Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: July 24, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Premier League Transfer Buzz

Chelsea are reportedly nearing a deal to sign Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, aiming to bolster their backline are reportedly looking. Manchester United are reportedly open to selling Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni are reportedly open, while Arsenal are showing interest in defenders John Stones and Ezri Konsa following an injury to William Saliba hold an interest. Newcastle United are preparing a £70 million bid for their captain, Bruno Guimaraes, and have agreed on a £34 million deal for Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba have agreed. Liverpool are confident in their pursuit of Bradley Barcola are confident, and Aston Villa have secured Alejandro Garnacho on a season-long loan from Chelsea have announced the signing.

European Club Signings and Rumors

Barcelona have completed the signing of German forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund have signed. AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric, who turns 41 in September, has signed a one-year contract extension with the club has signed. Rangers have confirmed the signing of midfielder Vanja Dragojevic on an initial four-year deal have signed, and are reportedly leading the chase for Sturm Graz's Ryan Fosso are reportedly leading. Ivor Pandur has joined Rangers as a goalkeeper, opting against a move to Hull City after being informed of their plans to sign a new number one has joined. Elsewhere, Leeds United are in discussions with Manchester City regarding a deal for goalkeeper James Trafford are in talks.

Managerial Movements and National Team News

The German federation (DFB) has called a news conference, with Jürgen Klopp widely expected to be presented as the new national team coach has called. Italy held discussions with Carlo Ancelotti about their managerial position before approaching Pep Guardiola held discussions. Former England striker Jermain Defoe has departed Woking after a four-month spell as manager, describing the experience as "eye-opening" has described.

Women's Football and League Developments

Fans of the Women's Super League are calling for improvements to their matchday experiences and engagement with the game spoke to fans. Birmingham City have signed goalkeeper Katie Startup following her departure from Manchester City have signed. The USL Super League and the USL Players Association have reached a tentative agreement on key terms for their first collective bargaining agreement announced. Denver Summit FC's new permanent stadium will not be ready for the start of the 2028 NWSL season as initially planned. Nigeria's Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has spoken out about the pressures faced by mothers in football, stating that "motherhood should not be the end of anyone's story" says.

Player News and Injury Updates

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines with a knee ligament injury, potentially missing months and the start of the new season will miss. Manchester City midfielder Rodri is set to undergo minor back surgery, which could see him miss the beginning of the Premier League season is to undergo. Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare caused a training session to be cancelled after refusing to leave the pitch forces. Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel, has received his first senior call-up for the club's friendly against Rosenborg gets.

Global Football and League Updates

Wrexham defender Zak Vyner is anticipating a significant display of the club's popularity in the United States is looking forward. Hibernian's hopes of reaching the Conference League are in jeopardy following a 2-0 defeat against Malisheva, with head coach David Gray stating his team was "way below the levels required" are in jeopardy. Major League Soccer is investigating Inter Miami over a potential tampering violation concerning the signing of Casemiro announced. Preston Plambeck scored his first MLS goal as Inter Miami CF defeated Chicago 3-2, spoiling Robert Lewandowski's debut for the Fire spoil.

Other Sports News

Scottie Scheffler improved his putting performance from last week's Open, carding a six-under par 65 in the opening round of the 3M Open carded. Lewis Hamilton expressed his strong belief that Ferrari can provide him with the means to contend for an eighth world championship title this season says. Promoter Eddie Hearn responded to Tyson Fury's concerns about a potential fight with Anthony Joshua, asserting that Joshua has never withdrawn from a bout said. George Russell is optimistic that Mercedes has identified and rectified engine issues affecting his car ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix is optimistic. Formula 1 is in discussions about the potential return of the Malaysian Grand Prix in 2026 as a replacement race are in talks.