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Manchester City reject Barcelona’s initial offer for Rodri

Barcelona make €45m Rodri offer to Manchester City - The New York Times

Manchester City have rejected Barcelona’s opening bid for midfielder Rodri, deeming the offer too low. Barca’s interest in the player reportedly continues.

Lisbon sees Hearts suffer heavy defeat to Benfica in Europa League qualifier

Benfica 6-1 Hearts: Vrancken's side suffer first-leg mauling in Lisbon

Hearts suffer a heavy 6-1 defeat to Benfica in Lisbon during their Europa League qualifier first leg, dimming hopes for progression. Read the match report.

Leeds United sign James Trafford from Manchester City in record deal

Leeds United transfer news: James Trafford joins from Manchester City in deal worth up to £45m

Leeds United secure England international goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City in a record-breaking £45m deal. Read more about this significant transf

Manchester United confirm midfield signing after year-long pursuit

Man Utd confirm new midfield signing after year-long pursuit - London Evening Standard

Manchester United confirms the signing of 18-year-old Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco from Fortaleza CEIF after a year-long pursuit. Discover more about Un

Leeds United secures James Trafford in club-record deal

Leeds signing James Trafford is a statement of intent for club on the up

Leeds United shatters club record, signing goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City for an initial £40m. The third summer acquisition.

Madrid secures Vinicius Junior with new six-year deal

Vinicius signs new six-year contract with Real Madrid in Arsenal blow - TNT Sports

Real Madrid confirms Vinicius Junior’s new six-year contract, securing his future until 2032 and ending speculation about a move to clubs like Arsenal.

Uefa maintains stance on Fifa president despite backing from management board

Gianni Infantino: Uefa says Fifa's backing of its president 'changes nothing'

Uefa stands firm against Fifa president Gianni Infantino despite board backing, hinting at potential European team boycotts, including the World Cup, over aband

Real Madrid complete deal for Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig

Yan Diomande transfer news: Real Madrid complete deal for Ivory Coast international with RB Leipzig

Real Madrid confirm the signing of Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a reported £120m. He’s committed to a seven-year deal until 2033.

Real Madrid await Vinicius Junior’s contract decision amid Arsenal interest

Vinicius Junior transfer news: Arsenal feel Real Madrid forward increasingly likely to stay at Spanish giants - Paper Talk

Real Madrid awaits Vinicius Junior’s contract decision on a £19m+ per year offer, as Arsenal’s hopes of signing the Brazil winger fade. Will he stay?

UEFA maintains boycott stance as FIFA president remains in position

Gianni Infantino: Fifa president remains after tumultuous period

UEFA continues its boycott stance against FIFA, despite Gianni Infantino remaining president. This follows Infantino’s abandoned plan to sell World Cup stakes.