Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Liverpool will renew transfer talks with Marc Guehi after the defender captains Crystal Palace in the Community Shield. Palace value him at around £45m. Guehi, with a year left on his contract, will not force a move if Palace refuse to sell. Liverpool lead the race ahead of Newcastle and Chelsea, who are focused on attacking targets instead.
Samu Aghehowa (Porto)
August 2025
ewcastle United’s striker search suffers another setback as 21-year-old Samu Aghehowa chooses to stay at Porto despite Premier League interest. The forward is focused on winning the title and improving his scoring tally. Porto refuse to sell just a year after signing him from Atletico Madrid and are protected by a €100m release clause. Newcastle have already missed out on Benjamin Sesko, while Liverpool had a £110m bid for Alexander Isak rejected.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe (Manchester United)
August 2025
Manchester United revealed their redeveloped Carrington Training Complex after a £50m upgrade, aimed at modernising facilities and supporting the club’s push to return to the top. Ratcliffe described the old setup as a “gloomy rabbit warren” and praised the new open, modern design. The project was completed on time and on budget, improving player interaction and preparation.
Luke Shaw (Manchester United)
August 2025
Luke Shaw is reportedly unhappy after being left out of Manchester United’s new six-man leadership group, which includes Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire. Manager Ruben Amorim hopes Shaw channels his frustration into better performances, though concerns have been raised about his pre-season intensity and focus.
Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United)
August 2025
United signed striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for £74m on a deal until 2030, adding him to a revamped attack featuring Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Sesko, who scored 21 goals last season, said United’s history and project under Ruben Amorim convinced him to join. He praised the club’s family atmosphere and ambition to win trophies.
Dimitar Berbatov, Rasmus Hojlund, Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United)
August 2025
imitar Berbatov believes Benjamin Sesko’s signing could motivate Rasmus Hojlund rather than push him out of Manchester United, creating healthy competition for the striker role. Berbatov warned of the challenges Premier League strikers face but urged Hojlund to use the new arrival as inspiration to fight for his place and improve his performances.
Paul Pogba (Monaco)
August 2025
Paul Pogba continues to impress in training at Monaco after returning from a doping ban, but he remains weeks away from match fitness and making his debut. Midfielder Maghnes Akliouche praised Pogba’s personality and experience, while coach Adi Hutter said his rehabilitation is progressing steadily, with a return expected no sooner than a month.
Josh Windass (Wrexham)
August 2025
Josh Windass scored from the penalty spot in Wrexham’s 2-1 win at Southampton, marking their first Championship goal since 1982. The club, promoted three times in a row, looked comfortable in their second-tier return. Kieffer Moore won a first-half penalty, which Windass converted in the 22nd minute. Phil Parkinson’s side impressed despite expectations of a struggle in the higher division.
Joe Mazzulla (Boston Celtics)
August 2025
he Boston Celtics have extended head coach Joe Mazzulla’s contract after he led the team to the 2024 NBA Championship and averaged over 60 wins per season in his first three years. Mazzulla holds a 182-64 regular-season record and 33-17 playoff record, with four Eastern Conference Coach of the Month awards. He became the youngest head coach to win the Finals since 1969.
Estevao Willian, Joao Pedro (Chelsea)
August 2025
Chelsea defeated Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 in a pre-season friendly, with teenager Estevao Willian scoring on his first start and Joao Pedro sealing the win with a late strike. Estevao impressed with fearless dribbling and attacking runs, while Pedro’s low finish capped a dominant display. The game featured feisty moments, including a brief melee after a foul on Cole Palmer.
