John Stones has joined Inter Milan on a free transfer after ten years and 295 appearances at Manchester City.
Elliott back in Liverpool fold after Villa loan, future undecided
Harvey Elliott has returned to Liverpool after a loan spell at Aston Villa and started both of Andoni Iraola’s first two pre-season games, though his long-term future at the club is yet to be decided.
Gomez faces weeks out with muscle injury
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola says Joe Gomez faces approximately one month out after suffering a muscle injury in pre-season, ruling him out of the start of the season.
Iraola on Wirtz role, centre-back shortage and transfer window uncertainty
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola outlined plans for Florian Wirtz behind the striker and flagged a centre-back shortage ahead of Sunday’s pre-season friendly against Leeds United in Chicago.
Szoboszlai wants to lead by example as Liverpool begin new era
Dominik Szoboszlai said he wants to lead by example at Liverpool after signing a new long-term contract, speaking ahead of Sunday’s pre-season match against Leeds United in Chicago.
City vs Inter: Thirteen players who appeared for both clubs
Ahead of Saturday’s pre-season opener against Inter in Hong Kong, a look at the thirteen players who have represented both Manchester City and Inter Milan.
Fofana: Xabi Alonso knows football so well, you listen when he talks
Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana praised new manager Xabi Alonso during the club’s pre-season tour in Sydney, saying the former midfielder’s playing career gives him instant authority with the squad.
Vieri: Pre-season clash with City will push both sides
Christian Vieri says Saturday’s pre-season meeting between Manchester City and Inter Milan in Hong Kong will drive both squads competitively ahead of the new season.
From goalkeeper to centre-back: Key facts on Chelsea’s new signing Maxence Lacroix
Chelsea have signed French international centre-back Maxence Lacroix, 26, from Crystal Palace, with the defender having previously represented France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Semenyo: Maresca has an eye for detail, similar to Guardiola
Antoine Semenyo says Manchester City players are adapting well to Enzo Maresca’s detailed training approach ahead of their pre-season tour of Asia.