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Juventus have reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for Kerim Alajbegovic for around €33m+€7m package.

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Real Madrid have opened initial talks with Manchester City to sign Rodri. Spanish midfielder has already made it clear he wants the move.

Manchester City prefer to keep, even if Rodri fails to sign a new contract. Yet the arrival of Ayyoub Bouaddi, or another midfielder, could allow for a sale. City value Rodri at significantly more than reported numbers of €50m.

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Brentford confirm Jordan Henderson has left after a mutual agreement was reached to terminate his contract.

Gentleman’s agreement allowed Henderson to leave for free. Chelsea now set to sign Henderson.

Tomiyasu to Palace?

Crystal Palace is in talks with Takehiro Tomiyasu for a permanent Premier League return. The former Arsenal defender is training with Palace and played in Tuesday’s friendly against Lens. A free transfer for the 27-year-old Japan international, with terms largely agreed, awaits final approval from head coach Pierre Sage.

Chelsea is actively pursuing experienced players, with Danny Welbeck nearing a move after Brighton allowed him a medical. Jordan Henderson, 36, is also expected to cancel his Brentford contract for a Stamford Bridge switch. These potential signings align with new manager Xabi Alonso’s plan to add veteran presence to the Blues’ youthful squad, aiming to address recent inconsistencies.

Suggested Headlines:

• Chelsea Close in on Welbeck, Henderson
• Blues Target Experience with Welbeck Deal
• Alonso Brings Veterans to Chelsea

Rayo Stadium Shut Amid Health Risks

Vallecano Banned from Home Pitch

La Liga side Rayo Vallecano faces an indefinite stadium ban over Legionnaires’ disease risk. The Estadio de Vallecas, rented from the Madrid government, was deemed unsafe due to severe health and safety issues, including fire hazards and refuse. With the new season weeks away, Rayo must find an alternative home ground as urgent repairs are estimated to take months.

McGregor Targets Celtic Style Win

Celtic captain Callum McGregor vows his future remains with the club, aiming for a more stylish Scottish Premiership title win this season. He will lead Celtic against Dundee on Monday, marking his 13th season. Last term, Celtic secured the league after a tight race with Hearts, and also won the Scottish Cup.

Fifa’s $40M Offer Shakes Football

Fifa President Gianni Infantino has promised $40 million (£30 million) to each of the 211 member associations if they support his controversial plan to sell stakes in major competitions. Federations face a 19 September deadline to accept and claim an initial $20 million (£15 million). The move has already drawn fierce criticism from Europe, Asia, and North America, deepening tensions within the global football community.

Spacey-Cale Exits Southampton

Women’s Football Director Departs

Marieanne Spacey-Cale, Southampton’s director of women’s football, will step down this year. She has been a crucial and influential figure in the club’s women’s program since 2018, driving its development and leading the team to back-to-back promotions to WSL 2.

Brazilian football has introduced a groundbreaking punishment, suspending Inter defender Victor Gabriel until his injured opponent is fit to return.

Following a reckless tackle that fractured Cruzeiro forward Gabriel Pec’s tibia, the sports court ruled Gabriel cannot play again until Pec is medically cleared, capped at a maximum 180-day suspension.

Judges argued the standard one-to-six match ban was insufficient for such a severe injury, setting a striking new precedent in player accountability.