Darwin Núñez leaves Liverpool for Al Hilal in a €53m transfer, with potential add-ons increasing the deal to €65m. Liverpool now face the challenge of finding a top replacement, having already failed with a record bid for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak. Young winger Rio Ngumoha is also catching the eye for a first-team role.
Four Premier League sides are closely tracking a £100m-rated striker as a backup transfer. Liverpool are targeting Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, but face stiff competition. Newcastle and Manchester United are after RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško, ramping up pressure as the transfer window end draws near.
Manchester United and Newcastle United are battling to sign Benjamin Sesko, with both clubs tabling massive offers to RB Leipzig. Sesko is said to prefer United, and his absence from Leipzig's pre-season hints at an exit. Newcastle's move depends on Alexander Isak's future, while alternative targets are being considered.
Luton Town kicks off their League One campaign after a tough double relegation, hosting newly promoted AFC Wimbledon. Strong preseason form boosts the Hatters, while Wimbledon returns to League One after playoff triumph. A tight contest with Luton tipped as favorites and a spotlight on defensive resilience.
Joshua Zirkzee, Manchester United's new £34m signing, is backing his teammate's bold 60-goal target while focusing on helping the team win. With flexibility to play alongside Rasmus Højlund, Zirkzee brings a team-first mindset and valuable experience from observing stars like Ronaldo and Rooney, aiming to add depth and creativity to United's attack.
Marcus Rashford joins Barcelona from Manchester United on a season-long loan with a €30 million buy option. His arrival is clouded by Barcelona's financial issues, recent form struggles, and the need to reignite his career after off-field controversies and a brief spell at Aston Villa.
Jamie Carragher is sounding the alarm over Manchester City's rumored new signing, warning that focusing on attack instead of shoring up defense could cost them the Premier League title. City's challenging fixture list and last season's defensive woes have sparked concerns about their transfer priorities ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Liverpool dedicated their pre-season match against Preston North End to Diogo Jota, who passed away tragically. Emotional tributes included fan chants, a minute's silence, and the retirement of Jota's No. 20 shirt across all club levels. Both clubs and supporters came together to honor the player's legacy.
Liverpool and Preston North End honored the late Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva with moving tributes at their July 13 pre-season friendly. Players wore black armbands, anthems rang out, and a minute of silence marked their memory. Liverpool won 3-1 in their first game since the tragedy.
Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta needed 25 stitches and emergency surgery after Millwall's goalkeeper Liam Roberts caught him with a high boot in the FA Cup. Despite wanting to continue, Mateta's ear was nearly severed. Roberts got a six-match ban, and Palace's win was overshadowed by the shocking injury.
