Lewandowkski said ‘yes’ to Man Utd but transfer never happened
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Robert Lewandowski, one of football’s greatest strikers, revealed he agreed to join Manchester United in 2012 after a direct call from legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson. However, Borussia Dortmund, his club at the time, blocked the transfer, considering him too valuable to let go.
This missed move remains one of football’s!-->!-->…
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Hummels revels in ‘perfect’ farewell as co-star left ‘a little sad’
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Borussia Dortmund legend Mats Hummels enjoyed an emotional and perfect farewell in his final pre-season friendly against Juventus, where the defender captained the team briefly before being substituted to thunderous applause.
Although Dortmund lost 2-1, the occasion was marked by heartfelt tributes and personal reflections by!-->!-->…
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Barcelona’s Camp Nou return hit by 200 safety snags
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Barcelona’s much-anticipated return to the newly renovated Camp Nou stadium has been delayed due to over 200 identified safety issues and pending permits.
This means fans will have to wait until at least mid-September 2025 to witness Barca's homecoming match at Camp Nou, initially planned for August.
The stadium currently allows…
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Tottenham launch unexpected move for Man City winger Savinho
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Tottenham Hotspur has launched a surprising move to sign Manchester City winger Savinho, with negotiations underway for a deal reportedly worth around €50 million (£43.3 million).
While Man City values Savinho highly and is reluctant to sell, the Brazilian star is open to a switch, aiming to fill Tottenham's void following James!-->!-->…
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Another suitor for Sancho! New Serie A side join race for Man Utd winger
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Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, who has struggled to make a lasting impact at Old Trafford, is now attracting multiple suitors from Serie A.
Juventus has shown serious interest and made offers around £17-26 million, but Inter Milan and AS Roma have also entered the bidding war. Sancho's transfer saga highlights his search!-->!-->…
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From Messi to Yamal: Two Gamper Debuts, Worlds Apart
Barcelona’s young No. 10 steps into the spotlight with a résumé that took Messi years to build
On Sunday night, all eyes will be on Lamine Yamal when Barcelona host Como in the Joan Gamper Trophy. The 18-year-old winger will step out in the famous No. 10 shirt for the first time in the preseason showcase, a number that in Barcelona means more than…
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Community Shield: Crystal Palace edge new-look Liverpool on penalties after 2-2 draw
Crystal Palace shocked Liverpool to lift their first-ever Community Shield, winning 3-2 on penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw at Wembley on Sunday.
Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong scored on debut for the Premier League champions, but Palace fought back through Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr before holding their nerve in a tense…
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Arsenal still ‘looking at options’ after £190m spending spree
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Arsenal has invested nearly £190 million in new signings during the 2025 summer transfer window but remains active in scouting options, particularly in attack.
Despite this heavy spending, the club is balancing ambitions with financial sustainability rules and may still pursue additional reinforcements. This article deep dives!-->!-->…
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Barca’s Busquets regen on road to redemption after injury
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Sergio Busquets, Barcelona’s iconic midfielder, has faced a challenging injury recovery yet remains on a promising path to reclaiming his pivotal role both at Barca and beyond.
This article explores his recent ankle injury, the impact on his career, the emergence of his Barcelona regeneration prototype (regen), and what fans and!-->!-->…
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Reijnders bags brace as Man City sweep Palermo aside 3-0
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Manchester City dominated Palermo 3-0 in their final pre-season friendly ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League kickoff. Erling Haaland opened the scoring, but it was new signing Tijjani Reijnders who stole the show, scoring twice after coming on as a substitute. T
his victory sharpens City's momentum and provides Pep Guardiola!-->!-->…
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