… Argentina cruised through the group phase, but the knockout rounds have been frenetic for the team coached by Scaloni, the one-time West Ham United full-back. …
… When Mateus Fernandes’ planned move from West Ham fell through, Old Trafford officials continued to insist they were relaxed about the situation, even as fans began to press the panic button. …
… United have prioritised strengthening their midfield positions this summer, but have so far met with frustration after failing to sign first choice Elliot Anderson, who is joining Manchester City, and Mateus Fernandes, who opted to move to Tottenham Hotspur from West Ham. …
… As well as Tonali, there have been major sales of midfielders so far this summer, including Manchester City agreeing a club-record £116m deal with Nottingham Forest for England’s Elliot Anderson and West Ham‘s Mateus Fernandes also joining Tottenham for £85m. …
… The Italy international becomes Tottenham’s second major signing of the summer following the arrival of Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for £85 million. …
… The 34-year-old forward, who left West Ham at the end of last season, is in advanced talks with the west London club, with the deal expected to be completed this week. …
The Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
The Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
Aston Villa have agreed to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka on an initial loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. The DR Congo right-back will travel for a medical in the Midlands, with West Ham previously seeking a £25m fee.
Arsenal have held talks with Galatasaray over selling squad members, with Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri among players they are inviting offers for. Martinelli, subject to a €45m verbal offer from Galatasaray, is reluctant to move to Turkey, while the 19-year-old Nwaneri has interest from AC Milan, Fulham, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund.
West Ham have inquired about 39-year-old free agent Jamie Vardy to strengthen their attack as they prepare for the Championship season. Vardy left Cremonese following their Serie A relegation and the Hammers are targeting a Premier League return.
Defender Micky van de Ven says Tottenham's club-record £237m spending under manager Roberto de Zerbi reflects a "new ambition" after an "unacceptable" season in which the club finished 17th and narrowly avoided relegation. Van de Ven expects the team to play "more enjoyable" football under De Zerbi with the new signings and a full pre-season.
Tottenham defeated A-League champions Auckland FC in a pre-season match in New Zealand, with Dane Scarlett and Richarlison scoring. Manager Roberto de Zerbi fielded a young side to manage risk after the long trip, with new signing Mateus Fernandes the only major summer arrival to feature.
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi has said players who are not happy at the club should move elsewhere, amid speculation over midfielder Lucas Bergvall's future after Nottingham Forest bid £38m for him. De Zerbi, who took over in late March and helped save Spurs from Premier League relegation, emphasised that he wants players who are proud and motivated to stay at the club.
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi has said players who are not happy at the club should move elsewhere, amid transfer speculation surrounding midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who has attracted bids from Nottingham Forest.
Aston Villa have agreed to loan Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho until the end of the 2026-27 season with an obligation to buy contingent on conditions such as the number of appearances he makes. Garnacho, 22, has completed a medical and pre-agreed a four-year contract at Villa Park.
Bournemouth have rejected a £64m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott and told the Blues no further approaches would be welcomed, insisting they intend to keep the 22-year-old star player despite his rejection of a new contract offer.
Saudi club Al-Hilal have agreed a £60m deal (initial £55m plus £5m in add-ons) to sign Netherlands winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, from relegated West Ham. The sale provides a windfall for West Ham as they look to cut their wage bill following relegation from the Premier League.
England bid to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they face holders Argentina in a World Cup semifinal. The match marks the first competitive meeting between the sides since 2002 and the first time Messi has ever played against England.
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal after meeting his £35m release clause. The 29-year-old midfielder, who recently helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals, will wear the number 18 shirt.
Manchester United are in advanced talks with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Youri Tielemans, with a deal understood to be close; Tielemans' contract contains a release clause that makes negotiations easier, and the 29-year-old has Premier League experience and has been on United's radar for considerable time.
Manchester United have agreed to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth up to £50 million, with an initial payment of £48 million plus £2 million in add-ons. Santos will join fellow Brazilian Ederson at Old Trafford as United strengthen their midfield following injuries and departures.
Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the Brazil international midfielder. Arsenal are poised to make a fresh offer for Guimaraes, who arrived at Newcastle from Lyon in 2022, as they look to bolster their midfield.
Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a club-record £100 million (£92.5 million initial plus £7.5 million in add-ons). The 26-year-old said he was convinced to join after a conversation with head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
Tottenham Hotspur announced the signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a deal worth up to £100 million, with an initial fee of £92.5 million, setting a club transfer record. The move marks the second-largest fee ever received by Newcastle for a player in the club's history.
Former England striker Callum Wilson, 34, is in advanced talks with Brentford following his departure from West Ham and is expected to sign an initial 12-month contract this week. The free agent would provide competition for Igor Thiago and allow 19-year-old Kaye Furo to move out on loan.
Tottenham completed the signing of Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for a club-record fee of £92.5m initially plus £7.5m in add-ons, after the 26-year-old Italian spent three seasons with the Magpies.
Tottenham have completed the signing of 21-year-old midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for a club-record £85m guaranteed fee. Fernandes, who has played once for Portugal, spent the past two seasons in the Premier League with Southampton and West Ham, and is Spurs' fifth summer signing.
Bournemouth have turned down an enquiry from Arsenal for 22-year-old midfielder Alex Scott, saying he is not for sale this summer and intends to extend his contract. Scott is also a target for Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, and Chelsea.
Manchester United's 25-year-old Manuel Ugarte suffered a knee ligament injury while playing for Uruguay against Spain at the World Cup; Uruguayan media reports suggest a cruciate ligament injury that could sideline him for several months, pending further tests in Manchester.
Austria beat World Cup debutants Jordan 3-1, with Romano Schmid opening the scoring, Ali Olwan equalizing with Jordan's first World Cup goal, and Yazan al-Arab's own goal and Marko Arnautovic's penalty securing victory.
Daichi Kamada's late header earned Japan a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup match in Dallas, after the teams traded goals in a second-half thriller.
Vinicius Jr scored in the 37th minute to earn Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening 2026 World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, after Brazil fell behind to Ismael Saibari's goal in the 21st minute.
Manchester City's second offer of £120m (£106m initial plus add-ons) for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has been rejected. The 23-year-old England international prefers a move to City over Manchester United, and the two clubs continue negotiations despite Anderson's World Cup preparations.
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill praised outgoing French boss Didier Deschamps as a "fantastic national team manager" after France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in a World Cup warm-up match. O'Neill highlighted Deschamps' success managing a star-studded squad and his humility despite leading a major football nation.
Manchester City and Chelsea remain in talks over Enzo Maresca replacing Pep Guardiola at City, with negotiations at an advanced stage over a compensation package. Chelsea expect payment under Maresca's contract terms, as he left Stamford Bridge in January despite being contracted until 2029.
Multiple women have accused billionaire David Sullivan, West Ham co-owner, of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour spanning decades, including pressuring young models for sex in exchange for career advancement. Sullivan, 77, categorically denies the allegations and has resigned as joint chair of West Ham; he also separately admitted paying for sex in the 1990s with a girl he says he believed was 16 or 17.