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Liverpool signing Wirtz could become the third most expensive player ever
If the bonuses from Florian Wirtz's transfer are triggered, the German will become the third most expensive player ever. Liverpool is paying almost €136.5 million including bonuses (€117.5 million excluding bonuses) to Bayer Leverkusen.

Relegated Sampdoria gets chance at miraculous escape
Sampdoria indeed gets the chance at a miraculous escape. The club had initially been relegated to Serie C, but a late points deduction for Brescia means that Sampdoria can still stay up through a decisive two-legged playoff against Salernitana.

Postecoglou could start working in Saudi Arabia after leaving Spurs
Ange Postecoglou could take charge at Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia following his departure from Tottenham Hotspur. The manager recently left Spurs despite winning the Europa League.

Atlético Madrid hopes to prise Robertson away from Slot's Liverpool
Atlético Madrid is hoping, according to The Athletic and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool. The Scotsman is under contract with the reigning English champions until next summer.

New twist in the battle for Gyökeres: 'Threats and blackmail don’t work on me'
Viktor Gyökeres, after scoring 54 goals this season, is at the center of a heated transfer battle. Sporting CP president Frederico Varandas rejects pressure, denies rumors of promises, and accuses the striker’s agent of manipulation, insisting the €100M clause must be met.

Corinthians continue to drop points without holidaymaker Memphis
Corinthians failed to turn their last match before the summer break for the Club World Cup into a victory. Without holidaymaker Memphis Depay, the away game against Grêmio ended in a draw.

Rosario definitively done with the Dutch national team: 'I'm very happy to be here'
Pablo Rosario has officially become part of the Dominican Republic national team since this international break. The former PSV player immediately featured in two matches. "I’m very happy to be here."

Boca Juniors must worry: controversial defender not allowed at Club World Cup
Boca Juniors must act quickly if they want to count on Ayrton Costa during the Club World Cup. The 25-year-old defender is not allowed to enter the United States due to his involvement in a legal dispute.

The lesson from Cruijff that hangs in Chelsea's dressing room
The lessons of Johan Cruijff still live on in the football world. Enzo Maresca, as a former assistant to Pep Guardiola, is one of the coaches who passes on the Dutch football icon's theories to the new generation of top players.

Inter striker Taremi stuck in Iran after Israeli attack
Internazionale forward Mehdi Taremi may have to miss the Club World Cup. The striker is currently in Tehran, in his home country of Iran, which has been at war with Israel for several days.