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For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

Enzo Maresca has insisted that Manchester City remain a work in progress despite securing a dramatic late victory over Bournemouth. The new manager praised the incredible impact of his substitutes while acknowledging the significant physical disparities in his squad, emphasising that much more time and preparation are required to reach their optimal level this season.

Isabel Haugseng Johansen has stunned supporters by showcasing a brand-new hairstyle, mirroring her boyfriend Erling Haaland after the Manchester City striker unexpectedly shaved off his signature long blond locks. The 22-year-old Norwegian revealed her fresh shoulder-length trim on social media just hours before Manchester City kicked off their Premier League campaign against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium.

Bournemouth head coach Marco Rose expressed his disappointment following a late defensive breakdown that saw his side slip to a defeat against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Despite delivering a competitive display for large periods of the Premier League fixture, the Cherries conceded late on to hand Enzo Maresca's side all three points, leaving their manager demanding immediate improvements at the back.