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How Arsenal silently hijacked Spurs’ Eze deal well before anyone knew

Exclusive: It seemed the Gunners swooped past their North London rivals on Wednesday, but they made their move much earlier than that

<p>Eberechi Eze celebrates scoring versus Arsenal</p>
<p>Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori were worthy winners in New York</p>
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US Open mixed doubles was surprise success but must change to survive

Fans flocked to New York and mixed doubles was the star of the show — but there remains a fundamental flaw with the new-look tournament

    <p>From left, Tyler Dibling, Maghnes Akliouche, Xavi Simons and Nico Paz</p>
    LatestFootball

    Tottenham attack new transfer targets before deadline after Eze blow

      <p>England are unbeaten in their last 27 games ahead of a home World Cup</p>
      Rugby Union

      Why Red Roses are ready to finally crown their dominance at World Cup

      <p>Arsenal hijacked Spurs’ Eberechi Eze deal </p>
      LiveFootball

      Transfers: Arsenal book Eze medical as Newcastle’s Wissa bid rejected

      More sport

      <p>Clockwise from top left: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Yoane Wissa, Savinho and Rodrygo</p>
      Football

      Ten Premier League transfers that can still happen by deadline day

      <p>Jake Paul is due to box Gervonta Davis next</p>
      Boxing

      Jake Paul, Gervonta Davis, and the questions that need to be answered

      <p>Alexander Isak is determined to leave Newcastle</p>
      Football

      Why Isak may have closed his own window on dream move to Liverpool

      <p>Imane Khelif won gold in the women's 66kg boxing event at the Paris Olympics</p>
      Boxing

      Khelif hits out at her former boxing manager over ‘malicious’ claims

      <p>Luis Diaz of Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammates Harry Kane and Sacha Boey</p>
      Football

      This revealing Bayern reminder leaves an obvious Bundesliga conclusion

      <p>Kai Havertz will be sidelined with a knee injury</p>
      Football

      Havertz injury blow forces Arsenal into transfer rethink

      <p>Zoe Harrison will start at fly half for England against the USA</p>
      Rugby Union

      Harrison wins fly-half battle for England World Cup opener

      <p>Lukas Nmecha’s penalty, after James Tarkowski was penalised for handball, settled the contest </p>
      at Elland Road

      The Leeds logic behind their ‘magical night’ – and why it could last

      Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

      <p>Ellie Kildunne is the reigning World Player of the Year</p>
      Rugby Union

      How Kildunne emerged as the face of England’s home World Cup

      <p>A new Women's Rugby World Cup trophy has been unveiled for the 2025 tournament</p>
      Rugby Union

      Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 fixtures and match schedule

      <p>Canada's Sophie de Goede is one player who could enjoy a standout 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup</p>
      Rugby Union

      Five players to watch at the Women’s Rugby World Cup

      <p>32 players have been named in England's squad for the 2025 Rugby World Cup</p>
      Rugby Union

      Who are the Red Roses? Player-by-player guide to England’s squad

      In depth

      <p>Moses Itauma after dispatching Dillian Whyte in the first round</p>
      Boxing

      The crucial unknowns behind Itauma, boxing’s newest superstar

      Football

      Anger at Isak reveals biggest regret from summer transfer saga

      <p>Ruben Amorim defended his decision to select Altay Bayindir against Arsenal</p>
      Football

      Man Utd had a weakness against Arsenal - what happened was inevitable

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      ACFC

      Why Matheus Cunha is Man United’s best signing in years

      ACFC

      The real reason Liverpool signed Jeremie Frimpong

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      ACFC

      Making a Premier League team of the season that actually works

      ACFC

      The Newcastle tactics that proved Eddie Howe is an elite manager

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      Sport

      Shearer hits out at fan’s ‘stupid question’ over Isak transfer saga

      Lifestyle

      Cruz Beckham channels dad David’s skills with poolside football tricks

      <p>Roy Keane and Micah Richards in heated clash over Man United’s Altay Bayindir.</p>
      Sport

