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16.8.26 Ligue 1: PSG Transfers

Paris Saint-Germain have signed Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a five-year contract through June 2031 for a reported €50 million. The 26-year-old forward reunites with former Spain manager Luis Enrique after helping Spain win the World Cup last month. Torres leaves Barcelona after 207 appearances, 65 goals and seven trophies.

16.8.26 Bundesliga: Bayern Injuries

Bayern Munich are awaiting further tests to determine the severity of Konrad Laimer's foot injury. The midfielder was substituted after taking an early knock that caused significant swelling and left him unable to walk without assistance. With Laimer an important versatile option for Vincent Kompany, Bayern will hope the injury is minor, but there is currently no timetable for his return.

16.8.26 Serie A: Inter Transfers

Tottenham have confirmed that Djed Spence has joined Inter Milan permanently for a reported €30 million on a five-year contract. The versatile full-back arrives after playing all eight of England's matches at the 2026 World Cup and will link up with international teammate John Stones.

16.8.26 Ligue 1: PSG Transfers

Paris Saint-Germain have signed 21-year-old Belgian forward Mika Godts from Ajax on a five-year contract. The transfer fee was not disclosed, though reports suggest it could be around €45m. Godts arrives after an impressive season with Ajax, recording 17 goals and 15 assists, and will now compete for a place in Luis Enrique's attack.

16.8.26 Scottish Premier League: Celtic

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill was surprised to learn that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is suspended for the Champions League play-off against LASK due to a red card received while playing for Besiktas in 2023. Oxlade-Chamberlain impressed in Celtic's 4-0 win over Dundee United, but his absence will leave O'Neill with fewer options for Wednesday's tie. Celtic are also monitoring Yang Hyun-jun's fitness and hoping to add reinforcements before the match.

15.8.26 Premier League: Aston Villa Injuries

Aston Villa will be without Brian Madjo and Joao Gomes at the start of the new campaign. Gomes is expected to miss at least two weeks with a calf strain, while Madjo is sidelined until September at the earliest. The injuries are a setback for Unai Emery after both players impressed during preseason.

16.8.26 NFL: Seattle Seahawks Transfers

Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon has agreed to a four-year, $132 million extension with the Seattle Seahawks, including more than $101 million guaranteed. The deal makes the 25-year-old the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history and keeps him under contract through 2032.

15.8.26 NFL: Atlanta Falcons

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has been suspended eight games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy following his February arrest on domestic violence charges. Pearce did not appeal the suspension, which begins Aug. 30. He remains eligible for the preseason.

16.8.26 MLB: Boston Red Sox Injuries

Red Sox DH Masataka Yoshida left Saturday's 4-0 win over the Pirates after suffering left hamstring tightness while running out a double. The 33-year-old said a previous hamstring injury in Japan sidelined him for about a month, though this injury is in a different area. Yoshida will undergo tests in Boston.

15.8.26 MLB: Milwaukee Brewers Injuries

The Brewers placed reliever Abner Uribe on the 15-day injured list with a forearm flexor strain after an MRI showed no serious injury. Uribe, who has posted a 2.05 ERA with six saves this season, will have no set timetable for his return. Milwaukee recalled right-hander Grant Anderson from Triple-A Nashville to fill his roster spot.

15.8.26 NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers Transfers

The Cavaliers are sending veteran point guard Dennis Schroder and cash to the Hornets for Tre Mann. The move gives Cleveland salary-cap flexibility to pursue James Harden and forwards Peyton Watson and Jonathan Kuminga, while Charlotte adds an experienced veteran to its backcourt. Schroder averaged 10.8 points and 4.9 assists last season across 70 games.

13.8.26 NBA: Los Angeles Lakers

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter for a record $12.5 billion, just one year after Walter acquired controlling ownership for about $10 billion. The deal, which still requires NBA approval, was reportedly reached in three days. Kushner and Iger say they aim to build on the Lakers' legacy and return the team to championship contention.