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![Arsenal reaches agreement for European champion from Spain](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2161475572/pt/foto/munich-germany-mikel-merino-of-spain-looks-on-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-semi-final-match.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=dB4Gych2X3tVWKyCJF84GhBLjz7Kyy_9yun6KWDZAvw=)
Arsenal reaches agreement for European champion from Spain
Arsenal has secured the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for around 33.5 million euros, with potential add-ons. The 28-year-old Spanish midfielder, a European champion, reunites with former teammate Martin Ødegaard at Arsenal and brings valuable experience from his time in La Liga and a previous stint with Newcastle United.
![Salzburg with one foot in the Champions League group stage: Finally an extra day off](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2166107895/pt/foto/head-coach-pepijn-lijnders-of-fc-salzburg-looks-on-during-the-uefa-champions-league-third.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=HLEVgL8CFpk8cT_KsNTkGLJmOJfK7WnKH7p0K_JKWJM=)
Salzburg with one foot in the Champions League group stage: 'Finally an extra day off'
After Red Bull Salzburg's victory over Dinamo Kiev on Wednesday evening, the Champions League group stage is very close for Pepijn Lijnders. The Dutch coach is happy that he can finally give his players an extra day off.
![Chelsea prevents embarrassment, Fiorentina makes a comeback in De Gea s debut](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2167960940/pt/foto/london-england-noni-madueke-of-chelsea-celebrates-scoring-his-teams-second-goal-with-teammates.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=9mel7lRLJGvfJBJdcjHZXyqP8diCzBpU4Mnah0YR4rA=)
Chelsea prevents embarrassment, Fiorentina makes a comeback in De Gea's debut
Chelsea is one step away from the main tournament of the Conference League. However, the London team of millionaires had a surprisingly tough time against Servette FC. Fiorentina still has work to do to survive the playoffs. Kevin Diks' FC Copenhagen did well.
![Galatasaray keeps hope alive in the Champions League after substitutions of Ziyech and Batshuayi](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2153301124/pt/foto/istanbul-turkey-hakim-ziyech-of-galatasaray-looks-on-during-the-turkish-super-league-match.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=vCJZqlesU_jzhy554A5S6ibWNRbvHX4FbqhkpbSZxto=)
Galatasaray keeps hope alive in the Champions League after substitutions of Ziyech and Batshuayi
Galatasaray managed to limit the damage on Wednesday evening in the first leg against Young Boys in the Champions League play-offs. The Swiss team took a 2-0 lead in the first half, but after Hakim Ziyech's return to the field, Galatasaray got back into the game. An unfortunate penalty incident means the Turkish side will have something to make up for next week.
![James Rodríguez is indeed returning to European football](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2161510079/pt/foto/miami-gardens-united-states-james-rodriguez-of-colombia-during-the-conmebol-copa-america-usa.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=5bDF4QE9PU5UTQbZ8B-kMxsC6vpob59Yo4HqTMDLCCk=)
James Rodríguez is indeed returning to European football
The Colombian international wanted to return to Europe and will sign with Rayo Vallecano.
![Leverkusen director Rolfes gives an update on Bayern s interest in Tah](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2167719336/pt/foto/leverkusen-germany-jonathan-tah-of-bayer-leverkusen-celebrates-a-penalty-goal-during-the-dfl.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=3GWyNs6XgTxxirQ9XrbnFnY2n8g-omMvQopHMwMm9tY=)
Leverkusen director Rolfes gives an update on Bayern's interest in Tah
Bayer Leverkusen director Simon Rolfes does not rule out the possibility that Jonathan Tah will remain active with the German champions this season and leave on a free transfer next summer. The German international has been linked to Bayern Munich for some time.
![Sahraoui takes a big step with Lille towards the Champions League group stage](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2165106103/pt/foto/osame-sahraoui-of-lille-during-the-uefa-champions-league-qualification-match-between-lille-and.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=hiHJLwTX931LiDZ-hZMO38azkdQIjdx1DgmOvMc86-Y=)
Sahraoui takes a big step with Lille towards the Champions League group stage
The first blows in the playoffs for the Champions League have been dealt by FK Bodø/Glimt, Lille, and Dinamo Zagreb. The clubs from Norway, France, and Croatia won respectively against Red Star Belgrade (2-1), Slavia Prague (2-0), and Qarabag FK (3-0).
![Mbappé involves official authorities due to a financial dispute with PSG](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2166076215/pt/foto/warsaw-poland-kylian-mbappe-of-real-madrid-during-the-real-madrid-cf-training-session-ahead-of.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=S08kVnBi1SfrKcL-_s2TRAE_7we3uppcYy4m4SLZN9k=)
Mbappé involves official authorities due to a financial dispute with PSG
Kylian Mbappé and his entourage have taken legal action against Paris Saint-Germain. The French star believes he is still owed overdue salaries and bonuses and has now involved official authorities in France.
![Haaland winks at millions of Fantasy Premier League players](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2167391928/pt/foto/manchester-england-erling-haaland-of-manchester-city-during-the-premier-league-match-between.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=JgteDOd317DWtSLDb-wHW0EkYT2lpEZUt8-2xrZxRqY=)
Haaland winks at millions of Fantasy Premier League players
Erling Haaland is aware of his important role in the popular Fantasy Premier League game. The Manchester City striker repaid the trust placed in him by many players with a hat-trick in the home match against Ipswich Town and commented on it afterwards.
![A €10 million offer on its way to Juventus](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2160068060/pt/foto/berlin-germany-federico-chiesa-of-italy-reacts-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-round-of-16-match.jpg?s=1024x1024&w=gi&k=20&c=jG0kYDMMLDxc-cM2JFNhDjgfRG4TwiEQ8pqUJWUPoWs=)
A €10 million offer on its way to Juventus
Federico Chiesa, the talented Italian winger and Euro 2020 champion, has become a hot topic in the final days of the summer transfer window. After being sidelined at Juventus, he has drawn significant interest from Barcelona, who are reportedly preparing a €10 million offer.