United 5 – 0 in Norway
Manchester United closed their pre-season weekend with a 5 – 0 friendly win over Rosenborg in Trondheim on July 25. New signing Andrey Santos was involved in the squad’s preparations as United head to further friendlies in Sweden, Ireland and Poland ahead of the season.
Szoboszlai shines in 4 – 2 win
Dominik Szoboszlai struck a long-range goal as Liverpool began Andoni Iraola’s era with a 4 – 2 pre-season victory over Sunderland in Nashville. The match also saw Joe Gomez withdrawn early with a precautionary issue; the club will monitor his fitness through the tour.
Arsenal linked with Vinícius Jr
On July 26 Arsenal were linked in reports with interest in Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr and were said to be pursuing Bruno Guimarães with a formal bid reported as imminent. Journalists noted that, for Vinícius, no club‑to‑club contact had been made at that stage.
Coventry complete Amenda move
Coventry completed the signing of Swiss centre-back Aurèle Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt earlier in July as they prepare for their Premier League return; July 26 compilations of summer transfers listed Amenda among the moves as clubs continue to finalise squads.