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Arsenal have reached an agreement in principle with FC Barcelona for striker Gabriel Jesus in an €10m (£8.6m) deal, clearing significant wage capacity ahead of the summer deadline.
Arsenal have escalated negotiations for Atlético Madrid forward Julian Álvarez, viewing the Argentine international as the decisive centerpiece to complete Mikel Arteta's attacking system.
The Uganda Rugby Cranes 7s capped a strong campaign at the 36th Driftwood 7s in Mombasa, securing four victories from six matches as preparations hit top gear for the 2026 Africa Men's 7s in Kampala.
Rams RFC produced a historic masterclass at the Kyadondo Rugby Grounds, stunning the Platinum Credit Heathens 12-10 in the final to lift their first major Uganda Rugby Sevens circuit title in ten years.
Aston Villa have intensified talks with Crystal Palace for French striker Jean-Philippe Mateta in a deal worth up to £25 million as Unai Emery prepares for potential attacking reshuffles.
Tottenham Hotspur have reached a comprehensive agreement with Manchester City to sign 27-year-old Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush on an initial loan with a mandatory £60 million purchase obligation.
Arsenal are in the final stages of completing the sale of Brazilian international winger Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Pro League champions Al Hilal in a deal worth up to £55 million.
Nottingham Forest are closing in on the acquisition of 23-year-old Chelsea striker Liam Delap as manager Oliver Glasner seeks to bolster his attacking line in a deal valued around £45 million.
Manchester United have reached a total agreement with Brighton to sign 22-year-old midfielder Carlos Baleba in a £70 million package following a successful medical in Manchester.
The Uganda National Rugby Sevens team (Rugby Cranes 7s) has launched an intensive high-performance training camp in Kampala to prepare for upcoming continental 7s championships.
The 2026 Nile Special National Rugby 7s Series reached fever pitch at Kyadondo Rugby Grounds as Heathens RFC hosted top Ugandan sevens powerhouses in an explosive circuit.
Chelsea and Manchester City have hit a financial stalemate over Argentine World Cup winner Enzo Fernández as Chelsea insist on a £120m fee before deadline day.
Liverpool are locked in high-stakes negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain to secure 23-year-old French winger Bradley Barcola before the summer transfer window deadline.
Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle with Lille for 18-year-old Moroccan sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi in a total package worth £86 million to succeed Rodri.
The Stanbic Black Pirates clinched back-to-back Uganda Nile Special Rugby Premiership titles after edging the Toyota Buffaloes 30-29 in an epic Grand Final at Kings Park Arena.
Arsenal are intensifying their efforts to land Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez before the transfer deadline, proposing a £68.5m cash-plus-player swap package.
The 2026 Nile Special National 7s Series moves into its decisive legs across Uganda, with top rugby clubs competing for glory in Jinja, Wakiso, Kampala, Gulu, and Bugembe.
Manchester United have closed in on a £70m deal to sign Brighton's star midfielder Carlos Baleba, with the player undergoing medical examinations ahead of a five-year contract.
Arsenal have initiated concrete transfer negotiations for Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez as the Spanish side softens its stance ahead of the summer deadline.
Manchester United have reached a comprehensive £70 million agreement with Brighton to sign Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba on a five-year contract.
Tottenham Hotspur have reached a blockbuster verbal agreement with Manchester City to sign Brazilian international winger Savinho in a mega £85 million package before deadline day.
Ugandan secondary school rugby giants Namilyango College and St. Mary’s College Kisubi display tactical grit at the 23rd FEASSSA Games in Morogoro, Tanzania.
Manchester United are finalizing the £65 million acquisition of Cameroonian international midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton, with the player completing his medical checks at Carrington.
Ugandan secondary schools Jinja SS, Busoga College Mwiri, and Makerere College light up the Rugby 7s competition at the 2026 FEASSSA Games in Morogoro, Tanzania.
Arsenal have reached a full agreement in principle with Aston Villa for England international defender Ezri Konsa in a £51 million deal, with the center-back undergoing his medical in London.
Arsenal have opened formal discussions with Atlético Madrid regarding a £75 million move for Argentine World Cup winner Julián Álvarez as Mikel Arteta seeks elite attacking firepower.
Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has firmly reiterated that star striker Victor Osimhen is not for sale at any price, amidst persistent transfer interest from elite European clubs.
Crystal Palace continue to insist on their £70 million valuation for England defender Marc Guéhi as Newcastle United and Liverpool evaluate late summer transfer offers.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein confirms Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona have reached the final stage of negotiations for Spain international winger Ferran Torres in a €45m summer transfer deal.
Fabrizio Romano delivers his signature "Here We Go" as Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario agrees a season-long loan with an option to buy to Juventus, while Barcelona complete a landmark €76.5m move for Manchester City star Rodri.
Manchester City reach agreement on personal terms with Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández for a potential British record transfer, while Manchester United face contract friction with captain Bruno Fernandes.
Ugandan school rugby powerhouses St. Mary’s College Kisubi (SMACK) and Namilyango College kick off their 2026 FEASSSA Games campaigns in Morogoro, Tanzania, aiming for regional rugby glory.
