Key Updates: Khacheridi Returns, Barthez Joins, Rodri Falters and More
European Football
La Liga is introducing balls equipped with embedded sensors to track every touch by every player during matches.
Fabien Barthez has joined Zinedine Zidane‘s coaching staff. Within the French national team setup, he will take charge of goalkeeper training.
The next Spanish Super Cup will be held in Turkey, as Saudi Arabia will be occupied hosting the Asian Cup.
Transfers
Barcelona’s second attempt to sign Rodri has failed again, with Manchester City demanding a slightly higher fee.
Today marks the final day for Manchester City to complete the signing of Enzo Fernández, as set by Chelsea’s deadline.
Dušan Vlahović has become a player for Beşiktaş. The Turkish club paid a substantial signing bonus to secure his services.
Another major transfer saga is brewing, with a Saudi club reportedly ready to offer Galatasaray a huge sum for Victor Osimhen.
Global Football
Gianni Infantino is pushing for the World Cup to expand to 64 teams, hoping this will appease South American football federations.
Meanwhile, six Arab football federations have expressed their support for Infantino’s proposal, representing some very influential nations.
Lionel Messi has returned to the pitch following the passing of his father, but his team, Inter Miami, suffered a disappointing result in that match.
Opinion
This summer’s transfer window is shaping up to be the most expensive in history. We have analyzed the reasons and nuances behind this trend.