Soham Mukherjee

Paris Saint-Germain are closing in on the signing of Illya Zabarnyi from AFC Bournemouth, with the transfer reportedly in its final stages. The 22-year-old Ukrainian centre-back is poised to join the reigning Ligue 1 champions, with only a few minor formalities left before the agreement is officially concluded.

Leeds United are reportedly exploring options to bolster their midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign, with Portuguese talent Florentino Luís emerging as a serious target. The Whites are reportedly among a trio of English clubs interested in luring the Benfica player to England this summer, as they look to add strength and depth to Daniel Farke’s squad.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has provided a promising update regarding the fitness of Gabriel Magalhaes, Jurrien Timber, and Riccardo Calafiori ahead of the new Premier League season. Speaking after his side’s narrow 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong, the Spanish manager expressed confidence that the trio will be ready to feature when the Gunners kick off their campaign against Manchester United on August 17.

England midfielder Ella Toone revealed that her beloved grandmother, whom she affectionately called “Nana Maz,” passed away on the morning of the Euro 2025 final against Spain. She played 87 minutes in the final before being substituted, delivering a typically industrious performance as England fought to defend their European crown following a 1-1 draw in regular time.

A pre-season North London derby turned unexpectedly heated when Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta found himself in a physical confrontation with Tottenham Hotspur defender Pedro Porro. The incident, which unfolded in the second half of a tense friendly clash, added an edge to what was otherwise billed as a tune-up match ahead of the new Premier League season.

Jadon Sancho is reportedly open to a drastic pay cut to leave Manchester United and return to Borussia Dortmund on a permanent transfer. After an inconsistent spell at Old Trafford, the winger appears willing to sacrifice his wages for the chance to revive his career in familiar surroundings.

Chelsea reportedly want Marc Cucurella to play an important role in helping Jorrel Hato settle into the Premier League. The Blues are on the verge of securing the services of the Dutch teenage defender from Ajax, with the two clubs finally settling on a fee that surpasses the €40 million (£34m/$46m) mark. The 19-year-old is expected to undergo a medical soon before becoming part of Enzo Maresca’s evolving Chelsea squad.

Vitor Reis has reportedly approached Manchester City's hierarchy with a request to secure a loan move this summer. The 19-year-old centre-back is seeking more consistent game time as he looks to accelerate his development and enhance his chances of breaking into the Brazil national team setup.

Former Arsenal forward Thierry Henry has received strong backing to take over the managerial reins at his former club and eventually succeed Mikel Arteta. Ex-Manchester United and France striker Louis Saha believes Henry’s passion for the game and footballing intellect make him a worthy candidate for the top job at the Emirates Stadium.

Wrexham have taken a significant step toward boosting their stadium’s capacity, having officially submitted a planning application to Wrexham City Borough Council. The club aims to add an extra 2,250 seats to the under-construction Kop Stand at the SToK Cae Ras, in a move designed to elevate the venue to international hosting standards.

Cristiano Ronaldo once again demonstrated his relentless drive on the pitch, helping Al-Nassr overturn a one-goal deficit to secure a 2-1 victory over French side Toulouse in a friendly held ahead of the new season. The match, played at Untersberg-Arena, saw the Saudi Pro League side show character and resolve, with Ronaldo leading from the front.

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy time and expectations as he marked his latest appearance for Al Nassr with a crucial goal, proving yet again that age is just a number. In a pre-season encounter against French side Toulouse FC at the Untersberg-Arena, the Portuguese icon demonstrated his enduring quality by notching the equalizer during the first half of the match.

Gary Lineker has reignited the eternal football debate by decisively backing Lionel Messi as the greatest player of all time, placing him beyond the reach of Cristiano Ronaldo and other footballing icons. The former England striker and long-time presenter of Match of the Day offered his views on the GOAT debate and insisted Messi is on 'another level'.

Everton had emerged as a surprise contender in the race to secure Manchester City’s Jack Grealish on a loan deal alongside West Ham and Napoli. However, a report from BBC indicates that Everton have taken a step back from any potential pursuit of the 29-year-old midfielder.

Lamine Yamal and Marcus Rashford are already forming a bond at Barcelona, with the teenage sensation emulating the Manchester United loanee's iconic goal celebration during a training session. Rashford's move to the Spanish champions was the culmination of a long-term effort behind the scenes as the England international had been eager to leave Old Trafford following a breakdown in his relationship with Ruben Amorim.

Florian Wirtz demonstrated his growing influence at Liverpool with a standout performance in the club’s final pre-season fixture in Asia, as the Reds secured a comeback victory over Yokohama F. Marinos at the Nissan Stadium. The German midfielder, who only recently joined the Merseyside club from Bayer Leverkusen, was instrumental in turning the game around after Liverpool had fallen behind early in the second half.

Oliver Glasner is fuming at Crystal Palace's transfer activity with the FA Cup winners already fighting to keep Arsenal target Eberechi Eze. Fresh off completing the high-profile capture of Viktor Gyokeres, the Gunners have now shifted their focus to Eze and are reportedly preparing a formal bid in the region of £60 million ($81m).

Newcastle United’s star striker Alexander Isak is not alone in feeling disillusioned with the club’s current trajectory. Reports have emerged suggesting that several members of the squad are losing faith in the club’s supposedly ambitious plans, many of which were central to the vision laid out by owners, the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), after their high-profile takeover in 2021.