Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
August 2025
Inter Miami advanced in the Leagues Cup after a 5-4 shootout win over Necaxa, but Lionel Messi’s early exit after 11 minutes with a suspected hamstring injury overshadowed the result. Manager Javier Mascherano said Messi wasn’t in pain but felt something in his hamstring and will undergo tests. Jordi Alba scored a late equalizer in a dramatic 2-2 draw before Miami secured the shootout win.
Julio Enciso (Brighton)
July 2025
Brighton midfielder Julio Enciso will undergo knee surgery, pausing plans for a loan or transfer this window. The injury delays his expected departure until at least January 2026.
Enciso remained in South America while Brighton traveled for pre-season. The injury setback ends immediate transfer plans as the player now faces recovery and rehabilitation through the remainder of the year.
Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
July 2025
Jude Bellingham will undergo surgery on his left shoulder in London and is expected to be sidelined for 10–12 weeks. He has battled this injury since dislocating it in November 2023.
Despite bracing through the 2024 season, Bellingham opted for surgery post-Club World Cup. He’ll miss up to eight LaLiga games and the Champions League group stage but should return by October.
Andre Onana (Manchester United)
July 2025
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has sustained a hamstring injury in pre-season training and is expected to be sidelined for up to six weeks, potentially missing the club’s U.S. pre-season tour.
The Cameroon international is responding well to treatment and may still travel with the squad to the U.S. as a precaution. United are continuing assessments before finalising his recovery plan.
Idrissa Gana Gueye (Everton)
July 2025
Everton midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has signed a new one-year contract with an option for another season, extending his second stint at the club after a standout 2024/25 campaign.
The 34-year-old Senegalese international earned the squad’s Player’s Player of the Year award. His experience and leadership were pivotal, and Everton acted swiftly to secure his services ahead of the new season.
Michael Keane (Everton)
July 2025
Centre-back Michael Keane has extended his contract by one year, taking his stay at Everton into a ninth season.
Keane, who joined from Burnley in 2017 and has made 230 appearances, says he remains proud to represent the club.
Tom Heaton (Manchester United)
June 2025
Manchester United have extended Tom Heaton’s contract until 2026. The 39-year-old veteran goalkeeper remains with the club despite limited appearances, offering depth and experience in United’s goalkeeping roster.
Heaton, re-signed in 2021, has made just three appearances but provides reliable backup. United opted for continuity amid goalkeeper reshuffling, especially as Dean Henderson and others face uncertain futures.
Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal)
June 2025
Arsenal academy standout Myles Lewis-Skelly has signed a new five-year contract running through 2030. The 18-year-old made 39 appearances last season, emerging as a surprise left-back solution for Mikel Arteta’s squad.
After breaking into the first team in December, Lewis-Skelly’s versatility and form earned him a national call-up and first goal against Man City. Arsenal secured his long-term future to protect their homegrown defensive talent.
Éderson (Manchester City)
June 2025
Manchester City goalkeeper Éderson has confirmed he will stay at the club next season despite renewed links to Saudi clubs. The 31-year-old dismissed most transfer speculation as false, reiterating commitment to City.
Although Al Nassr expressed interest previously, City never received a formal offer. With one year left on his contract, Éderson stated his focus remains on defending titles and chasing another Champions League with City.
