Archive for June 30th, 2022

Chelsea forward Pernille Harder (right) is a key player for DenmarkEuro 2022 kicks off in one week’s time, with Europe’s best players descending on England for the tournament. Who are the stars to look out for? BBC Sport has picked out 10 players who could have a big impact for their countries this summer. All…

Chelsea are close to agreeing a £55m deal with Leeds United to buy 25-year-old Brazil forward Raphinha, who is also attracting interest from Arsenal and Barcelona. (Guardian)external-linkChelsea have turned their attention to 27-year-old Inter Milan and Slovakia defender Milan Skriniar, who is also a target for Paris St-Germain, after deeming the £102m release clause of…

Botman is the third of Eddie Howe’s summer signingsNewcastle United have agreed a deal in principle with Lille to sign defender Sven Botman for a fee of £32m with a further £2.5m in add-ons.Dutchman Botman, 22, has completed his medical on Tyneside and agreed terms on a five-year contract.The formalities of the transfer are set…

Minamino scored 11 goals and provided two assists for Liverpool across all competitions last seasonMonaco have confirmed the signing of Japan forward Takumi Minamino for £15.5m from Liverpool on a four-year deal.The Ligue 1 side were one of a number of clubs interested in the 27-year-old, who joined the Reds from Red Bull Salzburg for…

Steffen made nine appearances for Manchester City last seasonManchester City goalkeeper Zack Steffen is close to sealing a season-long loan move to Middlesbrough.The 27-year-old wants to play regularly to cement his position in the United States World Cup squad.With Ederson secure in the number one spot at City, Steffen knows there is no chance of…

Tottenham want to sign Brazil forward Richarlison, 25, and English winger Anthony Gordon, 21, from Everton in a double deal. Chelsea are also interested in Richarlison. (Sky Sports)external-linkBut Everton are not interested in selling Gordon, whose contract with the Goodison Park club runs until 2025, as part of any transfer involving Richarlison. (Liverpool Echo)external-linkSpurs are…

We know about the big-money summer signings looking to take the Premier League by storm this season, but who are some of the youngsters hoping this is their big season? Here are 10 we think could be worth following, from those hoping to make a breakthrough to others who could have a huge impact.Charlie Patino…

Fernandinho won 13 trophies in nine years at Manchester CityFormer Manchester City captain Fernandinho has re-signed for Brazilian side Athletico Paranaense, the club where he started his career. The 37-year-old former Brazil player said he had offers from several clubs but was “fulfilling a personal wish to wear the Athletico shirt again”.Fernandinho left City at…

Watch highlights as England U19s defeat Norway 4-1 in their opening game of the European Championship…

Watford were relegated from the Premier League last seasonWatford have cancelled a friendly against the Qatar national side after complaints from supporters’ groups concerned about human rights.Rob Edwards’ side were due to face the World Cup hosts on the final day of a pre-season camp in Austria on 10 July.When the fixture was first announced,…