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Former Hearts of Oak striker Joseph Esso has signed for Iraqi Stars League side Ghaz Al-Shamal ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 29-year-old Ghanaian joins from Malaysian club Negeri Sembilan FC, where he scored ten goals in 20 matches. Esso previously played for MC Algiers and is expected to bolster Al-Shamal's attack.
Turkish club Beşiktaş has turned down a €7 million offer from Saudi side Al Diriyah for Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, per Milliyet. The Black Eagles value the midfielder at €10 million and will not sanction his departure unless their asking price is met.
Bernard Somuah, a 20-year-old Ghanaian forward, has been included in Celta Vigo's first-team squad for their pre-season friendly against SC Braga. The former Asante Kotoko player impressed coach Claudio Giráldez after strong performances for the reserve side, earning a permanent four-year deal. He aims to secure a senior spot.
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Senegal's football federation (FSF) has denounced a smear campaign amid fallout from the national team's poor 2026 World Cup performance. Meanwhile, the National Assembly has launched a public inquiry into the team's preparation and management, escalating the crisis into a political investigation.
Amin Chiakha scored for the second straight match with Rosenborg, continuing his impressive form. The Algerian-Norwegian striker's double in Norway brings him closer to a potential senior team debut with the Fennecs, as his resurgence catches the attention of national team selectors.
Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface played his first game for Bayer Leverkusen since returning in July, featuring in a dominant 7-0 victory. The Nigerian spent last season on loan at Werder Bremen but was hampered by injuries. His return marks a fresh start under Leverkusen's setup.
Algerian international Himad Abdelli is determined to turn around a difficult first half of the season at Olympique de Marseille. Using the summer training camp to send a strong message, he aims to seize his opportunity and prove he deserves a spot in the squad.
Algerian international right-back Reda Helaïmia is set to be a key figure in the summer transfer window. After strong performances for MC Alger, the defender has received a substantial offer from a Libyan club, sparking major interest in his future.
Victor Boniface scored twice off the bench, while Nathan Tella also found the net as Bayer Leverkusen crushed fifth-tier Sportfreunde Baumberg 7-0 in their first pre-season friendly. Boniface, returning from a long injury layoff, made an immediate impact in the dominant victory.
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The Malian Football Federation announced the death of former international goalkeeper Germain Berthé on Friday at age 32. Berthé, who earned five caps across all categories, was part of Mali's squads for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2023 African Nations Championship.
Organisers of the 1xCup tournament announced plans for the 2026 edition at the launch of the fourth edition in Lagos. A total of 100 grassroots clubs will compete for a ₦20 million prize package, aiming to boost youth football development in Nigeria.
Senegalese striker Bamba Dieng, a free agent after leaving FC Lorient, may be heading to England instead of Saudi Arabia. The 24-year-old forward has attracted significant interest during the transfer window, with a potential move to the Premier League now emerging as a strong possibility for his next club.