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Arteta Stunned by £120m Diomande Deal and Four £100m Transfers
Mikel Arteta admits surprise at the current transfer market as Yan Diomande’s £120m move headlines a summer featuring four £100m deals.

Bellingham Returns to Madrid for 'Dream' Link-up With José Mourinho
Jude Bellingham returned to Valdebebas on Wednesday following a seven-goal World Cup campaign to begin his fourth season under new coach José Mourinho.

Chelsea Sets £120m Friday Deadline for Enzo Fernández Amid City Interest
Chelsea has established a 5 p.m. UK deadline this Friday for Manchester City to meet a £120 million valuation for midfielder Enzo Fernández.

Barça Prepare New €70m Rodri Bid After Midfielder Agrees Personal Terms
Barcelona is set to submit a renewed offer for Rodri, valued by Manchester City at over €70 million, after the midfielder chose the Spanish champions over Real Madrid.

New Zealand Football Breaks With OFC to Oppose Gianni Infantino Re-election
New Zealand Football has formally withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's 2027 FIFA presidential bid, citing a breakdown in trust.

Djed Spence Lands in Milan for €30m Inter Move After 85 Spurs Games
Djed Spence arrived in Italy early Friday morning to finalize a move to Inter Milan following his 44-appearance season at Tottenham.

Arsenal vs Coventry City to Debut New 60-Second Injury and VAR Rule Changes
The 2026-27 Premier League season begins with Arsenal hosting Coventry City under new IFAB laws, including a 60-second mandatory pitch absence for injured players.

Manchester City Sell Tijjani Reijnders to Al Qadsiah in $70.1 Million Deal
Tijjani Reijnders is set to join Brendan Rodgers at Al Qadsiah for £52 million after scoring seven goals in 47 games for Manchester City.

Celta Vigo vs. Osasuna Postponed Due to Fungus Outbreak at Estadio de Balaidos
The LaLiga opener postponed between Celta Vigo and Osasuna has sparked a scheduling dispute after a fungus outbreak ruined the pitch.