Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on the finances involved as Arsenal are set to complete the signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United. The protracted transfer saga of the Brazil is set to come to an end after an agreement was reached between both clubs.
According to a post on X, the transfer expert revealed that Arsenal will pay ÂŁ75 million for the 28-year-old midfielder. Personal terms are not expected to be a problem as an agreement has already been reached, and the midfielder will now complete his move to the Emirates Stadium.
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Arsenal have targeted Newcastle United captain Guimaraes for much of the summer, even sanctioning the sale of Christian Norgaard to create room for the Brazilian in their squad. Mikel Arteta‘s side will now get their man, with a number of other teams having also been credited with interest.
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Bruno Guimaraes only returned to pre-season training with Newcastle this week at La Manga in Spain, having enjoyed an extended break following the FIFA World Cup. He was one of the best midfielders at the tournament, providing four assists in five appearances for the Seleçao as they reached the Round of 16.
Guimaraes has been a long-time target for Arsenal, with the Gunners having watched him closely since before he joined Newcastle in 2022 from Olympique Lyon. He will be a quality addition to Arteta’s squad as they look to build on their success from the 2025-26 season.
Arsenal star targeted by Premier League rivals amid Guimaraes pursuit: Reports
Arsenal youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly is a target for Manchester United this summer, as per reports. The versatile teenager was forced to watch on from the sidelines for much of the 2025-26 season, following a breakout 2024-25 campaign.
According to The Independent, Manchester United are considering a move for the youngster to fill two key positions in their squad this summer. The Red Devils have been linked with a midfielder and a left-back, and Lewis-Skelly has featured prominently in both positions for his boyhood club.
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Myles Lewis-Skelly signed a contract until 2030 last summer and only played his way into Mikel Arteta’s plans in the closing weeks of the campaign, featuring in midfield. The imminent arrival of Bruno Guimaraes, however, complicates matters for the 19-year-old, and may lead him to consider a move away from the Emirates. He played for the Gunners in their first pre-season game last week, a 4-1 win over Spanish outfit Girona.
Former world title challenger Raven Chapman has received widespread support from across boxing after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain injury sustained following a sparring session in Denmark.
Chapman was placed in a medically induced coma on July 24. The procedure successfully stopped the bleeding, and the 32-year-old is continuing to receive treatment before being transferred to a hospital in the UK.
Messages of support have since poured in from across the boxing community. Promoter Frank Warren shared a link to the GoFundMe campaign set up to support Chapmanâs family, which has received donations from fellow fighters as well as promoters Eddie Hearn and Nakisa Bidarian. Former opponent Skye Nicolson urged the Brit to âkeep fightingâ as she continues her recovery.
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Chapmanâs management team released the following statement:
âOn Friday, July 24, Raven unexpectedly collapsed after a sparring session in Denmark. Emergency services were called immediately, and she was airlifted to a local hospital. She was diagnosed with a brain haematoma and cerebral oedema.
âRaven underwent emergency surgery immediately. The procedure successfully stopped the bleeding and helped stabilise the swelling. She was then placed in a medically induced coma. Over the past day, she has been taken off the sedatives and is continuing to receive treatment while awaiting medically supervised repatriation to a hospital in the UK, where her rehabilitation is expected to take some time.
âHer doctors are doing everything they can to support her recovery, and we remain hopeful as she continues to fight through this incredibly difficult time. Ravenâs family are in Denmark supporting her during this incredibly difficult time. We kindly ask that their privacy is respected.
âAt this stage, this is the only update we are able to provide. If there are any significant developments, we will share further information when it is appropriate to do so. Thank you for your continued support. Please keep Raven and her loved ones in your thoughts during this challenging time.â
Have your current golf shoes seen one too many rounds? If youâre ready for an upgrade, now is a great time to refresh your footwear with several exciting new releases hitting the market. From tour-proven performance models to sneaker-inspired designs youâll want to wear long after the final putt drops, todayâs golf shoes deliver more comfort, traction, and style than ever before.
We rounded up five of our favorite new releases that stand out for all the right reasons, whether youâre looking for peak performance, all-day versatility, or a pair that makes a statement.
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The Air Jordan 1 G brings one of the most legendary sneakers ever made to the golf course without sacrificing any of the great looks and comfort of the shoes made for the hard court. It stays true to the original â85 design with premium leather and classic color blocking, while adding golf-specific features like encapsulated Air cushioning, integrated traction, and a waterproof construction that keeps you comfortable on or off the golf course.
1 thing we really like: It looks almost identical to the iconic Air Jordan 1, so you get timeless sneaker style with the traction and comfort needed for golf.
AN â85 ICON REMADE FOR THE COURSE. Inspired by one of the most iconic sneakers of all time, the Air Jordan 1 G is an instant classic. With Air in the heel, a Jumpman on the insole and an integrated traction pattern, it recreates the look of the low-cut originalâbut gives you everything you need to play 18 holes in comfort. Stitch-for-Stitch Construction Genuine leather and bold color-blocking recreate the classic look. Air Cushioning Encapsulated Air in the heel cushions every step. Heritage Traction Based on the design of the original outsole, the integrated traction pattern includes a forefoot pivot circle. 2 sets of laces lets you personalize your look. 1-year waterproof warranty
Also from Nike, the Jordan Grind blends classic Jordan-inspired style with a modern silhouette in a versatile spikeless design. Comes with a water-resistant synthetic leather upper that keeps the shoes looking fresh, while responsive Air Zoom cushioning in the forefoot delivers comfort and energy return throughout your round. Finished with a durable rubber outsole, they happen to look great off the course and can be worn all day if you want.
