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20.7.25 La Liga: Barcelona Injuries

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly unsure about undergoing surgery to treat a back problem that has kept him training separately during pre-season. Medical staff have advised the operation, but Ter Stegen, who missed most of last season due to knee surgery, is reluctant and has requested more time to decide. A decision is expected by July 24. If he opts for surgery, he could be out for another four months.

20.7.25 Premier League: Aston Villa Transfers

Aston Villa have secured the signing of 19-year-old centre-back Modou Keba Cisse from Austrian club LASK on a pre-contract agreement. The Senegal-born defender will officially join Villa next summer for a reported £4 million fee, making him one of LASK's most valuable departures. Cisse, who began his career at Real Avila in Spain, made 10 Austrian Bundesliga appearances last season and is regarded as a promising talent.

20.7.25 La Liga: Barcelona Injuries

Barcelona prospect Ibrahim Diarra has suffered a muscle tear in his right thigh, ruling him out of the club's upcoming pre-season tour of Japan and Korea. The 18-year-old Malian, who had impressed under Hansi Flick, sustained the injury just as he was returning from a previous setback.

20.7.25 Scottish Premier League: Celtic Transfers

Celtic have completed the signing of 25-year-old Japanese striker Shin Yamada from Kawasaki Frontale on a four-year contract, with the transfer fee reported to be around £1.5 million. Yamada, who scored 19 goals in the J-League last season, joins a growing group of Japanese players at Celtic Park and will compete with Adam Idah, Daizen Maeda, and Johnny Kenny for a starting role.

19.7.25 Premier League: Leeds Transfers

Leeds United have signed midfielder Sean Longstaff from Newcastle for £12 million plus add-ons. The 27-year-old ends his 18-year spell at Newcastle and signs a four-year deal with Leeds. Longstaff, who made 214 appearances for the Magpies but saw limited action last season, said he was drawn by Leeds' strong interest and passionate fanbase.

19.7.25 Premier League: Manchester United Transfers

Manchester United have agreed to sign Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo in a deal worth £71 million, with £65m paid up front and £6m in add-ons. The 25-year-old, who scored 20 Premier League goals last season, becomes United's third summer signing under Ruben Amorim. The transfer marks a major profit for Brentford, who signed Mbeumo for just £5.8m in 2019.

20.7.25 NBA: Los Angeles Lakers Transfers

Marcus Smart has agreed to a buyout with the Washington Wizards and plans to sign a two-year, $11 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, which includes a player option for 2026 free agency. The 2022 Defensive Player of the Year and three-time All-Defense first-team selection was actively recruited by Lakers star Luka Doncic. Smart, who previously made the playoffs in nine straight seasons with Boston, returns to a contending stage after missing the postseason the last two years with Memphis and Washington.

19.7.25 NBA: New Orleans Pelicans Injuries

Pelicans rookie Derik Queen is expected to miss the start of training camp after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist. Queen suffered the injury during an NBA Summer League game on Tuesday and had surgery Friday to address a torn scapholunate ligament. He will be re-evaluated in approximately 12 weeks.

20.7.25 MLB: Chicago White Sox Injuries

White Sox rookie pitcher Shane Smith was placed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained left ankle, just four days after appearing in the All-Star Game as Chicago's lone representative. Smith was injured during a team workout on Thursday, and his IL stint is retroactive to Wednesday.

19.7.25 MLB: NY Mets Injuries

Mets pitcher Max Kranick will undergo Tommy John surgery, ending his 2025 season. The 28-year-old right-hander, who had the same procedure in 2022, was placed on the injured list June 19 with an elbow strain. Kranick had a 3.65 ERA in 24 appearances this season.

In a bit of good news for New York's injury-hit bullpen, left-hander Brooks Raley returned from the 60-day IL after recovering from his own Tommy John surgery, replacing Richard Lovelady on the roster.

19.7.25 NHL: Winnipeg Jets Transfers

The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Gabriel Vilardi to a six-year, $45 million contract extension. Vilardi, 25, became a restricted free agent on July 1 after a breakout 2024-25 season in which he posted career highs with 27 goals, 34 assists, and 61 points in 71 games.

18.7.25 NHL: Anaheim Ducks Transfers

The Anaheim Ducks have signed goaltender Lukas Dostal to a five-year, $32.5 million contract extension. Dostal, 25, is coming off a season where he went 23-23-7 with a 3.10 goals-against average and a .903 save percentage in 54 games. With John Gibson traded to Detroit, Dostal is expected to take over as the Ducks' No. 1 goalie.