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World Cup 2026 reshapes Ballon d'Or race and sparks Saudi transfer moves
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World Cup 2026 reshapes Ballon d'Or race and sparks Saudi transfer moves
The tournament's semi-final stage has narrowed Golden Ball contenders to eight players while Saudi clubs pursue international stars.
- Harry Kane leads Ballon d'Or contenders after a domestic double with Bayern Munich and six World Cup goals; Kylian Mbappe follows with eight tournament goals.
- Al-Hilal has contacted Harry Kane's representatives to discuss a transfer, with his contract carrying a €65 million release clause, Sky Sports reported.
- Transfermarkt valued Barcelona's Lamine Yamal at €200 million as the highest among semi-final players; four Barcelona players made the top-value XI.
- Al-Riyadh president Bandar Al-Muqbil stated the club is close to announcing the signing of Mahmoud Trezeguet from Al-Ahly within 24 to 48 hours.
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كأس العالم 2026 يعيد تشكيل السباق نحو الكرة الذهبية
aljazeera.net
الهلال السعودي يضع هاري كين على رأس أولوياته الصيفية | مصراوي
masrawy.com
لامين جمال بالصدارة.. برشلونة يتسيد نصف نهائي مونديال 2026 في القيمة السوقية
aljazeera.net
"الأمور تنتهي".. رئيس الرياض السعودي يكشف آخر تطورات ضم محمود تريزيجيه
masrawy.com
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