Micky van de Ven was being linked with Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea when the summer transfer window of 2026 swung open, but the Dutch defender appears set to remain at Tottenham. Ex-Spurs star Toby Alderweireld has explained to GOAL why interest in the fleet-footed centre-half has faded following a couple of testing seasons in north London.
Inter manager Cristian Chivu has minimised the significance of his side's upcoming pre-season derby against AC Milan in Perth, Australia. The Romanian coach insisted that match fitness and squad progression remain his primary objectives ahead of the new campaign, dismissing the notion that the friendly result holds any significant bragging rights.
Vinicius Junior has officially returned to Real Madrid training following his post-World Cup holiday, but intense speculation regarding a move to Arsenal continues to grow. The 26-year-old's agent recently fueled transfer rumours after posting a highly suggestive message upon landing in London.
Veteran striker Edin Dzeko has signed a new contract extension with Schalke 04 that will keep him at the club beyond his 41st birthday. The Bosnian icon joined the Gelsenkirchen side in January 2026, scoring six goals in 11 appearances to propel the former German giants back to the Bundesliga for the first time since the 2022-23 campaign.
Ajax have officially completed the season-long loan signing of veteran Barcelona goalkeeper Marc ter Stegen. The Germany international joins the Eredivisie giants following a temporary spell at Girona, reuniting with former colleague Jordi Cruyff to bolster the squad in Amsterdam.
Oliver Baumann has revealed that former Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann apologised for dropping him right before the 2026 World Cup. The 36-year-old goalkeeper was expected to start after playing throughout qualifying but was benched when Manuel Neuer came out of international retirement prior to Germany’s round-of-32 exit.
Paris Saint-Germain have expressed a strong interest in signing Barcelona defender Jules Kounde this summer. Les Parisiens are hoping to capitalise on ongoing talks for Ferran Torres to negotiate a double deal with the Catalan giants.
Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez has expressed his delight with life under new manager Enzo Maresca as the squad adapts to his tactical demands. The 24-year-old Spaniard impressed during a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan, positioning himself for a far more prominent role in midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Anyone who is a goalkeeper and looking for a new club does not have it easy these days. Their relationship status with the transfer market is complicated. Noah Atubolu’s so far more than sobering summer serves as a prime example.
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