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Mon May 25 12:11:49 IST 2026

Atalanta midfielder Éderson has verbally agreed upon a five-year deal with Manchester United, a report said. Earlier reports had claimed that the Brazilian was Michael Carrick's choice to be Casemiro's successor in the middle of the park.

Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali could well be the second midfielder to arrive at Old Trafford this summer, but the Magpies will have to lower their asking price for the Italian for the deal to go through. Tonali's Premier League experience and current form are the factors that keep him above the likes of Aurélien Tchouaméni, Mateus Fernandes, Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba, and Alex Scott on the long list of midfielders on the club's radar.

After Éderson gave the go-ahead, United also held initial talks with Atalanta over the transfer, TEAMtalk said in a report. Atlético Madrid had earlier managed to reach an agreement over personal terms with Éderson before the deal fell through, the report added.

A Desportivo product, Éderson reached Atalanta via Salernitana and has established himself as one of their most influential players. The 25-year-old has close to 100 appearances in Serie A, and his contract is set to expire at the end of next season.

What may work in favour of Éderson is his ability to carry the ball up the pitch, looking for progressive forward passes and through-balls. Éderson can be used as the anchorman who dictates play whilst Kobbie Mainoo is pushed forward to join the attacking ranks. Teaming Éderson up with Mainoo in the heart of the pitch is precisely what the club's interest in the Brazilian is all about, earlier reports had said. Thus, he may not be the ideal like-for-like replacement for the veteran Casemiro, but he may fit other requirements in the middle of the park.

If the sale of Manuel Ugarte goes as planned, Manchester United may end up signing as many as three midfielders this summer. If he is not signed as the defensive midfielder needed to take over from Casemiro, he may be chosen to fulfil another role on the field.

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Mon May 25 11:29:01 IST 2026

Premier League giants Liverpool FC have sealed a deal to sign Atlético Nacional's 17-year-old Colombian attacking midfielder, Samuel Martínez, a report said. He will arrive at Anfield immediately after turning 18.

As per reports, Liverpool beat Borussia Dortmund to sign the youngster on a five-year deal. Real Madrid and Chelsea were also involved ever since he impressed in the CONMEBOL Under-17 Championship. The former Premier League champions will pay Atlético Nacional around £750,000 for the youngster, they added.

“Liverpool agree deal to sign Samuel Martínez from Atlético Nacional, here we go! Deal in place for 17-year-old Colombian talent to join in 2027, as soon as he turns 18,” noted transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano said on X.

The teenager, who idolises Lionel Messi and Liverpool star Luis Díaz, was wanted by several European giants, and his camp wanted to ensure that he would go to a club with a proper development system.

The Kaka comparison

For those who are unaware of Martínez's exploits, he is often compared to Brazil legend Kaká. In the teenager's own words, he is someone who likes to keep moving forward—changing the pace and taking on opponents whilst doing so.

Martínez is capable of keeping possession and dribbling past the opposition effortlessly. When needed, he has shown a willingness to contribute defensively as well. "His standout performances for Colombia during the CONMEBOL Under-17 Championship in April were converted into short viral clips and reshared on X. His lanky frame, upright style of running, and deceptive speed in short bursts conjured images of Brazilian legend Kaká," The Athletic said in a report.

Commenting on his CONMEBOL U-17 Championship performances, the report elaborated: "Martínez stood tall, quite literally, among his peers. He showed high endurance and strong technical abilities. It’s a subtle trait, but the weight he puts on the ball when making short, medium, and long-distance passes was polished. He takes calculated risks inside the opponent’s half and tends to look forward rather than laterally when he gains possession."

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Sun May 24 14:09:58 IST 2026

England fans believe it is coming home this time! And why shouldn't they? From having one of the best strikers in the world to lead their line, to a masterfully balanced midfield packed with generational playmakers, and a fiercely disciplined, rock-solid backline, they have all the ingredients needed to script history in the Americas!

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England’s football talent kitty is so abundant that gaffer Thomas Tuchel’s main headache was deciding whom to omit. Cole Palmer, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Phil Foden, and Adam Wharton were all among the casualties as Thomas Tuchel bared his teeth in his final squad selection, sending a clear message to fans demanding nothing less than World Cup glory: form and chemistry count over fame and reputation.

ALSO READ | Brazil World Cup QUIZ: The ultimate knowledge test to prove you are a true Canarinho-Samba child!

England open their Group L campaign against Croatia on June 17. Ghana and Panama are the other two teams in the group, and the gaffer has made it clear that sentimentality won't take England to their first trophy since 1966.

That takes us to the puzzle below. Here is a game for ardent England fans, as the images of five unforgettable individuals from the country's incredible World Cup history have been scrambled. The timer will be ticking away as you try to resolve them—starting from the easiest to the hardest. Good luck!

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ANSWERS/The scrambled icons:

* David Beckham: The former captain is known for his incredible set-pieces—particularly bending free-kicks. Beckham played for the England national team from 1996 to 2009, making 115 appearances. He captained England in 59 matches and represented the country at three FIFA World Cups: 1998, 2002, and 2006.

* Bobby Moore: The iconic captain led his side to ultimate glory at Wembley Stadium in London on July 30, 1966, where England defeated West Germany 4–2 after extra time. Moore played for England from 1962 to 1973, earning 108 caps. He captained the team in 90 matches, a long-standing national record.

* Frank Lampard: The Chelsea legend is considered one of the finest midfielders of his generation. Lampard played for England from 1999 to 2014, earning 106 caps and scoring 29 goals, making him one of the country’s highest-scoring midfielders. He represented England at three FIFA World Cups and three European Championships.

* Gary Lineker: The gifted striker played for England from 1984 to 1992, earning 80 caps and scoring 48 goals. He represented England at two FIFA World Cups (1986 and 1990) and remains England’s top scorer in World Cup history with 10 goals.

* Sir Alf Ramsey: The legendary manager led the England national team to victory in the 1966 World Cup. Ramsey managed the England team for 11 years, from 1963 to 1974.

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Sat May 23 19:11:17 IST 2026

Another FIFA World Cup season is here! To the ecstasy of most Brazilian fans, Neymar Jr has been included in Brazil's squad once again.

It has been a series of heartbreaks for the Brazilian star, starting from the 2014 World Cup, when an injured Neymar watched from the sidelines the 1–7 humiliation in the semi-final at the hands of Germany. Then came the frustrating 1–2 loss against Belgium in the quarter-finals at a previous edition.

Brazil and Neymar believed that they were through to the semi-finals when he conjured up a magical moment to put the team ahead in extra time. But Croatia scored a late equaliser and prevailed in the penalty shoot-out to break Brazilian hearts, reducing Neymar and others to tears.

The 'Canarinho', the most successful team in the history of the tournament, has a hardcore fanbase across the globe, and India is no different. As football frenzy gradually engulfs the world with the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to kick off in the Americas, here is a quiz for Brazil fans. We bet only true followers of the Seleção will score a perfect 10. Do let us know in the comments how many you got right!