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1 thing we really like: The Air Zoom cushioning. It gives the Grind a noticeably springier and more responsive feel.
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When you want to channel His Airness on the green, go for the Grind. The water-resistant synthetic leather upper wipes clean with ease. An Air Zoom unit in the forefoot helps provide comfortable cushioning for every swing and step. Snappy and responsive, Air Zoom cushioning helps provide a quick-off-the-ground sensation. Spikeless rubber outsole adds durable traction for all-day wear.
A third new release from the Swoosh, the Nike Victory Pro 4 Major Edition combines tour-level performance with a special design inspired by golfâs oldest major championship. Metallic finishes and Art Deco details give it a premium, collectible look, while Nikeâs new Fly Wing technology, Dynamic Fit system, and nine-spike outsole provide the stability, traction, and comfort needed to swing with confidence in any conditions.
1 thing we really like: That amazing metallic sole!
You wonât have to compete in wet, windy conditions to win this prize. Metallic finishes and Art Deco-inspired detailing connect this Victory Pro 4 to golfâs oldest major. Using insights from greats who go all-out, we created an all-new Fly Wing, which helps you push off in your downswing for optimal speed and maintain stability through your finish. Itâs made to help you stay on top of the platform as you go for the green. Nine-spike traction pattern gives you optimal grip when the weather gets dicey. Supple synthetic leather is soft to the touch and offers a consistent fit. Metallic-silver blocking adds a touch of the Art Deco detailing seen at this yearâs host site. Chrome plating on the outsole shines bright like a trophy with every step and swing. The Fly Wing acts as sort of a wall to push off when generating swing speed. It connects the midsole to the upper for optimal lateral stability. The Cushlon foam midsole provides the right level of comfort and stability. Our Dynamic Fit system offers customizable firmness on both sides of your foot to help keep you on top of the platform. Listening to our athletesâ feedback, we came up with a new frame for a better fit and shape compared to the Victory Pro 3. The internal foam collar offers sneaker-like comfort. Details Low-cut collar Classic laces
The Todd Snyder x FootJoy Premiere Series Marquis blends premium craftsmanship with elevated style in one of the yearâs most exclusive golf shoe releases. Inspired by the coastal scenery of Southampton and designed in collaboration with renowned menswear designer Todd Snyder, The Marquis pairs hand-selected full-grain leather with FootJoyâs proven performance technologies for a shoe thatâs equally at home on championship fairways and in the clubhouse.
1 thing we really like: Beautiful golf shoes donât need to be uncomfortable. These have much of the same comforts found in a modern shoe, hidden in arguably the best-looking shoe of the year.
Todd Snyder X FootJoy â LEGENDS SERIES II OF IIIââ The story continues in our latest collaboration with Todd Snyder.ââ Weâve joined forces once again with Americaâs leading menswear designer for the second drop of this yearâs Legends Series. These limited edition Premiere Series are inspired by Toddâs signature style and all the forms it takes â from the streets of Manhattan to summers in the Hamptons.ââ Design inspiration comes from the seaside landscape of Southampton, representing the cresting waves, sea, and sand that paint the backdrop of this yearâs U.S. Open Championship. â The Packard â: Inspired by then. Supercharged for now. â A limited edition take on the #1 Shoe on Tour. Overview: â Hand-Selected, Premium Full Grain Leatherâ Premiere EVA Midsole Delivers Firm, Performance Cushioningâ Secure, Contoured Comfort from the OrthoLiteÂź TruFit Tongue Systemâ Soft Detailed Leather Linings for Improved Comfortâ ARCTrax Outsole Technology with Renewable Pulsar LP Cleats by SoftSpikesÂźâ All-Day Underfoot Comfort from an OrthoLiteÂź EcoPlush FitBedÂź
If Goatlane is a new brand to you, just give it some time. These premium golf sneakers are designed for golfers who want one shoe that performs on the course and looks just as good afterward. Handmade in Portugal from full-grain calf leather, they combine timeless styling with modern comfort, water resistance, and excellent traction. The result is a versatile golf sneaker thatâs built to handle 18 holes and/or a night on the town.
1 thing we really like: Premium craftsmanship in a clean, sneaker-inspired design.
