From around the league
Thursday, 13 August 2026
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![Wesley Fofana says he can take the blame at Chelsea, but not racism]()
Wesley Fofana says he can take the blame at Chelsea, but not racism
Wesley Fofana says he can handle criticism but not racism, while backing Chelsea's future as he returns to fitness and faces competition.
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![Enes Ünal leaves Bournemouth for Getafe on free transfer]()
Enes Ünal leaves Bournemouth for Getafe on free transfer
Bournemouth have confirmed Enes Ünal's move back to Getafe on a free transfer, with up to £1.3m in bonuses and a 20% sell-on.
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![Premier League shirt sponsors shift after the gambling ban]()
Premier League shirt sponsors shift after the gambling ban
BBC feature on how the Premier League's gambling shirt-sponsor ban is changing club shirt deals, with Chelsea still searching for a long-term
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![Tijjani Reijnders close to quick Manchester City exit]()
Tijjani Reijnders close to quick Manchester City exit
Tijjani Reijnders is close to leaving Manchester City for Al Qadsia in a deal worth just over £50m, with Milan set to benefit from a first-year sale clause.
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![James Maddison injury update eases Tottenham concern]()
James Maddison injury update eases Tottenham concern
James Maddison says he feels good and denies any injury recurrence, easing Tottenham’s pre-season concerns before the Hoffenheim double-header.
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![D. Mee says Croke Park felt really special after crucial penalty save]()
D. Mee says Croke Park felt really special after crucial penalty save
D. Mee said Croke Park’s atmosphere and his family in the crowd helped him make a crucial save as Manchester United beat Leeds on penalties.
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![Jeremy Doku signs new Manchester City deal with clear reasons for staying]()
Jeremy Doku signs new Manchester City deal with clear reasons for staying
Jeremy Doku has signed a new five-year Manchester City deal after saying he feels settled and is excited by Enzo Maresca's style.
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![Ben Davies joins FAW Council as governance reform widens]()
Ben Davies joins FAW Council as governance reform widens
Wales captain Ben Davies has joined the Football Association of Wales Council as one of eight new appointments in a governance reform push.
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![Wayne Rooney urges Harry Kane to choose Manchester United]()
Wayne Rooney urges Harry Kane to choose Manchester United
Wayne Rooney has urged Harry Kane to snub Barcelona and consider Manchester United, with Shearer’s 260-goal record part of the pitch.
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![Elliot Anderson says performances matter more than his £116 million fee]()
Elliot Anderson says performances matter more than his £116 million fee
Elliot Anderson says his £116 million Manchester City move is about performances, not pressure, before a likely debut against Arsenal.
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![Adam Wharton and Real Madrid's midfield search runs into Palace's price]()
Adam Wharton and Real Madrid's midfield search runs into Palace's price
Real Madrid are eyeing Adam Wharton after missing out on Rodri, but Crystal Palace's around €100 million valuation and contract until 2029 make it tough.
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![Sunderland second-season syndrome and the harder test after seventh place]()
Sunderland second-season syndrome and the harder test after seventh place
Sunderland's 54-point seventh-place finish came with a -6 goal difference and Europe brings at least eight extra matches in 2026-27.
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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![Arsenal transfer news: Arteta cannot promise more deals]()
Arsenal transfer news: Arteta cannot promise more deals
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are still actively looking for signings, but cannot promise more deals before the window closes.
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![Manchester United vs Leeds ends in Croke Park shootout]()
Manchester United vs Leeds ends in Croke Park shootout
Manchester United and Leeds drew 1-1 at Croke Park before United won a penalty shootout in front of more than 80,000, after a Bruno Fernandes miss and a
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![Bruno Fernandes future back under transfer scrutiny]()
Bruno Fernandes future back under transfer scrutiny
Bruno Fernandes is back in transfer focus as Juventus, AC Milan and Galatasaray circle, while Manchester United still have no new contract agreed.
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![Bruno Guimaraes settles fast on Arsenal debut]()
Bruno Guimaraes settles fast on Arsenal debut
Bruno Guimaraes made an encouraging Arsenal debut in the 1-1 draw with Como, with a recovery tackle, a chance for Havertz and a shootout penalty.
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![Aston Villa vs Paris Saint Germain: Emery shifts the pressure before the Super Cup]()
Aston Villa vs Paris Saint Germain: Emery shifts the pressure before the Super Cup
Emery has shifted pressure onto Paris Saint Germain before the UEFA Super Cup, while Luis Enrique admits PSG are short of preparation.
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![Bryan Mbeumo stands out as Manchester United edge Leeds in Dublin]()
Bryan Mbeumo stands out as Manchester United edge Leeds in Dublin
Bryan Mbeumo stood out as Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds before winning the shootout 5-4, despite Bruno Fernandes' miss.
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![Newcastle still need experience after Everton defeat]()
Newcastle still need experience after Everton defeat
Matthias Jaissle said Newcastle still have squad gaps after their 3-1 pre-season defeat by Everton, stressing the need for more experience before the
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![Cristian Romero set for Atletico Madrid move after Tottenham agreement]()
Cristian Romero set for Atletico Madrid move after Tottenham agreement
Cristian Romero is set for an Atletico Madrid move after Tottenham agreed a deal in principle worth £34.2m (€40m) plus add-ons.


















