Football/Soccer 3 Days

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

National Team Coaching Carousel and Player Transfers

Germany is reportedly set to announce Jürgen Klopp as their new national team coach, with the federation calling a press conference for Friday. Meanwhile, Barcelona has secured the services of Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund, but the Catalan club faces a blow with Frenkie de Jong sidelined for potentially months due to a knee ligament tear. In other transfer news, Liverpool is believed to be in the lead to sign Bradley Barcola from PSG, and Arsenal is preparing a £70m bid for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes. AC Milan has extended the contract of veteran midfielder Luka Modric, who will turn 41 in September.

Club News and Transfer Speculation

Wolves' training session was abruptly canceled after striker Tolu Arokodare refused to leave the pitch. Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel has received a senior call-up and could make his debut in a friendly against Rosenborg. Rangers have confirmed their seventh summer signing with the arrival of midfielder Vanja Dragojevic on a four-year deal. The USL Super League and the USL Players Association have reached a tentative agreement on key terms for their first collective bargaining agreement.

Premier League Signings and Rumors

Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing John Stones and Ezri Konsa following an extended injury layoff for William Saliba. Newcastle is nearing a £34m deal for Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba. Liverpool is confident of securing the signing of Bradley Barcola, while also making an initial approach for Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche. Chelsea is reportedly considering a move for free agent defender John Stones, and has also been linked with Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix. Leeds United is in discussions with Manchester City regarding a deal for goalkeeper James Trafford. Newcastle United is also in advanced talks to sign Liverpool forward Leanne Kiernan closing in on forward.

Club Kit Launches and Player Updates

Manchester United has unveiled their new retro royal blue away kit for the 2026-27 season go retro. Real Madrid's new away kit is their first green jersey since a previous iteration. Tottenham Hotspur kicked off their pre-season with a 1-0 victory over MK Dons, with Fernandes scoring a volleyed screamer. Phil Foden has signed a new contract with Manchester City. Manchester City's Rodri is scheduled for minor back surgery and may miss the start of the Premier League season.

Transfer Market Activity and Financials

Chelsea has completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a record-breaking £117m deal. Ipswich Town has signed defender Issa Diop from Fulham for £8.5m sign Diop and completed the £20m signing of Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu. Middlesbrough has signed Tottenham striker Will Lankshear in a deal potentially rising to a club-record £20m sign striker. West Ham has reached an agreement with Al Hilal for the sale of Crysencio Summerville.

MLS and North American Soccer News

Inter Miami CF defeated Chicago 3-2, spoiling Robert Lewandowski's debut for the Fire, with Luis Suárez scoring twice. Major League Soccer is investigating Inter Miami over an alleged tampering violation in the signing of Casemiro. Casemiro has officially joined Inter Miami on a free transfer after leaving Manchester United. Denver Summit FC's new stadium will not be ready for the start of the 2028 NWSL season as initially planned.

International Soccer and Tournament Reflections

The Norwegian Football Federation president intends to file a formal ethics complaint regarding Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban suspension. Spain's World Cup-winning midfielder Gavi believes Argentina players should not face punishment for their actions after the final. Lionel Messi arrived in Rosario for rest after the World Cup final loss to Spain. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is contemplating his international future following the World Cup final defeat. Spain's dominance is highlighted as the first nation to hold both men's and women's World Cups simultaneously.

Player Movements and Club Ventures

Barcelona is reportedly close to signing Brazilian forward Kerolin from Manchester City for €1.5m closing record-breaking. Jhon Durán has joined Benfica on loan from Al Nassr, marking his seventh club at the age of 22. Everton has confirmed the signing of Finland international Jutta Rantala from Leicester City. Wrexham's women's team is competing in Europe for the first time, facing FC Pyunik in the UWCL.

Club Ownership and Financial Matters

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been approached to join a consortium in talks to purchase a stake in Liverpool. Liverpool has issued hundreds of lifetime bans after police seized over £1.2m in assets related to illegal ticket sales. Hull City owner Acun Ilicali expressed disturbance over claims of transfer targets rejecting the club.

Other Football News

The FA has charged TNS chairman Leo Francis Harris over an offensive social media post. Aberdeen Football Club has been granted a permanent alcohol license for matches at Pittodrie. Football clubs are being urged to contribute more towards the cost of match policing to alleviate the burden on taxpayers. The FA stated a fight between two players at an England Under-16s camp was an "internal matter".