Williams snubs Barcelona; Osimhen eyeing Man Utd move
2025-07-04T09:41:50Z
Jonathan David's move to Juventus is moving closer. The Canadian forward has been a free agent since leaving Ligue 1 side Lille earlier this summer.
2025-07-04T09:38:24Z
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A new challenge is on the horizon for former Arsenal and Cardiff midfielder Aaron Ramsey. He has joined the Mexican team Pumas UNAM.
2025-07-04T09:35:33Z
Birmingham have signed former QPR and Blackpool attacker Bright Osayi-Samuel from Turkish giants Fenerbahçe.
2025-07-04T09:28:14Z
Confirmation here of Williams' new deal at Athletic Club. A very long-term contract.
2025-07-04T09:19:26Z
Nico Williams has revealed his reasons for staying put at Athletic Club. The Spanish attacker turned down Barcelona and signed a new deal with the Bilbao outfit.
2025-07-04T09:14:07Z
Some WSL news breaking this morning. Spurs have announced their new manager for next season.
2025-07-04T09:10:35Z
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Arsenal are also looking to add more firepower to their midfield for next season, with Nottingham Forest's midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White a key summer target.
2025-07-04T09:09:18Z
First up, Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has reportedly made a decision over his future, which puts Manchester United in the driving seat.
2025-07-04T09:08:05Z
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