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Photo: Instagram/Dusan Vlahovic Reports suggest that Juventus and Chelsea are discussing the possibility of a swap deal involving Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku. The deal aims to facilitate Lukaku's departure from Chelsea and resolve Juventus' need to sell Vlahovic due to financial constraints caused by missing out on the Champions League. Chelsea previously hesitated to sign Vlahovic and are now looking for alternative options as the transfer window approaches its end. Photo: Instagram/Dusan Vlahovic The proposed deal would see Juventus receive cash in addition to Lukaku. However, the exact amount of money involved is unknown, and it remains unclear whether Juventus' initial asking price of €80 million for Vlahovic is realistic. The potential trade could serve as a solution for Juventus, allowing them to offload Vlahovic while securing Lukaku, a player highly desired by Max Allegri. Despite a brief lull in the Lukaku transfer rumors, the talks between Juventus and Chelse

Photo: Instagram/Justin Verlander Mets star Justin Verlander is at the center of trade rumors as the New York Mets undergo a fire sale.  The Los Angeles Dodgers have expressed interest in acquiring him, but Verlander apparently prefers a return to the Houston Astros. The Astros, who are still in discussions with Verlander, are seen as his preferred destination due to his relationship with owner Jim Crane. The Mets would likely prefer the Dodgers as a trade partner, given their strong farm system ranking, but Verlander's full no-trade clause allows him to dictate where he goes. Photo: Instagram/Justin Verlander If the Mets aim for a short-term reset and bolstering their farm system, accommodating Verlander's preference for New York becomes the logical course of action. Although Verlander's performance hasn't matched his Cy Young-winning season from the previous year, he remains a valuable asset, having recorded a 6-5 record with a 3.15 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and 81 strikeouts

Photo: Instagram/Floyd Mayweather Jr. Floyd Mayweather Jr. recently brought attention to his claim of witnessing Tupac Shakur's murder in Las Vegas. He stated that he lived near the location where Shakur was shot multiple times from a white Cadillac while driving to a club in a black BMW on September 7, 1996. Shakur succumbed to his injuries six days later in a Las Vegas hospital. The case has resurfaced with a recent search warrant executed by the Las Vegas Police Department. The warrant was served at a home in Henderson, Nevada, linked to Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who is the uncle of a previous suspect in the rapper's killing. Photo: Instagram/Floyd Mayweather Jr. Among the items seized during the search were computers, a cellphone, a hard drive, documents, a Vibe magazine featuring Shakur, marijuana, .40-caliber bullets, photographs, and Davis' memoir. Before the shooting, Shakur had an encounter with Orlando "Baby Lane" Anderson, a member of the Los A

Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard NBA star Damian Lillard , a devoted combat sports enthusiast, had the opportunity to meet the legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao at T-Mobile Arena during the Terence Crawford vs. Errol Spence Jr. fight . Lillard's excitement was palpable as he embraced one of his idols at the event. Known for his passion for boxing, the 33-year-old Trail Blazers guard often attends such events and shares his insights on results. On this occasion, Lillard praised Crawford for delivering an "all-time" performance. Before Crawford's TKO victory over Spence Jr. in the ninth round, Lillard warmly hugged and shook hands with Pacquiao, who appeared equally thrilled to meet him. Photo: Instagram/Damian Lillard Following the match, Lillard took to Twitter to express his astonishment at Crawford's three knockdowns and dominant display in the ring, hailing it as an exceptional performance. Beyond his love for combat sports, Damian Lillard's future in the NBA

Photo: Instagram/Justin Verlander Justin Verlander recently shared his thoughts on the New York Mets' decision to trade Max Scherzer to the Rangers. After the trade was announced, Verlander admitted that he is now reconsidering his future with the Mets. Speaking to reporters after a win against the Nationals, the 40-year-old pitcher addressed the team's decision to offload Scherzer before the MLB trade deadline. Verlander expressed some surprise at the departure of Scherzer, who waived his no-trade clause to join the Rangers, as well as veteran reliever David Robertson, who was traded to the rival Marlins. Photo: Instagram/Justin Verlander He couldn't help but ponder what this means for the team's future. Scherzer was expected to be a key part of the Mets' starting rotation next season, so seeing him go had an impact on Verlander's perspective. Similar to Scherzer, Verlander also has a no-trade clause in his contract. He mentioned that he would consider waiving

Photo: Instagram/Joao Cancelo Thomas Tuchel has revealed that Joao Cancelo's departure from Bayern Munich was not due to "footballing reasons." While Cancelo made an impact during his loan spell, securing two assists in his initial appearances, he experienced sporadic selections in Tuchel's starting eleven, leaving him frustrated. Before joining Bayern, Cancelo's falling out with Pep Guardiola at Manchester City was well-known, though there were no reported issues during his stay in Munich. Photo: Instagram/Joao Cancelo Despite Cancelo's contributions, Bayern did not consider a permanent deal, as there was no buy-on clause in his loan agreement, and City valued him at 70-million euros. Tuchel clarified that the decision not to pursue the right-back on a permanent basis was unrelated to his footballing abilities. He mentioned the return of Davies from injury and the signing of Guerreiro as factors contributing to the decision. The reasons behind the non-pursui

Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant   The infamous move of Kevin Durant joining the 73-9 Golden State Warriors in 2016, after their NBA Finals loss, remains one of the most controversial decisions in modern NBA history. Despite winning two championships with the team, his exit in 2019 triggered speculation about internal conflicts. Durant blamed his fallout with Draymond Green as the primary reason for leaving the historic Warriors side. The moment that seemed to be the turning point was during a game against the Los Angeles Clippers in November 2019 when Green failed to pass the ball to Durant and then threw tantrums on the sidelines. Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant and Draymond green   The fallout from that incident led Durant to isolate himself, feeling that it marked the beginning of the end of his time with the Warriors. He eventually signed a $164 million deal with the Brooklyn Nets after the team's NBA Finals loss against the Toronto Raptors, where Durant suffered a ruptured Achi

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Conor McGregor wasted no time in reigniting his feud with Justin Gaethje after Gaethje's impressive victory over Dustin Poirier , crowning him the UFC's second BMF champion. Despite McGregor's two-year absence due to a broken leg, he's eager to face Gaethje and expressed his intentions on Twitter, stating he'll "slap [Gaethje] around" and asserting his claim as the real BMF. The rivalry between McGregor and Gaethje dates back to 2019 when they were supposed to fight, but an injury thwarted the bout. This recent exchange on social media indicates that tensions between them are far from subsiding. McGregor is also set to face Michael Chandler later in the year, though official confirmation awaits his USADA testing completion. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Gaethje's victory over Poirier was impressive, culminating with a powerful head kick that secured his new BMF champion title. However, McGregor seemed unimpressed wit

Photo: Instagram/Terence Crawford Terence Crawford expressed his willingness to have a rematch with Errol Spence Jr at 154 lbs, considering his previous thoughts about moving up in weight. Crawford won the fight in a dominant fashion , leading to questions about the contractual rematch. Spence had mentioned his reluctance to have the rematch at 147 lbs, leaving it up to Crawford to dictate the terms, including the weight class for the rematch. During the post-fight press conference, Crawford emphasized that he never underestimates his opponents and would approach a potential rematch with Spence with the same level of preparation and respect. He thanked Spence and his team for making the fight happen, acknowledging that it was a highly anticipated bout. Photo: Instagram/Terence Crawford Crawford confidently claimed to be the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter after this victory, stating that both fighters were in the top five, making the winner the undeniable top-ranked fighter. He dismisse

Photo: Instagra/Caleb Plant In an eventful turn of events at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, tensions flared beyond the official weigh-in of boxing giants Errol Spence and Terence Crawford, who are set to face off for the unified welterweight crown. Amid the excitement surrounding the much-anticipated fight, other egos also came into play, adding fuel to the fire beneath the boxing ring. Caleb Plant and Jermall Charlo, not directly involved in the Spence-Crawford showdown, engaged in a heated exchange of words that electrified the atmosphere. The situation escalated when Plant, also known as 'Sweet Hands,' delivered a resounding slap to Charlo , a moment captured on video and now circulating widely. The reason behind Plant's sudden aggression remains unclear, leaving spectators and onlookers puzzled. Photo: Instagra/Caleb Plant Witnesses claim that after the altercation, Plant yelled at Charlo, warning him not to provoke him again. The intensity of the confrontation left

Photo: Instagram/Shohei Ohtani Shohei Ohtani 's remarkable brilliance on the baseball field has not only captivated MLB fans but has also left his fellow Angels teammates in awe. One such player is Lucas Giolito, the newly acquired pitcher, who provided fans with a memorable and humorous moment during his first start for the club against the Blue Jays. Before taking the mound, Giolito had the privilege of witnessing Ohtani's historic doubleheader performance against the Tigers from the front row of the dugout. Photo: Instagram/Shohei Ohtani Ohtani, the three-time All-Star, astonishingly hammered a 397-foot solo home run on the first pitch of the night, marking his 39th homer of the season , making him the leader in MLB. As Ohtani returned to the dugout, all eyes were fixed on the Japanese sensation, and Giolito's face showed a mixture of disbelief and excitement, revealing him as Ohtani's newest and most enthusiastic fan. The priceless expression captured the sentiments

