Tyrique George’s expected permanent move would mark Everton and Chelsea’s fourth consecutive summer transfer, extending a relationship that has brought mixed results.
Klopp has confirmed talks with Germany about succeeding Julian Nagelsmann, but a move depends on discussions with his Red Bull employer.
Harry Kane’s late double against DR Congo sends England into a last-16 meeting with World Cup host Mexico.
Everton have agreed a £24m deal for Tyrique George, with £18m guaranteed, £6m in performance add-ons and a 15% sell-on clause for Chelsea.
Yan Diomande’s choice of PSG stalls Liverpool’s plans, while Jürgen Klopp confirms talks about becoming Germany head coach.
Eleven Liverpool players have a year or less on their deals, putting pressure on the club to resolve Curtis Jones’s future and plan for its squad.
Manu Kone starts for France with Aurelien Tchouameni on the bench; Paraguay make three changes for their Round of 16 clash in Philadelphia.
José Mourinho wants Aurélien Tchouaméni to stay at Real Madrid, while Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea weigh other transfer options.
Manchester City have cooled on Enzo Fernández, while Arsenal’s interest in Bruno Guimarães and Morten Hjulmand remains unresolved.
United are expected to test Bournemouth’s resolve over Alex Scott, while Lille’s Bouaddi deal carries a €70m price and Real Madrid rule out Tchouaméni’s exit.
Chelsea are monitoring Brighton’s Yasin Ayari, while Trevoh Chalobah is keen on Inter and Enzo Fernández’s next move remains unclear.
Morocco start Redouane Halhal with Chadi Riad on the bench, while Canada make three changes for their Round of 16 match in Houston.
Bruno Guimaraes has concerns about Newcastle’s direction, while Arsenal weigh a move. He hasn’t requested a transfer, and Newcastle would demand a major fee.
Bet365 gives France and Argentina the strongest paths to the semi-finals, while England’s route looks less certain and USA–Belgium is evenly matched.
Maignan, Porro, Guimaraes, Xhaka, Mbappe and Oyarzabal headline six Matchday 5 picks, with form, fixtures and share prices shaping the choices.