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Former Beijing Guoan striker Alejandro Larrea has died at 59, his former club Progreso confirmed. The Uruguayan, who won the 1989 league title and played in the 1990 Copa Libertadores, also coached in China at Hebei Zhongji.

La Liga president Javier Tebas revealed at the World Football Summit his deep affection for SD Huesca, calling their promotion to La Liga his most unforgettable moment and feeling pain at their relegation. He also said Cristiano Ronaldo is more warm-hearted than his public image, praising his care for children, and recalled meeting Ronaldo and Georgina at Riyadh airport, a moment captured in Georgina's Netflix documentary.

Barcelona Atletic have reached an agreement with Stuttgart to sign 19-year-old defensive midfielder Chatovic on loan until June 30, 2027, with a purchase option. The left-footed German youth international made 29 appearances for Stuttgart's second team in the 2025/26 season and won the German U-19 Cup.

ESPN analyst Dr. Andre Snellings predicts Trae Young will lead the NBA in assists per game in the 2026-27 season, citing the young, high-ceiling Wizards roster and the ideal pick-and-roll/pop fit of interior scorers Davis, Dibaba, and Sarr, despite the team's 17-65 record last season.

Sunderland have completed the signing of 18-year-old Ecuadorian forward Juan Riquelme Angulo Caicedo from Independiente del Valle for €5.85m. The 1.93m striker scored six goals in 15 league matches this season and earned his first Ecuador call-up in March 2026.

Per ClutchPoints, the Grizzlies' 56-win 2022 core of Morant, Jackson, Bane, Brooks, and Adams has fully disbanded by 2026, with each player moving to a different team and ending Memphis's title aspirations.

Martin Keown believes Dowman's absence from Arsenal's matchday squad against Aston Villa underlines the club's attacking depth. With Eze, Gyokeres and Madueke on the bench in a 1-0 win, Keown says the squad may soon need all its forwards, despite winter departures leaving gaps. He still backs Arsenal to defend the Premier League title and calls for the league's 20-man matchday-squad limit to be increased.

Journalist Romain Molina has revealed that Malick Fofana's transfer has been caught up in a family commission controversy: his uncle reportedly asked Crystal Palace for €500,000 each for two family members, totaling €1 million in commissions. The report states that no top club is willing to sign Fofana not because of his ability, but because his agent team is putting off potential buyers.

Zhejiang FC's rising star Wang Yudong, who was the CSL's top domestic scorer last season, might join a Nordic club after this season. The club, known for European competition experience and a coach skilled in nurturing youth, could aid his development, though the move remains uncertain.

On September 2, Ipswich officially announced the signing of Burnley striker Zian Flemming for a fee of around €19.8 million on a four-year contract until the summer of 2030. The 28-year-old Dutch forward scored 11 Premier League goals last season and has netted 3 in the first 4 games this term, becoming the club's 12th summer signing and taking the No. 9 shirt. Flemming said he is proud and looking forward to the opener against Liverpool...

Yahoo Sports released a training close-up of LeBron James on September 2, reporting that he is preparing for his 24th NBA season. He averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists last season.

According to Romano, Everton and Monaco had reached an agreement for Balogun's transfer, with a fixed fee of €45 million, plus €5 million in add-ons and a sell-on clause. However, the deal fell through at the final stage due to the player reportedly failing his medical. Had the move gone through, Balogun would have become the second-highest valued player in US men's national team history, with the maximum €50 million matching his current valuation.

After Barcelona's 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano, coach Flick gave the squad two days off, but 11 players voluntarily reported to the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper for extra training, showing the dressing room's strong atmosphere and dedication.

Fulham have appointed former Real Madrid boss Arbeloa and signed three players from the Spanish club for a combined €54 million in the 2026 summer transfer window, including striker Gonzalo Garcia for a club-record-equalling €40 million.

ESPN analyst Dr. Andre Snellings pointed out on September 2 that Trae Young has a chance to challenge for the league's assists-per-game title in the 2026-27 season. By then, he will lead a young and highly talented Wizards team, with Davis, Dibansa, and Sarr as three interior scorers with strong finishing ability, potentially serving as ideal partners for his pick-and-roll and pick-and-pop plays. ...

Warriors player Draymond Green revealed on his podcast that he gave up pursuing a max contract to preserve his friendship with former general manager Bob Myers, who accompanied him during his suspension in Game 5 of the 2016 Finals. Green credited Myers' mentorship for helping him understand NBA business, a key reason for his long stay with the team.

On September 2, Bucks' Myles Turner shared photos on social media inviting the team to train in Texas, captioning it 'Southern hospitality.' He averaged 11.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.7 steals, and 1.6 blocks in the 2025-26 regular season.

Hull City have completed the signing of Wales international forward Sorba Thomas from Championship rivals Stoke City for a reported €8.75 million. The 27-year-old arrives on a four-year deal and impressed last season with 10 goals and 13 assists in 47 Championship appearances.

Draymond Green said on "The Draymond Green Show" that the Pistons would be his preferred team if not for the Warriors. A self-described Pistons fan, he thanked the fan base, praised the franchise's rebuilding effort, highlighted Cunningham, Duren, and Thompson, and touted the team's blue-collar mentality. Born in Saginaw, Michigan, he once suited up for Michigan State University.

Enzo Fernandez's €145 million move from Chelsea to Manchester City sets a new Argentine transfer record, making him the first player ever to have two €100M+ transfers. The list also features Di Maria twice, Higuain third, and Crespo's 2000 transfer still ranking among the top ten.