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Preparations under Slot: this is how Liverpool are working towards the start of the season
Liverpool have already begun their preparations for the new season. Arne Slot's championship-winning team still have a few friendly matches to play before the official games begin. Next stop: AC Milan.
Al Hilal withdraws from the Saudi Super Cup and is replaced by Al Ahli
After playing 56 matches in the 2024/25 season, Al Hilal withdraws from the Saudi Super Cup due to fixture overload and player fatigue. Al Ahli will replace them in the tournament held in Hong Kong this August.
Benfica brings Félix back with a profit of 102 million euros
According to reports from Portugal, João Félix is on the verge of returning to Benfica. Now 25 years old, the Portuguese forward has spent the past few years moving between several top European clubs but never managed to establish himself as an undisputed starter. As a result, his transfer value once as high as 127 million euros has significantly declined.
Mbappé strongly hints at a new shirt number at Real Madrid
All signs point to Kylian Mbappé wearing the number 10 shirt at Real Madrid next season. Several media outlets have already reported it, and now the French star has strongly hinted at it himself with a social media post.
Isak informs Newcastle that he wants to explore transfer options
Alexander Isak has informed his club, Newcastle United, that he wants to explore the possibility of a transfer, according to reports from England. The 25-year-old striker is attracting interest from Liverpool and a Saudi club.
Returning to Athletic was something I was always sure about
Jesús Areso returns to Athletic Club in a €12M deal from Osasuna, signing for six seasons. The 26-year-old right-back prioritised a return to San Mamés despite offers from abroad, and the club sees him as a key piece for the future.
Barcelona will travel to Japan after all: issues surrounding friendly match resolved
Barcelona have boarded the plane to Japan after all. The Spanish champions had considered cancelling the friendly match against Vissel Kobe due to a breach of contract by the event organizer, but the Catalan club has now confirmed that the issues have been resolved.
RB Salzburg expects Gloukh to be transferred, but he is still in the squad for tonight
At Red Bull Salzburg, it is expected that Oscar Gloukh will leave this summer, yet he is still included in the Austrian side’s squad for Wednesday evening’s Champions League qualifier against SK Brann. Ajax hopes to sign the 21-year-old winger and attacking midfielder soon, but a few details still need to be resolved.
Rice shuts down the critics: 'He’s going to blow you away'
Declan Rice has come to the defense of Arsenal's new signing, Noni Madueke. Some Arsenal fans were unhappy with the arrival of the former PSV player, and an online petition to block the transfer was signed over five thousand times. However, Rice believes Madueke is going to blow them away.
Scherpen heads into the Champions League with Union Saint-Gilloise
Kjell Scherpen is joining Union Saint-Gilloise. The 25-year-old Dutch goalkeeper had limited prospects for playing time at his club Brighton & Hove Albion. The Belgian champions announced the transfer on Thursday afternoon.