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Beyond the World Cup... The 5️⃣ stories shaping Tuesday

Beyond the World Cup... The 5️⃣ stories shaping Tuesday

    Beyond the World Cup... The 5️⃣ stories shaping Tuesday
    OneFootballTue, Jul 14, 2026·1 min read

    The transfer market and preseason preparations are getting underway. We review the five hottest stories in world football that will set the news agenda this summer.

    Mourinho turns to La Fábrica

    José Mourinho begins his new spell at Real Madrid with an eye on the future. The Portuguese coach has called up 16 academy players for the first preseason training session, making it clear he will rely on Madrid’s youth setup.

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    Barça raise their bid for Julián

    FC Barcelona are not giving up. After seeing their first offer for Julián Álvarez rejected, the Barça board knows it must dig deeper into its pockets and is preparing an improved proposal to complete the deal before the end of the month.

    The Verdiblanco club is securing its long-term future. José Antonio Morante, one of the academy’s brightest gems and son of the celebrated bullfighter Morante de la Puebla, has renewed his contract with the club until 2030.

    Xabi’s priorities in London

    Xabi Alonso takes charge of Chelsea with two firm and immediate decisions: confirming Reece James as team captain and declaring Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández completely untouchable in the transfer market.

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    Left-back Lucas Digne, now firmly established with France, will become PSG’s first signing after the international tournament. The Parisians will pay €10 million to satisfy the Asturian coach’s request.

    This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.

    Strategic protection at Betis

    Digne, Luis Enrique’s first wish