Ipswich Town have assigned a first-team kit number to celebrity fan and stakeholder Ed Sheeran ahead of the their 2025-26 Championship campaign. The Tractor Boys lasted only one season in the Premier League and suffered an immediate relegation back to the second tier.
Aston Villa are on the verge of signing Ivory Coast international forward Evann Guessand from Nice, which could open the door to Ollie Watkins' exit from Villa Park this summer. Watkins has been linked with a move away from the club since the start of the summer transfer window, with several teams, including Manchester United, keen on signing the England star.
Former Arsenal and France defender Mikael Silvestre has warned Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze against securing a transfer to the Gunners this summer. The 27-year-old playmaker has become a much sought-after asset on the back of eye-catching performances for the Eagles and England.
Jose Mourinho paid an emotional tribute to former Champions League-winning FC Porto captain Jorge Costa, who sadly passed away on Tuesday from cardiac arrest at the age of 53. Costa, who helped Porto lift their second European Cup had a long managerial career post-retirement and in the summer of 2024, he rejoined his ex-club as their director of football.
As the Sea Robbers set their focus firmly on the MTN8 semi-final clash and perhaps the new PSL season, the 20-year-old's future remains a subject of speculation.
Manchester United have turned down a host of approaches from clubs wanting to sign Harry Maguire, with the defender keen to renew his contract and retire at Old Trafford.
Yoane Wissa has rejoined Brentford's pre-season training amid strong transfer interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies have been linked with a move for Wissa, but the Bees had made it clear that they won't sell the forward for less than £40 million. Brentford have already sold Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United are thus reluctant to let another first-team star leave.
Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is finally set to wave farewell to the Old Trafford faithful when Fiorentina travel to the Theatre of Dreams this week.
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is not entirely happy with Rodrygo in his squad amid strong interest from Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. The Gunners are still looking for an attacking option despite the arrival of Viktor Gyokeres, while their arch-rivals Spurs have identified the Brazilian winger a possible replacement of outgoing captain Son Heung-min.
Mexican club Chivas have registered players sharing the names of Cristiano Ronaldo and Zinedine Zidane for the new season which has sparked a buzz among fans.