Russell Martin downplays the "season-defining" tag for Rangers' Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos, marking his competitive debut. New signing Thelo Aasgaard is the only doubt as Rangers aim for a strong start to their new era.
Sheffield United forward Billy Blacker, 19, joins Tranmere Rovers on a season-long loan. Expected to debut in League Two opener, he brings a "fantastic attitude" and desire to learn, says Tranmere boss Andy Crosby.
AC Milan's persistent right-back hunt faces another twist. Despite positive medical tests, Marc Pubill is reportedly off the radar due to price, with the Rossoneri now prioritizing Strasbourg's Guela Dou, a target also eyed by Chelsea.
Nottingham Forest faces fierce competition from Serie A clubs in the summer transfer window, with several key targets like Jadon Sancho and Luis Henrique opting for Italy or other destinations, highlighting a challenging recruitment period.
Liverpool has agreed a massive £79m deal for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, who is set to arrive for a medical. The 23-year-old French forward will sign a six-year contract, further boosting Liverpool's summer spending beyond £250m.
Federico Chiesa's Liverpool future is precarious after his pre-season tour exclusion. Just one year after a €15m move, limited playtime and this latest snub suggest an imminent Premier League exit for the Italian.
Inter Milan's Mehdi Taremi is expected to depart this summer, attracting interest from Besiktas, West Ham, and Fulham. Inter aims to sell the 33-year-old to secure a creative striker, possibly Ademola Lookman, following Taremi's limited impact last season.
With Real Madrid's first-team squad now at full capacity, Club World Cup revelation Gonzalo Garcia faces a potential exit. Despite impressive performances, manager Xabi Alonso's abundance of attacking options makes his future uncertain, with a loan move to Getafe a strong possibility.
Liverpool nears £78M Hugo Ekitike transfer, agreeing initial £69M. The promising Eintracht Frankfurt striker, a target after Isak pursuit failed, prefers Anfield, having scored 22 goals last season.
Liverpool's star Luis Diaz is caught in a transfer tussle. While Bayern Munich pushes for an €80M deal, Barcelona's interest, though secondary, could revive if talks falter. Liverpool stands firm on their valuation.
