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Former England striker Jermain Defoe has left his post as Woking manager after just four months and six league games in charge. The 43-year-old departed the National League club by mutual consent following a brief stint, describing his first managerial role as an eye-opening experience that ultimately became impossible to continue.

Arsenal are preparing to test Newcastle United's resolve with a £70 million offer for Bruno Guimaraes despite the Magpies' insistence that their captain is not for sale. The Brazil international is understood to want the move, with talks expected to gather pace.

With the new Premier League season now less than a month away from kicking off on August 21, pre-season friendlies are about to get into full swing as the majority of clubs jet off around the globe to ensure the best possible preparation for the 2026-27 campaign. However, due to the World Cup, a number of squads are far from full strength as those who reached the knockout rounds in North America enjoy some belated time off, creating opportunities for others to stake their claim for greater roles over the next 10 months.

It feels as though Marcus Rashford and Manchester United are back at square one. Both player and club must have been desperately hoping that Barcelona would take up what looked like a bargain £26 million ($35m) option to buy the attacker at the end of a productive loan spell in Catalunya in 2025-26, but, much to United's disbelief and anger, they turned in another direction. Now, Rashford faces limbo at Old Trafford.

Crysencio Summerville has completed a surprise £60m move from West Ham to Al-Hilal after signing a four-year contract. The Netherlands international attracted interest from several European clubs, but the Saudi Pro League side ultimately secured one of the summer's biggest transfers.

Find out today's transfer news, 24 July 2026, for Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Manchester United, and the top leagues around the world.

Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton has broken his silence regarding the criticism aimed at him by former France manager Didier Deschamps following Les Bleus' exit from the 2026 World Cup. The match official has defended his credentials and background after his performance in France's semi-final defeat to Spain was called into question.

Lionel Messi's playing days for Argentina may be drawing to a close, but a leading South American football journalist believes the icon could stick around in a different "Master Yoda" capacity, guiding heir apparent Nico Paz through the transition as the Albiceleste's next generation takes shape.

The Zinedine Zidane era of the French national team is finally ready to begin following years of intense speculation regarding the legendary midfielder's future. The French Football Federation (FFF) has confirmed that a major announcement is imminent as they prepare to move on from long-serving manager Didier Deschamps after a disappointing end to the 2018 World Cup.

Tottenham have left Dejan Kulusevski and Mohammed Kudus out of their pre-season tour of New Zealand and Australia, with the pair's recovery from long-term injuries continuing. Kulusevski has not played for the club since the 2024-25 season, while Kudus has been sidelined since January.

Nottingham Forest have officially confirmed the arrival of Austrian midfielder Xaver Schlager as the first signing of the Oliver Glasner era. The 28-year-old international moves to the City Ground on a two-year contract following a highly successful four-season stint with Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig.

Yan Diomande's future has become one of the summer's most closely watched transfer sagas, with Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid all reportedly prepared to match Liverpool's €100 million offer for the RB Leipzig winger, even as he waits to hear whether his preferred destination, Paris Saint-Germain, can turn interest into a concrete offer.

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a move for Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams as they look to add a third engine-room addition to their summer business. The USMNT international has emerged as a key target for the Red Devils, who are prioritising value for money after already committing significant funds to a major midfield overhaul.

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has spoken out on Kevin De Bruyne's future following the Belgian midfielder's outspoken criticism of former manager Antonio Conte's defensive tactics. Despite the apparent friction and ongoing transfer speculation following the 2026 World Cup, Manna insists the veteran playmaker remains under contract and is expected to report for pre-season duty under newly appointed boss Massimiliano Allegri.

Atlanta United are reportedly exploring a blockbuster move to upgrade their attack, opening talks with former Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez. The Uruguay international has emerged as a leading target as the club prepares for a potential designated player opening, although Atlanta are also pursuing Switzerland forward Breel Embolo.

Manchester United have signaled their intent to fast-track one of the most exciting talents in English football by naming 15-year-old winger JJ Gabriel in the senior squad for Friday's friendly against Rosenborg. The teenager, who has been a revelation at youth level, joins Michael Carrick’s 25-man traveling party for the clash in Trondheim as the Red Devils continue their pre-season preparations.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has lauded teenage sensation Lamine Yamal for his contributions during La Roja's historic 2026 World Cup campaign. The tactical mastermind highlighted the winger's immense maturation and tactical discipline on the global stage, revealing how the Barcelona youngster successfully prioritised collective team glory over individual spotlight to help secure the trophy.