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31.7.26 Premier League: Newcastle

Eddie Howe has left Newcastle United just three weeks before the new Premier League season, with Al Ahli coach Matthias Jaissle set to replace him. Despite the timing creating uncertainty, Howe departs after leading the club from a relegation battle to two Champions League qualifications and its first major trophy since 1969, leaving Newcastle in a far stronger position than when he arrived.

31.7.26 Premier League: Liverpool Injuries

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez is expected to miss around a month with a muscle injury suffered in the club's first preseason match, ruling him out of the Premier League opener against Newcastle. Manager Andoni Iraola said the injury is not serious but acknowledged Liverpool are currently short of center-backs.

31.7.26 Premier League: Chelsea Transfers

Chelsea have completed the signing of defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace on a six-year deal, making him the club's fifth arrival of the summer. The France international strengthens Chelsea's defense as the club shifts its recruitment strategy toward experienced players under Xabi Alonso following a disappointing 10th-place finish last season.

31.7.26 La Liga: Real Madrid Injuries

Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio will be sidelined for at least six weeks after suffering a rectus femoris muscle injury in his right leg. The setback rules him out for the rest of preseason and the opening weeks of La Liga, while also complicating the club's plans to transfer the defender due to limited interest from potential suitors.

31.7.26 La Liga: Real Madrid Injuries

Real Madrid have agreed to sign Levante striker Carlos Espi on a five-year contract through 2031. The 21-year-old joins after scoring 11 La Liga goals last season, with the move following Madrid's plans to strengthen their attack after an expected first-team departure.

31.7.26 Ligue 1: Monaco Transfers

AS Monaco have signed striker Matthis Abline from Nantes on a five-year deal in a reported €25 million transfer. The 23-year-old, who scored 15 Ligue 1 goals over the past two seasons, is expected to bolster Monaco's attack alongside U.S. international Folarin Balogun ahead of the new campaign.

31.7.26 MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers Injuries

Shohei Ohtani was held out of the Dodgers' lineup Thursday as a precaution due to lingering soreness in his left knee, though manager Dave Roberts expects him to return Friday. The knee has delayed Ohtani's return to pitching, but the Dodgers remain optimistic he will pitch again this season and are not considering placing him on the injured list.

30.7.26 MLB: Athletics Injuries

Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz will have an MRI after leaving Wednesday's game against the Red Sox with a bruised left forearm after being hit by a pitch. Initial X-rays were inconclusive, according to manager Mark Kotsay. The 23-year-old All-Star, who recently returned from a thumb injury, is batting .260 with a team-leading 21 home runs and 77 walks this season.

30.7.26 NBA: Los Angeles Clippers Transfers

The NBA's investigation into whether the LA Clippers circumvented the salary cap through Kawhi Leonard's endorsement deal could continue into 2027 if the league, the Clippers and the NBPA fail to reach an agreement. The Clippers deny any wrongdoing and have indicated they would challenge any penalties through arbitration, while the players' union says it has not seen evidence supporting the allegations. The unresolved probe has also delayed a proposed trade that would send Leonard to the Toronto Raptors.

29.7.26 NBA: Golden State Warriors Transfers

Draymond Green has agreed to a one-year, $27.7 million contract to remain with the Golden State Warriors after declining his player option earlier this offseason. The move initially gave the Warriors added financial flexibility as they pursued LeBron James, but Green stayed after James signed with the 76ers.

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.