FIFA World Cup 26 🏆

A football fan page covering all of the news heading into to the 2026 World Cup and the European transfer market.

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Ethan Ampadu signs a new 4 year deal at Leeds United! The first dose of good news to come this summer window.

Keep up the good work #LUFC!

#Ampadu #MOT

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Leeds United are looking to add strength to their attacking threat to build on the current squad for next season.

They are in the hunt to sign 18 year old hot prospect Kerim Alajbegovic from Red Bull Salzburg but face stiff competition from Aston Villa and Roma.

#LUFC #MOT

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Leeds United are looking to add strength to their attacking threat to build on the current squad for next season.

They are in the hunt to sign 18 year old hot prospect Kerim Alajbegovic from Red Bull Salzburg but face stiff competition from Aston Villa and Roma.

#LUFC #MOT

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@WellOnside You are living in dream land. You paid £45m to us for Archie Gray, if you think we'd sell Stach for anything less than £60m you are having a laugh.

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@MarkSheppy67 Yes I know thats why thought it sounded ridiculous but if you dont think we've had offers for players like Stach then send me to your Crack dealer. When clubs receive offers they sometimes come back with options that the offering club wont accept too.

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@jonsmith_lufc For record id be absolutely gutted if it happened.

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@Docsal01 I think hes worth more as well. At least £50m

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@frenz27 I cant see that at all either. I thought the person was winding me up but his family member is a football agent. He has premier league players on his books so there must be something going on. Clubs enquire about 50 players per window though and only a few come off.

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@Docsal01 Thats really good advice. Too many people are influenced by who has the most money and cars unfortunately.

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@WellOnside Laughable

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Yes thanks. I figured also since Leeds sold Cresswell previously and as so many were upset with it at the time, seeing how a CB of similar age and similar value compares now. A contrasting pair of transfers that could make the owners look smarter equally stupid should the happen.

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After missing the last few games of the season at Wolves with a mysterious neck and back injury, Krejčí played every minute for Czech in their world cup warm up game today.

No questions on his future but Wolves fans and pundits believe he was fit to play the last few PL games of the season but the club didnt want to risk injury that could get in the way of a transfer.

Wolves have an agreement to pay £26m for him this summer, they need an immediate sale to cover this. Wolves will want this deal over the line before the world cup kicks off.

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Leeds United linked with a move for Jonathan David! Exciting whispers from the rumour mill as Leeds are reportedly in the mix for Canada striker Jonathan David this summer.

The Canadian international has been in superb form, and with his contract situation, a Premier League switch could be on the cards.

#LUFC #MOT

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Leeds and Newcastle seem to be the two clubs mentioned most often in relation to a Jonathan David transfer this summer.

It really fits the Leeds United transfer policy with his age, hes a good character, physicality and he will be relatively cheap.

After signing for Juventus on a free transfer last summer, David has not found anywhere near his best form and anything around £20m would be a good return for 'The Old Lady'

#LUFC #MOT #PremierLeague

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🇯🇵Spotlight on Junya Ito (伊東 純也) – Japan’s lightning-fast winger!

The 33 year old right winger continues to tear it up in European football. After starring for Kashiwa Reysol in the J.League and shining at Stade de Reims in Ligue 1, he made the move to Belgian Pro League side KRC Genk in 2025, already proving his class with pace, flair, and creativity on the right wing.

Why fans love him: Blazing speed and dribbling that terrorizes defenses, a classic modern winger with vision and end product.

On his day a key player for the Japan National Team with 60+ caps and double digit goals, always a threat on the counter.

Known for his work rate, precise crosses, and big-game moments that light up stadiums.

From J.League roots to starring in Europe’s top leagues, Junya Ito embodies Japan’s exciting attacking talent. Still delivering at 33 and showing no signs of slowing down! Who else rates Junya Ito as one of Japan’s best wingers? Drop your thoughts below!🇯🇵

#Japan #SamuraiBlue #WorldCup2026

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🇯🇵Japan are heading for the 2026 World Cup. Ko Itakura will grace the biggest stage once again.

The rock-solid centre-back, now shining at Ajax, brings leadership, defensive steel, and those pinpoint long balls that can unlock any defence.

Playing alongside the rock solid, defensive warrior, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Itakura provides perfect balance wi his versatility been able to drift in and out of the midfield, defend hard and use his wide range of pasking ability to start attacks from the back.

Remember his heroics in Qatar? The Samurai Blue are ready to go further this time. Let's go, Itakura!🇯🇵

#WorldCup2026 #Japan #SamuraiBlue

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🇯🇵Japan have beaten Germany, Brazil, England and Spain since 2022. With players like Wataru Endo, Daichi Kamada and Takehiro Tomiyasu, can Japan cause an upset and win the 2026 World Cup?🇯🇵

🇯🇵With odds at 66/1 in ropean betting markets, there is huge incentive to back the blue samurai.🇯🇵

#Japan #BlueSamurai #WorldCup2026

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After a fairly low key performance by Japan against Iceland, Takefusa Kubo needs to really step up in their opener vs The Netherland.

They will bring their best form to the table but the game did show that Japan need to be at their best every game for a good run.

#Japan #Kubo

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After a fairly low key performance by Japan against Iceland, Takefusa Kubo needs to really step up in their opener vs The Netherland.

They will bring their best form to the table but the game did show that Japan need to be at their best every game for a good run.

#Japan #Kubo

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🇯🇵The Samurai Blade is Sharpened: Takefusa Kubo is READY for World Cup 2026! At just 24, the kid they call the "Japanese Messi" is stepping into his prime as Japan’s biggest star in North America. 🇯🇵

🇯🇵From La Masia wonderkid to Real Sociedad magician — Kubo’s dribbling, vision, and that signature cut-inside-from-the-right magic have lit up La Liga. This season alone: goals, assists, and Copa del Rey glory. On the international stage? He’s already torched qualifiers and helped make Japan the first team to punch their ticket to 2026.🇯🇵

#Japan #WorldCup2026

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🇯🇵The Samurai Blade is Sharpened: Takefusa Kubo is READY for World Cup 2026! At just 24, the kid they call the "Japanese Messi" is stepping into his prime as Japan’s biggest star in North America. 🇯🇵

🇯🇵From La Masia wonderkid to Real Sociedad magician — Kubo’s dribbling, vision, and that signature cut-inside-from-the-right magic have lit up La Liga. This season alone: goals, assists, and Copa del Rey glory. On the international stage? He’s already torched qualifiers and helped make Japan the first team to punch their ticket to 2026.🇯🇵

#Japan #WorldCup2026