Nottingham Forest have completed a major statement signing, sealing the transfer of 22-year-old Ivory Coast international center-back Ousmane Diomande from Sporting CP for £34.3m (€40m).
A high-stakes internal crisis has erupted at Olympique de Marseille after Danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg was stripped of the club captaincy following his refusal to accept an agreed £15m transfer to Newcastle United.
Manchester City and FC Barcelona have reached a total agreement for the transfer of Rodri in a monumental €76.5m (£65.4m) deal, ending a tense standoff as the Spanish midfield maestro prepares to sign a four-year contract at Camp Nou.
Despite a spirited 26-point second-half resurgence, Uganda's Junior Rugby Cranes fell 53-32 to a clinical Zimbabwe Junior Sables side at Muteesa II Memorial Stadium in a crucial post-promotion international test match.
Arsenal have moved into pole position to secure Brighton & Hove Albion's 21-year-old midfield sensation Jack Hinshelwood in a package valued between £43m and £51m, continuing Mikel Arteta's aggressive squad evolution.
Tottenham Hotspur captain and Argentine World Cup winner Cristian Romero has officially confirmed his departure from North London, paving the way for a blockbuster transfer to Diego Simeone's Atlético Madrid.
With the September 1 transfer deadline looming, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur are actively evaluating a move for Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen as Galatasaray stand firm on their €130m valuation.
Following their triumphant promotion to the Performance Division with a 108-12 aggregate demolition of Zambia, Uganda's Junior Rugby Cranes host the Zimbabwe Junior Sables at Muteesa II Memorial Stadium in a high-stakes international test match.
Aston Villa completed the signing of Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg for approximately €60 million, beating Newcastle United to the 20-year-old Swiss international. We profile the UEFA Europa League Young Player of the Season and explain why this could be the Premier League's smartest piece of business this summer.
Barcelona's pursuit of Rodri is intensifying rapidly, with Manchester City now having rejected at least two formal offers from the Catalan giants. With the World Cup winner in the final year of his contract and visibly pushing for the move, how does this saga end and what does it mean for both clubs?
Arsenal have opened serious discussions with Galatasaray over a stunning move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, with a complex swap deal involving Gabriel Martinelli emerging as the most viable route. We break down exactly what is happening, what it means tactically, and why this could be the most consequential transfer of the summer.
Stanbic Black Pirates produced an epic 26-24 victory over Platinum Credit Heathens to win the 10th anniversary edition of Rujumba 7s at Kings Park Arena in Bweyogerere.
Liverpool are actively pursuing Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola while closing in on 18-year-old right-winger Ibrahim Mbaye as Arne Slot rebuilds the Reds attack.
Fabrizio Romano has issued his iconic "Here We Go" for Djed Spences transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Inter Milan in a deal worth 31.5 million euros to replace Denzel Dumfries.
Tottenham Hotspur and Atlético Madrid have reached a full agreement in principle for the permanent transfer of defender Cristian Romero in a €40m deal including performance add-ons and a 15% sell-on clause.
Arsenal are linked with high-profile moves for PSG winger Bradley Barcola and Barcelona defender Jules Kounde as Mikel Arteta seeks final touches before the Community Shield.
Arsenal place a £60m price tag on teenage star Myles Lewis-Skelly amid Premier League interest while securing Crystal Palace prodigy Mylo Bernard.
From Kenya Chipus continental trophy triumph to Uganda Junior Cranes dominant promotion, the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy in Kampala heralded a historic shift in African rugby power.
Uganda U20 completed a sensational 2-leg series triumph over Zambia at Wankulukuku Stadium, winning 27-12 to secure promotion to the Barthes Trophy Performance Division alongside Africas rugby elite.
Kenya U20 (Chipu) produced a masterclass performance at Muteesa II Stadium in Kampala, defeating defending champions Namibia 33-14 to claim a record fourth Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy title and qualify for the World Rugby U20 Junior Trophy.
Galatasaray have finalized a permanent €75 million transfer for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli following his historic loan spell in Istanbul.
A massive off-pitch conflict has erupted as Atlético Madrid publicly accuse Barcelona of running a calculated smear campaign to force a transfer for Julián Álvarez.
Juventus have firmly rejected Arsenal's summer inquiry for Kenan Yıldız, declaring the 21-year-old Turkish international winger entirely untouchable as part of Thiago Motta's long-term project.
In a breathtaking display of power rugby at Muteesa II Stadium in Kampala, Uganda U20 Junior Cranes obliterated Zambia 81-0 in the Barthes Trophy, headlined by MVP performance from Victor Agaba "Mabogo".
Tunisia U20 rugby side put up a fierce, physical battle at Muteesa II Stadium in Kampala during the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy Performance Division.
After 14 trophy-laden seasons at Real Madrid, 40-year-old Ballon d’Or winner Luka Modrić has officially signed a one-year deal with Serie A giants AC Milan.
Arsenal have dramatically entered the race for Paris Saint-Germain star winger Bradley Barcola, submitting a £68 million bid to hijack Liverpool’s summer negotiations.
