Football

Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso praises Enzo Fernandez’s “really good attitude” amidst transfer speculation as the Premier League season approaches. Get the latest Che

Arsenal agree a £51m deal to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, bolstering their defence amidst injuries to Saliba and Timber. Get the full transfer details

Celtic secure a dominant first-leg lead against LASK in their Champions League play-off at Celtic Park, with goals from Duran and Nygren. Read more on their pat

Marcus Rashford responds to Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville’s discussion about his Manchester United future. The forward thanked Carragher on social media.

Sheffield United co-chair Steven Rosen faces EFL disqualification over a £35m debt dispute linked to the club’s purchase. A High Court winding-up order was issu

Manchester United is close to sealing a £60m deal for Brighton’s Carlos Baleba. The Cameroon international is set for a five-year contract and medical.

Aston Villa and Saudi club Al Hilal are in talks over a potential transfer for England striker Ollie Watkins. Al Hilal’s initial €45m bid was rejected.

Tottenham Hotspur face Hoffenheim in a behind-closed-doors friendly today at Hotspur Way, following their 3-0 win. Kick-off is at 12 noon.

Arsenal claim a dominant 3-0 Community Shield victory over Manchester City in Cardiff with goals from Calafiori, Havertz, and Ødegaard. A strong start for the G

Aston Villa are reportedly close to signing Japanese international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma, amidst uncertainty surrounding Emiliano Martínez’s future.