Man City’s new signing Elliot Anderson could not be persuaded to sign for Man United

August 13, 2026
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Netherlands hire Xavi as coach through 2030 World CupAugust 13, 2026
The Netherlands announced Wednesday they hired former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez to coach the national team through the 2030 World Cup. The Dutch had been without a coach since Ronald Koeman stepped down following the team’s elimination from this summer’s World Cup by Morocco in the round of 32. “We proudly present our new head… Read more: Netherlands hire Xavi as coach through 2030 World Cup
Hull break club transfer record to sign Senegal’s Nobel MendyAugust 13, 2026
Hull City have signed Senegal defender Nobel Mendy from Spanish side Rayo Vallecano for what the newly promoted Premier League club said was a club-record transfer fee. The Tigers have not disclosed the fee for the 21-year-old but it exceeds the reported £20 million they paid for Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis last week. – Premier… Read more: Hull break club transfer record to sign Senegal’s Nobel Mendy
Everton’s Martin Sherif charged with breaching FA betting rulesAugust 13, 2026
Everton under-21 forward Martin Sherif has been charged with breaching Football Association betting rules. The Liberian-born 20-year-old, who joined the Toffees academy at the age of 13, is accused of placing 61 bets over a 16-month period. “It’s alleged that the player breached FA Rule E1.2 in respect of 61 bets placed on football matches… Read more: Everton’s Martin Sherif charged with breaching FA betting rules
Man City’s new signing Elliot Anderson could not be persuaded to sign for Man UnitedAugust 13, 2026
Inter Milan in talks with Tottenham over a deal for Djed Spence – sourcesAugust 12, 2026
Inter Milan are progressing talks with Tottenham over a deal to sign Djed Spence, sources have told ESPN. Sources suggest no deal has been agreed as yet but negotiations are continuing over a transfer which could be worth in the region of €30 million ($34.6 million/ £25.6 million.) Tottenham are open to selling the contract… Read more: Inter Milan in talks with Tottenham over a deal for Djed Spence – sources
Youri Tielemans: FIFA’s Balogun red card U-turn inspired Belgium to beat U.S. at World CupAugust 12, 2026
COUNTY KILDARE, Ireland — Youri Tielemans has said that FIFA’s shock decision to suspend Folarin Balogun‘s red card helped inspire Belgium‘s performance against the United States in their World Cup knockout tie. Balogan was granted permission to play in the last-16 despite being sent off in the round of 32 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. It… Read more: Youri Tielemans: FIFA’s Balogun red card U-turn inspired Belgium to beat U.S. at World Cup
Gerónimo Rulli joins Manchester City as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s new understudyAugust 12, 2026
Manchester City have signed goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille, the club have confirmed. The Argentina international has moved to the Etihad Stadium in a deal worth up to €2 million or which €1.75m is fixed. He has signed a two-year contract. The 34-year-old, who had a brief spell at City between 2016 and 2017, replaces… Read more: Gerónimo Rulli joins Manchester City as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s new understudy
Mason Mount (foot) a doubt for Man United friendly vs. LeedsAugust 12, 2026
Mason Mount is a doubt for Manchester United‘s preseason friendly against Leeds United in Dublin on Wednesday as he continues his recovery from a foot injury, sources have told ESPN. Mount was substituted after 20 minutes of the 1-1 draw with Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg, Sweden, on Saturday after picking up a knock. – Martínez… Read more: Mason Mount (foot) a doubt for Man United friendly vs. Leeds
John McGinn: Aston Villa will compete despite big name departuresAugust 12, 2026
John McGinn is confident Aston Villa are going to continue challenging the elite in the Premier League and Europe despite their latest summer shake-up. Villa have had to transfer three of their key players in Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans and Lucas Digne — the latter to Wednesday’s Super Cup final opponents Paris Saint-Germain. But skipper… Read more: John McGinn: Aston Villa will compete despite big name departures
Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips re-joins Sheffield United on loanAugust 12, 2026
Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips has returned to Sheffield United on loan after an injury-affected spell last season. The 30-year-old former England international moved to Bramall Lane in February but managed just three appearances after sustaining a knee injury. He was also sent off in a derby game against Sheffield Wednesday. “My time was spoiled… Read more: Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips re-joins Sheffield United on loan

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