Kenya U20 Chipu produced an electric backline performance at Muteesa II Stadium, defeating Zimbabwe Junior Sables 35-23 in a high-octane Barthes Trophy semifinal.
Manchester United have submitted a £42 million proposal to sign Fulham and USMNT left-back Antonee Robinson to solve their ongoing defensive left-flank issues.
Following their record 81-0 victory over Zambia, Uganda Junior Cranes turn their attention to preparing for a crucial Barthes Trophy First Division clash against Madagascar.
FC Barcelona have completed the £22 million signing of 20-year-old Swedish attacking sensation Roony Bardghji from FC Copenhagen on a long-term five-year contract.
In one of the most stunning summer transfer developments, legendary Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah has officially signed with Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor following a glorious nine-year career at Anfield.
Premier League heavyweights Arsenal and Liverpool are embroiled in a fierce late-summer transfer tug-of-war for Aston Villa and England defender Ezri Konsa, valued at £60 million.
The 2026 NFL preseason officially kicked off in Canton, Ohio, as rookie QB Haynes King scrambled for a dramatic late touchdown to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals.
Former Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown was formally introduced as a Philadelphia 76er at a community press conference in Southwest Philly, joining Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and LeBron James.
Arsenal have completed the signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United in a PS75 million deal. This is the definitive editorial account of how the transfer happened, what it means tactically, the PSR mechanics behind it, and how it compares to Arsenal's greatest midfield signings.
Tottenham Hotspur are launching an ambitious £70m bid for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, while Aston Villa seals a €40m deal for Joao Gomes. Here is our in-depth analysis of the August transfer window escalation.
An in-depth analysis of Arsenal's squad depth ahead of the 2026/27 season, reviewing pre-season options, returning international stars, and potential marquee additions like Bruno Guimaraes and Vinicius Junior.
Real Madrid takes a firm stance on Vinicius Junior's contract extension, while Bruno Guimaraes arrives at Newcastle's training camp in Spain amidst Arsenal links. Here is our detailed transfer window analysis.
Nicholas Kato returned to haunt his former side as the Stanbic Black Pirates defeated the Platinum Credit Heathens 26-24 to claim a dramatic Rujumba 7s title at Kings Park Arena.
Brentford have completed the club-record signing of Malian midfielder Mamadou Sangaré from French Ligue 1 side Lens on a five-year contract.
Newly signed winger Christos Tzolis marked his debut with a goal as Arsenal ran out comfortable 4-1 winners in a pre-season friendly against Girona in Spain.
In a stunning summer transfer window development, Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement in principle on personal terms with Real Madrid superstar Vinícius Júnior.
Uganda’s campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow hits historic heights as the Gazelles reach the basketball final and para-swimming and steeplechase stars claim medals.
Real Madrid has reportedly ended the contract renewal saga with Vinícius Júnior, issuing a final "take it or leave it" ultimatum, opening the door for a potential blockbuster move to Arsenal.
The Uganda Under-20 men's rugby team suffered a heavy defeat in their second friendly against Tunisia U20, highlighting critical errors before hosting the Barthés Trophy in Kampala.
Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signings of Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes for a combined fee of over €200 million, signalling a massive summer rebuild.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces growing pressure and internal dissent after senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigned in protest of proposals to sell a stake in the World Cup.
The 2026 Uganda Rugby 7s Series moves to Bweyogerere as the Stanbic Black Pirates host the Rujumba 7s at Kings Park Arena, featuring mouth-watering pool matchups.
In a surprising twist to the summer transfer window, Chelsea has opened formal negotiations with Brighton & Hove Albion for veteran striker Danny Welbeck, driven by manager Xabi Alonso.
Arsenal is reportedly exploring a record-breaking deal for Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior as the Brazilian winger enters the final year of his contract at the Bernabéu.
Liverpool is actively targeting Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola as new manager Andoni Iraola looks to rebuild the attack following Mohamed Salah's departure.
Manchester United is undergoing a major squad overhaul under Michael Carrick, with several new arrivals confirmed and advanced talks underway for Roma's Manu Koné.
Manchester United are in concrete talks with the agents of Manu Kone and Carlos Baleba as Fabrizio Romano clarifies the club's midfield recruitment plans.
Liverpool are reportedly preparing an initial bid for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, who is valued at a staggering £145 million.
Arsenal are exploring a record-breaking transfer for Vinícius Júnior, with reports confirming that the club has green-led the pursuit at all levels.
Fresh off defending their National Rugby Premiership title in a dramatic final, the Stanbic Black Pirates are gearing up to host the highly anticipated Rujumba 7s at Kings Park Arena.
The 2026 Uganda Rugby 7s Series launched with thrilling victories for Walukuba Barbarians and Nile Rapids in Jinja, alongside revolutionary merit-based league reforms.
The Uganda U20 Junior Rugby Cranes hosted Tunisia for the first of two crucial preparatory test matches in Kampala ahead of the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy.
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande has agreed personal terms with Real Madrid in a deal set to exceed £100 million, following Paris Saint-Germain's withdrawal from the race.