special Tranmere shirt for his 500th game His ...Full Story »

PL trio offered Euro 2020 winner Belotti Newcastle, Everton and West Ham have all been offered the chance to sign Euro 2020 winner Andrea Belotti, says The Sun. The Italy international is a free agent after ending his seven-year stay with Torino at the end of last term. But with no new club yet, his representatives are looking to cement a Premier League switch, with the Magpies, the Toffees...Full Story »

Tottenham Hotspur have been more than active during the transfer window, bringing in no fewer than six signings after just over a third of the window. As Daniel Levy tries to arm Antonio Conte with a team capable of holding its own against anyone, Spurs look well-prepared to qualify for Champions League football again. Yet there is still some work to be carried out in the market. Levy’s...Full Story »

Man City offered Benfica left-back GrimaldoManchester City have been offered the chance to sign Benfica left-back Alejandro Grimaldo - according to iNews. The Premier League champions could make an offer for the 26-year-old if they fail to land first-choice defensive target Marc Cucurella. Grimaldo, who has also been linked with a return to Barcelona, recorded five goals and five assists in ...Full Story »

Frenkie de Jong's future is still up in the air with Man Utd interested in a transfer and Barcelona looking to free up wages while his fiancee is eager to stay put in Catalonia Frenkie de Jong's girlfriend doesn't fancy a Man Utd move (Image: INSTAGRAM@mikkykiemeney) Manchester United have suffered another blow with Frenkie de Jong’s fiancee reportedly unwilling to leave Barcelona. Unit...Full Story »

In the wake of a turbulent campaign, the attacking midfielder is enjoying a new style on and off the field under the Dutchman Bruno Fernandes says he and his Manchester United team-mates have "no problems" with their refreshed, disciplined approach under new boss Erik ten Hag, with the Portuguese playmaker suggesting that the results are already there for supporters and rivals to see. Ten Ha...Full Story »