Golden Star Overview

A timely return

Fermin Lopez has revealed he endured "the worst summer" of his life after an injury ruled him out of Spain's World Cup-winning campaign. The Barcelona midfielder admitted he required professional help to cope with the heartbreak while being at his physical peak.

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.

Leon Goretzka has reportedly offered his services to Barcelona as a free agent following his departure from Bayern Munich. The Spanish giants are currently grappling with an injury crisis in midfield, but sporting director Deco is seemingly reluctant to sanction a reunion between the veteran and Hansi Flick.