Major football transfers are heating up with Marcus Rashford's Barcelona loan and Jadon Sancho's potential Juventus move dominating headlines. Arsenal faces striker hurdles, while Everton and other clubs navigate key player futures. Non-football sports also see significant developments.
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has surprisingly excluded veteran striker Patrick Bamford from his first-team plans, indicating the 31-year-old will train with the U21 squad if he remains at Elland Road. This decision marks a significant shift for the forward who has scored 60 goals for the club.
Whispers abound regarding Thiago Alcantara's potential Barcelona coaching return after last summer's stint. ESPN suggests a close deal, but MD contradicts, citing Flick's non-express request and Thiago's desire for limited involvement. Club reportedly content with current setup.
Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly weighing a second surgery for a persistent back issue. This critical decision could sideline him for months, reshaping his club future and Germany World Cup hopes, creating a significant dilemma.
Vinicius Junior's contract talks with Real Madrid face a significant hurdle following a challenging FIFA Club World Cup and lingering Saudi Pro League interest. His future at the Bernabéu is now uncertain.
Parma maintains its €40m valuation for defender Giovanni Leoni, resisting bids from Inter, Milan, and Bournemouth. The club foresees his value skyrocketing with more playtime, having already rejected a €25m+ offer from the Premier League side.
Juventus is reportedly set to offer star Kenan Yildiz a huge new contract until 2030/2031, just a year after his last raise. The deal could treble his salary to €3.5M+, aligning him with top players after a stellar 2024-25 season.
Frenkie de Jong, once expected to leave Barcelona, has now become an indispensable player. His new contract is imminent, especially after a key agent change, signaling a long-term future at Camp Nou.
Versatile midfielder Joe Rankin-Costello, 25, has completed a four-year move to Charlton Athletic from Blackburn Rovers. With 115 Championship appearances for Rovers, he brings valuable experience to Charlton, marking their sixth summer signing.
Barcelona is pushing to host the Joan Gamper Trophy at Camp Nou, a critical step for both stadium testing and unlocking crucial funds for player registration. The club awaits its final licence and plans a July 28 test event, aiming to welcome fans despite potential capacity limits.
