FOOTBALL

LA Galaxy Advance Hirving Lozano Loan Talks

LA Galaxy, San Diego FC and Hirving Lozano
Tuesday

LA Galaxy are in advanced talks to sign Mexico winger Hirving Lozano on loan from San Diego FC. San Diego have allowed the 31-year-old to negotiate with the Galaxy and could continue paying part of his salary.

Lozano has not played for San Diego during the 2026 season and has trained alone after falling outside the club’s plans. A move would give the Galaxy a high-profile designated player while offering Lozano a route back into competitive action.

Real Madrid Improve Contract Offer For Vinicius

Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior
Tuesday

Real Madrid have made an improved contract offer to Vinicius Junior as negotiations resume after the World Cup. The proposal is reportedly worth about €22m annually, while Arsenal continue monitoring the Brazil forward’s unresolved future.

Vinicius’ current contract expires in June 2027, increasing pressure on Madrid to secure an extension or consider a sale. The improved salary package represents a significant attempt to end the uncertainty after talks had remained stalled for almost a year.

RB Leipzig Complete Orjan Nyland Free Signing

RB Leipzig, Orjan Nyland and Sevilla
Tuesday

RB Leipzig have completed the free signing of Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland following his departure from Sevilla. The 35-year-old signed a contract running until 2028 and returns for a second spell with the Bundesliga club.

Nyland was recruited after Peter Gulacsi left for Villarreal, creating an immediate opening in Leipzig’s goalkeeping group. His international experience and previous familiarity with the club provide an established option while the squad prepares for Champions League football.

Kolo Muani Completes Permanent €50m Juventus Move

Randal Kolo Muani, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain
Tuesday

Randal Kolo Muani has completed a permanent €50m transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Juventus. The France striker signed a long-term contract running until 2031, ending his PSG spell after pushing strongly for a return to Turin.

The agreement converts Juventus’ previous temporary relationship with Kolo Muani into a long-term attacking investment. His arrival gives the club a proven forward who already understands the team, while PSG finally removes an unwanted player from its squad.

Leverkusen Advance Talks To Re-Sign Moussa Diaby

Bayer Leverkusen, Al-Ittihad and Moussa Diaby
Tuesday

Bayer Leverkusen are progressing in talks to bring Moussa Diaby back from Al-Ittihad for a fee below €30m. No final agreement has been reached, but negotiations are described as advanced and the winger wants to return to Germany.

Diaby is reportedly prepared to accept a major salary reduction after maintaining contact with Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes. The Frenchman previously produced 96 goal contributions in 172 appearances and is viewed as a natural fit for the club’s system.

Al-Ittihad Agree Personal Terms With Pedro Goncalves

Al-Ittihad, Sporting Lisbon and Pedro Goncalves
Tuesday

Al-Ittihad have reportedly agreed all personal terms with Sporting Lisbon midfielder Pedro Goncalves, including an annual salary worth up to €10m. The proposed transfer is not complete because the two clubs have yet to settle their negotiations.

Goncalves is waiting for permission to travel, undergo a medical and sign his contract. The agreement with the player gives Al-Ittihad momentum, but Sporting’s approval and the final transfer fee remain necessary before the move can proceed.

Grafstrom Addresses FIFA Turmoil After Plan Collapse

Mattias Grafstrom, FIFA staff and Gianni Infantino
Tuesday

FIFA secretary-general Mattias Grafstrom described the abandoned private-investment proposal as a sad and reproachable episode in an internal message to staff. He acknowledged the turmoil created inside the organisation and said the project had now been permanently abandoned.

Grafstrom said FIFA employees had been caught in events that were difficult to understand or accept. His message also stressed that institutions outlast individuals, signalling internal unease while attempting to reassure staff about the organisation’s future and continuity.

Pakhtakor Complete Ayman Hussein Striker Signing

Pakhtakor and Ayman Hussein
Tuesday

Pakhtakor have officially signed Iraq international striker Ayman Hussein on a contract running until the end of the 2026 season. The Uzbek club added the experienced forward to strengthen its attack during the decisive stage of the domestic title race.

Hussein arrives with 120 club goals and extensive experience across Iraq, Qatar, Tunisia, Morocco and the United Arab Emirates. Pakhtakor expect his physical presence, penalty-area finishing and international pedigree to provide immediate impact rather than a long-term development project.

Renaissance Berkane Officially Appoint Bubista As Coach

Renaissance Berkane and Bubista
Tuesday

Renaissance Berkane have officially appointed Bubista as their new head coach. The 56-year-old leaves Cape Verde after guiding the national team through a historic World Cup campaign and several successful years in charge of the Blue Sharks.

The Moroccan club completed the appointment after lengthy negotiations over the sporting project and contract terms. Berkane are relying on Bubista’s international experience, tactical leadership and recent achievements to support continued challenges for domestic and continental honours.

Sporting Kansas City Reach $18m Andre Luiz Agreement

Sporting Kansas City, Olympiakos and Andre Luiz
Monday

Sporting Kansas City have reached a verbal agreement to sign Brazilian attacker Andre Luiz from Olympiakos for an initial $18m. Performance-based add-ons could raise the package further, potentially making it one of the largest transfers in MLS history.

The parties still need to finalise contractual details and complete the paperwork. Luiz would become the marquee addition in Sporting Kansas City’s extensive rebuild under sporting director David Lee and head coach Rapha Wicky after a poor conference campaign.