Jonah Kusi-Asare (Bayern Munich)
August 2025
Bayern Munich have rejected all loan offers for 18-year-old Jonah Kusi-Asare, deciding to keep him as Harry Kane’s understudy this season. After scoring in pre-season against Tottenham and Grasshoppers, Vincent Kompany has promoted him to the senior squad. Bayern are also working on a contract extension beyond 2026.
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.
Liverpool FC
July 2025
Liverpool’s summer spending has reached £295.5m, now the highest in the Premier League. The £79m Hugo Ekitike deal puts them over £75m ahead of Chelsea and above Man City and Arsenal combined.
Ekitike’s £69m fee plus £10m in add-ons completes a record-breaking spree. Liverpool structured bonuses around trophies and player contributions. Their spending signals strong ambitions ahead of the season.
Matz Sels (Nottingham Forest)
July 2025
Goalkeeper Matz Sels has signed an improved contract with Nottingham Forest, still running until 2027. He played a crucial role under Nuno Espirito Santo and shared the Golden Glove last season with 13 clean sheets.
Sels earned his reward after becoming a key figure at Forest since his arrival 18 months ago. His consistent performances led to the club enhancing his contract while maintaining its original duration.
Wayne Hennessey
July 2025
Veteran goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey has officially announced his retirement. The Wales international made over 150 appearances for Wolves and earned 100+ caps for his country across a career that spanned nearly two decades.
Hennessey’s career included stops at Crystal Palace, Burnley, and Nottingham Forest. He retires as one of Wales’ most-capped players and a respected figure in British football.
Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
July 2025
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva died in a car crash in Zamora, Spain. Their Lamborghini veered off-road and caught fire. Both were confirmed dead by Spanish authorities.
The crash likely resulted from a tire blowout. Jota, 28, was returning to England after medical advice not to fly post-surgery. Tributes poured in from Liverpool, UEFA, Ronaldo, and the Portuguese FA.
Oscar Bobb (Manchester City)
June 2025
Norwegian winger Oscar Bobb is pushing for a breakthrough at Manchester City after returning from injury. The 21-year-old missed most of the 2024/25 season but has featured at the Club World Cup in the U.S.
Bobb fractured his leg last summer and had a setback in February. Now fully fit, he’s impressed in recent appearances and intends to stay at City despite heavy squad competition under Pep Guardiola.
Adam Lallana
June 2025
Adam Lallana has retired from professional football at age 37 after leaving Southampton, the club where he began and ended his career.
In an Instagram post, Lallana reflected on his journey with Southampton, Liverpool, Brighton, and England, expressing gratitude for a career that began in 1999 and ended with 34 England caps and major club titles.
Olympique Lyonnais
June 2025
Lyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after authorities ruled their financial restructuring plans insufficient.
Despite attempts to stabilize finances, Lyon failed to meet Ligue 1’s regulatory requirements. Their Europa League spot and Palace’s qualification status remain unclear.
