BIZARRE: 36 - What They Never Told You

Vinícius Júnior and a fantasy world of transfers in the football lull

In today’s Football Daily: Who needs Big Vin? Um …

The Guardian - UK · Aug 7

Six Rodri Alternatives for Real Madrid With Barcelona Deal Looking Likely

Real Madrid are no closer to filling a void left behind by both Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Three Big Names Arsenal Have Failed to Sign and Who Could Be Targeted Next

Christos Tzolis has arrived in north London but there’s been frustrations for Mikel Arteta as he looks to build a dynasty at Arsenal.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Yan Diomandé makes history with Real Madrid move

Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig on a deal running until 2033. The transfer, worth €125 million plus €15 million in add-ons, becomes the most expensive in the Spanish club's history. At just 19 years old, the Ivory Coast international also becomes the…

France 24 · Aug 7

Most Expensive Teenage Transfers of All Time—Where Yan Diomande Ranks

Real Madrid are taking a massive gamble on Diomande’s potential by making him one of the most expensive teenagers ever.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Transfer Rumors: Sesko Wanted by Premier League Rivals; Barcelona’s Final Alvarez Bid

Victor Osimhen, Raphinha, Endrick, Mykhailo Mudryk and Cody Gakpo all feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

2026–27 Champions League Projected Pots: Man Utd Guaranteed Tough Draw

An automated draw will determine the eight opponents of the 36 competing teams.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

Why Barcelona Are Desperate to Hijack Rodri Transfer From Real Madrid

The Catalans have joined the race to sign the best player of the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

Summer Transfer Failures Hand Arsenal Two Brutal Reality Checks

The Gunners have been second best a fair bit this summer.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

Real Madrid Confirm Six-Year Vinicius Junior Deal, Ending Months of Arsenal Transfer Speculation

Vinicius Junior has signed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid, ending speculation of a move to Arsenal and securing his future at the Bernabeu until 2032.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6