Lazio are working to offload Petar Ratkov this summer, according to Sky Sport, via TuttoMercatoWeb. The Serbian striker's future at the club looks increasingly shaky as Dinamo Moscow and Southampton have both made contact over a permanent deal, and Red Star Belgrade has now joined the fray.
Wilco van Schaik, general director of NEC, has confirmed that he will miss the crucial Champions League play-off duel against Bodø/Glimt. This was revealed in an interview on the podcast De Bestuurskamer, where Van Schaik explained that he chose to visit a friend in Athens instead.
FC Lorient have confirmed the appointment of Marama Vahirua as the new coach of their U19 team, a move that brings the 46-year-old Tahitian back to the club where he played between 2007 and 2010.
Rudi Garcia is no longer the coach of the Belgian national team, with Mark van Bommel succeeding him. The Frenchman led Belgium to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, but the cooperation between Garcia and the Belgian Football Association ended after the tournament.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has completed his transfer to Barcelona, according to Voetbal International. The Spanish international has signed a contract with the Catalan club until mid-2030.
FairSquare, a non-profit organisation, has called on the FIFA to bar Gianni Infantino from seeking a new term as president, Voetbal International reports. The organisation cites FIFA's own rules, which state that a president can serve a maximum of three terms.
Palmeiras is facing doubts in the midfield ahead of their Conmebol Libertadores quarter-final tie against Cerro Porteño, according to Globo Esporte Futebol. The team's preparation for the game has been completed, with coach Abel Ferreira evaluating a potential change in the attack.
Memphis Depay is expected to extend his contract with Corinthians, according to Voetbal International. The report confirms that the Brazilian club is hopeful of finalising the necessary paperwork to register Depay's contract extension with the Brazilian Football Confederation.
Tjaronn Chery, captain of NEC, is preparing for the club's second Champions League adventure. He is looking forward to the play-offs of the prestigious competition.
Flamengo has taken the top spot in the Brasileirão attack rankings, according to Globo Esporte Futebol. The Rubro-Negro has scored 25 goals away from home, surpassing Palmeiras, which has scored 23 goals away from home.
The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced the referees for the opening weekend of Ligue 1, with Ruddy Buquet set to officiate the highly anticipated match between Olympique de Marseille and Strasbourg on Friday, 21 August, at 20h45 at the Vélodrome. This information comes from L'Équipe Football.
Everton chief executive officer has acknowledged the challenges the club faces in retaining top talent, despite performing well in the Premier League. The club's efforts to keep players like Iliman Ndiaye and re-sign Jack Grealish are being put to the test.