A New Era of Golf Sneakers â For the Course and Beyond The perfect fusion of performance and style, these sneakers deliver unmatched comfort, superior grip, and a sleek, versatile look. Whether youâre on the course, at the clubhouse, or in the city, they transition effortlessly with confidence and ease. These sneakers blend heritage golf aesthetics with modern innovation. Handmade in Portugal from premium leather, they offer exceptional durability, a luxurious feel, and expert craftsmanship. Engineered for stability, flexibility, and long-lasting performance, they provide all-day comfort to keep you at your bestâon and off the course. From tee-off to city streets, the Premium Golf Sneaker is built for those who demand precision, style, and excellence. FEATURES Water-Resistant â Keeps feet dry and comfortable. Superior Grip & Stability â 4mm rubber nubs for maximum traction. Premium Leather â Luxurious, durable, and built to last. All-Day Comfort â Multi-layered padding and arch support. Handmade in Portugal â Expert craftsmanship for lasting quality. Bonus Extras: Recycled Polyester Branded Dustbag â For travel and protection. Extra Set of Laces. SIZE & FEEL Regular Fit â Wide forefoot for natural movement. Removable Cushioned Footbed â Customizable comfort. Anti-Slip Heel â Secure, stable fit. Fit: Normal in size â we recommend choosing your usual size. See our size guide for the perfect fit. Material: Upper Unit: Full grain Calf leather from Portugal Midsole: Cushioned Foam Outsole: Rubber â 20% recycable â Sole has been stitched and glued for durability â 100 % recycled polyester lining Made in: Portugal Our packing is FSC Certified. SNEAKER CARE Easy Maintenance: Wipe gently with a damp cloth when needed. Avoid machine wash â hand cleaning preserves quality. Apply a water-repellent spray regularly to protect against stains. Let air dry naturally, away from direct heat or sunlight. Store in a cool, dry place. Use shoe trees to maintain the shape. Leather care: Condition occasionally to keep the leather soft and supple. Buff lightly with a soft cloth to restore shine.
The new-look Pac-12 kicks off its inaugural season this fall with eight football members.
Five of them hail from the Mountain West, with Oregon State and Washington State the only legacy holdovers, and Texas State added from the Sun Belt.
Boise State was chosen as the unanimous favorite in a preseason media poll organized by the Denver Gazette, followed by San Diego State.
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My predictions differ, with a surprise pick behind the Broncos.
Preseason guesses aside, the reborn league figures to generate plenty of excitement each week and is a favorite to produce a Playoff team from among the Group of Six conferences.
Here is my predicted order of finish and projected win-loss record for each school.
1. Boise State
Boise State is the best team entering the new conference. Not surprisingly, Athlon Sports selected 20 Broncos to its all-Pac-12 teams.
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One player the publication left off the First Teamâreturning quarterback Maddux Madsenâhas a ton of experience as a signal-caller. His presence should prove vital this season after the Broncos lost most of their top receivers.
However, Boise State returns the two top backs in the conference in Sire Gaines and Dylan Riley.
The offensive line will likely be a plus as well; Roger Carreon is a first-teamer, and Jason Steele and Daylon Metoyer are stellar. If this group can find a solid left tackle, they should be able to outgun most units in the Pac-12.
Sire Gaines | Chris OâMeara/AP
This 2026 squad features a vicious defensive end combination led by Jayden Virgin-Morgan and Max Stege. This duo will likely be able to control the tempo of most of their matchups, except Oregon.
Everyone else should prove decent enough to replace what they lost, but theyâll need to find an answer at safety with Ty Benefield gone. The key for this unit is playing better against elite teams.
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If the Broncos rectify that, they could find themselves in the College Football Playoff.
Projected W-L Record:10-2
2. Washington State
Washington State is a huge X-factor in the Pac-12 this year. The Cougars have the type of team that could finish second, but they could also find themselves near the bottom of the conference.
With new Head Coach Kirby Moore, the offense is expected to improve quickly. But this is all dependent on the play of quarterback Caden Pinnick, who was a proven stud at UC Davis, throwing for 3,206 yards, 32 touchdowns, and ten interceptions.
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Pinnick also added 437 yards on the ground. Heâll be complemented in the run game by the return of Kirby Vorhees and Leo Pulalasi in the backfield.
At receiver, Tony Freeman is a good playmaker, but the Cougars also have a couple of notable transfers in Darrius Clemons and Tank Hawkins.
Kirby Vorhees | The Seattle Times
The offensive line features Ashton Tripp, who will be protecting Pinnickâs blind side. And the group in its entirety has the potential to be one of the better units in the Pac-12.
Defensively, WSU is making ramen from scratch. The Cougs lost the majority of their defense to Iowa State with Jimmy Rogers. Some of the bigger losses are Isaac Terrell and Parker McKenna.
New Defensive Coordinator Trent Bray looks to retool a unit that proved sneaky good a year ago.
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Projected W-L Record:8-4
3. San Diego State
San Diego State made no sense last season, but they were still sick. Sean Lewisâ Aztec FAST moniker proved to be the opposite of his teamâs identity.
The offense struggled, ranking 78th in the nation in points scored per game, but this unit should take a huge step forward this year.
The Aztecs return Jayden Denegal at quarterback, Lucky Sutton at halfback, and they get a bunch of receivers back from injury. They also return Jordan Napier at wide receiver.
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There are a lot of question marks on the offensive line, but this unit has enough talent to compensate if they underwhelm. The West Coast will get to see what a Lewis system looks like.
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On defense, however, SDSU has to replace everyone except Dalesean Staley, who may just have to limit big plays this year, and heâs still a stud.
The Aztecs lost 12 out of their top 14 tacklers, a First-Round draft pick in corner Chris Johnson, and probably a future First-Rounder in defensive end Trey White.
While the defense proved phenomenal in 2025, itâs time for the offense to boss up. This team feels like itâs close to the top, but not quite there yet.
If the defense comes to play, theyâll find themselves in the Pac-12 Championship.
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Projected W-L Record:7-5
4. Fresno State
Fresno State should be good, but they might lack the explosiveness needed to win the conference.
Matt Entz is a winner and knows exactly how he likes to build his roster. He won nine games his first season with the Bulldogs, and two National Titles at the FBS level.
