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    Henderson Leaves Brentford Before Expected Chelsea Move

    Jordan Henderson, Brentford and Chelsea
    Wednesday

    Jordan Henderson has left Brentford after the club mutually terminated the final year of his contract. The decision makes the 36-year-old England midfielder a free agent and clears the way for his expected move to Chelsea.

    Brentford said Henderson wanted a different challenge during the closing years of his career and the club agreed not to block him. Chelsea have targeted his leadership and experience as Xabi Alonso reshapes a previously youthful squad.

    Pochettino Nears New USMNT Deal Through 2030

    Mauricio Pochettino and the United States Soccer Federation
    Wednesday

    Mauricio Pochettino and U.S. Soccer are close to agreeing a four-year contract extension through the 2030 World Cup. His original deal ended after the 2026 tournament, with both sides delaying final negotiations until the United States campaign finished.

    The United States topped its World Cup group and won a knockout match before a heavy last-16 defeat by Belgium. A renewal would give Pochettino another full cycle to refresh the squad and prepare for the next tournament.

    Liverpool Prepare Opening Bradley Barcola Bid

    Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain and Bradley Barcola
    Wednesday

    Liverpool are preparing an opening offer for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola after stepping up their interest. PSG value the France international at about £145m, while Liverpool hope to negotiate a deal closer to the £100m mark.

    Barcola is reportedly keen on joining Liverpool after falling behind other attackers in Paris and refusing a new contract. The Reds have made him their primary Mohamed Salah replacement after missing out on Real Madrid-bound Yan Diomande.

    AC Milan Deny False Franco Baresi Death Reports

    AC Milan and Franco Baresi
    Wednesday

    AC Milan have officially denied social-media claims that club legend Franco Baresi had died. The club said the 66-year-old honorary vice-president is facing a difficult and delicate period and requested privacy for him and his family.

    Baresi underwent surgery for a pulmonary nodule in August 2025 and later began immunotherapy, which helped false rumours spread rapidly. Milan intervened to stop the misinformation and urged supporters not to circulate unsupported health claims.

    Lawrence Shankland Named New Rangers Captain

    Lawrence Shankland, Rangers and Derek McInnes
    Wednesday

    Rangers have named summer signing Lawrence Shankland as their new club captain. The Scotland striker replaces James Tavernier only two months after joining from Hearts, where he also wore the armband and scored 88 goals.

    Manager Derek McInnes cited Shankland’s leadership experience, knowledge of Rangers and influence inside the dressing room. The appointment gives the club a boyhood supporter as captain before Friday’s Scottish Premiership opener away against Dundee United.

    FIFA Defends Embolo Red Card After IFAB Row

    FIFA, IFAB, Breel Embolo and Switzerland
    Wednesday

    FIFA has defended the VAR intervention that sent Switzerland forward Breel Embolo off against Argentina, insisting its mistaken-identity interpretation was applied consistently and corrected an unjust booking originally shown to midfielder Leandro Paredes during the quarter-final.

    FIFA said IFAB confirmed the interpretation was correct and well received, despite a recent circular limiting how mistaken identity may be used. The dispute leaves football authorities publicly explaining a World Cup decision that changed the quarter-final.

    Schalke Close On Dzeko And Lindstrom Double Deal

    Schalke 04, Edin Dzeko and Jesper Lindstrom
    Wednesday

    Schalke 04 have reportedly reached agreements with Edin Dzeko and Jesper Lindstrom. Dzeko is expected to undergo a medical before signing through 2027, while Lindstrom could arrive on loan from Napoli with a possible purchase clause.

    Dzeko helped Schalke earn Bundesliga promotion during last season’s loan spell and is set to return as a leading earner. Lindstrom would add width and creativity after difficult periods with Napoli and Wolfsburg, although club-to-club details remain unresolved.

    Chelsea Agree Welbeck Deal As Henderson Move Nears

    Chelsea, Danny Welbeck, Jordan Henderson, Brighton and Brentford
    Wednesday

    Chelsea have agreed a fee and two-year contract for Brighton striker Danny Welbeck, who has permission to complete a medical. Jordan Henderson is also preparing to cancel his Brentford contract so he can join Chelsea on a free transfer.

    Xabi Alonso wants more experience in a squad that has been the Premier League’s youngest for two seasons. Welbeck would become Chelsea’s oldest signing under the current ownership until Henderson’s expected arrival, with several younger forwards potentially leaving.

    FIFA Offers Member Nations $40m Under Investment Plan

    FIFA, Gianni Infantino and its 211 member associations
    Tuesday

    FIFA has proposed selling up to 21% of FIFA Forward Enterprises to private investors for $4.2bn. Member associations could receive an optional $20m for special projects plus $20m in regular grants during the next four-year funding cycle.

    The plan requires approval from a majority of FIFA’s associations and its 37-member council by 19 September. Critics say the promised funding could influence votes while commercial rights for the World Cup and other tournaments move into a new company.

    Palace Reach Broad Terms With Takehiro Tomiyasu

    Crystal Palace and Takehiro Tomiyasu
    Wednesday

    Crystal Palace have held talks with free-agent defender Takehiro Tomiyasu and reached a broad agreement on contract terms. The former Arsenal player is training with Palace, but the club still wants assurances over his recent knee problems.

    Head coach Pierre Sage will decide whether to proceed after assessing Tomiyasu’s fitness and suitability for a three-centre-back system. Palace need defensive reinforcements with Maxence Lacroix expected to join Chelsea and other centre-back negotiations continuing.

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