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According to Foot Mercato, Marseille is planning to sell Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg due to financial pressure. French regulatory body DNCG has imposed strict budget restrictions on Marseille, forcing the club to raise funds. Newcastle United, in need of a midfielder after the departures of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes, sees Hojbjerg, who is familiar with the Premier League, as an ideal candidate. The two sides are close to reaching an agreement, with a transfer fee of around €15 million...

Arsenal are negotiating with Galatasaray for Martinelli, priced at £45m. The 25-year-old Brazilian, with one year left on his contract, lost his starting spot to Trossard (sold to Besiktas). Arsenal signed Zolis for £34m and need a new left winger before approving the transfer. Martinelli was left out of the Girona squad. A £45m sale would break the club record set by Chamberlain's move to Liverpool.

Atletico Madrid are advancing their long-pursued move for Cristian Romero, with a €40 million deal via Alemani's talks with Tottenham reportedly close. The Argentine defender's arrival would strengthen the backline and could help compatriot Julian Alvarez rediscover his form, while potentially discouraging the striker from seeking a move to Barcelona, boosting Atletico's title aspirations.

Raum has decided to stay at RB Leipzig this summer, ruling out a summer exit. The German left-back confirmed he will remain at the club at least until the 2026/27 season, with his contract running until 2027. He currently serves as captain and is focused on preparing for the new season.

Barcelona is expediting the signings of Rodri and Cancelo, with full player agreements reached and club negotiations nearly complete. The club is also awaiting talks on Alvarez, has started negotiations for Ferran's departure, and is still looking to add a central defender.

Renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle United are pushing hard for the transfer of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The Danish midfielder is the club's primary target for midfield reinforcement, and Yaisile also regards him as a priority signing and is actively pushing the deal forward.

Chelsea's young player Kawooma McGuinness is set to join Portsmouth on loan, with negotiations progressing well and the move expected to be completed before the weekend, according to journalist Nizaar Kinsella.

According to French media Foot Mercato's chief reporter Santi Aouna, Newcastle United and Marseille have nearly reached an agreement for the transfer of midfielder Hojbjerg, with a fee of around €15 million. Newcastle hopes to complete the deal this week. The news has been confirmed by Nordic journalist Farzam Abolhosseini and Romano, among others.

According to SER radio journalist Nil Sola and Diario Sport reporter Carlos Monfort, Barcelona player Baldeji suffered a serious injury during a small-sided match at the end of training on August 10. Initial indications suggest he may have sustained a torn cruciate ligament.

Van Dijk, after a friendly on August 9, expressed his good fitness, welcomed new signing Araujo, supported new coach Slot, and stated his goal to remain a core player at 35 as Liverpool undergoes a transition period.

According to French journalist Sebastien Vidal, David Raum will not leave RB Leipzig this summer. He has confirmed he will stay at the club at least until the end of the 2026/27 season, with his contract running until 2027. As Germany's left-back and Leipzig captain, Raum intends to focus on the upcoming season before making a long-term decision.

According to reports from 'A Bola', Milan still lists center-back Goncalo Inacio as a transfer target, planning to open negotiations from €40 million. Inacio previously worked with Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim and is seen as a reinforcement for the defensive system. Milan made initial contact in June but was rejected. Inacio currently wears the captain's armband, has extended his contract until 2030, and has a release clause of €60 million...

PSG is close to a €50 million deal for Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, with formal talks underway. The player, whose contract expires in 2025, has agreed to personal terms with PSG, as the French club seeks to negotiate a lower fee due to his contract year status.

London Football Network reports that Arsenal are in negotiations with Galatasaray for the transfer of Martinelli, and the fee discussions have begun. The Turkish club made a formal inquiry last weekend. Due to previous failures in signing Morgan Rogers and Vinicius, the transfer will only be approved if Arsenal find a replacement left winger. In pre-season, Trossard has been the starting left winger, impressing with goals and assists, while Martinelli has been a substitute.

Atletico Madrid have approved departures for right-back Molina and Ruggeri, with transfers to Roma and Aston Villa imminent. Molina's move totals €18 million, while Aston Villa will pay €20 million for Ruggeri, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Jose Mourinho revealed in his Netflix documentary "Mourinho" that he had already signed with Manchester United back in 2013, planning to succeed Ferguson as manager, but tearfully gave it up because he had promised to return to Chelsea. Ferguson confirmed this, saying Mourinho called him in the evening, crying as he explained he could not break his promise. Though disappointed, Ferguson understood. Mourinho's first spell at Chelsea brought two Premier League titles, one FA Cup, and two League Cups; his second spell brought one Premier League title and one League Cup, ending with his dismissal in December 2015. He later officially took charge of Manchester United in 2016, with a tenure lasting two and a half years.

AC Milan right-back Zachary Atkame has joined Lyon on a season-long loan with no buy option, with Lyon covering his full salary. The 21-year-old, who had 2 goals and 2 assists in 27 Serie A appearances last season, was called up to the Swiss national team after moving to Milan in August 2025. Lyon's financial constraints led to this low-cost loan, praised as a smart move, as they beat rivals to sign him.

D'Angelo Russell said on a podcast that the 76ers' new lineup is championship-or-bust, echoing Kevin Durant's claim that the roster might be the strongest on paper ever, featuring Embiid, LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Maxey, and Echikumu.

On August 10, the Minnesota Lynx beat the Dallas Wings 103-90. Guard Kayla McBride erupted for 43 points on 16-of-21 shooting, including a record-breaking 10 three-pointers, surpassing the previous mark of 9. The Lynx also secured the first playoff berth of the season.

According to Stein, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Don Nelson passed away on August 10 at the age of 86. U.S. media outlet SkipBayless expressed on social media that Nelson, who ranks second all-time in NBA coaching wins, was a genius-like mad scientist. He could discover talent that others overlooked and attempt things that others lacked the vision or courage to do...