      Roy Keane and Micah Richards clash over Man United’s Altay Bayindir

      Sport

      Slot says fans’ tribute show Diogo Jota’s family how deeply he’s loved

      Sport deals

      <p>adidas’s bestselling styles will see you through years to come</p>
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      Save over 30% on trainers and more with these adidas deals

      <p>Get ready for your next adventure with Mountain Warehouse savings</p>
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      Mountain Warehouse discount codes August 2025 – how to save 20%

      <p>Shop the latest styles at Nike with our round-up of the best discount codes</p>
      Deals

      Nike discount codes for August 2025 – how to get 10% off

      <p>I’ve tested the top Apple AirPods on the market, and these are the best deals available on my favourite headphones this month </p>
      Deals

      Best AirPods deals August 2025: AirPods Pro, 4 and Max

      Football

      Savinho played 48 times for Manchester City during the 2024-25 campaign (Martin Rickett/PA)
      Football

      Tottenham remain interested in Savinho after missing out on Eberechi Eze

      <p>Harry Maguire has always remained loyal to Man United even during his struggles</p>
      Football

      Maguire reveals why he has stayed devoted during Man Utd rollercoaster

      Harry Maguire attracted summer interest (Nick Potts/PA)
      Football

      Harry Maguire feels it would be ‘silly’ to leave rebuilding Man Utd right now

      <p>Clashing Universidad de Chile and Independiente fans attacked each other on Wednesday night</p>
      Football

      South American match abandoned after violent clashes between fans

      <p>Head Coach Enzo Maresca of Chelsea during a press conference</p>
      Football

      Maresca clarifies Chelsea stance over signing new centre-back

      <p>Manchester United have a new academy director</p>
      Football

      Man United continue Man City links in appointing new academy director

      <p>Southampton winger Tyler Dibling is being tracked by the biggest clubs in the Premier League (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>
      Sport

      Spurs line up alternative transfer targets after Eze deal hijacked

      <p>Eberechi Eze is on the brink of a move to Arsenal</p>
      Football

      Will Eze play for Crystal Palace tonight before Arsenal transfer?

      <p>Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle </p>
      News

      Newcastle legend brands Isak situation an ‘absolute mess’

      <p>Southampton winger Tyler Dibling is being tracked by the biggest clubs in the Premier League (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>
      Sport

      Spurs line up alternative transfer targets after Eze deal hijacked

      <p>Eberechi Eze is on the brink of a move to Arsenal</p>
      Football

      Will Eze play for Crystal Palace tonight before Arsenal transfer?

      <p>Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle </p>
      News

      Newcastle legend brands Isak situation an ‘absolute mess’

      Visit the USA

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      Here’s how to travel the US inspired by 7 recent Super Bowl champs

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      Hail Maryland: football, food and festivals in Baltimore and beyond

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      A sports lover’s guide to one week in Tennessee

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      Fandom in Florida: sports and city breaks in the Sunshine State

      Rugby Union

      <p>New Zealand are hoping to defend their World Cup crown</p>
      Rugby Union

      The two sides of a Women’s World Cup that could transform rugby

      Rugby Union

      ‘Incredible’ Scarratt hailed ahead of fifth World Cup

      Abby Dow is one of the key stars to watch at the upcoming World Cup (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Rugby Union

      Women’s Rugby World Cup: 5 stars to watch out for

      A new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy was unveiled ahead of the 2025 tournament in England (Adam Davy/PA)
      Rugby Union

      Rugby World Cup: England favourites on home soil as women’s rugby seeks to shine

      Megan Jones is ready for her Rugby World Cup return (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Rugby Union

      Women’s Rugby World Cup: England’s Megan Jones on dealing with grief

      England head coach John Mitchell says being World Cup favourites is “irrelevant” (John Walton/PA)
      Rugby Union

      England coach John Mitchell: Being World Cup favourites is irrelevant to us

      Tennis

      <p>Jannik Sinner is the defending men’s champion in 2025</p>
      Tennis

      When is the US Open draw? Confirmed seeds, wildcards and more

      Jack Draper, right, talks to partner Jessica Pegula (Yuki Iwamura/AP)
      Tennis

      Draper’s mixed US Open run ends as doubles specialists claim $1m prize

      Tennis

      US Open champions make statement: ‘We’re playing for doubles players’

