Ben Pawlowski

Kylian Mbappe enters the World Cup third‑place play‑off tied with Lionel Messi in the scoring charts while drawing attention for a series of high‑profile relationships. He has recently been linked to Spanish actress Ester Expósito, following earlier relationships with transgender model Ines Rau and Belgian model Stephanie Rose Bertram, the latter previously partnered with former teammate Gregory van der Wiel.

Arsenal intensifies summer transfer activity after securing Piero Hincapie and Ilan Meslier, with major focus on pursuing Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, who will decide his future after the World Cup. Barcelona remains his preferred destination but financial constraints could open a window for Arsenal. Leandro Trossard is set to depart for Besiktas after travelling for a medical, clearing space for a new left‑wing signing. Additional targets include Morgan Rogers, Bruno Guimaraes and Bradley Barcola.

Arsenal intensifies its summer rebuild with interest in major signings, including Bruno Guimaraes, who has asked to leave Newcastle amid the club’s continued loss of key players. PSG winger Bradley Barcola remains a leading option for the left flank, though Marcel Desailly advises him to stay in France. Reports from Italy indicate Arsenal have agreed personal terms with France midfielder Manu Kone, who impressed during the World Cup and could cost around £43m. With a substantial transfer budget available, the club aims to reinforce both midfield and attack ahead of their Premier League title defense.

Novak Djokovic clashed with umpire Louise Azemar Engzell during his Wimbledon quarter-final against Felix Auger-Aliassime after insisting a serve had hit the net cord and should have been called a let. The official rejected his protest, prompting boos from the Centre Court crowd. Djokovic also criticised officials earlier for closing the roof sooner than he believed necessary, with referee Denise Parnell defending the timing.