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2.8.26 Premier League: Brentford Transfers

Brentford have signed Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare from Lens on a five-year deal, with an option for an additional year, in a club-record transfer. The 24-year-old arrives after an impressive season with Lens and is expected to strengthen Brentford's midfield following his rise in France and international success with Mali.

2.8.26 Premier League: Bournemouth Transfers

Bournemouth have signed defender Antonio Silva from Benfica for a reported £25 million, making him the club's second signing under new manager Marco Rose. The 22-year-old arrives after making 235 appearances and winning six major trophies with Benfica, strengthening Bournemouth's defense ahead of the new Premier League season.

2.8.26 Bundesliga: Mainz Injuries

Mainz 05 midfielder Eric Martel is expected to miss several weeks after suffering a medial collateral ligament injury in his right knee during a preseason friendly against Shabab Al Ahli Dubai. The club said his recovery timeline will depend on his healing process, with estimates ranging from two weeks to three months.

2.8.26 Bundesliga: Bayer Leverkusen Injuries

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kennet Eichhorn has been ruled out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a metabolic disorder during routine medical examinations. The 17-year-old will undergo further evaluation and treatment by specialists, with no timeline set for his return.

2.8.26 Serie A: Roma Transfers

Roma have signed Greece international defender Konstantinos Koulierakis from Wolfsburg for €15 million. The 22-year-old center-back strengthens one of Serie A's strongest defenses as the club prepares for another push near the top of the table.

1.8.26 Premier League: Chelsea Transfers

Chelsea have been fined £10 million and handed a suspended two-window transfer ban after admitting 74 breaches of FA agent regulations. The club successfully appealed an initial suspended six-point deduction, which was replaced by the suspended transfer ban through June 30, 2027. Chelsea self-reported the historical breaches in 2022 following the club's ownership change, and the FA said the fine will be invested in grassroots football while investigations into individual misconduct continue.

2.8.26 NBA: Golden State Warriors Transfers

The Warriors have re-signed Gary Payton II to a one-year, $3.9 million veteran minimum contract, keeping the veteran forward with the franchise for a seventh season. After appearing in 73 games last season, Payton returns as a key defensive reserve, joining a veteran core that Golden State has largely retained on short-term deals.

1.8.26 NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers Transfers

The Cleveland Cavaliers officially signed Mario Hezonja, marking the Croatian forward's return to the NBA after six seasons in Europe. The 31-year-old joins Cleveland following a standout run with Real Madrid, where he won a EuroLeague title, earned Liga ACB MVP honors in 2025-26. Hezonja previously played five NBA seasons with the Magic, Knicks and Trail Blazers.

2.8.26 MLB: Atlanta Braves Transfers

The Braves traded two minor league pitchers to the Royals for outfielder Lane Thomas and left-hander Bailey Falter. Thomas is expected to platoon in left field against left-handed pitching, while Falter will report to Triple-A Gwinnett. In return, Kansas City received pitching prospects Lucas Braun and Carter Holton.

1.8.26 MLB: Seattle Mariners Injuries

The Seattle Mariners placed third baseman J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to July 30, due to left wrist inflammation after he was hurt while swinging. General manager Justin Hollander expects Crawford to miss a couple of weeks. Infielder Leo Rivas was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma, while Weston Wilson started at third base in Friday's loss to the Minnesota Twins.

1.8.26 NHL: San Jose Sharks Transfers

The San Jose Sharks signed forward Collin Graf to a three-year, $12.75 million contract after his breakout 2025-26 season. The 23-year-old recorded 21 goals and 25 assists in 81 games while emerging as a reliable two-way player and key penalty killer. Undrafted out of Quinnipiac University, Graf has totaled 26 goals and 33 assists in 121 career NHL games.

30.7.26 NHL: San Jose Sharks Transfers

The San Jose Sharks signed star forward Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million contract extension, making him the NHL's highest-paid player with an $18.8 million annual salary beginning in 2027-28. Celebrini, who set a franchise-record 115 points last season, accepted slightly less than the maximum possible deal to give the Sharks more roster-building flexibility as the team continues its rebuild.