Football/Soccer 24 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Premier League Transfers and Rumors

Arsenal is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães for a fee of £75 million. Gunners set to make the Brazilian midfielder their third signing costing in the region of £100 million. Meanwhile, Chelsea is nearing an agreement with Rayo Vallecano for the transfer of left-back Pep Chavarria, with the deal expected to be around £16.3 million (€19 plus add-ons. Liverpool has explored the possibility of signing teenage winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain. Nottingham Forest is showing interest in Tijjani Reijnders, while Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly considering moves for Savinho and Nicolas Jackson. Real Madrid is resuming contract renewal talks with Vinícius Júnior.

European Club Moves and Signings

Mohamed Salah is set to join Turkish club Trabzonspor on a free transfer after mutually agreeing to terminate his contract with Liverpool a year early. Hull City secured the signing of Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Olympiacos for a club-record fee on a five-year deal. Rangers have completed the signing of winger Daisuke Yokota from Hannover, with the player hoping to make "special memories" at the club. Celtic is also reportedly pursuing a deal for Fares Ghedjemis, with Rangers also in contention for the player. Ipswich Town signed midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley for an undisclosed fee. Ajax has confirmed the season-long loan signing of Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen.

Women's Football News

Eva Olid formerly of Hearts, is set to be appointed as the new women's manager for Manchester United, replacing Marc Skinner. Sacha Lewis sister of England international Rico Lewis, has signed her first professional contract with Manchester City Women. The new season of "Ted Lasso" featured a real-life NWSL club for a cameo appearance that plays a significant role in the show's plot. The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is planning to commence its 2027 season on February 11 in Los Angeles, aligning with the Super Bowl held nearby. Washington's recent loss to San Diego has resulted in the Spirit surrendering the top spot in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah now holding the No. 1 position. Barcelona has reportedly broken transfer records to sign Kerolin, who leaves the Women's Super League as the English top-flight's most expensive export after only 18 months.

International and Governing Body Updates

Fifa president Gianni Infantino is facing scrutiny and will hold a crisis meeting with senior staff in Morocco on Wednesday following criticism of his scrapped plan to sell commercial and event operations. Two senior executives, Arsène Wenger and Mattias Grafström, have distanced themselves from Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the organization. FIFA has been accused of blackmailing Jordan over World Cup funds in exchange for their support for Gianni Infantino's continued presidency. The United States men's national team is scheduled to play its first matches since the 2026 World Cup during the September/October FIFA international window, hosting Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico. Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed to remain as the U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup. Cape Verde coach Bubista, who guided the team to the World Cup, has resigned and joined Moroccan club RS Berkane, while Ivory Coast has reappointed Herve Renard. Israel supporters will be permitted to attend their team's Nations League fixture against the Republic of Ireland next month, though no away fans will be accommodated.

Boxing and Other Sports News

British boxer Raven Chapman underwent emergency surgery due to a bleed on her brain after collapsing during a sparring session in Denmark. Joseph Parker announced his intention to resume his boxing career soon, following the lifting of his suspension related to a failed drug test last year. Unbeaten Irish contender Callum Walsh is aiming to break through into the elite ranks of the division. Max Verstappen praised Kimi Antonelli's consistent performances, which have propelled him to the top of the Formula 1 Drivers' Championship. Slica Bay Sea Suite, and Ben Nevis are set to compete in the Brighton Mile horse race this afternoon. The qualifying process for Luke Donald's 2027 European Ryder Cup team will commence this month at the British Masters.

Other Football News and Transfers

United States midfielder Gio Reyna has completed a transfer to Strasbourg from Borussia Mönchengladbach. Crystal Palace is in advanced talks to sign 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake. Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is expected to join Strasbourg on a season-long loan, as both clubs are part of the same ownership group. Neymar has indicated that he is unsure if his career will continue after his contract with Santos expires at the end of the year. Marcus Rashford is anticipated to return to Manchester United training in the coming days, amidst ongoing discussions about his future. Fenerbahçe is reportedly interested in signing Manchester United's Marcus Rashford.

League and Season Previews

The new Premier League season is approaching, with many top clubs having already released their kits for the 2026-27 campaign. Arsenal has unveiled its new third kit for the upcoming season, which bears a resemblance to a previous design. Liverpool's preseason in the U.S. highlighted areas where coach Iraola & Co. need to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, with depth being a concern. Hearts and Rangers are set to begin their Champions League qualifying group stage campaigns on Wednesday, facing challenging prospects. An analysis of the Premiership's start is being conducted to assess the European hopes of Scottish clubs like Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian, and Motherwell. Motherwell and Hibernian are looking to advance further in the Conference League.

Player and Team News

Inter Miami's head coach Guillermo Hoyos stated that Luis Suárez is irreplaceable as the team prepares to compete in the Leagues Cup without the suspended forward. Boss Roberto De Zerbi is optimistic about improving the club's Premier League standing, leveraging his interest in the transfer window. Nicolas Jackson has faced criticism for missed chances during his time at Chelsea, leading to questions about his transfer value. SunRisers Leeds posted a record total of 241-2 in The Hundred before securing a decisive victory over London Spirit, maintaining their slim hopes of progressing from the group stage. The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a contract extension with Bijan Robinson, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to a wrist injury, raising concerns about his defense of the US Open title. Jack Draper was visibly upset during his defeat at the Canadian Open as a persistent arm injury seemed to resurface.

Other Sports and Controversies

Riders at the Tour de France Femmes will undergo additional clothing checks following allegations of aerodynamic advantages gained through bra padding. Several athletes remain unaccounted for following the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, according to Police Scotland.