Manchester United’s women’s team are on the verge of completing a transfer for Mexican international Rebeca Bernal, who can play centre‑back or midfield. The 29‑year‑old would become the first Mexican to play in the Women’s Super League, joining a squad that has already added several new signings ahead of the new season.
Dundee United confirmed that manager Jim Goodwin will miss the upcoming Scottish Premiership match against Kilmarnock after being admitted to hospital with an illness. Assistant Lee Sharp took over first‑team training and pre‑match media duties, while the club asked for privacy for Goodwin and his family.
Sunderland will embark on their first European campaign since 1973 with an away trip to the San Siro after being drawn against AC Milan in the Europa League. Bournemouth, also making their European debut, have been paired with the Italian giants at home. Both English clubs will face the seven‑time European champions as part of their eight‑match group stage schedule.
Trabzonspor’s head coach Fatih Tekke tendered his resignation after the club’s 4‑0 loss to Ferencvaros in the Europa League play‑off, but the Turkish side rejected the emotional resignation. The club will now compete in the Europa Conference League and continues to bolster its squad with recent signings such as Mohamed Salah, Fabinho and Andre Onana on loan.
Celtic and Rangers will each host their upcoming Scottish Cup ties without spectators after the quarter‑final clash at Ibrox was marred by pitch‑invading fans. Both clubs must also pay a £100,000 penalty to the opposition, and further incidents could trigger additional closed‑door matches.
Larne manager Gary Haveron described the club’s exit from the UEFA Conference League as heartbreaking after a 0‑3 defeat to Gibraltar side Lincoln Red Imps. Despite leading 2‑0 from the first leg, Larne conceded three goals in the second leg, including a late penalty, and were knocked out. Haveron praised his team’s effort but lamented missed chances and the narrow margins that decided the tie.
Brighton & Hove Albion Women have suffered a major blow as manager Dario Vidosic departs just days before the WSL campaign begins, reportedly to join the NWSL. The Australian coach led the side to a historic FA Cup final and a fifth‑place league finish, and his exit comes as the club prepares to challenge the league’s traditional powerhouses.
Swansea City have completed the signing of Canadian international midfielder Stephen Eustaquio from FC Porto on a two‑year contract with an optional third year. The transfer fee is undisclosed but reported to be around £3.4 million, marking a significant midfield acquisition for the Championship side.
Spain forward Esther Gonzalez has joined Saudi Women’s Premier League side Al Qadsiah, prompting a wave of criticism from fans and the LGBTQ+ community due to Saudi Arabia’s laws against same‑sex relationships. The move follows her contract termination with Gotham FC and adds her to a growing list of players facing backlash for transfers to Saudi clubs.
Wrexham AFC have secured the permanent transfer of Burkina Faso international Issa Kabore from Manchester City on a three‑year contract. The deal, valued at up to £4.75 million, includes a 20% sell‑on clause for City and bolsters the Red Dragons’ left‑side options as they push for promotion to the Premier League.