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2.7.26 Premier League: Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest have parted ways with manager Vitor Pereira and are set to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as his successor. Despite Pereira guiding Forest to Premier League survival and the Europa League semifinals, owner Evangelos Marinakis opted for a managerial change, with Glasner expected to lead the club's ambitious push for trophies.

2.7.26 Premier League: Chelsea Transfers

Chelsea have completed the signing of right-back Marco Palestra from Atalanta in a deal worth around £47 million, including add-ons. The 21-year-old, who signed a six-year contract, becomes the first signing under new manager Xabi Alonso after Chelsea beat Inter Milan to secure the Serie A Defender of the Year.

2.7.26 Ligue 1: Marseille

Marseille have named Bruno Genesio as their new head coach after a disappointing season that saw the club miss out on Champions League qualification and undergo major upheaval. Genesio replaces Habib Beye and takes charge as the French club looks to rebuild following managerial changes, executive turnover, fan protests and financial sanctions.

2.7.26 Bundesliga: Bayern Transfers

Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Moroccan midfielder Ismael Saibari from PSV Eindhoven on a contract through 2031. While the transfer fee was not officially disclosed, reports value the deal at around €50-55 million, making it one of PSV's biggest-ever sales.

2.7.26 Serie A: Lazio Injuries

Lazio confirmed goalkeeper Alessio Furlanetto has undergone surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and is expected to be sidelined for four to five months. The club's injury problems could worsen, with reports suggesting winger Gustav Isaksen also requires surgery for a persistent groin issue.

1.7.26 World Cup 2026: Holland

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following the team's shock World Cup Round of 32 elimination to Morocco on penalties. Koeman, who returned for a second spell in charge in 2023, guided the Dutch to the Euro 2024 semifinals and an unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign, but ended his tenure after the disappointing early exit. The Netherlands topped their World Cup group before conceding a late equalizer and losing in a penalty shootout, marking their earliest World Cup elimination in tournament history.

2.7.26 NBA: Boston Celtics Transfers

The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, 2031) and two second-round picks. Brown departs Boston after helping lead the franchise to its 18th championship and is coming off a career-best season. The move follows weeks of trade speculation and gives Philadelphia a star pairing alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, while Boston adds a veteran forward and valuable draft assets.

2.7.26 NBA: Los Angeles Lakers Transfers

The Los Angeles Lakers began rebuilding their roster after LeBron James' departure by acquiring center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in exchange for multiple future first-round picks and pick swaps. Kessler is expected to sign a four-year, $130 million contract, while the Lakers also added Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes and Collin Sexton in free agency to strengthen their frontcourt and bench depth around Luka Doncic.

2.7.26 NHL: Tampa Bay Lightning Transfers

The Tampa Bay Lightning signed veteran defenseman John Carlson to a two-year contract worth $8.5 million annually after he reached free agency. Carlson, a longtime Washington Capitals standout and 2018 Stanley Cup champion, joins Tampa Bay to help replace the departed Darren Raddysh after contract talks with the Carolina Hurricanes fell through.

30.6.26 NHL: Florida Panthers Transfers

The Panthers acquired goaltender Akira Schmid from the Golden Knights in exchange for a 2028 third-round pick. Schmid, who has one year of team control remaining, gives Florida a potential option in net as it faces uncertainty with its current goaltending situation, while Vegas continues shedding salary to create cap space.

2.7.26 MLB: Athletics Injuries

Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a cartilage tear in his left knee. The two-time All-Star, sidelined since June 8, was batting .200 with 10 home runs and 29 RBIs before landing on the injured list. His absence adds to a growing list of injuries for the Athletics, with Zack Gelof, Jacob Wilson, and Tyler Soderstrom also currently sidelined.

1.7.26 MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have postponed Shohei Ohtani's scheduled Wednesday pitching start against the Athletics to give him additional rest during a stretch of 13 consecutive games. Manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani, who is 8-2 with a 1.58 ERA this season, will instead pitch Friday against the Padres while serving as the designated hitter on Wednesday. The Dodgers will use a bullpen game in his place.