Alexander Isak (Newcastle)|
August 2025
Isak trained alone and missed a Newcastle family event as he pushes for a record-breaking £150m Liverpool move. The Swedish striker had a tense meeting with manager Eddie Howe as transfer speculation intensifies, following interest from Anfield.
Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)|
August 2025
Chelsea are interested in signing Garnacho but are unwilling to meet Manchester United’s £50m valuation. Garnacho has missed pre-season amid uncertainty. Chelsea, having already landed Gittens, Joao Pedro, and Delap, are monitoring his situation closely. Amorim is reportedly open to offloading him after recent attacking arrivals.
Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
August 2025
Tottenham are eyeing a €60m bid for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, targeting him as a direct replacement for outgoing star Son Heung-min. With Son set to join LAFC, Spurs are targeting the Brazilian forward, who may leave Madrid amid stiff competition from Mbappe, Vinicius, and Bellingham. Coach Xabi Alonso reportedly doubts Rodrygo’s role in the squad.
Idrissa Gueye (Metz)
August 2025
West Ham are in advanced talks to sign Metz striker Idrissa Gueye, fending off interest from Manchester United and Brentford. The Hammers are negotiating a €15m deal for the 18-year-old, who scored five goals last season. Gueye is not related to Everton’s Gana Gueye and is considered a top Ligue 1 prospect.
Category: Transfers
Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
August 2025
Benjamin Sesko has picked Manchester United over Newcastle, with talks now accelerating. United upped their offer to €80m plus add-ons after agreeing personal terms with Sesko on a deal until 2030. Despite Newcastle offering more, Sesko preferred a move to Old Trafford. United’s summer spree continues after signing Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha. He netted 21 goals last season and will bolster Amorim’s attack.
Myles Turner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaren Jackson Jr., James Harden, LeBron James
August 2025
NBA free agency has opened with major signings including Myles Turner joining the Bucks, Harden re-signing with the Clippers, and max deals for SGA and JJJ. LeBron opted into a $52.6M deal with the Lakers. Turner leaves Indiana for Milwaukee after their East Finals run. Harden stays in LA on a two-year deal, while OKC and Memphis lock in their stars. LeBron’s player option keeps him in LA through at least one more season.
Chicago Bulls
August 2025
The Chicago Bulls have reintroduced their legendary black jerseys with red pinstripes as their 2025-26 Statement Edition uniform—first worn during the iconic 1995-96 championship season. Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman helped unveil the design, calling it “legendary.” Last seen in 2013, the jersey pays homage to the Jordan era and will be worn during select games this season. The design also inspired the White Sox’s 2025 City Connect uniform.
Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
August 2025
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is using cutting-edge GPS technology to monitor training performance in real time, aiming to expose underperformers and prevent injuries. The club has installed STATSports Apex 2.0 GPS trackers and beacon tech at Carrington. Amorim now receives live kinematic data on iPads, helping him assess intensity and effort in each session.
Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Crystal Palace have turned down two bids from Liverpool for defender Marc Guehi, with the player not pushing for an exit and the Reds now moving on to other centre-back targets. Journalist Santi Aouna reports that Palace remain firm on keeping the England international. Liverpool, having spent heavily in attack, are still seeking defensive reinforcements ahead of their title defence.
