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Newcastle hopeful of £55m Wissa deal as Isak exit nears - sources

Newcastle United are closing in on a £55 million ($74.4m) deal for Yoane Wissa, with the forward due to undergo a medical on Monday sources told ESPN.

Chelsea Reignite Jackson Transfer Talks with Bayern, Mull Guiu Recall Amid Striker Shortage

Chelsea are set to recall Marc Guiu from Sunderland as they scramble to solve their striker problems in the final hours of the transfer window, sources have told ESPN.

Goalkeeper Senne Lammens joins Man United from Antwerp - sources

Manchester United have agreed a deal with Antwerp for goalkeeper Senne Lammens, sources have told ESPN.

Rating the new attacking signings: Sesko, Pedro, Gyökeres, more

Premier League clubs have spent billions in the summer window, but how has the new attacking talent performed for the biggest clubs?

India vs Iran LIVE: Updates, Score, Commentary from the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup

Follow live updates as 133rd ranked India take on world no 20 ranked Iran.

Erik ten Hag Fired by Bayer Leverkusen After Just Three Games; Sets Bundesliga Record for Shortest Managerial Stint

Erik Ten Hag's tenure as Bayer Leverkusen manager ended abruptly after just two Bundesliga games, following a loss and a draw. The club cited ineffective team-building as the reason for his dismissal, despite heavy investment in new players. This setback comes under a little under a year after his departure from Manchester United last year.

Piotr Szczerek: Polish CEO's US Open Hat Grab Sparks Outrage; Meet the Drogbruk Executive and His Wife

Polish businessman Piotr Szczerek, CEO of Drogbruk, faced public backlash after a video surfaced showing him removing a young fan's cap at the US Open. The incident sparked online outrage, with Szczerek defending his actions and threatening legal action against those spreading misinformation.

Harbhajan Singh Regrets "Slapgate" Incident, Accuses Lalit Modi of Selfish Motives After Video Resurfaces

Lalit Modi stirred controversy by sharing an old video of the infamous IPL 'slapgate' incident between Harbhajan Singh and S. Sreesanth. Harbhajan expressed his disappointment, suggesting a selfish motive behind resurfacing the 18-year-old incident. He acknowledged his mistake, reiterated his regret, and mentioned seeking forgiveness.

Asia Cup | Red-hot Sanju Samson sends strong message; smashes 30 sixes in 5 KCL matches

Sanju Samson's explosive form in the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) has intensified discussions about India's Asia Cup lineup. He has amassed 368 runs in five innings, studded with 30 sixes, making him the second-highest run-getter in the competition. His most recent outing for the side as vice captain saw him score a swift 83 in a three-wicket win.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic advance; Aryna Sabalenka, Barbora Krejcikova storm into quarters

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic secured their spots in the US Open quarter-finals with dominant straight-set victories, keeping them on track for a potential semi-final clash. Aryna Sabalenka continued her title defense, while other notable wins included Fritz, Lehecka, Vondrousova, Krejcikova and Pegula. Krejcikova staged a remarkable comeback, saving eight match points.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru unveils six-point fan welfare plan under 'RCB Cares' programme

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has launched 'RCB Cares' in response to the tragic stampede during IPL trophy celebrations, which resulted in 11 deaths. The initiative focuses on fan welfare and safety, promising structural safeguards for the future. RCB proposes a fan-safety audit framework, staff training, and collaboration with IPL and KSCA to strengthen crowd management protocols, aiming to prevent similar incidents.

Asia Cup: Sanju Samson’s record-breaking form sets up fierce opening slot contest with Shubman Gill

Sanju Samson is dominating the Kerala Cricket League 2025, silencing critics with four consecutive match-winning knocks for Kochi Blue Tigers. He has amassed 368 runs at a blistering strike rate of 186.80, including a century and three Player of the Match awards.

Slapgate controversy: 'Harbhajan is a good friend' - Match referee for infamous MI vs PBKS match breaks silence

Farokh Engineer, the match referee during the infamous 'Slapgate' incident in the 2008 IPL, expressed surprise at the recent release of the footage. He emphasized maintaining confidentiality and believes the matter should remain in the past, as both Harbhajan Singh and S. Sreesanth have likely moved on. The resurfacing of the clip has stirred reactions, with Sreesanth's wife expressing disappointment and anger.

Inter Miami's Suárez appears to spit on Sounders staffer

Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez appeared to spit on a Seattle Sounders staffer after his team's 3-0 loss in the Leagues Cup final at Lumen Field on Sunday night.

Liverpool agrees to British-record deal for Alexander Isak - sources

Liverpool have agreed to a British-record deal to sign striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, sources have told ESPN.

LIVE Transfer rumors, deadline day news: Isak to Liverpool agreed

The summer transfer window closes today and all the big Premier League clubs will be busy in some way. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

DPL 2025 final | Back where it all started! Former India openers receive special felicitation by DDCA

Gautam Gambhir and Virender Sehwag were celebrated at the Delhi Premier League 2025 final, where West Delhi Lions defeated Central Delhi Kings. Nitish Rana's unbeaten 79 led the Lions to victory, chasing down a target of 174. The DDCA honored Gambhir and Sehwag for their significant contributions to Indian cricket, adding to the celebratory atmosphere of the event.

Asia Cup | Wasim Akram: 'Jasprit Bumrah is world class, credit to India for managing his workload'

Wasim Akram hailed Jasprit Bumrah as a “modern-day great,” praising India for expertly managing his workload. While refusing to compare eras, Akram highlighted the increased challenges bowlers face in modern cricket due to aggressive batting. He also opposed the two-tier WTC system, stressing the need for quality teams and stronger domestic structures before introducing more nations to Test cricket.

Lionel Messi misses sitter, Inter Miami lose Leagues Cup final 3-0 - Watch

The Seattle Sounders dominated Inter Miami 3-0 in the Leagues Cup final, securing their sweep of major North American trophies. A record crowd at Lumen Field witnessed goals from Osaze De Rosario, Alex Roldan, and Paul Rothrock. Seattle's strong defense stifled Lionel Messi and Miami's high-powered attack, leading to a historic victory despite a significant wage disparity.

Messi and Ronaldo coming together! AB de Villiers explains why he loved batting with Virat Kohli at RCB

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers revealed his fondness for batting with Virat Kohli during his 11 seasons with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their synergy led to five 100+ partnerships and two 200+ partnerships in IPL. De Villiers highlighted their shared competitive spirit and proactive approach to dismantling bowlers, recalling memorable partnerships at Wankhede and Chinnaswamy stadiums amidst electrifying crowds.