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Manchester City Confirm Major Injury Concern Ahead of Season Finale

Manchester City might have to play without Kevin De Bruyne in their title-deciding clash against West Ham on Sunday. The star midfielder was forced off with an ankle injury against Tottenham in mid-week.

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Man City boss Guardiola: West Ham will be ready to beat us

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola expects a battle against West Ham. City meet West Ham in the season finale leading the Premier League table by two points.

Sil Swinkels News / Tribal Football / 30 minutes ago

Villa defender Swinkels pens new deal

Sil Swinkels has signed a new deal with Aston Villa. The Dutch defender has been a regular with Villa's U21s this season. Villa academy chief Mark Harrison told the club's website: We are delighted to see Sil sign his new contract.

Alex Baena News / Football Espana / 8 hours ago

Aston Villa prepared to spend big on La Liga playmaker linked to Barcelona and Atletico Madrid

Villarreal playmaker Alex Baena has very much played his way into the consciousness of Europe’s giants, and perhaps even the Spain squad for the Euros this summer.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / 10 hours ago

Villarreal president Roig aware of Villa Baena interest

Villarreal president Fernando Roig insists they have no intention of selling Alex Baena. The 22-year-old has signed a new deal recently, keeping him as a Yellow Submarine until 2028.

Morgan Rogers News / Tribal Football / 10 hours ago

Villa must pay extra Rogers fee

Aston Villa will have to pay Middlesbrough an extra fee as part of the Morgan Rogers deal. The Midlands club have qualified for the Champions League after finishing fourth in the Premier League.

Crysencio Summerville News / Tribal Football / 14 hours ago

Chelsea, Liverpool watching Leeds winger Summerville

Leeds United are running the risk of losing Crysencio Summerville in the coming months. The young attacker is only hoping to stay at the club if he can play in the Premier League.

Philippe Coutinho News / Tribal Football / 14 hours ago

Vasco da Gama bid for Aston Villa midfielder Coutinho

Aston Villa midfielder Philippe Coutinho could be set for yet another move in the summer. The diminutive attacker has struggled since he moved to the Midlands club permanently.

Soccer News / ClutchPoints / 23 hours ago

Manchester United rumors: Competition for Rasmus Hojlund identified

In football, transfer rumors often swirl around clubs like Manchester United, especially as they seek to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming season.

Aston Villa News / Tribal Football / May 16

Stephen Warnock exclusive: Thrilled for Villa; impressed by Emery; questioning Liverpool

The scenes at Villa Park on Tuesday night were unmistakenly joyous as they celebrated their annual Club Awards. Defeat for Spurs simultaneously confirmed Villa taking part in the Champions League next season thanks to a fourth-place finish.

Nicolo Zaniolo News / Tribal Football / May 16

Nicolo Zaniolo likely to have played last Aston Villa game

Nicolo Zaniolo is likely to have played his last game for Aston Villa. On-loan from Galatasaray, the midfielder will miss the season finale against Crystal Palace due to injury.

Mohamed Salah News / Tribal Football / May 16

Aldridge expects Liverpool to seek to replace Salah

Liverpool hero John Aldridge expects the club to seek to replace Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian great is expected to leave for the Saudi Pro League this summer.

Soccer News / Football Espana / May 16

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez ‘obsessed’ with offensive target

Barcelona may or may not be able to make a star signing this summer, but somebody at the club is making it clear they want to. After it emerged that Athletic Club’s Nico Williams was their top target to strengthen the attack, further details have come to light.

Aston Villa News / Tribal Football / May 16

Villa consider Ramsey sale over FFP concerns

Premier League giants Aston Villa will have to balance the books this summer. The Midlands club will sell at least one star name this summer to ensure they are financially solvent.

Ollie Watkins News / Tribal Football / May 16

Man Utd ponder bid for Villa ace Watkins

Manchester United could be ready to test the water for a top class striker. The Red Devils are considering a sensational move for Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins.

Morgan Sanson News / Tribal Football / May 15

Sanson happy swapping Villa for Nice

Former Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Sanson is happy that his nightmare is over. The Frenchman struggled for his best form and regular gametime at the Villa Park club.

Aston Villa News / Football Espana / May 15

EXCL: Aston Villa, La Liga clubs interested in outgoing Paris Saint-Germain star

Since arriving from Valencia in the summer of 2022, Carlos Soler has struggled for any sort of prominence at Paris Saint-Germain. Despite the arrival of compatriot Luis Enrique at the start of this season, that hasn’t changed.

Soccer News / Sports Media Watch / May 15

Monday (5/13) sports viewership: More declines for Thunder-Mavs, Celtics-Cavs

The Thunder-Mavericks and Celtics-Cavaliers NBA playoff series remain no match for last year’s higher-profile matchups. Monday’s Thunder-Mavericks second round NBA playoff Game 4 averaged 4.34 million viewers across TNT (3.64M) and truTV (700K), down 42% from Warriors-Lakers last year (7.52M), but still the top sportscast of the day.

Aston Villa News / Yardbarker / May 15

Tracking Aston Villa's wild journey to Champions League

With Tottenham's loss Tuesday, Aston Villa Football Club earned a fourth-place finish in Premier League and thus clinched a return to Champions League for the first time in decades.

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Kyle Walker News / ClutchPoints / May 15

Manchester City’s Kyle Walker aims brutal dig at Arsenal fans

Arsenal fans attempted a cheeky tactic to disrupt Manchester City‘s preparations for their crucial match against Tottenham Hotspur, reported by GOAL. Under the cover of darkness, fireworks were set off outside the Delta Hotels Waltham Abbey, presumably to disturb the sleep of the City squad.

Soccer News / ClutchPoints / May 15

Aston Villa secures historic Champions league spot after 41 years

Aston Villa supporters around the world are rejoicing as their beloved club secures a historic spot in the prestigious UEFA Champions League after a gap of 41 years, reported by GOAL.

Carlos Soler News / Tribal Football / May 15

Aston Villa enter talks for PSG midfielder Carlos Soler

Aston Villa are in talks for PSG midfielder Carlos Soler. Villa boss Unai Emery and sports director Monchi are now preparing a squad for a Champions League campaign next season.

Aston Villa News / Action Network / May 12

Premier League betting: Aston Villa vs. Liverpool predictions, picks for Monday 5/13

Action Network soccer expert Ian Quillen breaks down his Aston Villa vs. Liverpool prediction.

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / 14 hours ago

Watch: Manchester United ties record, highlighting club's ineptitude

Manchester United's disappointing season hit a low point on Sunday.

Jose Mourinho named as a ‘hero’ by Manchester United midfielder

Gary Neville blames Casemiro for allowing Leandro Trossard goal

Arsenal star urges the club to secure Arteta’s long-term future

Journalist feels two Tottenham players have ‘fallen off a cliff’ recently

Paul Merson makes interesting prediction for Aston Villa vs. Liverpool

Bukayo Saka News / Last Word On Sports / May 12

Homegrown Success Stories: Bukayo Saka

Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. During the coming days and weeks, we will be looking at some of the homegrown success stories in the sport.