Real Madrid have £85m bid rejected for Liverpool target Diomande

RB Leipzig have rejected an £85.4m bid from Real Madrid for Yan Diomande, according to Sky Germany.

Real Madrid in pole position to sign RB Leipzig's Diomande

Real Madrid are in pole position to sign RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, according to Sky in Germany.

Austin FC academy under investigation by police and FBI for allegations of youth-on-youth sexual abuse

Austin FC reported allegations to local law enforcement Multiple sources confirm the ongoing inquiries Major League Soccer club Austin FC is under investigation by the Austin, Texas police department and the FBI for allegations relating to sexual abuse within the club’s academy. Multiple sources, speaking to the Guardian under the condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the investigation, said that the investigation is focused on interactions between academy players. An Austin FC club source said that multiple academy families reported the issues in question to the club. The Aust

Real Madrid confident of signing Rodri - Saturday's gossip

Real Madrid are confident they will sign Rodri from Man City, Arsenal eye player-plus-cash deal for Atletico striker Julian Alvarez, while Roma are keen on Fulham winger Oscar Bobb, plus more.

Pogacar closes in on fifth Tour de France title after Alpe d'Huez victory

Tadej Pogacar launched a stunning solo attack from the foot of the iconic Alpe d'Huez to win the 19th stage of the Tour de France and extend his overall lead on Friday.

Dismissed solicitor is still acting for footballers in brain injury court case

Richard Boardman dropped by group of rugby players Football group includes family of Nobby Stiles The solicitor dismissed by a group of over 1,000 rugby players with brain injuries who are suing the sport’s governing bodies is still leading a similar claim on behalf of dozens of former footballers. Richard Boardman told a hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice this week of his intention to “come off the record,” with the claimants indicating that they had unanimously agreed to terminate their dealings with his firm, Rylands Garth. Continue reading...

Phoenix skittled for just 64 as Rockets earn thumping win at Edgbaston

Birmingham Phoenix were skittled for just 64 by Trent Rockets as they slumped to a resounding nine-wicket loss at Edgbaston in the women's competition in The Hundred.

West Ham winger Summerville joins Al-Hilal

West Ham confirm the sale of Netherlands winger Crysencio Summerville to Saudi club Al-Hilal.

AJ weighs in at 251lbs for Prenga bout

Anthony Joshua weighed in 7.6lbs heavier than his last fight against Jake Paul, as the British boxer prepares to face Kristian Prenga on Saturday night in Jeddah.

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Fury not convinced Joshua will 'have the guts' to fight him

Tyson Fury remains unconvinced that Anthony Joshua will agree to a long-awaited blockbuster British showdown, questioning whether his rival has the "guts" to face him.

Alonso pleased with Aston Martin upgrade as Newey targets 'respectability'

Fernando Alonso said the performance of his Aston Martin was "much better" as the team debuted a huge upgrade package during Hungarian Grand Prix practice on Friday.