      <p>Jack Draper in the US Open 2025 mixed doubles with Jessica Pegula</p>
      Tennis

      Why Draper stunningly left Nike before US Open

      <p>Jessica Pegula of the United States talks to teammate Jack Draper of Great Britain</p>
      Tennis

      US Open mixed doubles order of play: Draper and Pegula start time

      <p>The top seeds moved smoothly past the former US Open champions Alcaraz and Raducanu</p>
      Tennis

      Draper and Pegula see off Raducanu-Alcaraz in US Open mixed doubles

      <p>Top seeds Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula are into the semi-finals</p>
      LiveTennis

      US Open live: Draper-Pegula book semi-final spot in mixed doubles

      <p>Jannik Sinner has pulled out of the US Open mixed doubles </p>
      Tennis

      Sinner out of US Open mixed doubles after Cincinnati Open retirement

      Formula 1

      <p>Oscar Piastri holds a 15-point lead over Lando Norris in the world championship (Bradley Collyer/PA)</p>
      F1

      McLaren ‘explosion’ predicted as Norris and Piastri battle for title

      F1

      Wolff backs Bottas to return to F1 ahead of Cadillac entry in 2026

      <p>Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur</p>
      F1

      Vasseur says he and Hamilton ‘stupidly’ underestimated new challenge

      F1

      F1 boss open to prospect of ‘reverse grids’ at future races

      <p>Portugal last hosted F1 in 2021</p>
      F1

      Portugal PM insists ‘everything is ready’ to return to F1 calendar

      F1

      Oscar Piastri honoured with grandstand at 2026 Australian GP

      <p>McLaren have dominated the 2025 F1 season to this point</p>
      F1

      Verstappen pinpoints ‘incredible’ reason for McLaren’s F1 advantage

      <p>Christian Horner is being tipped to return to F1 by Bernie Ecclestone on one condition</p>
      F1

      Horner tipped for F1 return on one condition

      Boxing

      <p>Jake Paul before his fight with Mike Tyson in November</p>
      Boxing

      Jake Paul’s cryptic four-word message provides hint over Joshua fight

      Boxing

      Jake Paul’s cryptic four-word message provides hint over Joshua fight

      <p>Jake Paul before his fight with Mike Tyson in November</p>
      <p>Moses Itauma celebrates his rapid win over Dillian Whyte</p>
      Boxing

      Where does Moses Itauma go from here?

      <p>Dillian Whyte is guided out of the arena in Riyadh</p>
      Boxing

      CARVILL’S NOTES: The Aftermath of Itauma-Whyte

      <p>Moses Itauma (right) made short work of Dillian Whyte</p>
      Boxing

      Itauma-Whyte: How the DAZN and Independent teams saw the fight

      <p>Jake Paul ahead of his win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr</p>
      Boxing

      Shock Jake Paul opponent revealed to end hopes of Joshua fight

      <p>Jake Paul ahead of his win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr</p>
      Boxing

      Shock Jake Paul opponent revealed to end hopes of Joshua fight

      <p>Nakisa Bidarian (centre) with Jake Paul (right) and boxing champion Amanda Serrano</p>
      Boxing

      Meet the man behind Jake Paul

      <p>Frampton partly fills his days as a retired fighter by working as a pundit</p>
      Boxing

      Former world champion details 58 failures on the way to success

      Cricket

      Heather Knight has been named in England’s World Cup squad (Bradley Collyer/PA)
      Cricket

      England given injury boost as Knight named in Women’s World Cup squad

      Cricket

      England given injury boost as Knight named in Women’s World Cup squad

      Heather Knight has been named in England’s World Cup squad (Bradley Collyer/PA)
      Zak Crawley produced a batting masterclass to see the Northern Superchargers past London Spirit at Lord’s (Bradley Collyer/PA)
      Cricket

      Zak Crawley leads Northern Superchargers to dominant win over London Spirit

      Danni Wyatt-Hodge helped Southern Brave to victory over Welsh Fire (Nick Potts/PA)
      Cricket

      Southern Brave win off the penultimate ball to keep perfect Hundred record going

      Rehan Ahmed top scored for the Trent Rockets (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Cricket

