Douglas Luiz (Juventus)
July 2025
Juventus are taking disciplinary action against Douglas Luiz after he refused to report for training in an attempt to force a transfer just a year after arriving from Aston Villa. General manager Damien Comolli expressed fury but said the issue was resolved after Luiz apologised. Injuries limited him to 19 league games last season, and Nottingham Forest have submitted a loan bid despite Juve’s €40m valuation.
Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
July 2025
RB Leipzig have set a €75 million asking price plus add-ons and a sell-on clause for Benjamin Sesko. Both Manchester United and Newcastle are vying to sign the 22-year-old striker this summer. United have initiated contact with Leipzig while Newcastle also prioritise Sesko, who scored 21 goals in 45 appearances last season. Leipzig are firm on their price, with the player under contract until 2029.
Luis Díaz (Liverpool > Bayern Munich )
July 2025
FC Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Colombia international Luis Díaz from Liverpool. The 27-year-old winger signed a deal until June 2029 and will wear the number 14 shirt in Munich. Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen praised Díaz as one of the Premier League’s top left wingers, highlighting his winning mentality and impact at every club. The transfer was finalized through fair negotiations with Liverpool.
Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic (NBA)
January 15 & 18, 2026
The NBA has confirmed that the Grizzlies and Magic will play regular-season games in Berlin and London in January 2026, marking the league’s first regular-season game in Germany and 10th in London.
The games will be held at Uber Arena and The O2, presented by Tissot. The NBA also revealed future games in Manchester and Paris for 2027, and in Berlin and Paris for 2028, with teams to be announced later.
Tom Cousins (Atlanta Hawks)
The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena released a statement mourning the passing of Tom Cousins, the former Hawks owner and philanthropist who played a key role in moving the team to Atlanta in 1968. Cousins, alongside Carl Sanders, relocated the Hawks from St. Louis, built the Omni Coliseum, and helped shape Downtown Atlanta’s sports and urban identity. He also led transformative community projects like East Lake’s revitalization.
Aaron Ramsdale (Southampton > Newcastle United)
July 2025
Newcastle United have reached a loan agreement with Southampton to sign goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale for the 2025–26 season, including an option to buy next summer. Ramsdale has been granted permission to undergo a medical on Wednesday. Newcastle acted swiftly to secure his services after missing out on a permanent deal for James Trafford.
Jorrel Hato (Ajax)
July 2025
Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Ajax for 19-year-old centre-back Jorrel Hato, following a breakthrough in negotiations. The deal aligns with Chelsea’s youth-focused, incentivised contract strategy. Hato has pushed for the move and asked to skip Como Cup matches despite traveling. Chelsea value his versatility, with plans to use him as backup at left-back after Marc Cucurella’s heavy season for club and country.
Jadon Sancho (Manchester United)
July 2025
Borussia Dortmund are in internal talks over a possible move to re-sign Jadon Sancho from Manchester United. The 25-year-old winger is reportedly open to returning to the Bundesliga side for a third spell. Sancho spent last season on loan at Chelsea, contributing seven goal involvements in 31 Premier League matches. Manchester United are said to be willing to let him go permanently for a fee around €20 million.