The Nations League semi-finals start on Wednesday with Germany, Spain, France and Portugal seeking to fine tune their sides with the World Cup just one year away.

Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi, a target for Arsenal, gave an interview to RNE where he talked, among other things, about a possible call from Xabi Alonso for Real Madrid. The midfielder made it very clear that the Basque coach is his idol.

Hosts Germany insisted that playing the Nations League finals at home was a "privilege", dismissing suggestions of additional pressure ahead of Wednesday's semi-final against Portugal in Munich.

Jobe Bellingham is reportedly keen to join Borussia Dortmund, following the path once taken by his older brother Jude. According to Bild, the 19-year-old midfielder has informed Sunderland of his desire to sign for the Bundesliga giants despite the club's recent promotion to the Premier League.

Saudi Arabia is stepping up its pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur forward Heung-min Son, with reports from England suggesting that the 32-year-old could consider leaving north London this summer.

Spain are set to face France in the Nations League semi-finals in Stuttgart – the very city where Marc Cucurella became a lightning rod for controversy during Euro 2024.

Portugal face Germany in the Nations League semi-finals. This will be the sixth time Cristiano Ronaldo meets the Mannschaft, against whom he has suffered defeat in all five previous encounters — all in major tournaments.

Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi is leaving after four years by "mutual agreement", the club announced on Tuesday, as Italian media reported he was moving to Saudi Arabia.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have approached AC Milan over a potential deal for goalkeeper Mike Maignan as they look to bolster their options following a disappointing campaign from Robert Sanchez.

European club trophy winners Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in will hope to fire South Korea to the World Cup in the coming days with four remaining automatic spots from Asia up for grabs.

Brentford confirmed on Tuesday the signing of Irish goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool, in a deal worth an initial £12.5 million.

Zico, who was instrumental in Japan's development as a football nation, has warned that players are moving to Europe too young and cites his native Brazil as a cautionary tale.

Alex Valle has officially joined Como permanently, with the Italian side triggering the full value of his release clause. The transfer brings in €6 million for Barcelona, marking the club's first sale of the summer window.

Bayer Leverkusen announced on Tuesday the arrival of Dutch goalkeeper Mark Flekken in a move designed to strengthen their options between the posts.