The Los Angeles Galaxy are on the lookout for a "world-class" signing, but head coach Curt Onalfo would not confirm whether Zlatan Ibrahimovic was in their crosshairs.

Wayne Rooney's fairytale return to Everton continued as he marked his first appearance since rejoining with a goal.

The mother of Rio and Anton Ferdinand has died after a battle with cancer.

A bomb threat led hundreds of students to seek refuge at Manchester United's pre-season base at UCLA, just hours after Jose Mourinho's men finished training.

Ajax are mourning the abrupt conclusion of Abdelhak Nouri's career after the young Dutchman suffered serious and permanent brain damage when falling ill during a pre-season friendly.

Former Premier League stars Shay Given, Alex Bruce and Wes Brown are training with Vanarama National League side Macclesfield.

Luke Shaw can nail down the role as Manchester United's first-choice left-back if he wants it enough, according to Denis Irwin, one of the club's great full-backs.

Adnan Januzaj admits life at Manchester United did not go to plan and will now try to kickstart his stuttering career with Real Sociedad.

Michael Carrick has been confirmed as the new captain of Manchester United following Wayne Rooney’s exit.

"We’re delighted we’ve been able to complete this transfer. Signing James Rodríguez was our coach Carlo Ancelotti’s biggest wish."

What the papers say…

Returning Everton striker Wayne Rooney insists he had not gone stale at Manchester United and still has plenty to offer his boyhood club.

Chelsea striker Diego Costa is missing the start of pre-season training after being given time off.

A former Manchester United and Northern Ireland footballer ordained to the priesthood has taken part in his first Mass.

Manchester United have completed the signing of striker Romelu Lukaku from Everton.

Wayne Rooney admitted he was excited by the challenge of playing for Everton again after rejoining his boyhood club for an undisclosed fee.

Chelsea striker Diego Costa will miss the start of pre-season training, Press Association Sport understands.

Romelu Lukaku has thanked Everton fans for their support over the last four years ahead of his anticipated move to Manchester United.

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is determined to ensure his Premier League champions do not suffer another "Mourinho season" and slump from first place to 10th.

A disasterous 40-yard own goal from Inter Milan's Geoffrey Kondogbia was not enough for Chelsea to avoid defeat today.