Arsenal Turn to Free Agent John Stones After William Saliba Surgery Blow

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Arsenal Turn to Free Agent John Stones After William Saliba Surgery Blow

Arsenal are considering a free transfer for Stones as cover after Saliba’s injury crisis deepened. The defender was subbed off during France’s semifinal defeat to Spain and is set for back surgery that could sideline him up to five months. Didier Deschamps later revealed he had been carrying the issue “for a long time,” using pain medication.

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Lionel Scaloni Signals Argentina Exit After World Cup Final Loss

Scaloni said he will remain Argentina coach only until December, then “probably” step away after the World Cup final defeat to Spain. The admission leaves the reigning champions facing a major transition after falling short of back-to-back titles. His tenure delivered Argentina’s golden era, but the loss in New Jersey may now become his farewell chapter.

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