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TransfersA return to England is only a suggestion for now, not a confirmed plan. GOAL reports that Emile Heskey believes Harry Kane could head back to the Premier League in 2028, after a possible Bayern Munich contract extension, with Alan Shearer’s record in his sights.
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CompetitionSchalke 04 begin their 2026-27 Bundesliga season away at FC Augsburg on 30 August, following promotion after three seasons in the 2. Bundesliga. Deutsche Welle highlights the connection between coach Miron Muslic, captain Edin Džeko and defender Nikola Katić, but the real test starts when Schalke return to league action.
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TransfersA reported move for Joel Ordoñez is still unconfirmed, with Club Brugge and Aston Villa yet to agree terms. VoetbalPrimeur.be, citing Het Laatste Nieuws, says the structure of the proposed deal is the key issue.
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CompetitionBarcelona have promoted 19-year-old academy defender Xavi Espart to the first team, according to Mundo Deportivo. The report also says Espart will take the LaLiga No. 12 shirt after starting the opening league game at Elche in No. 36.
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CompetitionBruno Fernandes has been named the 2026 Men’s PFA Players’ Player of the Year for his work in the 2025-26 season. The award is confirmed by the PFA and was decided by fellow professionals.
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TransfersFIFA has announced fresh editions of its FIFA Diploma in Club Management and FIFA Players Executive Programme. Both courses are set to start in November 2026, but they are education programmes rather than a football transfer or competition update.
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Transfer NewsEstrela da Amadora have confirmed that an international consortium has completed the purchase of a 90% majority stake in the club’s SAD. Thomas Müller, Mats Hummels, Yann Sommer and Lucas Hernández are listed as strategic football investors, but the club has not confirmed a sale price.
Read story →TransfersCeará Sporting Club have confirmed the permanent signing of 19-year-old midfielder Pedro Esli from Comercial/SP. The deal runs until the end of 2028 after his progress across the club’s Under-20 and senior sides.
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CompetitionDonyell Malen was Football Italia’s highest-rated player from Serie A’s opening round after scoring a hat-trick in Roma’s 4-0 win over Fiorentina. Paulo Dybala was close behind after three assists, but these are the outlet’s ratings rather than an official league award.
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CompetitionLennart Karl could be back in Bayern Munich’s squad for the Bundesliga opener against VfB Stuttgart, according to an unconfirmed report. Serge Gnabry is also said to be stepping up his recovery, but he is not expected to be ready for that match.
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Interviews & ProfilesManuel Neuer was treated for apparent shoulder discomfort during Bayern Munich training, according to tz. There is no diagnosis yet and the report does not say he will miss the Bundesliga opener against VfB Stuttgart.
Read story →TransfersKim Ye-geon has officially joined Red Star Belgrade on a five-year contract. The South Korean midfielder will wear No. 19, while the details of his move from Jeonbuk Hyundai have not been disclosed.
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