While sporting director Max Eberl is being lined up for a new contract, Christoph Freund’s future remains unresolved. There are said to still be doubts within the FC Bayern Munich hierarchy regarding the duo’s working relationship.
MLS outfit LAFC have strengthened their forward line with the permanent signing of German attacker Armindo Sieb from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. The 23-year-old former Germany youth international joins the Black and Gold on a long-term deal running through the 2028-29 season, with a club option to extend for a further year.
Manchester United might have spent the summer scouring the transfer market for reinforcements, but the answer to their attacking woes could be a familiar face returning to Carrington. After a loan spell in La Liga, Marcus Rashford is back in the fold at Old Trafford, and some of the game's biggest legends believe he is ready to take the Premier League by storm once again.
Manchester City are set to sell midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah for £51 million. The Dutch international has already agreed personal terms and departs the Etihad Stadium after spending just a single season with the club.
Al-Hilal have included defender Joao Cancelo in their squad for the new season while negotiations with Barcelona continue. The Saudi Arabian club has assigned him the number 20 shirt as talks over a permanent transfer stall.
New Zealand defender Tim Payne has seen his signed Olimpia debut shirt trigger a fierce bidding war, with offers surpassing $3,200 shortly after going to auction. Having become a global social media sensation during the 2026 World Cup, the 32-year-old full-back continues to ride a remarkable wave of popularity with the Paraguayan powerhouse.
Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly informed the Arsenal hierarchy that he has no intention of joining Galatasaray despite the Turkish giants stepping up their pursuit of the winger. The Brazilian international remains focused on his career in north London even as the Gunners evaluate their attacking options for the new campaign.
Ronald de Boer has backed Patrick Kluivert to become the perfect assistant for new Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez. The former Barcelona team-mates share a close bond, and De Boer believes Kluivert's vast experience would immediately benefit the incoming manager.
Jack Grealish may have faced questions of his £100 million ($135m) move to Manchester City, while generating transfer talk in 2026, but Colin Hendry has told GOAL how the “clever” playmaker has maximised his career. Whatever happens from this point, the 30-year-old forward boasts the kind of trophy-winning CV that most players can only dream about.
Inter Milan are reportedly plotting a late summer move for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones as they look to complete their squad. The Italian champions have already reached an agreement with the player while negotiations continue over a transfer fee.
Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana has called for much-needed stability at Stamford Bridge as the club prepares to enter a new era under head coach Xabi Alonso. The West London outfit have experienced frequent managerial changes and heavy player turnover in recent years, prompting the French international to urge a more settled long-term approach.
Santos star Neymar lashed out at "negative" home supporters after being booed during Thursday's 2-1 Copa Sudamericana comeback victory against Macara at Vila Belmiro. Despite registering two assists to complete a hard-fought round-of-16 first-leg win, the former Brazilian international urged critical fans with pessimistic attitudes to "stay home" instead.
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino believes the Gunners have now assembled the most formidable engine room in world football following the blockbuster arrival of Bruno Guimaraes. The Brazilian international completed a £75 million move from Newcastle United this summer, further bolstering a squad that successfully achieved their Premier League title dream last term.
Djed Spence has touched down in Italy ahead of his €35 million transfer to Inter. The England international is set to undergo his medical on Friday after Tottenham Hotspur agreed to sell the defender following an impressive World Cup campaign.
Juventus are actively looking to streamline their squad by placing several players on the transfer market. High-profile names such as Nico Gonzalez and Teun Koopmeiners lead the club's exit list as the Bianconeri look to strengthen their team.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has received four Guinness World Records certificates honouring his remarkable goalscoring feats in domestic and international football. The 26-year-old Norwegian earned recognition for historic milestones achieved across the Premier League, Champions League, and Nations League ahead of the new season.
Former Chelsea first-team doctor Eva Carneiro has launched a stinging rebuke to Jose Mourinho and John Terry after the pair revisited their infamous 2015 touchline clash in a new Netflix documentary. The long-standing feud, which began during a Premier League season opener against Swansea City, has been reignited as the protagonists trade fresh barbs over medical ethics.
Filippo Mane has been playing for Borussia Dortmund for more than four years, but the centre-back is still a long way from a major breakthrough because of injuries. Now the 21-year-old is among the winners of BVB's pre-season.
Arsenal have reportedly opened negotiations with Galatasaray regarding a stunning move for Victor Osimhen, potentially bringing the Nigerian superstar to the Premier League at last. The Gunners are exploring the deal as part of wider discussions with the Turkish giants that involve several other high-profile names moving in the opposite direction.
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