Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has suggested he would merit Ballon d'Or consideration should England triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Germany international Deniz Undav has ended speculation over his future by signing a contract extension with VfB Stuttgart that will keep him at the Bundesliga club until 2029, with the option of a further year.
Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nathaniel Brown insisted his full attention remained on Germany's upcoming 2026 World Cup campaign after reports linked him with a move to Bayern Munich.
Alexander Nubel's three-year spell at VfB Stuttgart has officially come to an end, with the Germany international returning to parent club Bayern Munich amid uncertainty over his long-term future.
Mamelodi Sundowns are currently preparing for a high-profile friendly encounter with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig.
Patrick Wimmer has said there is "disbelief" inside the camp after VfL Wolfsburg were relegated from the Bundesliga following a 2-1 play-off defeat to SC Paderborn on Monday night.