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.
Harry Kane has added another massive trophy to his shelf after the Bayern Munich star won Germany's player of the year award for 2026. The England international beat his teammate Michael Olise in the annual poll run by Kicker magazine that involved hundreds of members of the German sports journalists association.
Harry Kane has described Bayern Munich’s 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Supercup as the perfect start to the new campaign. The England captain helped his side secure the first silverware of the 2026-27 season as Bayern’s era began with a hard-fought win at the Signal Iduna Park.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala will miss Saturday's Franz Beckenbauer Supercup clash against Borussia Dortmund. The playmaker has been ruled out as the club manages adjustments to his ongoing medical treatment.
Joao Palhinha is on the verge of bringing his frustrating spell at Bayern Munich to an end after the German giants reached a significant breakthrough in negotiations. The Portugal international is now expected to return to his homeland by joining Benfica, following a difficult period where he struggled to secure a regular starting spot in the Bundesliga.