Real Madrid eyes Arsenal's William Saliba and Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate to bolster their defense. With key departures looming and injury concerns, Los Blancos are strategically waiting for affordable deals, leveraging their strong pull on top talent.
Crewe Alexandra secures Shilow Tracey's future with a new contract, a pivotal step for manager Lee Bell as he pushes to sign four more players before the League Two season kicks off, despite Tracey's ongoing injury recovery.
Salford City have secured the services of experienced goalkeeper Mark Howard, 38, following his departure from Wrexham. This marks Howard's second stint with the Ammies, expressing his excitement for the move. Contract details remain undisclosed.
After abstaining last season, Solihull Moors are set to compete in the National League Cup, driven by positive feedback and the desire to develop younger players against top U21 opposition from Premier League and EFL clubs.
Preston North End bolstered their squad with the free transfer signing of veteran striker Michael Smith from Sheffield Wednesday and goalkeeper Jack Walton from Luton Town, as they gear up for the new Championship season.
Marcus Rashford's Barcelona debut faces hurdles. The club's financial woes and La Liga's salary limits mean he can train and play friendlies, but competitive appearances are on hold until registration issues are resolved.
Newcastle's £25m bid for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa has been rejected, with the player eager for a Champions League move. Brentford, already having sold Mbeumo, are determined to keep him amidst talks.
Hakan Calhanoglu's agent, Gordon Stipic-Wipfler, has decisively debunked intense rumors linking his client to Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, affirming Calhanoglu's commitment to Inter Milan for the upcoming season.
Barcelona is reportedly nearing a breakthrough in Frenkie de Jong's contract renewal, despite lingering agent issues. The Dutch midfielder is set to accept a significant wage cut to extend his stay, a move crucial for the club's financial flexibility and transfer plans.
As Italy desperately seeks goals for 2026 World Cup qualification, a promising crop of Italian strikers, featuring new transfers and returning talents, are fiercely competing for Azzurri spots, igniting hope for the national team's scoring future.
