Germany’s Euro 2025 campaign has suffered a significant setback after national team skipper Giulia Gwinn was ruled out for the rest of the tournament due to a knee injury. The 26-year-old was withdrawn during the first half of their opening match against Poland, prompting immediate concern from the German bench.
Manchester United learn Chelsea's cut-price valuation of Christopher Nkunku as the Reds Devils have shown interest in signing the French forward this summer. With the additions of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro to their squad from Ipswich and Brighton respectively, the Blues might consider offloading Nkunku who has been deemed surplus to manager Enzo Maresca's needs.
Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr are determined to sign Rodrygo as they look for support for Cristiano Ronaldo in the attack. The Saudi side are reportedly ready to offer a blank cheque to the Brazilian and have already approached the player's representatives. The 25-year-old, however, would prefer to move to the Premier League instead of heading to the Middle East.
Kyle Walker ended his eight-year-long stay at Manchester City as he signed for newly promoted Premier League side Burnley on a two-year deal. Walker joined the Cityzens from Tottenham Hotspur in 2017 and won several titles with Pep Guardiola's side, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy. He was also an integral part of the City side that won the treble in 2023.
Xabi Alonso spoke about Rodrygo's future at Real Madrid amid speculations that the Brazilian could move to Arsenal this summer. Rodrygo is currently in the US with the Los Blancos squad to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup but he has been strongly linked with a move away from Madrid this summer. Other than Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain are also interested in the attacker.
Former Liverpool and Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho has left Aston Villa to complete a permanent transfer to Vasco da Gama. Coutinho left the Villans last summer to return to his homeland and join the Brazilian Serie A side on loan and he has now made his move permanent. The 33-year-old made 26 appearances last season where he scored five goals and provided three assists.
Former Manchester United midfielder Angel Gomes has left Lille after five seasons to join fellow Ligue 1 outfit Marseille on a three-year deal. At Marseille, Gomes will reunite with former Old Trafford colleague Mason Greenwood. The England international reportedly had offers from Premier League sides Arsenal and United, however, he opted to stay in France instead of heading back to his homeland.
British billionaire Richard Branson jokingly threw a drink at Eberechi Eze after losing at chess to the Crystal Palace star. The duo spent time together at a luxury hotel in Mallorca as the England international enjoys a well-earned rest after a hectic season that culminated in winning the FA Cup, with the Eagles beating Manchester City in the final.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca heaped praise on Noni Madueke but sent out a blunt message for the Arsenal-linked winger. The Gunners have reportedly initiated fresh round of transfer talks with Madueke's representatives as their search for a new attacker continues. The Blues reportedly value the 23-year-old England internatonal at £50 million ($68m).
Estevao Willian scored an outrageous goal from a near-impossible angle in his final game for Palmeiras against future employers Chelsea in the Club World Cup quarter-finals. The Brazilian restored parity in the second half after Cole Palmer handed an early lead to the Blues, but Augustin Giay's late own goal helped the English giants progress to the last four.
Canadian forward Jonathan David has signed for Serie A giants Juventus on a five-year-deal. David joins the Italian side after his contract with Ligue 1 club Lille ended this summer. The 25-year-old will earn a salary of €6 million (£5m/$7m) per season plus bonuses at the Bianconeri. David spent five years at Lille where he scored 109 goals in 200 appearances.