Kevon Looney (New Orleans Pelicans)
October 2025
Looney sustained a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain in his left knee on the Australia preseason trip and will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks. Plan is to rest and light work before a surgery call. Earliest return points to late November, thinning Pelicans size at the season’s start.
Wilfried Zaha (ex Crystal Palace)
October 2025
Zaha called Jean Philippe Mateta’s remarks about being laughed at for France ambitions “disgusting,” rejecting any bully label as Mateta celebrates a debut and first France goal. The dispute reopens old Palace dynamics from Mateta’s early spell. Zaha disputes the narrative as Mateta’s international rise reshapes perceptions.
Dell (Bahia)
October 2025
Manchester City are monitoring the 17-year-old striker dubbed the Brazilian Haaland, backed by prolific U17 outputs and an early senior debut, with a reported £87m release clause. Interest is long-term. Any move requires pathway planning, eligibility timing, and staged development before a major outlay for a high-upside finisher.
Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich)
October 2025
Bayern are nine wins from nine across competitions with clear build-out angles, switches of play, and collective pressing that amplify Harry Kane’s finishing and link work. Emphasis on outlet geometry, rapid side-to-side shifts, and compact high press has restored control despite summer misses, with cohesion driving the unbeaten run.
Franck Kessie (Al Ahli)
October 2025
Juventus plan a winter bid as Al Ahli prefer a sale before his 2026 contract end. Kessie earns about €10m and would need to accept a lower wage to return to Serie A after title-winning spells with Milan and Barcelona. Talks hinge on salary drop, fee structure, and Al Ahli’s stance after recent trophies. Juventus want immediate midfield power and familiarity with Italy to stabilise their core.
Malcolm Brogdon
October 2025
Brogdon ends his career at 32 after signing with the Knicks in September, closing a résumé that includes Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year honors over 436 games. He exits on his terms to focus on life beyond basketball, leaving a model of efficiency, playmaking and professionalism across Bucks, Pacers, Celtics, Blazers and Wizards stints.
Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings)
October 2025
Murray is set for a five-year 140 million dollar deal to stay in Sacramento after averaging 12.4 points and 6.7 rebounds with durable availability across three seasons. Extension secures a two-way forward in his mid-prime as the Kings prioritize continuity around spacing and size while he rehabs for an on-time return.
Topps x NBA
October 2025
Fanatics Collectibles, the NBA and NBPA launch fully licensed Topps Basketball on Oct 23 with 1-of-1 Rookie Debut Patch autos and Gold NBA Logoman Patch programs tied to award winners. Physical and digital rollouts include global fan events and the NBA Collect app on Nov 5, aiming to deepen engagement and modernize trading experiences.
Hirving Lozano (Mexico)
October 2025
After a 4-0 loss to Colombia and a 1-1 draw with Ecuador, Lozano highlighted positives and called results harsh, backing Javier Aguirre’s work as Mexico were booed in Guadalajara. Message is cohesion and patience. Emphasis remains on building a strong group and executing instructions as El Tri address defensive lapses and final-third efficiency.
