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    Hibs Suffer Shock European Defeat In Kosovo

    Hibernian, FC Malisheva and David Gray
    Thursday

    Hibernian suffered a damaging 2-0 European qualifying defeat away to Kosovan side FC Malisheva. It was one of Hibs’ worst standalone European results, with angry travelling supporters demanding answers after the match.

    Malisheva had never won a European tie before last week, making the defeat especially painful. Gray accepted responsibility, said there were no excuses and insisted Hibs must fix the tie at Easter Road.

    Aberdeen Granted Historic Permanent Alcohol Licence

    Aberdeen, Scottish football authorities and supporters
    Thursday

    Aberdeen have been granted a permanent alcohol licence for the Richard Donald Stand lower concourse, becoming the first Scottish Premiership club to receive one after previous matchday trials.

    Alcohol will be sold only for lower-risk matches and must be consumed away from sight of the pitch. The licence marks a major step in Scotland’s cautious move away from the long-standing stadium alcohol ban.

    Berhalter Nears Middlesbrough Move From Vancouver

    Sebastian Berhalter, Middlesbrough and Vancouver Whitecaps
    Thursday

    Sebastian Berhalter is finalising a summer transfer from Vancouver Whitecaps to Middlesbrough. The Championship club will pay around $2m rather than waiting for the United States midfielder to become a free agent.

    Berhalter featured in all five United States matches at the World Cup and scored against Turkey. Middlesbrough beat serious interest from several clubs and continue building links with the American player market.

    Chelsea Agree Historic Benji Flowers Transfer Deal

    Chelsea, FC Dallas and Benji Flowers
    Thursday

    Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign 15-year-old United States youth international Benji Flowers from FC Dallas when he turns 18. The initial fee is about $3m and could rise to around $10m.

    The structure includes add-ons linked to FC Dallas minutes and youth national-team milestones before Flowers even moves to Chelsea. The deal could surpass Cavan Sullivan’s pre-arranged move to Manchester City if incentives are triggered.

    Germany Set To Present Jurgen Klopp As Coach

    Germany, the DFB and Jurgen Klopp
    Friday

    The German football federation has called a news conference for Friday, when Jurgen Klopp is expected to be presented as Germany’s next national-team coach. Klopp has been the preferred candidate since Julian Nagelsmann resigned after the World Cup.

    Germany officials had already reached agreement on key contract points with Klopp, but needed clearance from Red Bull, where he has worked as head of global soccer. His appointment would mark his first coaching job since leaving Liverpool.

    Luka Modric Signs Milan Extension Until 2027

    Luka Modric, AC Milan and Croatia
    Thursday

    Luka Modric has signed a one-year contract extension with AC Milan, keeping him at San Siro until June 2027. The Croatian midfielder turns 41 in September but remains part of Milan’s first-team plans.

    Modric made 37 appearances in his first Milan season after leaving Real Madrid. He said the desire to bounce back is immense after Milan finished fifth and only reached the Coppa Italia last 16.

    Italy Confirm Ancelotti Approach Before Guardiola Talks

    Italy, Paolo Maldini, Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola
    Thursday

    Italy technical director Paolo Maldini confirmed the federation approached Carlo Ancelotti before holding talks with Pep Guardiola. Maldini said Italy started with coaches they considered the best in the world as the national-team search continues.

    Ancelotti remains Brazil coach after extending his contract to 2030, while Guardiola is reportedly expensive and still being courted. Italy want a new manager after Gennaro Gattuso resigned following another World Cup qualification failure.

    Rangers Sign Partizan Captain Vanja Dragojevic

    Rangers, Partizan Belgrade and Vanja Dragojevic
    Thursday

    Rangers have signed Serbia midfielder Vanja Dragojevic from Partizan Belgrade for an undisclosed fee. The 20-year-old has agreed a four-year contract with the option of another year at Ibrox.

    Dragojevic captained Partizan last season despite his age, scoring four goals and adding four assists in 41 appearances. Derek McInnes praised his leadership, character and potential after making him part of Rangers’ rebuild.

    Jermain Defoe Leaves Woking After Four Months

    Jermain Defoe and Woking
    Thursday

    Jermain Defoe has left Woking by mutual agreement after just four months in his first senior managerial role. The former England striker said circumstances made it impossible for him to continue at the National League club.

    Defoe won two of six league games after taking charge in March, then exited two weeks before the new campaign. The timing leaves Woking searching for a new head coach late in pre-season.

    Atlanta United Open Talks For Darwin Nunez

    Atlanta United, Darwin Nunez and Breel Embolo
    Thursday

    Atlanta United have opened talks over a major attacking signing, with Darwin Nunez and Breel Embolo among the high-profile targets. The discussions are not advanced, but the MLS club is actively negotiating on several fronts.

    Atlanta need a designated-player slot, with Emmanuel Latte Lath nearing an exit. Nunez is available after losing his place at Al-Hilal, while Embolo also played at the World Cup with Switzerland.

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