Inter sign England's Spence from Tottenham
Aug 15 : Inter Milan have signed England international winger Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur on a contract running until June 30, 2031, the Serie A club said on Saturday.
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Crystal Palace signs Anan Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise after Inter Milan move breaks down
LONDON: Crystal Palace announced the signing of Anan Khalaili from Belgian club Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on Saturday, weeks after the Israel winger’s proposed move to Inter Milan broke down. The 21-year-old Khalaili, who primarily plays on the right, signed a five-year deal “subject to international clearance,” the Premier League team said on their website. British media reported the transfer fee was 24.5 million euros ($28 million). The transfer comes a month after Inter president Giuseppe Marotta said at a press conference that Khalaili had not been given medical clearance to join after the sides had agreed on a transfer. Marotta said: “Italy has very strict legislation protecting players’ health, with decisions made by an independent body rather than the club’s medical staff. We have to abide by this decision.” Inter’s loss is seemingly Palace’s gain. Khalaili developed at hometown club Maccabi Haifa before moving to Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgum in 2024. Khalaili has made 16 appearances for Israel.
Lebanese sports journalist urges Man United to condemn Israeli strike that killed two club fans
BEIRUT: A Lebanese sports journalist has urged Manchester United to condemn an Israeli strike that killed a family of five in southern Lebanon, including two children who were wearing the English club’s jerseys. Renowned journalist Rawad Mezher condemned the attack in a video shared on social media, urging his followers to repost it and tag Manchester United’s English- and Arabic-language accounts. An Israeli airstrike early Saturday reportedly killed a Lebanese mother and her four children in southern Lebanon. A photo of the family, showing two of the children wearing Manchester United jerseys, went viral on social media. “Today, early morning, Israel killed this family (in the photo) while they were asleep.
Teenage British cyclist Finlay Tarling dies after tragic incident in Volta a Portugal race
Finlay Tarling, 19, died Friday following a tragic incident in the Volta a Portugal race, NSN Cycling Team announced to social media. (This video contains AI-assisted content)
Liverpool’s Como double-header a key test before new season, says Iraola
LONDON: Liverpool’s double-header against Serie A side Como on Sunday will be a good test ahead of the new Premier League season, manager Andoni Iraola said on Saturday. Liverpool, who lost pre-season fixtures against Leeds United and AS Monaco, will face Como twice on Sunday, with one match to be played behind closed doors before the second at Anfield. Iraola said he took positives from last weekend’s 3-2 defeat by Monaco but acknowledged his side must improve their consistency ahead of the new campaign. “The problem we had, as we had against Leeds in Chicago, was that we were not able to sustain our levels and that is something that can only happen with time and with a lot of hard work on the training ground,” Iraola told the club’s TV channel. “I have spoken many times about the type of team I want to see on the pitch, about the intensity, the intent and the energy we are looking for, and while it is clear that there is still a lot of improvement to come, I believe that we are moving in the right direction.” Iraola said Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister had returned to training after the World Cup, giving him a full squad ahead of the new season, and added that it was now up to the players to deliver consistent performances. Liverpool also strengthened their defensive options by signing Uruguay international Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona last week, with Iraola welcoming the addition of a player of his quality and experience. “I am sure he will settle in quickly and have a positive impact on our squad,” he said. Liverpool will start their Premier League season at Newcastle United on August 23.
Atletico Madrid sign Spurs captain Cristian Romero
Aug 15 : Atletico Madrid have signed Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero until June 2031 after five seasons in north London, the Spanish club said on Saturday.
Teenage cyclist Finlay Tarling dies following accident at Volta a Portugal
British cyclist Finlay Tarling has died at the age of 19 following a serious accident at the Volta a Portugal.
Arsenal eye repeat after major Premier League managerial shake-up
LONDON: Arsenal begin the defense of their Premier League title as one of the few clubs untouched by a close season of managerial upheaval that has transformed the landscape of English football. While Mikel Arteta’s methods are tested and trusted at Arsenal after nearly seven years at the helm, it is all change elsewhere with chief rivals Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea all entering new eras with a new man in charge. In total, a record nine Premier League clubs will begin the season with a new permanent manager. Whether the managerial merry-go-round eases the way for Arsenal to win back-to-back titles or sparks one of the most unpredictable seasons in years may prove the defining question.