Photo: Instagram/Errol Spence and Terence Crawford   Errol Spence and Terence Crawford are set to make boxing history as they clash in Las Vegas for the undisputed welterweight world title, marking the first time anyone will achieve this feat in the era of four-belt boxing. Both American fighters boast undefeated records, with Spence holding the WBC, WBA, and IBF world titles, carrying an impressive record of 28 wins and 22 knockouts. Meanwhile, Crawford, the WBO belt holder, stands at 39 wins and 30 knockouts, with ten consecutive victories by knockout, seven of which occurred in the welterweight division. Arriving in Las Vegas, the 35-year-old Crawford expressed his determination to win the undisputed championship for the second time, following his successful venture into the welterweight division, which began with a victory over Jeff Horn in 2018. Crawford's most recent triumph against David Avanesyan further solidified his position as a dominant force in the sport, with no op

Photo: Instagram/Steph Curry Steph Curry , much like his contemporaries, grew up admiring Kobe Bryant's championship-winning performances with the Los Angeles Lakers. During a recent appearance on the "Hot Ones" show with host Sean Evans, Curry fondly recounted three cherished encounters with the late basketball legend. The first memory took place during Curry's rookie season in 2009-10 when he was just 21 years old and still finding his footing in the NBA. In a game against the Lakers at Oracle Arena, Curry executed a skillful move near the paint, banking in a step-back jumper off the glass. The broadcast quickly cut to Bryant sitting on the bench, visibly impressed, which left a lasting impact on Curry. Photo: Instagram/Steph Curry It was an extraordinary moment for him to have his game acknowledged and validated by Kobe Bryant. The second anecdote involved a preseason matchup between the Warriors and Lakers early in Curry's career. Known for his relentless defe

Photo: Instagram/Shohei Ohtani In a remarkable display of talent and resilience, Shohei Ohtani , the renowned Los Angeles Angels star, showcased his versatility in a stunning performance on Thursday. Just a day after the Angels decided to retain him and pulled him from the trade market, Ohtani made history by pitching a complete game for the first time in his MLB career. He dominated the Detroit Tigers, allowing just one hit while striking out eight , leading the Angels to a commanding 6-0 victory in Game 1 of the doubleheader. But Ohtani's brilliance didn't stop there. In Game 2, he achieved a feat never before accomplished in MLB history, according to Elias Sports Bureau. After throwing a shutout in the first leg , he smashed two home runs, bringing his season total to an impressive 38, extending his lead as the player with the most home runs in the league. Photo: Instagram/Shohei Ohtani This outstanding performance also increased his home run pace, making him a serious conte

Photo: Instagram/Terence Crawford Terence Crawford demonstrated his exceptional adaptability during his bout against Shawn Porter, which took place in Las Vegas in 2019. The match was a WBO welterweight world title defense for Crawford. After the ninth round, Crawford's corner informed him that he was trailing on the scorecards against Porter. Upon hearing this, Crawford entered the tenth round with a newfound determination. In a stunning turn of events, he delivered a devastating left-hand punch that sent Porter to the canvas. Photo: Instagram/Terence Crawford The referee swiftly called off the fight, declaring Crawford the winner by knockout. During the corner footage from the fight, Crawford's trainer, Brian McIntyre, urged him to pay attention and emphasized the need to step up in the coming rounds. Crawford seemed incredulous that he was behind on the scorecards and sought clarification multiple times before proceeding to fight back with an impressive display of skill. I

Photo: Instagram/Kylian Mbappé Kylian Mbappé has reportedly turned down a meeting with Al Hilal officials in Paris regarding a potential record-breaking transfer to Saudi Arabia. Paris Saint-Germain, the club to which Mbappé belongs, had granted Al Hilal permission to engage in discussions with the French striker after receiving a written bid of £259 million for his services. However, Mbappé and his representatives have firmly declined the invitation to engage in talks with the Saudi Pro League side, indicating that he has never seriously considered the possibility of making such a move. Photo: Instagram/Kylian Mbappé The uncertainty surrounding Mbappé's future at PSG arose when he informed the club in June that he would not be extending his current contract beyond 2025, effectively making him a free agent next summer. As early as January, he would be able to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with any other club. While PSG has not officially confirmed Mbappé's rejection of Al

Photo: Instagram/Jaylen Brown The Boston Celtics have now firmly entered a win-now phase after agreeing to a monumental 5-year, $304 million supermax extension with Jaylen Brown , making it the largest contract in NBA history. When combined with his 2023-24 salary of $28.5 million, Brown's total earnings amount to an astonishing $332.5 million. Although such astronomical figures are becoming more commonplace in the sports world, it remains an unfathomable sum for all but a select few. The fully guaranteed contract puts immense pressure on the Celtics to succeed immediately. With their current roster commitments, they are already looking at a luxury tax bill of $21.7 million and will likely remain a repeater-tax team in the future, which could lead to further financial restrictions. Photo: Instagram/Jaylen Brown This extension also has implications for other players on the team. With Kristaps Porziņģis ' contract extended by two years and $60 million, and Jayson Tatum likely to