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17.8.26 Premier League: Arsenal Injuries

Arsenal are expected to start their Premier League title defence without key defenders William Saliba and Jurrien Timber. Saliba is recovering from a back injury and could be out until winter 2026, while Timber is progressing from groin surgery but remains several weeks away from returning. Christian Mosquera and Ben White are set to cover their absences.

17.8.26 Premier League: Newcastle Transfers

Newcastle United have agreed a £29.5 million deal with Benfica for right-back Amar Dedic. The 23-year-old is expected to undergo a medical on Monday, with the club confident of completing the transfer before their Premier League opener against Liverpool.

17.8.26 La Liga: Betis Injuries

Real Betis defender Hector Bellerin is an early injury doubt for next Friday's La Liga opener against Real Sociedad after suffering an ankle injury in a 1-0 preseason loss to Inter Milan. The former Arsenal player tried to continue but was eventually forced off, though Betis' medical staff remain hopeful he can recover in time.

17.8.26 La Liga: Real Madrid Injuries

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo is expected to remain sidelined until early 2027 as he recovers from a serious knee injury involving both his ACL and meniscus. His lengthy absence will force Jose Mourinho to plan without the versatile Brazilian for the opening months of the season, despite Madrid adding Yan Diomande to their attacking options.

17.8.26 Serie A: Juventus Transfers

Juventus have completed the permanent signing of Colombian defender Jhon Lucumi from Bologna. The 28-year-old has signed a contract through June 2030 after making 152 appearances for Bologna over four seasons, including Champions League action.

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.

17.8.26 NBA: Dallas Mavericks Injuries

Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is making encouraging progress in his recovery from a season-ending right foot injury. While there is no official return timeline, Dallas hopes Lively will be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season.

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.

17.8.26 NFL: Arizona Cardinals Injuries

Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love is dealing with a high ankle sprain and is unlikely to play again this preseason. Arizona hopes he will recover in time for Week 1 against the Chargers. Rookie quarterback Carson Beck is also day-to-day with lingering rib soreness.

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.

17.8.26 MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers Injuries

Dodgers left-hander Justin Wrobleski was placed on the injured list with forearm inflammation after a strong first half followed by a recent slump. Manager Dave Roberts said the move is precautionary and expects Wrobleski to return quickly. Kyle Hurt was called up to replace him, while the Dodgers can manage their six-man rotation without an extra starter due to upcoming off days.

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.