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Last updated: August 5, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

FIFA Presidential Turmoil and Transfer Buzz

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing increasing pressure to resign following a failed plan to sell the World Cup to private investors. Two senior executives, Arsène Wenger and Mattias Grafström, have distanced themselves from Infantino's scrapped plan. Infantino is scheduled to meet with senior leaders of the football governing body on Wednesday to discuss the situation. He has also summoned senior staff to a meeting in Morocco amidst mounting criticism. Additionally, a former FIFA vice president has accused Infantino of blackmailing Jordan over World Cup money in exchange for support.

In transfer news Franco Mastantuono is reportedly set to join Fiorentina from Real Madrid on a season-long loan. Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering fans in Istanbul as he neared a move to Turkish club Trabzonspor. Trabzonspor is poised to confirm the signing of Salah, who is expected to join on a free transfer after mutually agreeing to terminate his Liverpool contract a year early. Salah is also in talks to sign for Trabzonspor following his exit from Liverpool, the Turkish club announced Tuesday. Manchester United appointed former Hearts boss Eva Olid as their new women's manager on a two-year deal, with an option for a further 12 months. Cardiff City is set to sign midfielder Jack Moylan from Lincoln City. Hull City signed Greece goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis from Olympiacos for a club-record fee. Rangers have completed the signing of winger Daisuke Yokota from Hannover. Japanese winger Yokota hopes to make "special memories" after joining Rangers from Hannover. Liverpool have explored the conditions of a deal for Paris Saint-Germain's teenage winger Ibrahim Mbaye. Chelsea set to finalize a deal to sign Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria for approximately £16.3m (€19m) plus add-ons. Crystal Palace are in advanced talks to sign Real Salt Lake's 19-year-old wing-back Zavier Gozo. Ipswich Town completed the signing of Portuguese midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley for an undisclosed fee.

Bruno Guimarães is close to completing his move from Newcastle United to Arsenal, sources have told ESPN. Arsenal have agreed to a £75m fee with Newcastle for their captain Bruno Guimaraes. Arsenal set to complete their protracted move for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes. Bruno Guimaraes is set to sign for Premier League champions Arsenal, BBC Sport looks at why the Gunners wanted the Newcastle skipper. United States Gio Reyna has completed a move to Strasbourg from Borussia Mönchengladbach. Strasbourg have received a B- rating for the signing of Reyna in the 2026 summer transfer window.

Real Madrid is set to meet with Vinícius Júnior's representatives this week to resume contract renewal talks, sources have confirmed. Real Madrid is resuming contract talks with Vinicius Jr. Ajax have completed the signing of Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen on a season-long loan.

Club and League Updates

Manchester United is set to appoint former Hearts boss Eva Olid as their women's manager to replace Marc Skinner. With less than a month before the new WSL season begins, writers are examining each team's transfer business and posing significant questions. Chelsea suffered a 1-0 defeat to Juventus in a lackluster Hong Kong friendly, with Edon Zhegrova scoring the decisive goal. boss Roberto de Zerbi hopes to guide his club up the Premier League table through his "love of the transfer window". Monaco USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has been offered to Tottenham Hotspur, among other transfer news. Nottingham Forest is reportedly interested in Tijjani Reijnders, while Spurs are eyeing Savinho and Nicolas Jackson. Nicolas Jackson has had a reputation for missing clear chances during his time at Chelsea, and questions remain about his potential.

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) plans to begin its 2027 season on February 11 in Los Angeles, aligning with the Super Bowl three days later. new season of "Ted Lasso" was filmed in the U.S. at a real-life NWSL club for a cameo that serves as a key plot point. Washington's loss to San Diego saw the Spirit surrender the No. 1 spot on ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Utah now holding the top position. Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos stated that Luis Suárez cannot be replaced as the team prepares to play without the forward due to his lengthy suspension in the Leagues Cup.

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a three-year contract extension with Bijan Robinson, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. Marcus Rashford is expected to return to Manchester United training in the coming days, sparking continued debate about the decision. Fenerbahce are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United's Rashford.

Boxing and Other Sports News

British boxer Raven Chapman underwent emergency surgery for a bleed on her brain after collapsing during a sparring session in Denmark. Joseph Parker announced he will resume his boxing career "soon" after his suspension, stemming from a failed drug test last year, has been lifted. Callum Walsh an unbeaten contender from Ireland, is aiming to break through into the middleweight division.

Max Verstappen praised the "rock solid" performances of Kimi Antonelli, who has reached the top of Formula 1's Drivers' Championship in the first half of the 2026 season. Several athletes are "unaccounted for" following the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, according to Police Scotland. Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to an ongoing wrist injury, raising concerns about his US Open title defense. Jack Draper was visibly upset after losing to Terence Atmane, as his long-term arm injury appeared to resurface during his return at the Canadian Open.

SunRisers Leeds posted a record 241-2 in The Hundred, securing a comfortable victory over London Spirit. SunRisers Leeds kept their faint hopes of progressing from The Hundred group stage alive with a hard-fought five-wicket victory over London Spirit at Headingley. Slica Bay Sea Suite, and Ben Nevis are set to compete in the Brighton Mile this afternoon.

Cape Verde coach Bubista, who led the team to a historic World Cup debut, has joined Moroccan club RS Berkane. Cape Verde coach Bubista has resigned, while Ivory Coast has reappointed Herve Renard.

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