      Rehan Ahmed impresses as Trent Rockets dominate Manchester Originals

      Manchester Originals’ Kathryn Bryce steered her side to victory (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Cricket

      Kathryn Bryce excels with bat as Manchester Originals thrash Trent Rockets

      Manchester Originals’ Kathryn Bryce steered her side to victory (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Cricket

      Kathryn Bryce excels with bat as Manchester Originals thrash Trent Rockets

      Amy Jones is upbeat about England’s prospects at the Women’s World Cup (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Cricket

      Amy Jones: England in a good place ahead of Women’s World Cup

      <p>Sonny Baker finished the game with a hat-trick at Old Trafford</p>
      Cricket

      Baker celebrates England call-up with Hundred hat-trick

      Golf

      <p>Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald has some decision to make when selecting his team</p>
      Golf

      Donald reveals two players causing him ‘headache’ over Ryder Cup picks

      Golf

      Donald reveals two players causing him ‘headache’ over Ryder Cup picks

      <p>Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald has some decision to make when selecting his team</p>
      <p>Rasmus Hojgaard can secure an automatic Ryder Cup spot with a good finish at the British Masters this week</p>
      Golf

      How Hojgaard can secure final automatic Ryder Cup place for Europe

      Scottie Scheffler credits Tiger Woods with inspiring a key part of his game (PA)
      Golf

      Scottie Scheffler says Tiger Woods showed him intensity needed to be the best

      Rory McIlroy sits second in the FedEx Cup standings beofre the season-ending Tour Championship (Mike Egerton/PA)
      Golf

      Rory McIlroy relishing ‘great opportunity’ to lift FedEx Cup from level start

      <p>Scottie Scheffler poses with The Keeper after winning the BMW Championship golf tournament</p>
      Golf

      Ryder Cup 2025: USA standings and predicting Keegan Bradley’s team

      <p>Scottie Scheffler poses with The Keeper after winning the BMW Championship golf tournament</p>
      Golf

      Ryder Cup 2025: USA standings and predicting Keegan Bradley’s team

      <p>Robert MacIntyre of Scotland prepares to putt on the first green at Caves Valley Golf Club</p>
      Golf

      Ryder Cup 2025: Europe standings and predicting team for Bethpage

      Golf

      MacIntyre blows four-shot lead as Scheffler wins BMW Championship

      Athletics

      Athletics

      Diamond League 2025: Lausanne schedule and start times

      Keely Hodgkinson made a winning return in the Diamond League (Rafal Oleksiewicz/AP)
      Athletics

      Hodgkinson makes stunning return ahead of World Championships

      <p>Grand Slam Track has failed to pay many of its athletes</p>
      Athletics

      Johnson admits Grand Slam Track cannot pay its athletes

      Cycling

      <p>Matt Richardson switched allegiances from Australia to Great Britain last year</p>
      Cycling

      Richardson sets flying start world record a year on from nation change

      <p>Tadej Pogacar secured the yellow jersey again with a dominant performance in France</p>
      Cycling

      Pogacar ‘counting the years until retirement’ after Tour success

      <p>Team GB's Matt Richardson is aiming to become "the fastest track cyclist of all time"</p>
      Cycling

      Trio of British track cyclists target three new world records

      US Sport

      <p>NCAA Michigan Football</p>
      US Sport

      Michigan football hit with record fine for sign-stealing scandal

      <p>The longtime mascot of the Denver Nuggets is suing the NBA team’s parent company, claiming wrongful termination after he underwent hip replacement surgery. </p>
      US Sport

      Former Nuggets mascot sues NBA team for wrongful termination

      US Sport

      Kelce reflects on how past two seasons ‘haven’t been to my standard’

      Betting

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      Best Betting Sites UK: Top 10 Online Bookmakers For June 2025

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      Best Free Bets and Betting Sign Up Offers UK for August 2025

      <p>Our betting writer Chris Wilson has tested the best new bookmakers on the market</p>
      Sport

      The best new betting sites August 2025

      <p>Betting apps have become the main way for gamblers to have a flutter </p>
      Sport

      The best betting apps for sport August 2025

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