Juventus are closing in on the signing of Canadian striker Jonathan David, with a medical scheduled for Friday as the Italians prepare to welcome the prolific forward on a free transfer.

Aitana Bonmati is on the road to recovery from the viral meningitis scare which has kept her out of Spain's Euro 2025 opener against Portugal, coach Montse Tome said on Wednesday.

According to reports in England, Liverpool are preparing to push forward with their pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, having recently submitted a £35 million offer. The club's summer spending spree continues as they target strengthening their defensive options.

Bayern Munich are considering a summer move for Chelsea's Renato Veiga as they assess potential reinforcements in central defence. The 21-year-old Portuguese talent has emerged as one of four shortlisted options, though any transfer is expected to depend on the departure of Kim Min-Jae, whose future at the Allianz Arena remains unresolved.

The Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) has urged La Liga to delay Real Madrid's opening league fixture, should the club reach the final stages of the FIFA Club World Cup. The union has already held talks with the team's captains and has proposed alternative dates of 27th August, 29th October, and 3rd December.

The Barcelona-Nico Williams saga takes another twist. The player has reportedly demanded that the Catalan club include a release clause in his contract should they fail to register him with La Liga. Barcelona are standing firm against this demand. Meanwhile, Dani Olmo, who faced similar uncertainty last summer, has sent a reassuring message to his potential future teammate.

Atletico Madrid announced on Wednesday the signing of Alex Baena, who arrives from Villarreal for a fixed fee of €45 million plus €5 million in add-ons. The midfielder has signed a five-year contract, committing him to the club until 2030.

Javier Tebas has voiced his concerns about the long-term issues a competition like the Club World Cup could create. He also stressed the importance of continuing the fight against piracy.

Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Brazilian forward Joao Pedro from Brighton & Hove Albion for a reported fee of £60 million as the Londoners continue their ambitious recruitment drive this summer.

Eberechi Eze is understood to be open to a move to Arsenal this summer, with the Crystal Palace star increasingly attracted by the club's long-term project.

Juventus coach Igor Tudor acknowledged Real Madrid's superiority in the Club World Cup round of 16 match and said that his players were physically tired.

Myles Lewis-Skelly shared his thoughts after signing a new contract with Arsenal. The Gunners youth product said he feels at home and is proud to have fulfilled a dream.

Sergio Ramos praised Monterrey, who bowed out of the Club World Cup after losing to Borussia Dortmund. The Spaniard, happy with the progress of Mexican football.

Arsenal target Cristhian Mosquera is still prioritising a possible move to the Gunners despite Valencia offering their defender a new contract with an improved salary.