Liverpool are desperate to add a new No.9 to their squad ahead of the new season, but will have to look elsewhere now that Alexander Isak no longer seems to be an option
Manchester United have reportedly reached a £71 million agreement to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford after weeks of intense negotiations. The Cameroon international prioritised a move to Old Trafford over rival offers, and will now become United’s third signing of the summer in a transfer that could reshape their attack heading into the 2025-26 season.
Jack Grealish has returned to Manchester City for solo training sessions while he waits for a summer exit, six weeks after being told he could leave the club. The Citizens' £100 million signing has attracted domestic and overseas interest, but a move is yet to materialise – leaving the England international in limbo as he looks to revive his stalled career.
Florian Wirtz's father, Hans-Joachim, has lifted the lid on the decision behind his son’s sensational move to Liverpool, praising Arne Slot's 'pleasant' approach and tactical clarity. Despite strong interest from Bayern Munich, the German star opted for a Premier League switch, with his father now revealing just how tough it was to turn down Die Rekordmeister this summer.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe hosted top club officials on a unique Icelandic fishing retreat. Chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox joined Ratcliffe for strategic meetings in the wild – but head coach Ruben Amorim was asked to stay behind and prepare the squad for the Red Devils' pre-season friendly against Leeds United.