Football icon Luka Modric, 39, has officially joined AC Milan on a free transfer after 13 glorious years with Real Madrid, signing a deal until June 2026. The Ballon d'Or winner seeks a fresh challenge and aims for the next World Cup.
Swansea City's pre-season preparations kick off with a surprise as forwards Jerry Yates and Josh Ginnelly are noticeably absent from the squad traveling to Spain, casting doubts on their roles for the upcoming Championship season.
Wolverhampton Wanderers will honour former player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva during their first home game against Manchester City, following their tragic deaths. Molineux has become a site of heartfelt tributes.
Nottingham Forest's rising star Joe Gardner joins Mansfield Town on a season-long loan. The 20-year-old forward, who previously played for Lincoln, is eager to impress with the Stags and reunite with teammate Kyle McAdam.
Veteran midfielder Richie Smallwood, ex-Bradford City captain, joins Tranmere Rovers on a one-year deal. The 34-year-old is thrilled to play a part, swayed by manager Andy Crosby's vision.
Newcastle United is reportedly intensifying efforts to sign long-term target Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, with talks centered on a potential club-record £86 million offer. The French U21 international is also on the radar of several other top Premier League clubs.
Real Madrid has secured the signing of 22-year-old left-back Álvaro Carreras from Benfica for €50m. The former Manchester United prospect and Real youth product returns to his roots on a six-year deal.
Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike, once challenged to emulate Kylian Mbappe, is now a hot Premier League prospect. His remarkable journey from Stade Reims to a standout season with Frankfurt highlights his unique talent and fierce ambition, making him a fascinating transfer target.
Alfie Holt, 20, a Man Utd fan, has been banned from football for three years and fined £120 after admitting to slapping Jack Grealish at Old Trafford. Holt claimed Grealish insulted him, an accusation the City star denies.
A Manchester United fan, Alfie Holt, 20, pleaded guilty to assaulting Jack Grealish after claiming the Man City player insulted him post-derby. Holt received a three-year football ban and a fine.