Fresno State features arguably the best halfback duo in the Pac: Rayshon Luke and Bryson Donelson are deadly. But the rest of the offense needs to gel together quickly.
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Khristian Martin is new at quarterback, and he lacks proven receivers. The Bulldogs will also need to replace key parts of the offensive line. But even if the line just holds together, this unit should be in the top half of the conference.
Rayshon Luke | The Fresno Bee
Flipping the page, the defensive front seven will probably decimate most teams in the Pac-12. If defensive ends Micah Mosley or Maverick Noonan can make an impact, it will be sticky to run against them.
FS also needs to replace two corners, though they did get a solid safety in the portal in Simeon Harris. The unit ranked second in the nation a year ago, only allowing 153.8 yards per game. They will likely regress, but will still be decent.
If the Bulldogs add some flash alongside Luke, they might be in the upper echelon of this league.
Projected W-L Record:7-5
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5. Texas State
Texas State is a team that belongs in this conference right now. Did the Bobcats play a weaker schedule in the Sun Belt? Yes, but so did a lot of the former Mountain West schools.
TXST might have a top-three offense in this conference. Brad Jackson is a legit dual-threat quarterback, and they feature two standout receivers in Beau Sparks and Chris Dawn Jr. They also added Davian Jackson, who brings speed to the group.
The Bobcats lost pretty much all of their running backs, including their RB coach. But Mike Leach doesnât need to run. Texas State will need to rely heavily on its offensive line to throw the majority of the time. This unit is the key to their team.
Brad Jackson | Texas State Athletics
Defensively, theyâre likely to struggle after ranking 95th in the nation in points allowed per game in 2025. They do have a few playmakers, thoughâDonTerry Russell had 4.5 sacks a year ago, and Ryan Nolan should be able to clean up the big plays at safety.
The Bobcats are likely to fall off at defensive tackle, however, as they lost their top two tackles to Power Four schools.
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Regardless, this team will go as far as its offense takes them, and will need to win a few shootouts to make a bowl game.
Projected W-L Record:5-7
6. Colorado State
Colorado State benefits from a light schedule to open their campaign. If the Rams were to jump out to a 3-1 start, Jim Mora could get them to a bowl in his first year.
The key for CSU is simple: Whoever plays signal-caller needs to perform well. Hauss Hejny is the more explosive player, but Mora may feel more comfortable with Kâsann Farrar.
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This much certain: QB1 will have proven halfbacks in Mel Brown and Durell Robinson in his corner.
The Rams also landed UConn transfer Juice Vereen, who could be a standout at tight end. They will also field a talented receiving core with returner Tommy Maher and two transfers from Power Four schools.
Tommy Maher | CSU Athletics
If the offensive line holds together, this unit could surprise some teams.
Even though the Rams lost Owen Long to Arizona State, they may have enough collective talent to improve defensively.
Getting a consistent pass rush will be key, with CSU having enough pieces in the back seven to prove troublesome. Oumar Diomande is a solid transfer linebacker, and the secondary did a good job of re-tooling in the portal.
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Were the Rams to steal one or two games in the Pac-12, they could easily find themselves bowling.
Projected W-L Record:5-7
7. Oregon State
JaMarcus Shephard could be in for a tough rebuild, but thereâs a silver lining. As miserable as Oregon Stateâs record looked a year ago, flipping a few heartbreakers could have changed that.
The key to turning things around quickly will be improved play from Maalik Murphy. He struggled in 2025, but heâs still the player who led Duke to nine wins. Unfortunately, the Beavers lost basically everything around him.
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However, thanks to Shephardâs tutelage as a WR coach, OSU brought in a slew of receivers from the portal. It wonât matter much, though, if Murphy doesnât shine. If he doesnât bounce back, Braden Atkinson figures to get an opportunity.
Maalik Murphy | Annie Rice/AP
Defensively, the Beavers need to find stability on the line. They lost two notable players in Thomas Collins and JoJo Johnson, but got a nice holdover at defensive tackle in Tevita Pomeâe.
Aiden Sullivan, a nice returner at linebacker, finished with 72 tackles and three forced fumbles in 2025. Mike MacIntyre is extremely experienced in the football world and has much to contribute as the Beavsâ new defensive coordinator.
The coaching staff is solid all around, and we arenât likely to see as many mistakes in special teams and in late-game scenarios. But due to weaknesses on both sides of the line, the rebuild wonât be speedy.
Projected W-L Record:5-7
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8. Utah State
Bronco Mendenhall will have to pull something off this year. Utah State lost quarterback Bryson Barnes, who did everything for the Aggies a season ago.
The hope is that McCae Hillstead can fill the void. He has some experience, but will it be enough? Hillstead will be asked to carry the offense immediately, and heâll need to do just that.
Javen Jacobs, a great pass catcher out of the backfield who ran for 429 yards, caught for 379, and had eight combined touchdowns in 2025, will provide support.
The biggest concerns for USU are unproven wideouts and the tackle positions on the offensive line. The Aggies will need someone to complement Hillstead and Jacobs.
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McCae Hillstead | Utah State Athletics
Flipping the mountain, Utah State has returners on defense, but historically, Mendenhallâs squads have struggled on that end of the field.
Brevin Hamblin is a legit safety, and heâll have two returning corners around him. Bronson Olevao Jr., a star in his own right at linebacker, can do a bit of everything. USU also returns two players on the defensive line in Carson Tujague and Tyree Morris.
