Real Madrid, Liverpool and Victor Munoz
19 June 2026

Real Madrid could have re-signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna for €8 million but decided not to activate their buyback option. Liverpool later moved for the Spanish winger in a deal reported at around €40 million.

Madrid weighed academy sentiment against squad priorities and financial upside. Their sell-on clause meant a major profit without adding another wide player, while Liverpool gained a versatile winger after his breakout season in La Liga.

Nicolas Raskin, Rangers and Atalanta
19 June 2026

Nicolas Raskin has reportedly made clear that he wants to leave Rangers this summer. Atalanta are among the clubs linked with the Belgian midfielder, who is said to be seeking the next step in his career.

The update formed part of Scottish transfer gossip, so the situation remains short of an official bid. Rangers may now have to decide whether to cash in, especially if interest strengthens during the summer window.

Mary Earps and London City Lionesses
19 June 2026

Mary Earps has signed a two-year deal with London City Lionesses after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. The former England goalkeeper returns to the Women’s Super League as Michele Kang-backed London City continue building an ambitious top-half project.

Earps said the club’s values and new training facility matched her ambitions. Her arrival adds experience, profile and competition for Elene Lete as London City try to move closer to the WSL’s leading sides next season.

Burnley, Craig Bellamy and the Football Association of Wales
19 June 2026

Burnley have contacted the Football Association of Wales as they pursue Craig Bellamy for their vacant manager role. The Clarets want their former coach back after Scott Parker’s exit, but compensation would still need to be agreed.

Bellamy has two years left on his Wales deal and recently said he remained committed to the national job. Burnley’s renewed approach tests that stance, especially after the club identified him as a strong fit for their rebuild.

Tottenham, Jan Paul van Hecke, Brighton, Roberto De Zerbi
18 June 2026

Tottenham have completed the £52m signing of Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton on a long-term deal. The move reunites him with Roberto De Zerbi and adds another senior centre-back to Spurs’ rebuild.

Brighton earn a major fee despite Van Hecke having one year left on his contract, while Tottenham gain a Premier League-proven defender who knows De Zerbi’s system. He will first remain focused on the Netherlands’ World Cup campaign.

Sam Kerr, Gotham FC, Chelsea
18 June 2026

Sam Kerr is reportedly set for an NWSL return with Gotham FC after leaving Chelsea, where she won five Women’s Super League titles and scored 116 goals. The Australia forward previously starred in the league before moving to England.

Gotham would gain one of the NWSL’s all-time leading scorers, though Kerr’s recent injury record affects roster-rule eligibility. The move would also give her a familiar platform after six trophy-heavy seasons at Chelsea and recent fitness setbacks.