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Transfer grades for the biggest deals of the window so far

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.

Barcelona eye shock free transfer for ex-Bayern midfielder

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.

A transfer record of Bayern Munich will soon be history

Interest in Kerim Alajbegovic from England and Italy is high. It is not only the player who are now benefiting from the bidding war among the major clubs, but Bayer Leverkusen too. The Werkself will thereby break a transfer record of Bayern Munich.

Bayern boss blasts Infantino over 'disgusting' FIFA plans

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has launched a scathing attack on FIFA president Gianni Infantino, expressing his disgust at proposals to involve private investors in the World Cup. The outspoken Bavarian chief suggested that the global governing body has lost its way, prioritising commercial gain over the integrity of the sport.

Wolfsburg transfer madness: even Bayern’s options seem normal by comparison

VfL Wolfsburg are doing in the 2. Bundesliga what they always most liked doing in the Bundesliga: spending money hand over fist. Only the financial differences in the second tier are even more extreme. Is that just mad, or already a distortion of competition?

Germany v Cote D'Ivoire: Group E - FIFA World Cup 2026

Surprise move? Goretzka reportedly offers himself to top club

After speculation recently centred mainly on a move to Italy, Leon Goretzka now apparently has his sights set on a spectacular transfer to another country.

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