The Aggies have enough returning production to be good on defense, but the on-field results remain to be seen.
The team is talented, but with a brutal schedule, things could get ugly.
Projected W-L Record:4-8
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đšâȘïž BREAKING | RB Leipzig and Real Madrid are now in the final stages of completing Yan Diomande’s transfer.
EXCL DET | The total package, including bonuses, is expected to be worth between âŹ130m and âŹ140m. The final structure is currently being discussed.
No final green light for medical yet.
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Plettenberg also reported that the attacker reported to RB Leipzig camp today as well after dealing with an illness:
đšâ°ïž Yan Diomande has arrived at RB Leipzig’s training camp in Austria.
Diomande is fully fit again after recovering from his infection.
Negotiations with Real Madrid are not in danger. They remain advanced, with the total package expected to significantly exceed âŹ120m.
Diomande has not yet been given the green light to undergo his medical with Real. Saga not over yet.
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Plettenberg’sc olleague, Philipp Hinze also had details on the situation:
đŽ RB Leipzig and Real Madrid are currently finalizing the deal for Yan Diomande. The final transfer fee, including bonuses, is expected to be between âŹ130m and âŹ140m. The deal is close to being completed. The final structure is being discussed, after which it will become the biggest sale in RB Leipzig’s history. There is no final green light yet, but it’s very close. @SkySportDE @Plettigoal
đŽ Yan Diomande is fit again and will continue fulfilling his duties with RB Leipzig until the deal with Real Madrid is finalized. As RB Leipzig announced, once Diomande has fully recovered, he will join the team at its training camp. He arrived in Austria this morning. @SkySportDE
While that philosophy can land financial windfalls like this, it has not helped RB Leipzig get closer to Bayern Munich in the league’s hierarchy.
For Real Madrid, this gives the new blood inthe attack. After realizing Bayern Munich was not going to sell Michael Olise, Real had to act quickly on its next target and ultimately landed on RB Leipzig’s talented 19-year-old, whose professional world is apparently about to undergo a massive change.
Former Liverpool star Mohamed Salah arrived in Istanbul on Wednesday to complete his move to Turkish club Trabzonspor after leaving the Premier League giants at the end of his contract. “Salah mode: ON,” Trabzonspor posted on social media alongside photos of the 34-year-old Egyptian aboard a private jet wearing the team’s blue and maroon home shirt. The club from Turkey’s northeast announced on Tuesday that they had begun “negotiations” with Salah, who left Liverpool after nine seasons and as many trophies with the Reds.
He landed at around 0900 GMT in Istanbul, where he was greeted by hundreds of ecstatic supporters, AFP journalists reported.
“I’m here straight after my night shift, and now for Mohamed Salah, I am ready to spend another sleepless night,” Trabzonspor supporter Abdul Kerim Yervan told AFP.
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Salah is due to undergo a medical on Wednesday in Istanbul before flying to Trabzon later in the day.
The right winger, who is set to sign a two-season contract with an option for a third, will earn 17 million euros ($19.6 million) a year, according to several Turkish media outlets.
Salah netted 257 goals for Liverpool in 442 appearances in all competitions, making him the third top goalscorer in the club’s history.
He also scored 193 Premier League goals, 191 of them for the Reds, putting him fourth in the all-time list behind English trio Alan Shearer, Harry Kane and Wayne Rooney.
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Salah was far from his best in a struggling Liverpool team last term, scoring only seven times in the league.
He last played at the World Cup, helping Egypt reach the last 16 for the first time since 1934 before they blew a two-goal lead to suffer an agonising loss to eventual runners-up Argentina.
Salah had also been linked with Trabzonspor’s Super Lig rivals Besiktas.
Trabzonspor finished third in the Turkish top flight last season, nine points clear of Besiktas, to qualify for the Europa League play-off round.
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Salah has scored 66 goals in 119 international appearances for Egypt and is one of the most successful African players in history.
(This story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has revealed that his side will not play any practice matches before the 2027 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India, opting instead for an extended training camp tailored to Indian conditions.
The five-Test series, scheduled from January 21 to March 3, 2027, marks the first time the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India will be played over five matches after 57 years. The visitors have not won a Test series on Indian soil since the 2004-05 season.
No practice matches before India tour
Speaking to cricket.com.au about Australia’s preparations, McDonald said the team already has sufficient cricket before arriving in India, making traditional tour games unnecessary.
“We feel as though we’ve got enough time to immerse ourselves in those conditions. We won’t be taking on a practice game. It’ll just be more around the location. We’ve got a couple of options there. We have gone to the UAE previously and we have also gone into India last time into Bangalore, so we’re just working through what that would look like in terms of how we then manage the individuals, ” McDonald said.
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Preparations to begin after New Zealand series
Before travelling to India, Australia will play a four-Test home series against New Zealand. McDonald indicated that the squad for India may differ from the one that finishes that series, with selection likely to be based on the specific demands of Indian conditions.
“A lot of that would happen on the back of the four Tests against New Zealand, seeing where players are at. We’ll potentially have some different players with different skill sets that we believe can perform in India, so it won’t necessarily be the squad that finishes the Test series (against NZ that then heads to India). There’ll be some players that we need to put a little bit more prep into, and that’ll start in Australia also, balancing out Big Bash commitments and things like that, ” he added.
