The Samurai Blue meet Brazil while the Atlas Lions challenge the Netherlands in fixtures that test whether nations outside Europe and South America can claim football’s biggest prize.
Atalanta are expected to loan defender Ben Godfrey to Glasgow Rangers with an option to buy after the England international made just five appearances following his €12.5m move from Everton last year.
Lazio are targeting Napoli’s Lorenzo Lucca and Fiorentina’s Roberto Piccoli to fill their striker vacancy, but the Rome club will only pursue loan arrangements for either player.
OGC Nice are negotiating with FC Metz over a move for captain Gauthier Hein, though the Ligue 1 side have yet to submit an official offer for the 29-year-old.
Paris Saint-Germain have moved into pole position to sign AS Monaco forward Maghnes Akliouche, with the France international expected to leave the Principality club this summer.
Serie A returnees Venezia have completed the signing of 20-year-old Polish winger Korel Lisman from Lech Poznan. The deal is reported to be worth €2 million, with the player signing a contract until 2030.
Barcelona are preparing an improved offer for Julián Álvarez, though Atlético Madrid remain firm on their valuation and are using interest from Paris Saint-Germain to strengthen their negotiating position.
Brazilian left-back Caio Henrique is expected to undergo a medical with Ajax this weekend as he nears a €10 million move from AS Monaco. The deal could rise to €14 million with performance-related bonuses.
ESTAC Troyes have confirmed the sale of midfielder Mathys Detourbet to Manchester City. The 19-year-old France youth international is expected to join AS Monaco on loan immediately.
Spain have lost Yéremy Pino for the remainder of the World Cup after the Crystal Palace winger suffered a broken collarbone against Uruguay. Nico Williams is also doubtful, leaving Luis de la Fuente short of wide options.