Ajax

Ajax and Adidas have launched the club's 2026/2027 training collection, coinciding with the squad's return for pre-season under new head coach Míchel, as preparations begin for the UEFA Conference League qualifying rounds.

The Netherlands secured a commanding 5-1 victory over Sweden in a 2026 World Cup Group F match, with Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each netting two goals to propel the Dutch to the top of their group.

Colombian forward Camilo Duran has reportedly captured the attention of Celtic, with his impressive goalscoring record in the Champions League for Qarabag positioning him as a prime candidate to bolster the Scottish champions' attacking options.

Dani Ceballos is set to leave Real Madrid on a free transfer after agreeing to terminate his contract, clearing the way for an emotional return to boyhood club Real Betis despite firm interest from Ajax.

Goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen is reportedly a candidate for a move to Ajax Amsterdam, a club navigating a period of underperformance. This speculation follows a challenging 2025/26 season for the German international, marked by a loan spell and injury.

Álvaro Arbeloa, the outgoing interim manager of Real Madrid, reportedly offered his services to Bayer Leverkusen but was turned down by the Bundesliga club. Leverkusen's ongoing search for a new head coach faces multiple challenges, impacting potential player acquisitions.

Hibernian FC has been confirmed as a seeded team for the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round draw, offering a more favourable initial path in their second consecutive European campaign.

Aston Villa face Lille in the standout quarter-final tie as the Conference League draw delivers intriguing matchups, with Unai Emery's side emerging as clear favorites to lift the trophy in Athens.