Birmingham City strengthens its squad, signing Japanese midfielder Kanya Fujimoto, 26, on a three-year free transfer from Gil Vicente. He joins compatriots Tomoki Iwata and Kyogu Furuhashi, adding depth ahead of their Championship return.
Joao Felix, the Portuguese sensation, is reportedly at another career crossroads, eyeing a return to Benfica amidst a string of unconvincing spells at Europe's top clubs.
FC Porto officially names Francesco Farioli, 36, as head coach from 2025-26. The Italian tactician, famed for his philosophy degree, joins on a two-year deal after stints at Ajax, Nice, and Turkish clubs, replacing Martin Anselmi.