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    Moroccan Clubs Back Proposal To Scrap Relegation

    Moroccan football clubs, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation and the professional league
    Monday

    A majority of clubs involved in talks over Morocco’s top division have backed a proposal to abolish relegation and expand the league. The uploaded report says 17 clubs supported the plan while several others either rejected it or abstained.

    The proposal still faces legal and regulatory obstacles before any format change can be implemented next season. Opposition from several clubs means the federation and professional league must resolve procedural issues rather than treating the majority vote as automatic approval.

    Chelsea Owners Explore Clearlake Buyout Of Minority Stakes

    Todd Boehly, Mark Walter, Clearlake Capital and Chelsea
    Monday

    Chelsea co-owners Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have explored selling their minority stakes to majority shareholder Clearlake Capital. Talks have begun inside the ownership group after a long-running rift, with each man’s 12.8% holding potentially worth about £640m.

    Clearlake currently owns 61.5% and could consolidate greater control if a transaction proceeds. The discussions come as Boehly’s chairmanship approaches a scheduled change and disagreements remain around Chelsea’s future stadium plans, making the ownership talks strategically significant.

    Coventry Complete £9m Taiwo Awoniyi Signing

    Coventry City, Nottingham Forest and Taiwo Awoniyi
    Sunday

    Coventry City have officially signed Nigeria striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest for £9m. The 29-year-old arrives before Coventry’s first Premier League campaign in 25 years after scoring 23 goals across 103 appearances during four seasons at Forest.

    The completion follows an earlier agreement between the clubs and gives Frank Lampard another experienced forward while Haji Wright remains injured. Forest gave Awoniyi a guard of honour before his departure, reflecting his importance during the club’s recent rise.

    Dortmund Complete €30m Konstantelias Deal Amid PAOK Protest

    Giannis Konstantelias, PAOK and Borussia Dortmund
    Monday

    Giannis Konstantelias has completed a move from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund in a deal that could exceed €30m, while angry PAOK supporters occupied club offices and the Toumba Stadium in protest against the sale of their homegrown midfielder.

    The transfer becomes one of the biggest sales in Greek football and proceeds despite a supporter backlash similar to the protests that helped derail Konstantelias’ Stuttgart move last year. This time PAOK allowed the transfer to Dortmund to reach completion.

    FIFA Sacks COO Kevin Lamour After Infantino Criticism

    Kevin Lamour, FIFA and Gianni Infantino
    Monday

    FIFA has ended chief operating officer Kevin Lamour’s employment after he publicly criticised Gianni Infantino and the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise plan. Lamour had accused the organisation’s leadership of deceiving staff and said football’s political leaders needed to act.

    FIFA told staff that both sides had agreed to part ways, but the departure follows Lamour saying he understood criticism could cost him his job. His exit deepens the internal fallout surrounding Infantino as opposition to the president continues growing.

    Vicario Completes Juventus Move After Tottenham Exit

    Guglielmo Vicario, Juventus and Tottenham Hotspur
    Monday

    Guglielmo Vicario has joined Juventus after Tottenham accepted a loan deal with a non-mandatory purchase option. Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti publicly welcomed the Italy goalkeeper, describing him as a top-class signing and confirming that the move has been completed.

    Juventus switched to Vicario after their pursuit of Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez collapsed. Tottenham had already promoted Antonin Kinsky to first choice, giving the 29-year-old a route back to Serie A and Juventus an experienced alternative in goal.

    Nigeria Sack Madugu After Historic World Cup Miss

    Nigeria, Justine Madugu and the Nigeria Football Federation
    Monday

    The Nigeria Football Federation has dismissed Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu and his entire technical staff with immediate effect. The decision follows Nigeria failing to qualify for the Women’s World Cup for the first time since the tournament began in 1991.

    Nigeria missed the WAFCON semi-finals and then lost the playoff for an intercontinental World Cup route. The federation has also created a fact-finding committee with a two-week deadline to investigate the national team’s failure and wider recent performance problems.

    Ipswich Sign Enciso And Ouattara In £47m Double Deal

    Ipswich Town, Julio Enciso, Abdoul Ouattara and Strasbourg
    Monday

    Ipswich Town have completed the signings of winger Julio Enciso and midfielder Abdoul Ouattara from Strasbourg on five-year contracts. The combined package could reach £47.3m as the newly promoted club continues a major summer rebuild before its Premier League return.

    Enciso returns after a previous loan spell at Portman Road, while Ouattara follows manager Gary O’Neil from Strasbourg. Their arrivals take Ipswich’s summer spending to about £150m across 12 major signings, underlining the scale of preparation for top-flight survival.

    Atlanta Near $18m Breel Embolo Signing

    Atlanta United, Stade Rennes and Breel Embolo
    Monday

    Atlanta United are finalising a deal to sign Switzerland forward Breel Embolo from Stade Rennes for around $18m. The 29-year-old is intended as Atlanta’s marquee striker addition after the club’s previous major investment in Emmanuel Latte Lath failed to deliver.

    The reported fee would place Embolo among the five most expensive signings in MLS history. He scored 10 goals and supplied three assists for Rennes last season as Atlanta continue an extensive roster overhaul under head coach Tata Martino.

    Scottish FA Withdraws Support For Gianni Infantino

    Scottish FA and Gianni Infantino
    Monday

    The Scottish Football Association has formally withdrawn support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino and says it will not vote for his re-election. Chief executive Ian Maxwell said the association has lost confidence in FIFA’s leadership and aligns with UEFA’s position.

    Scotland joins England, Wales and the Republic of Ireland in opposing Infantino as football’s governance crisis deepens. The decision adds another confirmed vote against him before the 2027 election, while FIFA’s member associations remain sharply divided over his leadership.

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