Chris Paul pulls up to The Late Run Show with Chad Ochocinco and Raheem Taylor-Parkes, and the 12-time All-Star came with stories nobody else can tell: the trade to the Lakers that went through and got killed within hours, the league rules that blocked him from becoming a part-owner of LAFC, and the day Wembanyama pointed at the Paris apartment where he lived alone at 15.

He played as a starter in his first match.

The German star reignites controversy once again after the end of the World Cup

Barcelona are looking to wrap up their transfer market dealings quickly.

AC Milan are considering a move to bring Brahim Diaz back to San Siro as they continue their search for a new attacking midfielder. The potential return is prompted by increasing uncertainty surrounding Rafael Leao, who has hinted at a surprising departure to Turkey after a seven-year tenure with the Rossoneri.

Newcastle United are reportedly waiting until August 16 to submit a formal bid for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall. The strategic delay is designed to carefully navigate UEFA's new 45-day transfer rule following Sandro Tonali's recent move to Spurs.

Intermediaries have contacted Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur about the potential transfer of Mika Godts. The 21-year-old Belgian winger is currently subject to intense interest from Paris Saint-Germain following a remarkable campaign at Ajax.

Arsenal are closely monitoring Vinicius Junior's contract standoff with Real Madrid as the Brazilian enters the final year of his current deal. The Premier League giants are reportedly prepared to shatter their wage structure to sign the winger if an agreement cannot be reached in Spain.

Manchester United are actively exploring a blockbuster player-plus-cash swap deal to sign Juventus winger Francisco Conceicao this summer. The Premier League side are reportedly prepared to offer €30 million alongside out-of-favour Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee to secure the highly-rated Portugal international's signature.

Manchester United are ready to test Newcastle United's resolve with a £60m opening proposal for left-back Lewis Hall, who has been greenlit as a primary target by the Old Trafford hierarchy. Following a tumultuous summer window, the Magpies are facing a challenge in retaining the England international.

Tottenham have agreed a €40 million (£34m) fee to sell club captain Cristian Romero to Serie A side Inter. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi has publicly confirmed he will respect the defender's desire to seek a fresh challenge away from London.

Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has confirmed that Joao Palhinha is not part of the club's plans for the upcoming season. The 31-year-old Portuguese midfielder is keen on remaining in England, with Premier League sides Aston Villa and Newcastle United both showing interest in his signature.

Hernandez joins a list of legendary players who have joined USL. GOAL ranks the top players to join the American league.

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the South Korean star to discuss his role as an ambassador, his love for the game and how he wants people to see him

Son Heung-Min scored twice, and the MLS All-Stars overcame some rocky defending to beat the Liga MX All-Stars 4-3 in a chaotic back-and-forth contest. The LAFC man was dominant in his 35 minutes of action, but Dean Smith's side struggled as they rotated and required some late heroics in defense to see off a Liga MX outfit that improved as the game wore on.

With Mauricio Pochettino reportedly nearing a new deal through 2030, GOAL examines the player-pool decisions, expanded role and club links that could define his second USMNT cycle.

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