Portugal full‑back Joao Cancelo has signed a permanent three‑year deal with Barcelona after ending his contract with Al‑Hilal. The move follows a successful loan spell that helped Barca clinch the La Liga title, and comes as the club also completes other signings this summer.
West Ham United issued a statement after their opening Championship match against Burnley, condemning a chant aimed at new signing Manor Solomon that carried an anti‑Palestine message. The club called on supporters to refrain from divisive chants and to represent the club positively. The incident occurred during a 2‑2 draw at Turf Moor.
Paris St-Germain’s opening Ligue 1 fixture against Rennes has been relocated from the Parc des Princes to Rennes’ stadium in Brittany after an exceptional heatwave left the home pitch severely damaged. The LFP said the surface was unsafe for play, and PSG will replace the turf before their next home game against Monaco on 4 September.
Hope Not Hate analysed more than 300,000 X posts during the 2026 World Cup and identified over 5,500 explicitly racist messages aimed at England footballers. The report says X’s engagement‑driven algorithms amplified the abuse, putting it front‑and‑centre in users’ feeds, and calls for regulators to intervene. The FA responded, urging platforms to create safer online environments for players.
Kosta Nedeljkovic has moved to Rangers on a season‑long loan from Aston Villa, with the Glasgow club holding a conditional obligation to purchase the 20‑year‑old right‑back. Manager Derek McInnes praised his athleticism and defensive drive, while Nedeljkovic expressed excitement about joining the big club. He becomes Rangers’ 11th summer signing and will compete for the right‑back position alongside Vanja Dragojevic, Dujon Sterling and Ross McCrorie.
Former France midfielder Paul Pogba has left AS Monaco after the club terminated his contract a year early. Pogba, who made six appearances last season, thanked the club while Monaco’s CEO Thiago Scuro wished him well and noted the partnership did not meet its objectives.
Northern Ireland goalkeeper Jackie Burns, the national team’s number one, has joined newly‑promoted Burnley Women in the Women’s Super League 2. While preparing for life after football, she says she wants to work in player‑care roles to help future players settle into clubs.
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala collapsed during a friendly against Heidenheim, marking his second collapse in four days after a similar episode against RB Leipzig. He announced on Instagram that he has been diagnosed with temporary, brief absence seizures due to a neurological dysfunction and is receiving treatment. The club and his family are supporting his recovery.
Barcelona announced the signing of 30‑year‑old midfielder Rodri from Manchester City for a reported £65 million. The Ballon d’Or winner has agreed a four‑year deal at the Camp Nou, returning to Spanish football after a stint at Atletico Madrid. The transfer follows a rejected £38.5 million offer and ends Real Madrid’s interest.
The Scottish League Cup quarter‑finals have been scheduled, with Rangers set to host Celtic at Ibrox on Sunday 13 September. The Old Firm clash follows previous cup meetings where Celtic won on penalties. The article also lists the other quarter‑final fixtures.