Focus on replicating Indian conditions
McDonald stressed that Australia’s priority is identifying a training base capable of replicating the pitches, weather and overall environment expected during the series opener.
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“Ultimately, if you can have a dedicated venue that you’re able to use and replicate as close to the conditions that you believe you may get in the first Test match or throughout a Test series, that’s ideally what you want. You case those locations â you want a connection in terms of conditions and climate. We believe we’ll get that right in terms of where we go, it just hasn’t been confirmed yet, ” Head Coach said.
Australia have previously held pre-tour camps in the UAE and Bengaluru before touring India, and a similar strategy remains under consideration.
SAN FRANCISCO â Janelle Salaun scored 21 points, Kayla Thornton hit two quick 3-pointers and two more early in the second half on the way to 20 points, and the Golden State Valkyries held off the Toronto Tempo for a second straight game, 92-82 on Tuesday night.
Veronica Burton contributed 12 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for Golden State in the second straight matchup of the teams at sold-out Chase Center after the Valkyries beat the Tempo 96-79 on Sunday night.
Thornton took an elbow from Aneesah Morrow to her throat area with 4:27 remaining in the third quarter that was ruled a Flagrant 1 upon replay review.
Morrow made her debut with Toronto after being acquired in a trade with the Connecticut Sun on Friday. She entered with 4:57 left in the first quarter and hit a 3 about a minute later for the first of her eight points to go with five rebounds.
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Nyara Sabally scored 22 points and Maria Conde had 17 points and six rebounds for the Tempo, who welcomed back leading scorer Marina Mabrey after she sat out Sunday with a neck injury. Mabrey scored 12 points on 4-for-10 shooting over 35 minutes in Toronto’s seventh straight loss and 11th in 12.
Salaun shot 8 for 12 with four 3-pointers to give her 61 points over the three meetings with the Tempo.
Gabby Williams missed her initial three shots before making a layup with 5:24 left in the first half and finished with 10 points and seven rebounds.
Toronto made 13 of its first 22 shots â going 8 for 14 from 3-point range â to take a 38-25 lead midway through the second quarter. But the Valkyries ended the half on a 16-4 run to pull within 42-41 at the break.
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Toronto plays the Fire in Chicago on Thursday night, while the Valkyries play at Dallas on Friday night.
Aug 4, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Dansby Swanson went 3-for-4 with a homer and a double for the Chicago Cubs in a 5-1 win against the visiting Dodgers on Tuesday, helping spoil the Los Angeles debut of left-hander Tarik Skubal.
Nico Hoerner singled and homered while Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed two hits, an RBI and a run for the Cubs, who won the opener of the three-game series 10-5 on Monday. Starter Javier Assad gave up one run and four hits in 5 2/3 innings. He struck out three and walked two. Ryan Rolison (6-1) retired all three batters he faced.
Skubal (7-6), the reigning two-time AL Cy Young Award winner who was acquired from the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, pitched six innings and allowed two runs on four hits. He walked two and struck out six. Kyle Tucker homered for the Dodgers, who have lost a season-high five in a row.
The Cubs. who won for the eighth time in 12 games, got a perfect eighth from reliever
Ryan Zeferjahn in his Cubs debut, a day after he was acquired in a trade with the Los Angeles Angels.
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Brewers 4, Pirates 2
Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn homered to lead host Milwaukee to a win over Pittsburgh.
Chourio went 3-for-4 with two RBIs for the Brewers, who reached 70 wins faster than any season in franchise history. The Brewers also became the first major league team to record 70 wins this year. Milwaukee starter Logan Henderson (6-1) gave up two runs and four hits in six innings.
Jacob Gonzalez and Endy Rodriguez homered for the Pirates, who had won two of their previous three. Pittsburgh starter Jared Jones (2-3) allowed three runs and eight hits in four innings.
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Orioles 3, Angels 1
Cade Povich pitched six shutout innings in his first major league game in nearly three months as Baltimore topped visiting Los Angeles in the series opener.
Pinch hitter Tyler O’Neill homered and Pete Alonso delivered a two-run single for the Orioles, who had been shutout victims in their two previous games and won despite collecting only four hits. Povich limited the Angels to seven hits while striking out seven.
It was a strong homecoming for Angels starter Grayson Rodriguez, but he was saddled with the loss despite logging seven innings. The right-hander, a former highly regarded Orioles prospect, gave up two runs and three hits while striking out six. Vaughn Grissom had the lone RBI for the Angels.
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Braves 4, Marlins 2
Ozzie Albies and Austin Riley each hit a home run and Grant Holmes threw six-plus scoreless innings to help Atlanta beat visiting Miami for its sixth straight victory.
Riley and Matt Olson had two hits apiece for the Braves. Olson played in his 895th consecutive game, tying Stan Musial for the eighth-longest streak in history. Holmes (7-4) allowed five hits.
Miami starter Ryan Gusto (0-3) tossed a season-high six innings and yielded one run on five hits. Leo Jimenez hit a two-run single in the ninth inning.
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Red Sox 14, White Sox 2
Boston scored six runs in both the first and sixth innings en route to a win over visiting Chicago.
