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English Press
The Times
Selling the World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to sell shares in the World Cup to private sector investors.
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump was consulted on the plan, which involves establishing a company to manage FIFA's men's and women's tournaments, the World Cup and the Club World Cup.
Each of the 211 member federations will receive a share that they can keep or sell to generate income.
The project has raised concerns that private sector investors could exert pressure on the selection of countries hosting the men's World Cup, where maximum commercial success can be achieved.
Daily Mail
Successful surgery for Rodri
Manchester City announced the success of the surgery undergone by Spanish midfielder Rodri.
Manchester City said on its official website that Rodri underwent a minor and successful back surgery.
Rodri had been feeling some discomfort for a while before undergoing the medical procedure to treat the issue, and he will now begin a short period of rehabilitation.
The Sun
UEFA attacks Infantino
The European Football Union launched a sharp attack on FIFA's proposals to open the door to private investments in its competitions, including the World Cup, considering this step a crossing of red lines in the management of the game.
According to an official FIFA statement, it will launch a new company that allows external parties to enter as investors with non-controlling minority stakes, while FIFA retains full control over the project, along with powers related to football management, tournaments, match schedules, regulatory and sporting decisions.
UEFA said in an official statement: "UEFA takes this matter very seriously, and national federations and all parties interested in the future of the game must do the same."
It added: "The spirit of football and its governance are not assets for sale, especially with the lack of transparency regarding the financial beneficiaries. None of us owns football, and it is not FIFA's right to sell it."
Spanish Press
Marca
Mourinho achieves his second win
Real Madrid achieved its second consecutive win in the friendly matches the team is playing in preparation for the new season, under the leadership of Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho, the manager of the Royal Club.
Real Madrid defeated Leganes 4-1 in a friendly, with goals from Valverde, Gonzalo Garcia and Franco Mastantuono, in addition to an own goal from a Leganes player.
Mundo Deportivo
The reason for Laporta's absence
Barcelona president Juan Laporta confirmed his absence from accompanying the Catalan club's delegation in England in preparation for the upcoming 2026/2027 season.
Laporta indicated in a statement he issued that the reason for his absence from accompanying the team in the England training camp is his need for rest to treat the heart rhythm disorder he has been suffering from recently.
AS
Cucurella fulfills his promise
Spanish player Marc Cucurella of Real Madrid fulfilled the promise he made to himself after Spain's national team won the 2026 World Cup title.
Cucurella placed a picture of Spain national team coach Luis de la Fuente on his arm, becoming one of the permanent memories documenting Spain's second world title win.
Italian Press
Sky Italia
Mancini as coach of Italy
The Italian Football Federation announced the appointment of Roberto Mancini as technical director of the Italy national team, returning to lead the national team after 3 years.
At the same time, Claudio Ranieri, former Leicester City coach, was appointed as technical director of the Italian Federation, marking the beginning of a new era for Italian football after 17 days of turmoil.
Football Italia
Date of Stones' medical examination
It was decided that English star John Stones, former Manchester City player, would undergo a medical examination in preparation for his transfer to Italian club Inter Milan.
Stones will undergo the medical examination before signing for the Italian club next Thursday, as the English defender will join Inter Milan on a two-year contract in a free transfer deal.
French Press
L'Equipe
Barcola's approval
External press reports revealed that Bradley Barcola, star of French club Paris Saint-Germain, has agreed to transfer to English club Liverpool during the current summer transfer window.
French newspaper L'Equipe reported that Bradley Barcola gave his initial approval to join Liverpool, but despite that, his departure has not been finalized yet.
The report indicated that negotiations for Bradley Barcola's transfer may continue for a longer period, but an important step was taken in the last hours; after his decision not to renew his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, the 23-year-old winger gave his initial approval to Liverpool.
The newspaper concluded: "The French international spoke with several Liverpool club officials, in addition to the new coach, Andoni Iraola, and was convinced by the Reds' project."
Foot Mercato
Mbappe welcomes Zidane
The appointment of Zinedine Zidane as the new coach of the France national team sparked widespread reactions, and Kylian Mbappe, the team captain, was among the first to welcome him, sharing a welcoming message on his social media account for the man who succeeds Didier Deschamps.
Kylian Mbappe sent a message to Zinedine Zidane via his official Instagram account, posting a picture of the former number 10 player accompanied by a simple but touching comment, saying: "Welcome home."
German Press
Kicker
Bayern holds on to Diaz
External press reports revealed that German club Bayern Munich is holding on to the services of its player Luis Diaz in the coming period.
German newspaper Kicker reported that Bayern Munich does not intend to sell Colombian winger Luis Diaz during the current summer transfer window.
The report indicated that the record German Bundesliga champion considers the 29-year-old player an essential element in its sporting plans, following his first outstanding season in Bavaria.
Saudi club Al-Hilal recently tested Bayern's resolve with an offer worth 70 million euros, but this offer is unlikely to tempt the German Bundesliga champion.
Sky Sports
Gundogan's return
Ilkay Gundogan, former English club Manchester City player, hinted at the possibility of returning to the ranks of his former team, German club Nuremberg, in the coming period.
Ilkay Gundogan said in statements to Sky Sports: "I am still closely connected to Nuremberg; the club means a lot to me. I am very grateful to the club and the city."
The German player added: "I definitely imagine returning one day, whatever position I hold, whether for a year or two as a player, or later as a sporting director or coach; everything is possible."
Ilkay Gundogan concluded his statements by saying: "In the current situation, I would like to continue playing, preferably with Turkish club Galatasaray, because I feel very comfortable here, but this also depends on many different factors."
