Kylian Mbappé to Remain France Captain Under New Head Coach Zinedine Zidane

18 days ago

Kylian Mbappé to Remain France Captain Under New Head Coach Zinedine Zidane

Mbappé, who was named captain of the national team by Didier Deschamps in March 2023, will retain the captain's armband under Zidane. The Real Madrid star was the World Cup's highest scorer with 10 goals and provided four assists, claiming the Golden Boot for the second consecutive time. France lost 2-0 in the semifinal to eventual winners Spain.

By Ankit Sharma

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Roberto Mancini Returns As Italy Boss With Claudio Ranieri As Technical Director

17 days ago

Roberto Mancini Returns As Italy Boss With Claudio Ranieri As Technical Director

Fabrizio Romano reports Italy have appointed Mancini as the new head coach, with Ranieri as technical director and strong man of the federation. Ranieri won the Premier League with Leicester in the 2015 16 season. Mancini previously won Euro 2020 with the national team. This update comes after Paolo Maldini resigned following the denial of Andrea Pirlo as NT coach.

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Denzel Dumfries Raves Over Real Madrid Welcome

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Denzel Dumfries Raves Over Real Madrid Welcome

Dumfries joined Real Madrid this summer from Inter Milan. "I’m really proud to be here at Real Madrid, to be part of this club," he said, per Fabrizio Romano. "They welcomed me very well, my teammates, the coach, the staff… I feel very welcomed." The Dutchman recorded four goals and six assists in 35 appearances for Inter last season.

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Bradley Barcola Prioritizes Liverpool Move As Talks Enter Final Stage

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Bradley Barcola Prioritizes Liverpool Move As Talks Enter Final Stage

“Bradley Barcola wants to join Liverpool, and there’s no doubt about that, as reported since May,” per Fabrizio Romano. The forward scored 11 goals in 29 Ligue 1 games last season. “LFC project is his priority, but any financial agreement is yet to be approved, done or sealed,” Romano continues. Talks will take place in the next few days.

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James Harden's Next Cavaliers Deal Expected to Max at Two Guaranteed Years

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James Harden's Next Cavaliers Deal Expected to Max at Two Guaranteed Years

Harden declined a $42.3 million option and is expected to re-sign, spreading the money to lower his annual figure, per Stein. "Projecting the specific salary number remains fluid given the Cavaliers' ongoing interest in Jonathan Kuminga and their determination to stay out of the second apron for a second successive season," Stein wrote. He turns 37 in August.

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Tottenham Lead Chase for Savinho After Man City Transfer Request

17 days ago

Tottenham Lead Chase for Savinho After Man City Transfer Request

An exclusive report by Fabrizio Romano claims Savinho has informed Manchester City about his desire to leave this summer. "Savinho wants to play more and develop in his career." The Brazilian winger has struggled for regular playing time at the club after joining from Girona. Tottenham have had him at the top of their list since May amidst an overhaul.

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