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Transfermarkt data reveals Lille's all-time top transfer sales, with Bouaddi leading at €95 million, followed by Pepe (€80M) and Osimhen (€78.9M), among a top ten that also features Yoro, Leao, Chevalier, Onana, Botman, Hazard, and Diakite.

UEFA withdraws its threat to boycott FIFA events but continues efforts to oust Infantino, with a candidate to challenge him expected by November's nomination deadline, as reported by BBC.

Barcelona defeated Elche 5-0, but Yamal showed frustration when substituted in the 64th minute. Flick cited a pre-match headache and insufficient recovery as reasons for the early change. Experts suggest Yamal's anger stems from his own poor performance and competitive drive, advising that scoring a goal will resolve his frustration.

Fiorentina are considering a move for Freiburg forward Matanovic, with action expected after Kean's departure. Reports suggest Tottenham and Manchester United are also interested. He scored 15 goals last season and has already netted 2 this season.

The 2026-27 Champions League league phase draw takes place Thursday, featuring 36 teams including five from La Liga. The season starts in September, and the final will be held on June 5, 2027, at Madrid's Metropolitano Stadium.

On August 27, Liverpool correspondent Paul Joyce revealed that the Reds are close to signing Paris Saint-Germain player Bradley Barcola. The fixed transfer fee is slightly over £100 million, with an additional £20 million in add-ons. Negotiations are ongoing.

Ser Radio reports Atletico Madrid demanded a €150M offer by June 20 for Julian Alvarez's exit, a condition unmet. Barcelona's €100M bid received no official reply, with Laporta and Atletico issuing contradictory statements. Alvarez insists on Barcelona only, while Arteta's persuasion failed, leaving the impasse unresolved.

Juventus are targeting Wolfsburg's Danish left-back Joakim Maehle, who has been recommended to the club and could leave, having scored 6 goals and provided 10 assists in 86 appearances for Wolfsburg.

Matthias Jaissle has adjusted tactics since taking over Newcastle, with Yoan Wissa and Joe Willock receiving more playing time. Willock, who had planned to leave the club this summer, has now postponed his departure. Nick Woltemade is struggling to fit into the new system, finding himself in a worse position than under Eddie Howe, facing options of staying, loan, or transfer. Newcastle signed the German striker for £64 million last year, and selling him would incur a huge...

Manchester United are targeting Barcelona's Balde and Brighton's Kadioglu for the left-back position. Barcelona want £30m for a permanent transfer, not a loan. Kadioglu was ever-present in the Premier League last season with 3,134 minutes, while Balde missed 10 games through injury. Kadioglu excels in interceptions and clearances, while Balde is superior in passing, dribbling, and creativity.

German Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg has revealed that transfer negotiations between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain for Bradley Barcola are nearing completion, with only details remaining. The player is prepared for a medical, and a full agreement was reached weeks ago. The Reds aim to sign Barcola before the deadline and add one or two more new players.

On August 27, Lecce officially announced the loan signing of Serbian midfielder Ivan Ilic from Torino, with the deal including a buyout option. Ilic, 25, plays as a midfielder and will wear the No. 20 jersey. To date, he has made 76 appearances for Torino, scoring 7 goals and providing 6 assists, with a market value of €7 million on Transfermarkt.

According to German media SPORT1, Bayern Munich are unlikely to let Arjan Ib leave on loan, preferring a permanent sale to raise funds. The player is content at present, but several clubs are monitoring closely, with loan inquiries already made. Union Berlin and Werder Bremen are interested, while Atalanta aim to secure a direct buyout.

ESPN released its new season regular-season MVP prediction rankings on August 27, placing Victor Wembanyama first, Nikola Jokic second, followed by Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Atalanta drew 0-0 with Hapoel Tel Aviv in the first leg of the Conference League play-off, setting up a tough second leg. Coach Sari warns of the opponents' physical prowess and the high difficulty of the match, urging confidence without complacency. De Ketelaere is back from injury with an undecided role, while the starting striker choice is between Scamacca and Krsitovic, both improving. Sari also notes defensive tactical understanding remains incomplete.

Viktoria Plzen host Red Star Belgrade at home, with both sides rich in European competition experience. The home side are expected to raise the intensity through physical duels and vertical progression, while the visitors boast greater individual quality and attacking variety in the final third. The focal point is whether the home side can impose their tempo at home to contain the opposition, and whether the visitors can convert their midfield-to-forward advantage into goals. Viktoria Plzen are likely to stick with a 4-4-1-1 formation, with goalkeeper Viegler, defenders Merchas-Doski and others, midfielders Cheick Souare and others, second striker Hrosovsky, and striker Prince Adu. Red Star Belgrade will continue with a 4-1-4-1 formation, with goalkeeper Mateus, holding midfielder Mamadou Bajo, midfielders Balov and others, and striker Katai.

Newcastle are pushing to sign Lille winger Pardo for £60m before the deadline, while striker Walter Matade faces an uncertain future amid Bundesliga interest and midfielder Willock draws attention from Besiktas with his contract entering its final year.

Stats media Statmuse released a comparison on August 27 showing Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant average 44.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 10.1 assists, and 2.3 steals per game, while Ausar Thompson and Cade Cunningham average 33.8 points, 11.2 rebounds, 13.0 assists, and 3.4 steals per game.

The New Orleans Pelicans signed Benedict Mathurin to a two-year, $16 million contract on August 27, which includes a player option. According to statistics, among players with at least 150 bench appearances, Mathurin's 15.9 points per game is the highest in NBA history.

On August 27, National Dog Day, the NBA officially released a video showing Knicks player Mikal Bridges attending the championship parade with his dog. The official caption stated that the dog stole the show during the celebration. Bridges averaged 13.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.0 steals per game in the 2025-26 postseason.