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Kane targets Ballon d'Or after winning German footballer of the year

Harry Kane becomes the first Englishman to win Germany's footballer of the year award and discusses his Ballon d'Or ambitions after scoring 61 goals for Bayern Munich last season.

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Discipline crisis forces suspension of 750 children's football matches in Scotland

Youth football fixtures affecting 750 children have been suspended in Scotland's Central Belt due to widespread discipline problems. Parents, coaches and referees report escalating intimidation and violence, with 72 red cards issued in one week alone.

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Fiorentina pursuing loan deal for Zirkzee as Man United forward seeks fresh start

Fiorentina are in negotiations with Manchester United over a season-long loan for forward Joshua Zirkzee, with an option to make the move permanent. The Dutch international has struggled for regular playing time at Old Trafford despite joining for £36.5m in 2024.

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Uefa launches criminal case against Infantino over World Cup investment scheme

Uefa has filed criminal charges against Fifa president Gianni Infantino over a scrapped plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors, alleging the scheme was developed in secret without consultation.

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Leyton Orient hits back at Wrexham over new badge design

Leyton Orient have objected to Wrexham's new third kit badge, which features two wyverns facing each other over a football—a design that closely mirrors Orient's own crest introduced in 1976.

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Grealish eyes Everton return as City target Ndiaye in final transfer window days

Jack Grealish prefers to rejoin Everton if he leaves Manchester City before Tuesday's transfer deadline, while City target Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye, who has rejected multiple contract offers. Grealish made two substitute appearances for City this season under new boss Enzo Maresca.

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Kabore and Ekomie signings shore up Wrexham's defence after Thomason injury

Wrexham have secured permanent signings of Issa Kabore and Jacques Ekomie to address defensive concerns after George Thomason's 10-week injury layoff. The moves represent the club's fourth and fifth signings of the summer window.

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Rangers complete Kim Min-Su signing to strengthen wing depth

Rangers have signed South Korean winger Kim Min-Su from Girona on a five-year contract with an optional extension. The 20-year-old, who scored six goals in 40 games on loan at Andorra, becomes the club's 12th summer signing as manager Derek McInnes continues strengthening the forward areas.

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Liverpool edges closer to £120m Barcola signing as PSG talks accelerate

Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign PSG forward Bradley Barcola for up to £120m, with negotiations progressing rapidly. The France international could become the Reds' third £100m+ signing and would bolster their attack following recent departures.

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Bielik and Osho ease Cardiff's defensive crisis ahead of Sheffield United

Cardiff City have strengthened their defensive options with the signing of Krystian Bielik from West Bromwich Albion and the return to training of Gabriel Osho, easing concerns over a mounting injury crisis in central defence.

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Chelsea pursue Scott as Watkins nears Saudi move in frantic transfer day

Al-Hilal edge closer to a £50m deal for Ollie Watkins while Chelsea intensify their pursuit of Alex Scott. Sunderland submit a loan proposal for Jack Grealish as the transfer window enters its final days.

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Villa edge closer to £65m Jackson deal as Watkins exit looms

Aston Villa are close to signing Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson for up to £65m, a deal that will enable Ollie Watkins to join Saudi club Al Hilal. Jackson, 25, has agreed personal terms and is expected to reunite with Villa manager Unai Emery.

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