Chelsea have sounded out a move for Barcelona midfielder Fermín López but will need to raise money first, sources have told ESPN.     Read More  

USMNT team head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he hasn’t spoken to Christian Pulisic since the player opted out of playing in this summer’s Gold Cup.     Read More  

The U.S. men’s national team roster for friendlies against South Korea and Japan features a recall for Christian Pulisic and others but no place for Weston McKennie.     Read More  

Given how much clubs spend these days, some curious transfers have major bust / boom potential.     Read More  

Inter Miami assistant coach Javier Morales said the team will continue to monitor Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba before deciding on the availability of each player for the Leagues Cup semifinal match against Orlando City on Wednesday night.     Read More  

Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard has been included in Norway’s national team squad for upcoming matches, easing concern over an apparent injury.     Read More  

Dean Smith’s Charlotte FC continue their fine form in MLS and in the latest ESPN Power Rankings.     Read More  

Yunus Musah has revealed he missed the USMNT’s Gold Cup campaign due to fatigue and insisted the rest will ensure he can thrive for club and country.     Read More  

Borussia Dortmund will keep players’ parents away from locker room areas after an incident with Jobe Bellingham’s father.     Read More  

Kobbie Mainoo and André Onana will be handed the chance to stake a claim for a first-team spot at Manchester United in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup tie.     Read More