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Competition with eighteen clubs not an option for Premier League director
Richard Masters rules out reducing the Premier League from twenty to eighteen clubs. The director of the English league thus opposes pressure from FIFA, which is struggling with an overcrowded match calendar.

Alli considering early retirement despite contract with Como
Dele Alli is considering ending his playing career at the age of 29, according to several Italian media outlets, including La Gazzetta dello Sport. His situation at Como has become hopeless.

Reijnders dreamed of the Premier League: 'I used to watch Van Persie and Bergkamp'
For Tijjani Reijnders, his move to Manchester City made a dream come true: playing in the Premier League. "I've always dreamed of the Premier League, watching Match of the Day on Sunday mornings."

Howe struggles with Isak situation: 'It's complex and far from ideal'
Eddie Howe has not given up hope of having Alexander Isak available. The Newcastle United manager responded on Saturday morning to the news of Liverpool's bid for the striker.

FA finds no evidence: Paquetá escapes lifetime ban
The case against Lucas Paquetá ends with a whimper. The West Ham United midfielder has been fully cleared of violating gambling regulations.

De Jong shares his opinion on the captaincy question at Barcelona
Frenkie de Jong gets to vote twice this year. His choice in the parliamentary elections on October 29 will likely remain private, but the Dutch midfielder was very clear about who gets his vote in Barcelona’s captaincy debate.

Newcastle firmly reject Liverpool’s massive bid for Isak
The game appears to be on for Alexander Isak. Liverpool had already shown quiet interest in the Newcastle United striker, but have now submitted an initial bid. That offer has been rejected.

Ten Hag sees his core continue to thin: another Leverkusen departure imminent
Erik ten Hag is also likely to lose Lukas Hradecky. The Finnish goalkeeper wants to join AS Monaco, which means almost the entire spine of last season’s team is set to leave.

Gyökeres dismisses comparisons: 'Of course I know the history'
Viktor Gyökeres does not embrace the comparison with Thierry Henry, even though he will be wearing the iconic number 14 shirt at Arsenal. The Swedish striker acknowledges its historical significance but chooses to let go of the sentiment.

Girona secure defender and target Manchester City winger
UEFA lifts transfer restrictions between Manchester City and Girona, allowing the clubs both under the City Football Group to resume player deals. Girona have already signed Vitor Reis and are targeting Claudio Echeverri and Sverre Nypan as they prepare for another ambitious season.