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American forward Cole Campbell is joining Bundesliga newcomer Elversberg from Borussia Dortmund. The 20-year-old Campbell, who was born in Houston, was getting a four-year contract through June 2030, Elversberg said on its website on Thursday. “In Cole, we’re signing another highly talented player who will be a tremendous asset to us with his exceptional pace and one-on-one ability,” sporting director Christian Weber said. “We’ve been pursuing him for quite some…

United States international and AC Milan attacker Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfracture in his lower leg and will be sidelined for several weeks, sources confirmed to ESPN. The Athletic was the first to report the news. Pulisic sustained the injury seven minutes into the second half of the USMNT’s 4-1 round-of-16 defeat to Belgium, when he attempted to take a shot on goal but struck the back…

Jorge Jesus has reached an agreement with Portugal‘s Football Federation (FPF) to become the next head coach of the national team, sources have told ESPN. The Portuguese manager will succeed Roberto Martínez, who departed after his contract expired following Portugal’s elimination from the World Cup. Jorge Jesus, 71, joins as a free agent and will sign a four-year contract with the FPF through to June 2030. The deal, which will…

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has told ESPN an “improved” Lamine Yamal is ready to deliver as La Roja gear up for Friday’s World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium in Los Angeles. Yamal, 18, recovered from a hamstring injury to make the finals but has not hit top gear yet at the tournament. However, De la Fuente has said the Barcelona forward will be back to his best as the…

Arsenal have announced the signing of 26-year-old goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds United. The French goalkeeper spent seven years at Leeds where he made 215 appearances and kept 70 clean sheets. He made his Leeds debut in a third round FA cup tie against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in 2020. “I’m extremely happy,” Meslier said after signing. “It’s a great day for me because I have just joined the…

Dan Burn has said he believes England must be far better than they were against Mexico to beat Norway and would relish the challenge of keeping Erling Haaland quiet. A place in the World Cup semifinals is on offer in the Miami heat this weekend as the Scandinavian surprise package take on Thomas Tuchel’s men buoyed by last Sunday’s 2-1 victory against Brazil. England overcame hostility, altitude and Jarell Quansah’s…

Barcelona have made an offer for Borussia Dortmund‘s Karim Adeyemi as they continue to build their attack for next season, a source told ESPN. Adeyemi, 24, is out of contract in 2027 and Barça are hopeful the versatile forward will be allowed to leave for a cut price fee this summer. Barça have already reached a loose agreement with the player over personal terms, but remain in negotiations with Dortmund,…

Spain winger Lamine Yamal has said he is thrilled to see Lionel Messi defy time and continue to have a starring role at this World Cup. Messi, 39, is leading the race for the Golden Boot with eight goals and had a standout performance in his team’s epic 3-2 comeback against Egypt on Tuesday that saw the defending champions progress to the quarterfinals. “Incredible,” Yamal, 18, told Spanish outlet El…

Manchester United have confirmed the location for their proposed 100,000-seater stadium. The new ground, which would be the largest in the UK by capacity, will be built about 350 metres north west of Old Trafford, in Stretford, between John Gilbert Way, Wharfside Way and Europa Way. The club announced in June that it had secured 25 acres of land in the area, with club bosses expecting the project to cost…