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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.
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.
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.
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.
Frimpong opts for familiar number, Wirtz benefits from Luis Díaz's departure
Liverpool has announced its squad numbers for the upcoming season. New signings Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong have made their choices.
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.
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.
Eberl puts Woltemade transfer on hold for now
Max Eberl signals a pause in Bayern’s transfer activity after the signing of Luis Díaz, expressing confidence in the current squad and downplaying interest in Nick Woltemade. With key injuries and market pressures, Bayern are opting for stability at least for now.
Banza's transfer to the Emirates suffers setback and is now at risk
Simon Banza’s transfer from Braga to Al Jazira has stalled after the striker raised his salary demands and his agent requested a high commission. The deal is now at risk, leaving the player training separately and Braga in an uncertain position.
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."