🚨 Arsenal open winger talks, Mo Salah's next club, Chelsea close to major signing, Man United move for German star, French attacker is heading to Liverpool & more.
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World Cup 2026 round-up
Ronaldo regain form as Portugal smash Uzbekistan
Portugal produced a dominant performance as they beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in their Group K match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo was the star of the show, scoring twice to lead his side to a comfortable victory.
Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão also got on the scoresheet, while an own goal added to Uzbekistan’s misery. Portugal looked much sharper after their opening draw against DR Congo and controlled the game with confidence.
The win moved Portugal onto four points and strengthened their chances of reaching the knockout stage
FT Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
Croatia get crucial win over Panama
Croatia kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive with a narrow 1-0 win over Panama in Group L.
After a quiet first half, substitute Ante Budimir made the difference by finishing from close range early in the second half.
Panama worked hard and defended with discipline, but they could not find the final touch in attack. Croatia controlled the key moments better and protected their lead until full-time
FT Panama 0-1 Croatia [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
Colombia beat DR Congo to reach World Cup knockouts
Colombia continued their strong 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over DR Congo in Group K.
Daniel Muñoz scored the decisive goal in the second half, finally breaking down a stubborn Congolese defense.
The victory moved Colombia to six points from two matches and secured their place in the knockout stage. DR Congo, meanwhile, remain in the race but now need a big result in their final group game.
FT Colombia 1-0 DR Congo [Pictures from Fox Soccer]
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Arsenal
Arsenal have opened direct talks with Leicester City over a deal for highly-rated teenager Jeremy Monga. (The Athletic)
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly keen on the potential transfer of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez after glowing reports from his staff. (Isaan Khan)
Arsenal may have been handed a major boost in their pursuit of Julián Alvarez, with Atlético Madrid reportedly determined not to sell the forward to Barcelona. (HandofArsenal)
Arsenal could face an uncomfortable summer battle, with Real Madrid reportedly showing interest in Piero Hincapié as José Mourinho continues to reshape his defense. (ESPN Deportes)
Arteta wants 14-goal hitman at Arsenal as a statement signing. More here!
Chelsea
Chelsea could reportedly be set to sell Malo Gusto as he emerges as a transfer target for Manchester City under Enzo Maresca. (Times)
Chelsea are reportedly advancing rapidly on a transfer deal for Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra. (David Ornstein)
Chelsea are interested in signing the Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix during the summer transfer window. (Ben Jacobs)
Chelsea and Tottenham handed unexpected chance to sign elite young talent. Full Story here!
Chelsea and Manchester United are both keeping a close eye on Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams as they continue assessing midfield options ahead of the summer window. (CaughtOffside)
Inter Milan
Inter Milan are reportedly ready to explore a move for Mohamed Salah, with the club’s directors said to be considering whether a serious package can be put together for the Egyptian superstar. (IndyKaila)
Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp has revealed during the World Cup coverage for Magenta TV that he wanted to sign Konrad Laimer for Liverpool. (Magenta TV)
Kees Smit has been linked with a move away from AZ Alkmaar, and Liverpool are keeping tabs on him. (The Telegraph)
(Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images) Liverpool take crucial step ahead of PSG in chase of summer’s hottest transfer target. More here!
Manchester United
Manchester United and Liverpool have made enquiries for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha. (BILD)
£60m price set: Man United & Arsenal battling to sign Premier League midfielder. Read more!
Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham tracking prolific World Cup star. Full Story here!
Manchester United are interested in signing the German defender Waldemar Anton during the summer transfer window. (Ruhr Nachrichten)
Manchester United are reportedly prepared to take a financial hit on Manuel Ugarte as Michael Carrick continues reshaping his midfield this summer. (The Sun)
Paris Saint-Germain
Bradley Barcola has been linked with an exit from PSG this summer, and he could be heading to Liverpool. (Le10Sport)
Real Madrid
Enzo Fernandez has become a top target for Real Madrid after the failure to sign Michael Olise this summer. (Sport)
Tottenham
Tottenham told to land 25-goal striker to solve major attacking weakness. Read more!
Tottenham are looking to sign the Manchester City attacker Savinho during the summer transfer window. (RTI Esporte)
(Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) Franco Mastantuono has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid this summer, and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on him. (Sport)
