News Friday, July 31, 2026

Lucescu wants to stay but PAOK stay silent

Razvan Lucescu has made it clear he wants to remain at PAOK next season. The problem? The club hasn't responded. Despite his stated desire to continue, there's been radio silence from the front office, leaving your manager in limbo as the summer window opens. After two disappointing campaigns and the structural overhaul already underway with Léo Matos and Vieirinha in place, this silence speaks volumes.…

Zagaritis talks stall as German clubs enter the race

Panathinaikos wants Vasilis Zagaritis but negotiations have hit a wall. The left-back situation is getting complicated, Augsburg and Köln are now in the race, and your club hasn't made progress in talks.…
Celtic hit with suspended stand closure after Hearts pitch invasion

Celtic will face a reduced capacity for a Premiership match next season after the SPFL imposed sanctions for the pitch invasion that followed the title-clinching win over Hearts in May. The governing body has ordered a suspended capacity cut for one fixture.…

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Rashford deal accelerates as Petit demands attacking upgrade
Marcus Rashford could be an Arsenal player this summer, and the deal is picking up speed. Barcelona have decided not to activate their purchase option on the Manchester United forward, which leaves Arsenal as the frontrunners for his signature.…
Dumfries completes Real Madrid medical as Inter eye Palestra
Your right-back is leaving. Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman confirmed Denzel Dumfries has already completed his medical with Real Madrid, essentially rubber-stamping the transfer.…
Streffezza draws Torino interest as Olympiacos rebuild takes shape
Torino have joined the race for Olympiacos winger Gabriel Streffezza, according to reports from Italy. Parma still want to keep him after his loan spell, but now face competition from a Serie A rival.…
Davies misses World Cup opener, Bayern close in on Saibari
Alphonso Davies will miss Canada's first World Cup match against Bosnia on Friday with a muscle injury. The good news: an MRI taken Thursday showed positive signs, with Canada coach Jesse Marsch saying Davies is "healing incredibly well, almost completely." Marsch indicated they'll now ramp up his workload.…
Nathan Ake wanted by Fenerbahçe as City rebuild looms
Turkish giants Fenerbahçe are making a move for Nathan Ake. The Dutch defender remains under contract at City, but with the Maresca era about to begin, nothing feels settled at the back.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
Mourinho officially takes over as Real Madrid manager
It's done. José Mourinho has been officially named Real Madrid manager, replacing Álvaro Arbeloa.…
Éderson to United practically done, medical delayed by Brazil call-up
Your summer rebuild is about to get its anchor. Éderson's agent, André Cury, has confirmed the deal with United is effectively complete: "We are practically ready to sign, there is no more discussion about numbers or anything contractual." The Atalanta midfielder was set for a medical this week until Brazil's national team called him up, delaying the formalities.…
Joao Pedro agrees Barcelona move but Chelsea hold firm
Reports from Spain claim Joao Pedro has "already agreed to join" Barcelona after an £86m offer was made. But Fabrizio Romano says Chelsea's position is unchanged: "Joao Pedro is a crucial part of the project".…
Comolli out at Juventus as Martinez pushes for Turin move
Your main goalkeeping target isn't going anywhere. Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez "is very committed and wants only Juventus," Gianluca Di Marzio reports, even as the club's front office goes through a sudden shakeup.…
Glasner and Amorim meet Roma today, decision expected soon
Roma are meeting with two managerial candidates today, Oliver Glasner and Rúben Amorim, with a decision on the club's next head coach expected soon. The talks come as the Giallorossi look to reset after a season that fell well short of expectations, with the new appointment set to shape the club's direction heading into the summer window.…
Malmö FF studies Rögle and Skellefteå for operational inspiration
Malmö FF chairman Fredrik Göransson has revealed the club is studying best practices from ice hockey, specifically SHL clubs Rögle and Skellefteå, as the football side works to modernize its operations. "We can't copy straight across because we have a ball and they have a puck, but it's interesting how they work and how incredibly professional they've become," Göransson said.…
Bernardo Silva talks stall as Barça refuse to raise offer
Barcelona are refusing to raise their contract offer to Bernardo Silva, leaving the free transfer hanging in the balance. Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid are circling, and the club have made it clear they won't match competing bids (11).…
Giannoulis tactical talks and PAOK's seven academy graduates reach Euro finals
The club is actively searching for the right tactical solution involving Dimitris Giannoulis, with manager Razvan Lucescu deep in the planning phase. A reporter close to the situation describes ongoing discussions about how best to deploy him within PAOK's system.…
Iván Jaime rejoins Porto as Montréal confirm transfer
Iván Jaime is coming back to FC Porto after Montréal made his return official on Thursday. The 24-year-old Spanish midfielder rejoins the club following his stint in Canada, with the move now confirmed by the MLS side.…
Bakasetas very likely to leave Panathinaikos this summer
Tasos Bakasetas is now "very likely" to leave Panathinaikos this summer, according to reports emerging Thursday. The Greek international has been a central figure in the squad, and his potential departure would mark a significant shift as Nistrup reshapes the team.…
PSG open 2026-27 with Super Cup final against Aston Villa
PSG's first competitive match of 2026-27 is booked. The European Super Cup final against Aston Villa kicks off on 12 August, and FIFA has appointed Somali referee Omar Artan to officiate.…
Sommer to Ajax, Martinez gets the Inter gloves
Inter have made their decision on the goalkeeper position for next season. Josep Martinez will be promoted to starting goalkeeper, stepping into the role Yann Sommer held.…
O'Neill confirmed as permanent Celtic manager on one-year deal
Martin O'Neill is your permanent manager. Celtic have confirmed the 74-year-old on a one-year deal after he steadied the ship and delivered the double.…
Declan Rice urged to level up, Real Madrid eye Calafiori
Stuart Pearce has challenged Declan Rice to find another gear at this summer's World Cup. The England legend believes Arsenal's midfield powerhouse has the physical tools and technical ability to dominate matches single-handedly, but wants more.…
Denis Suárez on Olympiacos radar as Tzolakis asks to leave
The 32-year-old attacking midfielder is a serious target for Olympiacos this summer, according to Kostas Nikolakopoulos on Galacticos. Suárez, who plays for Alavés in La Liga, fits the profile Mendilibar wants, a creative presence who can operate across the attacking midfield line.…
Bayern near Saibari signing as Brown deal agreed
Bayern have upped their offer for PSV Eindhoven midfielder Ismael Saibari to €53 million including bonuses, and the deal is nearing completion. Personal terms are already agreed until 2030.…