Seven Boston batters logged multi-hit games highlighted by Wilyer Abreu cracking two long homers, Caleb Durbin punctuating the opening frame with a grand slam and Willson Contreras recording RBI singles and scoring in both big innings. Jarren Duran also went deep and left-handed starter Patrick Sandoval (1-0) pitched five-plus innings for the Red Sox, who have won six straight and 15 of 18 since the All-Star break.
Chicago starter Davis Martin (9-6) allowed a career-high nine runs on 10 hits across five innings.
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Mets 6, Guardians 2
Luis Torrens belted a three-run homer and drove in four runs while Bo Bichette and Carson Benge added solo shots as visiting New York handed Cleveland its ninth loss in 12 games.
New York starter Sean Manaea (3-5) beat Cleveland for the first time in nine years, working six innings and giving up two runs on seven hits. The left-hander struck out seven and matched his career high with five walks.
The Mets, who began a nine-game road trip, had dropped six straight to the Guardians. Their previous win in the series occurred on May 21, 2023. New York hadn’t won a game in Cleveland since April 17, 2016.
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Phillies 5, Nationals 0
Jesus Luzardo pitched eight scoreless innings and Luis Arraez enjoyed a successful Phillies debut Tuesday in Philadelphia’s 5-0 victory over visiting Washington.
Arraez, acquired in a trade with the San Francisco Giants on Monday, went 2-for-4 with two RBIs and a run out of the cleanup spot. Trea Turner added three hits and scored twice for Philadelphia, which has won four games in a row following a stretch of eight losses in nine games.
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The Nationals managed only four hits and two walks against Luzardo (10-5), who struck out seven in a 98-pitch effort. Washington right-hander Zack Littell came on midway through the first inning and allowed four runs and seven hits in 6 2/3 frames. He walked one and struck out two.
Yankees 2, Cardinals 0
George Lombard Jr. hit his first career home run in his major league debut, Ryan Weathers pitched six strong innings and host New York topped St. Louis to win for the 10th time in 16 games.
Lombard started at shortstop and batted eighth after the Yankees called him up from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 21-year-old became the first Yankee to homer in his debut since Jasson Dominguez on Sept. 1, 2023.
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Hunter Dobbins (2-2) took the loss after allowing two runs on four hits in 6 1/3 innings. The right-hander struck out four and walked three. Nelson Velazquez had a double for the Cardinals’ only extra-bases hit.
Astros 7, Blue Jays 2
Taylor Trammell clubbed a three-run homer, Hayden Wesneski delivered a quality start and Houston evened its three-game series against Toronto.
The Astros were victorious for the 12th time in 14 games behind Wesneski (2-0) and a four-run fifth inning, a midgame rally that enabled Wesneski to record his second win in as many starts after missing the previous 14 months following Tommy John surgery. He allowed two runs on four hits in six innings. Jose Atuve had three hits and two RBIs.
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Myles Straw, who doubled in the third, was the lone baserunner to reach scoring position against Wesneski until he produced an RBI triple that plated Andres Gimenez with one out in the fifth. Wesneski uncorked a wild pitch that scored Straw to tie it.
Reds 5, Athletics 4
Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart scored on a pair of wild pitches in the eighth inning to help Cincinnati rally past the visiting Athletics in the opener of a three-game series.
For the Athletics, who lost their sixth straight and their 22nd in 26 games, Hogan Harris (3-1) walked De La Cruz and Stewart to begin the eighth. It appeared the Athletics would escape with two outs, but a sacrifice fly sent De La Cruz to third and Stewart advanced a critical 90 feet when Harris, backing up third base, didn’t throw to second.
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Julian Garcia (2-2) pitched a perfect eighth, while Emilio Pagan tossed a scoreless ninth for his 12th save in 15 opportunities. Brady Singer went six solid innings, giving the Reds another quality start, his sixth since June 1. He allowed three runs on five hits over six innings.
Rays 9, Rockies 7 (11 innings)
Liam Hicks hit a grand slam in his Tampa Bay debut and Ben Williamson scored the tiebreaking run on an 11th-inning wild pitch as the Rays beat Colorado in Denver.
Junior Caminero drove in an insurance run in the 11th with his second hit of the game for Tampa Bay, which earned its fifth win in seven games. Garrett Cleavinger (4-3) retired both batters he faced in the 10th inning. Bryan Baker recorded a 1-2-3 bottom of the 11th for his 32nd save.
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Mickey Moniak and Willi Castro homered, Jake McCarthy had three hits and Ezequiel Tovar added two hits for the Rockies. Reliever Nick Frasso (0-1) lost in his major league debut.
Royals 8, Twins 2
Bobby Witt Jr. returned from the injured list with three hits and two RBIs, and Randy Dobnak continued his Kansas City success by allowing one run over five innings to beat visiting Minnesota.
Out since July 20 with low-back tightness, Witt didn’t miss a beat, highlighted by his two-RBI double during a three-run fifth for the Royals, who snapped a four-game losing streak. Jac Caglianone and Kyle Isbel each posted two hits with an RBI and Starling Marte added a two-run double in the eighth.
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Ex-Twin Dobnak (2-0) allowed three hits and three walks, but only a fourth-inning run. In six outings for the Royals, including four starts, since making his 2026 debut, the right-hander owns a 1.16 ERA. Twins ace Joe Ryan (6-8) yielded five runs (four earned) plus seven hits over 5 1/3 innings. He’s yielded 16 earned runs over 15 1/3 innings.
Tigers 8, Mariners 0
Troy Melton pitched seven scoreless innings as Detroit defeated host Seattle.
