Overview
- Sporting Cristal confirmed goalkeeper Renato Solís suffered a right ACL rupture and will undergo surgery, with medical estimates pointing to a multi‑month layoff and a possible midseason return if recovery stays on track.
- Talleres is set to add two attackers, with Diego Valoyes returning on loan from Juárez and Ronaldo Martínez arriving from Platense in a deal reported at about $3 million for 50% of his rights and a contract through 2028, while talks for left‑back César Ibáñez are stalled.
- Universitario accepted César Inga’s exit as the 23‑year‑old chooses between Sporting Kansas City and Watford, with reporting of an MLS offer above $1.6 million, and the team lost 1‑0 to Sport Boys in a closed‑door preseason match decided by a penalty.
- Alianza Lima midfielder Sergio Peña scored an early own goal against Unión, received an on‑field rebuke from coach Pablo Guede, and later posted a public defense on Instagram responding to criticism.
- Real Madrid supporters booed and displayed calls for Florentino Pérez to step down during a 2‑0 win over Levante at the Bernabéu, reflecting lingering frustration despite the result.