News Thursday, July 30, 2026

Timber opens up on World Cup absence as Arsenal chase Barcola

Jurriën Timber couldn't even train properly. The Arsenal defender has opened up about his withdrawal from the Netherlands squad, and the picture is bleak: "I couldn't even train at maximum," Timber said. He's been watching from the sidelines while his brother Quinten plays, clinging to that connection: "Through him it feels like I'm there". No timeline on his return yet.…

Ugarte injury sends United back into the market for Wharton and Baleba

Manuel Ugarte has picked up a serious knee injury, and United's midfield suddenly looks thin. Casemiro has already said his goodbyes.…
Arnór Sigurdsson leaves Malmö FF for Kalamata

Arnór Sigurdsson has left Malmö FF. Kalamata FC, newly promoted to the Greek Super League, have signed the 27-year-old Icelandic winger.…

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Cármo returns to Olympiacos with six suitcases
David Cármo is back. The centre-back arrived in Athens ready to sign a permanent deal with Olympiacos, and he did not pack light, six suitcases came with him.…
Jallow out for AIK clash, Sandberg interest emerges
IFK Göteborg will likely be without Alexander Jallow when your team returns from the summer break. The full-back has a heel problem and is not expected to feature.…
Aziz Yıldırım funds Guirassy and Watkins double swoop
The president has found the money. Fenerbahçe now have the resources to pursue both Serhou Guirassy and Ollie Watkins this summer.…
Gyökeres flattered by interest as Arsenal Women close in on Cerci and Baum
Two attacking reinforcements are nearly through the door. Arsenal Women are closing in on Selina Cerci from Hoffenheim and Lisa Baum from RB Leipzig, with the club moving to fill the void left by Beth Mead's departure.…
Molins bans late-night World Cup viewing as trio nears exit
Guillermo Molins has banned Malmö FF players from watching World Cup matches that kick off late at night. The assistant coach wants his squad rested, not glued to screens at 03:00.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
David Carmo returns to Olympiacos as Amrabat interest grows
David Carmo landed in Greece early Monday morning, set to sign for Olympiacos for the third time. The Angolan centre-back was instrumental in your 2024 Conference League triumph, and now he returns.…
Andersson strikes late as AIK edge VSK in friendly
Viktor Andersson buried a last-gasp winner as AIK beat VSK in a friendly on Sunday. The midfielder scored with practically the final kick of the match.…
Alafouzos goes all in with €7–8m bid for In-beom Hwang
Panathinaikos are preparing a €7–8 million offer for Feyenoord midfielder In-beom Hwang, and owner Giannis Alafouzos is personally backing the move. The South Korean is being lined up as an alternative to Dane international Mathias Jensen, with talks reportedly advancing fast.…
Elustondo joins PAOK on a free as Taison eyes one more run
PAOK moved early and got their man. Aritz Elustondo signed a free transfer from Real Sociedad on Sunday, a contract through 2028 confirmed by the club.…
Anderson passes medical, £116m City move near
Elliot Anderson has passed his medical in Kansas and a £116m move from Nottingham Forest to Manchester City could be wrapped up before England's next World Cup match. Thomas Tuchel all but confirmed it: "I think there's a high chance it's sorted before the round of 32".…
Arsenal Women near Cerci and Baum deals as Petit backs Williams
Two deals are close. Arsenal Women are near to signing Selina Cerci from Hoffenheim and Lisa Baum from RB Leipzig.…
Xhaka bid rejected, personal terms agreed as Alonso pushes
Chelsea made their move and Sunderland said no. An opening £8m offer for Granit Xhaka was rejected flat, with the Championship club telling your team the 33-year-old is not for sale at any price.…
Carmo arrives in Athens as Olympiacos eye Amrabat
David Carmo is back. The Angolan defender arrived in Athens in the early hours of Monday morning to complete his return to Olympiacos, with a deal worth around €8 million.…
Ugarte knee ligament blow rocks United's summer plan
Manuel Ugarte is facing a long spell on the sidelines. The midfielder suffered knee ligament damage during Uruguay's 0–1 World Cup defeat to Spain, and Manchester United have confirmed it.…
Vecchia, Friedrich and Sigurdsson free to leave Malmö
Malmö FF are prepared to let Stefano Vecchia, Ricardo Friedrich, and Arnor Sigurdsson leave the club, with the club stating simply, "They want to play more". All three have struggled for minutes and the club will not stand in their way if suitable offers arrive this summer.…
Kevin Filling eyes his chance as Yohanna and Celina depart AIK
Kevin Filling sees a door opening at AIK, and he is not waiting for an invitation. With Zadok Yohanna sold to Brighton and Bersant Celina heading to Al-Ettifaq on a free, attacking minutes are up for grabs.…Weekly Analysis
Skriniar wanted, Carlos missing, Fred begged to leave
Fenerbahçe finished second last season, 74 points, +40 goal difference. That is a title challenge.…Weekly Analysis
Camavinga at €60m, Mourinho clears the deck at Real Madrid
Real Madrid finished second, 86 points from 38 games, plus-42 goal difference, and the season still felt like a holding pattern. Now the World Cup has scattered the squad across North America and the real business is happening in offices.…Weekly Analysis
Anderson at £116m and the Maresca rebuild begins
Manchester City have agreed a deal worth £116m for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, which would make him the most expensive signing in club history. The fee is staggering and the reaction has been sharp.…Weekly Analysis
Vasic breaks with the past as Hammarby eye the restart
Nikola Vasic has said what plenty of supporters have been thinking. "He had a really hard time finding ways for how I should play," the striker told Expressen, referring to former head coach Kalle Karlsson.…Weekly Analysis
Elustondo arrives as Lisi era begins with intent
Aritz Elustondo. That is the name on everyone's lips in Thessaloniki this Sunday.…