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Weghorst reunited with Ten Hag at FC Twente

Ajax have officially announced that Wout Weghorst has left the club upon the expiry of his contract.

The ex-Burnley and Manchester United striker has sealed a two-year move to FC Twente, linking up once again with his former United manager Erik ten Hag, who now serves as the club’s technical director.

Weghorst joined Ajax in the summer of 2024 and is currently a member of the Netherlands national team competing at the 2026 World Cup.

Tuchel: High chance Anderson's Man City move done next week

England national team head coach Thomas Tuchel has commented on Elliot Anderson’s display in the 2-0 friendly victory over Panama last Saturday, as well as the player’s imminent transfer to Manchester City.

“I believe there is a strong probability the transfer will be finalised before the last-32 stage,” he stated.

“He plays with total confidence and complete control on the pitch.

“There are no fitness issues whatsoever. The medical team has given full clearance, and he is completely injury-free.”

Godfrey completes Rangers medical

Latest updates from Sky Sports News journalists Dharmesh Sheth, Sahil Jaidka and Luca Bendoni:

Atalanta defender Ben Godfrey has successfully undergone his medical examination with Rangers, ahead of a season-long loan switch to the Scottish club.

The English defender joined the Serie A side from Everton back in 2024.

Since then, he has spent time out on loan at Ipswich Town, Sheffield United and Brondby.

The loan agreement is expected to include a substantial purchase option for Rangers at the end of the season.

Fuchs steps down as Newport manager

Christian Fuchs has resigned from his position as manager of Newport County.
The former Leicester City defender stepped into senior management for the first time when he was appointed in November 2025. He successfully secured the club’s League Two status on the final matchday of the season.

Chelsea interested in Xhaka

Latest updates from Sky Sports News’ Kaveh Solhekol and Keith Downie:
Chelsea are pursuing a deal to sign Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka and have registered their interest in the player.

Rangers in talks for Godfrey

Latest updates from Sky Sports News’ Sahil Jaidka and Luca Bendoni:
Rangers are holding negotiations with Atalanta over a potential season-long loan deal for defender Ben Godfrey.

The Englishman made the move from Everton to the Italian Serie A club in 2024.
He has previously completed loan spells at Ipswich Town, Sheffield United and Brondby, and the upcoming loan deal is likely to feature a sizeable purchase clause.

Man City sign Troyes forward Detourbet

French side Troyes have confirmed the sale of forward Mathys Detourbet to Manchester City.

Troyes announced the transfer via social platform X and their official website, without disclosing any financial terms of the deal.

According to French sports outlet L'Equipe, City have paid approximately £21.6 million to sign the 19-year-old French forward, who will be sent on loan to Monaco for the entirety of the upcoming season.

Transfer Talk podcast: Spurs' midfield rebuild, Palestra to Chelsea and Everton's Bowen interest

Sky Sports News’ Dharmesh Sheth hosts the latest Transfer Talk podcast, joined by The Sun’s Jack Rosser, ESPN’s Sam Tighe and Sky’s Michael Bridge. The panel discusses Tottenham Hotspur’s midfield overhaul plans under new boss Roberto De Zerbi, with the club targeting signings of Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes to strengthen their midfield ranks.

In addition, Xabi Alonso is poised to seal his first signing as Chelsea manager, bringing in Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra – who was awarded the Serie A Defender of the Season title last campaign.

The podcast also covers the future of winger Jarrod Bowen, with Everton and manager David Moyes having reached out to enquire about a potential transfer for the player.