Arsenal open club-to-club talks to sign Jeremy MongaArsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga, opening club-to-club negotiations over a deal for the English youngster, according to The Athletic.Talks between the two clubs are now underway, although no agreement has been reached.Discussions are progressing respectfully, with all parties mindful of the wingers age and long-term development.The 16-year-old has attracted interest from several elite clubs across Europe, but Arsenal have emerged as his preferred destination.The Gunners are hoping to strike an amicable agreement with Leicester rather than have the compensation fee determined by an independent tribunal.Monga is regarded as one of the countrys most exciting prospects and has already made history despite his age.He became the third-youngest player ever to appear in the Premier League when he debuted for Leicester against Newcastle United in April 2025 at just 15 years and 271 days old.He is behind only Arsenal academy graduates Max Dowman and Ethan Nwaneri.The teenager has since made 37 senior appearances for the Foxes, including 30 during the 2025/26 campaign.He was mostly used as an impact substitute in a difficult season that culminated in the clubs relegation to League One.Primarily deployed on the left wing, Monga is a fearless, right-footed attacker who thrives in one-on-one situations.His willingness to take on defenders, cut inside and attack the goal has made him one of the most highly rated youngsters in English football.He has also shown the versatility to play on the right or through the middle when needed.At his age, there are clearly areas of his game that still require refinement, particularly his defensive positioning and final decision-making.However, Arsenal believe his enormous potential makes him a worthwhile investment.Elsewhere, Arsenal continue to push to sign Morgan Rogers this summer.Meanwhile, Atletico Madrids reluctance to sell Julian Alvarez to Barcelona might create an opportunity for the North Londoners to sign him.

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp will assume the dual role of commissioner when Jay Monahan steps down from the position at the end of the year, the tour announced Monday.

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The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.The team will still be required to leave after Friday's match in Seattle, a department spokesperson said. A spokesperson for the Iran Football Federation confirmed that the team will leave its base camp in Tijuana, Mexico, on Wednesday for Seattle.This was planned on our end, Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, told The Associated Press. We were going to look at how the first two movements went, and if they went smoothly, we would extend the extra day in light of the longer travel time.Iran's squad has complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team, and the challenges the team has faced since the outbreak of war. For the first two matches, in Los Angeles, the team was not permitted to travel until the day before. The team's base camp was relocated from Tucson, Arizona, to Mexico. Several team officials and members of the support staff were barred from traveling into the U.S. with the team.It's not uncommon for teams to travel a day before the match, and it's in line with FIFA regulations. But Iran had asked for more time to acclimate to host cities and recover after matches. After Sunday's draw against Belgium, national team player Alireza Jahanbakhsh said he hoped the team could travel to Seattle as soon as possible to adapt to where they will play against Egypt.We dont ask for much. We just ask for the same procedure as for all the other 47 teams, he said. Hopefully we can bring everyone who is involved and help us with us. ___AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/fifa-world-cup

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.The team will still be required to leave after Friday's match in Seattle, a department spokesperson said. A spokesperson for the Iran Football Federation confirmed that the team will leave its base camp in Tijuana, Mexico, on Wednesday for Seattle.This was planned on our end, Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House FIFA Task Force, told The Associated Press. We were going to look at how the first two movements went, and if they went smoothly, we would extend the extra day in light of the longer travel time.Iran's squad has complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team, and the challenges the team has faced since the outbreak of war. For the first two matches, in Los Angeles, the team was not permitted to travel until the day before. The team's base camp was relocated from Tucson, Arizona, to Mexico. Several team officials and members of the support staff were barred from traveling into the U.S. with the team.It's not uncommon for teams to travel a day before the match, and it's in line with FIFA regulations. But Iran had asked for more time to acclimate to host cities and recover after matches. After Sunday's draw against Belgium, national team player Alireza Jahanbakhsh said he hoped the team could travel to Seattle as soon as possible to adapt to where they will play against Egypt.We dont ask for much. We just ask for the same procedure as for all the other 47 teams, he said. Hopefully we can bring everyone who is involved and help us with us. ___AP World Cup coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/fifa-world-cup

Jeremy Clarkson has admitted he wishes Thomas Tuchel was English despite insisting the German is still the ideal man to lead the Three Lions to World Cup glory.The television presenter has travelled to Boston to watch England's second Group L match against Ghana and used the occasion to heap praise on Tuchel after an encouraging start to the tournament.England eased concerns surrounding their World Cup credentials with a 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening fixture, producing an impressive second-half display after being pegged back before the interval.Tuchel's side can take a giant stride towards the knockout stages with another win on Tuesday night and Clarkson believes the former Chelsea manager already looks capable of ending England's 60-year wait for football's biggest prize.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SaySpeaking to The Sun, the 66-year-old revealed he has become a huge admirer of the England boss."I loved the football England played against Croatia," Clarkson said."And I understand his half-time talk was very motivational and very clever as well."I love Tuchel. I really love him. Do I wish he was English? Yes. But he isn't, so we've got the best man to win it for us."Tuchel received widespread acclaim following England's victory over Croatia, with Harry Kane revealing the manager's team talk had inspired the players to emerge from the dressing room with renewed purpose.England restored their lead within moments of the restart through Jude Bellingham before Marcus Rashford wrapped up the victory late on.Clarkson also praised Tuchel's tactical flexibility, suggesting the German's willingness to alter his approach from game to game makes England difficult to prepare for."Tuchel makes lots of changes to shock teams," he said.LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Fifa ban commentator from World Cup after furious meltdownLionel Messi is ending the Cristiano Ronaldo debate at this summer's World CupThomas Tuchel makes complaint ahead of England and Ghana World Cup clash"I seem to remember that from Chelsea. You see how he plays one game and think, 'OK, that's how he's going to play it'."And then the next time he doesn't play the same type of way. It's genius."Tuchel's appointment divided opinion when he was unveiled as Gareth Southgate's successor, with some supporters uncomfortable at the prospect of a foreign manager taking charge of the national team.However, Clarkson believes any reservations over Tuchel's nationality should be put aside if he can guide England to a first World Cup triumph since 1966.The former Top Gear presenter has crossed the Atlantic to support the Three Lions as interest among travelling fans and expatriates continues to grow along the East Coast.England know another three points against Ghana would leave them on the brink of qualification for the last 32 and further increase optimism that Tuchel's methods are already paying dividends.Ghana will, however, enter the match on a high themselves.They beat Panama 1-0 last time out, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring late on to secure all three points.Antoine Semenyo will be their dangerman after a sensational season for Manchester City and Bournemouth. Win two tickets to a FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final. ExpressVPN are giving one lucky Friend or Member the chance to experience football's biggest tournament live, with flights and accommodation covered by GB News. Entries close 30 June. ENTER HERE.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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