Riley Greene, Gleyber Torres and Dillon Dingler homered for the Tigers, who won their fourth game in a row and fifth out of six. Melton (7-1) allowed just three singles.
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Emerson Hancock (6-6) went six innings and allowed four runs (three earned) on eight hits for the Mariners, whose two game-winning streak ended.
Padres 9, Diamondbacks 4
Manny Machado had three hits and drove in four runs, Randy Vasquez pitched six scoreless innings, and San Diego beat Arizona in Phoenix.
Jackson Merrill had three hits, two RBIs and two runs for the Padres, who jumped to a 6-0 lead after two innings off Eduardo Rodriguez (10-4). The gap grew to 8-0 in the seventh inning before the D-backs scored. Vasquez (7-6) gave up two singles in six innings for his first victory since June 13.
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Arizona’s Nolan Arenado and James McCann hit two-run homers off German Marquez in the seventh to close the deficit to 8-4 before Jake Cronenworth had a run-scoring single in the ninth.
Nottingham Forest eye Tijjani Reijnders, Tottenham want Savinho and Nicolas Jackson, Real Madrid resume Vinicius Jr contract talks and Chelsea close in on Pep Chavarria.
United States striker Folarin Balogun, 25, has been offered to Tottenhamvia intermediaries, with the former Arsenalforward’s future at Monaco uncertain. (Sun, external)
Spurs are in contact with Manchester City about Brazil winger Savinho, 22, while they are also interested in Liverpooland Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo, 27, and Eintracht Frankfurt’s French attacking midfielder Jean-Matteo Bahoya, 21. (Athletic – subscription required, external)
Real Madrid are set to resume contract talks with Vinicius Jr’s representatives this week but the club are not prepared to increase their most recent offer to the 26-year-old Brazil winger, who is linked with Arsenal. (ESPN, external)
Chelseaare close to finalising a deal with Rayo Vallecano for 28-year-old Spanish left-back Pep Chavarria, who has agreed personal terms with the Premier League side. (Athletic – subscription required, external)
Tottenhamare interested inChelseastriker Nicolas Jackson but are yet to make a formal approach for the 25-year-old Senegal international, who is valued at ÂŁ65m by the Blues. (Mail, external)
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Chelseaare eyeing a move for 26-year-old Porto and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who was previously linked with Manchester United and has a 60m euro (ÂŁ51m) release clause. (Mirror, external)
Jul 22, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Eric Lauer (33) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
The rotation for the Los Angeles Dodgers could be a revolving door through the remainder of the regular season.
How long veteran left-hander Eric Lauer can maintain his spot is one of the key question marks.
Lauer will get his next opportunity to audition for a longer-term starting role when he takes the mound on Wednesday afternoon in the finale of the three-game series against the host Chicago Cubs.
It’s a big game for Los Angeles, which has lost a season-high five in a row.
“I don’t know the answer of what’s got to give, but we’ve got to find a way to win a ballgame,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said following a 5-1 loss to the Cubs on Tuesday night.
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After the Dodgers acquired reigning two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, Lauer and outfielder Alex Call were rumored to be on the trading block heading into Monday’s deadline, but neither left town.
Lauer (6-5, 4.50 ERA) definitely helped his cause since he was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays on May 17 for cash considerations, going 5-0 with a 2.96 ERA in his first nine appearances with the Dodgers, including eight starts.
“I really give our front office a lot of credit, just kind of talking to those guys consistently and getting a grasp on their wishes,” Roberts said following Monday’s trade deadline.
Even though he wasn’t traded, it was still possible Lauer would be redirected to the bullpen, but after Emmet Sheehan struggled through another poor outing in an 8-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, he was demoted to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
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Justin Wrobleski, who had an All-Star first half, then raised red flags when he gave up four home runs for the second straight start in a 10-5 loss to the Cubs on Monday.
The Dodgers have reinforcements on the way, however.
Another two-time Cy Young Award winner, left-hander Blake Snell, made his final rehab start on Tuesday with Oklahoma City following surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow. In 3 2/3 innings, he allowed three runs, five hits — including two home runs — walked four and struck out three over 73 pitches.
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Tyler Glasnow, another key piece of the rotation, had his first rehab assignment on Tuesday in his return from a back injury. Pitching for Class-A Ontario, he threw 16 pitches in two scoreless innings, allowing one hit and striking out one.
In the meantime, the Dodgers will rely on Lauer, who has made 10 appearances against the Cubs in his career, including nine starts, and is 3-2 with a 5.67 ERA.
Right-hander Shota Imanaga is scheduled to start for the Cubs, who are 11-7 since the All-Star break and haven’t lost back-to-back games in that span.
Chicago’s win on Tuesday maintained its four-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies for the first wild card in the NL.
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Imanaga (7-9, 3.67) had a 1.53 ERA in five starts in July, but went just 2-3.
He allowed two runs and four hits in 6 2/3 innings last Friday against the New York Yankees, but took the loss in a 2-0 defeat. Imanaga did not allow a run in his previous two outings covering 13 innings.
“He’s been fantastic,” Cubs outfielder Ian Happ said of Imanaga. “It’s been fun to watch. Not enough run support for him (against the Yankees), but he was fantastic.”
Imanaga is 1-1 in five career starts against the Dodgers with a 4.15 ERA.
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