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ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports that Anthony Edwards' extension talks will peak next offseason, as he becomes eligible for a supermax contract only after earning All-NBA honors in 2026-27.

Arsenal have confirmed Gabriel Martinelli's €70m move to Al-Hilal, with the seven-year Gunners forward setting a new club record for an outgoing transfer fee.

FC Barcelona officially announced that its Annual General Assembly will be held online on September 19 to review the 2025/26 season financial results. The club reported that revenue surpassed €1 billion for the first time in history, driven by higher stadium income, sponsorship growth, and record merchandise sales, while achieving regular operating profit for the third straight year.

Tottenham Hotspur have announced their 25-man first-team squad for the 2026/27 Premier League season, including new signings Tonali, Savio, Van Hecke and Marmoush, while also naming eight homegrown players and an under-21 list with Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Mathys Tel.

Mbappe was named Real Madrid's Player of the Month for August after scoring four goals in three La Liga appearances, beating Vinicius, Bellingham, Guler, and Valverde.

The NBA's investigation into the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard's salary cap circumvention resulted in a lifetime ban for Leonard's uncle, Dennis Robertson, while Leonard, cleared of involvement, was fined $700,000.

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer rejected the NBA's suggestion to admit violations and accept a fine, hiring lawyers to fight back after the league claimed it had conclusive evidence, according to Pablo Torre.

ESPN reports Richarlison is seeking a way out of Tottenham due to a lack of playing time. Trabzonspor are interested, and Salah and Fabinho have personally called him to push a move to Turkey. Spurs have rejected a €20m offer, and Richarlison may consider Saudi Arabia or staying until winter if no deal is reached.

NBA commentator Skip Bayless says the Clippers gave up 10 first-round picks to build the Kawhi Leonard era, yet Leonard played in only one conference semifinal in six seasons—blowing a 3-1 lead to Denver in the bubble playoffs. Skip calls Ballmer's investment in Leonard the worst player investment in NBA history. Ballmer is currently suspended for one year, and Leonard has already left for Toronto.

New Spurs lead assistant coach Billy Donovan has confirmed his arrival, revealing that the team reached out during the playoffs in anticipation of coaching staff departures. Donovan initially hesitated, but after an in-depth conversation with head coach Mitch Johnson, he decided to head to San Antonio. He expressed great respect for Johnson and is eager to bring value to the team with his abilities.

Per reporter Anthony Slater, the Kings consider Keegan Murray their long-term core. Over the past year, front office member Scott Perry explored trading Monk, LaVine, and Sabonis, but the deals fell through as offers fell short of expectations, with all three expected to stay. The Kings finished 22-60 in 2025-26, 14th in the West.

UEFA officially announced Borussia Dortmund's Champions League squad on September 4, featuring Bellingham and Guirassy at the helm, with Arsenal loanee Nwaneri also selected.

American host Rich Eisen said on his show that Leonard's signing with the Clippers is one of the worst acquisitions in professional sports history. The league fined the Clippers $30 million and stripped five first-round picks from 2029 to 2033 for salary cap violations, while owner Steve Ballmer was suspended from league and team activities for one year.

Arsenal have submitted their 22-man List A squad for the 2026/27 Champions League, with new signings Guimaraes, Konsa, Tzolis and Meslier included. Skelly and Dowman are not on List A but are eligible for List B. The squad covers key players across all positions.

Barcelona boss Flick rejects nearly €100m-rated striker options from England and France, holding out for Julian Alvarez at Atletico Madrid in the January window as the forward faces mounting pressure and jeers.

Bayern Munich have submitted their 24-man A-list squad for the 2026/27 Champions League, with new arrivals Sebari, Nathaniel Brown, and Ndiaye included. Reserve players Asomo and Cardoso also feature, while 18-year-old academy talent Karg is eligible for the B-list.

Chelsea plan a €100m January bid for Atletico Madrid midfielder Barrios, identified by Xabi Alonso as the top midfield reinforcement following Enzo Fernandez's departure, but Atletico refuse to sell, protected by a €500m release clause.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer and his wife Anika have welcomed their second son, making their first child Luka a big brother. The 40-year-old goalkeeper became a father for the first time in spring 2024. Anika, a 26-year-old handball player, is currently not playing. The couple married in November 2023 and held a wedding ceremony in South Tyrol in July 2025. Neuer's mother Marita has been actively helping with the family.

NBA reporter James L. Edwards III reports that Miles McBride may leave the Knicks if he doesn't sign an early extension before the season. With Mitchell Robinson already sacrificed due to the owner's reluctance to trigger the second tax apron, McBride is likely next, based on financial decisions involving Towns and Hart. In the 2025-26 season, McBride averaged 12.0 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 41 games.

The Orlando Magic officially announced on September 4 the signing of free-agent guards Malaki Branham and JD Davidson, adding backcourt depth ahead of the new season.