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Soccer

Newcastle United accelerate £43m pursuit of Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli

Newcastle United are accelerating their efforts to sign Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli for £43m. The Magpies view the Moroccan as an ideal replacement for Anthony Gordon.

Soccer

Manchester City overtake Arsenal to sign Lille teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi

Manchester City have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race to sign highly-rated Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for £77m.

Hockey

San Jose Sharks sign Macklin Celebrini to record $94m NHL deal

San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini has signed a historic five-year, $94m contract extension. The deal makes him the NHL's highest-paid player.

Other

Ukraine launch CAS appeal against Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement

The Ukrainian National Olympic Committee has formally appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport over the IOC's decision to reinstate Russia.

Soccer

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber leaves Spain camp over groin issue

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has returned to London from the club's Spanish training camp for scheduled rehabilitation on a groin injury.

Soccer

Neymar confirms Brazil retirement following World Cup exit to Norway

Neymar has officially confirmed his retirement from international football at the age of 34, stepping away as Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer following their World Cup exit.

Basketball

LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers ahead of historic 24th season

Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency, committing to a record-breaking 24th season in the league.

Soccer

Real Madrid accelerate pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Rodri

Real Madrid are pushing to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri this summer rather than waiting for his contract to expire. The Spanish club's interest has intensified following his standout performances at the World Cup.