Transfer news LIVE: Eze picks Arsenal; Man Utd reach Baleba agreement; Rodrygo wants Liverpool; Isak twist

Latest transfer news headlines

• Arsenal and Tottenham face Eze dilemma
• Isak to Liverpool latest as Slot demands more attackers
• Newcastle to step up pursuit of Isak replacement after Brentford deal
• Brighton issue Baleba statement amid Man Utd pursuit
• Chelsea nearing Garnacho deal, Nkunku sale could fund Simons
• Rodrygo ‘chooses’ Liverpool

Tottenham target Leverkusen centre-back Hincapie

17:53 , Alex Dakers

Tottenham are said to have identified Piero Hincapie as a “favoured transfer target”.

Spurs insider Paul O’Keefe says there is an appreciation that any deal for the 23-year-old left sided centre-back – currently under contract at Bayer Leverkusen until 2029 – will be “difficult” and involve a “large fee”.

However, both manager and club are said to se the Ecuadorian as an “ideal candidate”.

Dortmund approach City for Echeverri

17:45 , Alex Dakers

With Chelsea still pushing back on their Carney Chukwuemeka proposals, Borussia Dortmund appear to have shifted focus to another young Premier League talent.

According to Sky Sports Germany, the Bundesliga side have now reportedly submitted an offer to Manchester City for Claudio Echeverri.

Dortmund are again keen on a loan deal with an option to buy for the 19-year-old, who is under contract with City until 2028.

Other teams including Girona are believed to be monitoring Echeverri’s situation as well.

The Argentine impressed at the Club World Cup for City but is currently injured.

DONE DEAL!

17:32 , Alex Dakers

Liverpool have officially announced the signing of Italian centre-back Giovanni Leoni.

The 18-year-old has arrived from Parma for a reported fee of £26million plus add-ons, and is not expected to be loaned out – instead becoming an instant option for Arne Slot’s backline.

Notably, his arrival takes Liverpool’s total summer spending above the £300m mark.

The Reds’ business has reached £321.5m in paid transfer fees so far, which is currently the third-biggest transfer outlay from a Premier League club in a single window.

Speaking to the club’s website upon his unveiling, Leoni said: “I want to improve a lot with my new teammates in training and after on the pitch, in the Premier League and the Champions League.

“I’ll watch the game [against Bournemouth at Anfield tonight] in the stadium, see the game and then after the game it’s a new journey.”

Forest still keen on Man City full-back Rico Lewis

17:25 , Alex Dakers

Nottingham Forest are said to remain keen on Manchester City full-back Rico Lewis.

There were reports earlier this week that Forest saw an initial bid for the 20-year-old rejected, but the Tricky Trees could be back in for Lewis now having already agreed a deal for fellow City youngster James McAtee.

Lewis – who featured heavily in all competitions under Pep Guardiola last season but may now have fallen behind Matheus Nunes in the pecking order at right-back – is said to be valued in excess of £30million, per Daily Mail Sport.

City have been trying to tie the young defender down to a new deal but have yet to succeed, and are thought to be open to his departure if a good offer is presented.

Having inserted a sell-on and buyback clause in Forest’s deal for McAtee, who only made three Premier League starts last season before captaining England’s Under 21s to European Championship glory over the summer, City would likely demand similar clauses for Lewis.

Chelsea reject Dortmund’s ‘insulting’ Chukwuemeka bid

17:11 , Alex Dakers

That new bid – about €20million (£17m) purchase price after a loan, with a “heavy” sell-on clause – from Borussia Dortmund for Carney Chukwuemeka?

“Immediately rejected” by Chelsea, apparently.

That comes from Fabrizio Romano, who says the Blues are far from happy with Dortmund’s proposal of a loan with obligation to buy.

Chelsea reportedly view the offer as “insulting” because other clubs have approached them regarding a permanent transfer for the 21-year-old midfielder, who spent the second half of last season on loan with Dortmund and is said to be keen on a return to the Bundesliga side.

However, Sky Sports says Chelsea were disappointed with Chukwuemeka’s usage during that last loan spell, which saw him make 17 appearances.

The broadcaster adds that no loan offers will therefore be considered for the player, and that instead bids closer to his £40m pound release clause – with add ons and a sell on fee included – are more likely to turn heads at Stamford Bridge.

Forest agree personal terms with Luiz

17:00 , Alex Dakers

Nottingham Forest are said to have agreed personal terms with Douglas Luiz and are accelerating talks with Juventus for the Brazilian.

The former Aston Villa midfielder is the latest in a slew of potential new arrivals at the City Ground over the last day or so, with Ipswich Town winger Omari Hutchinson and Manchester City midfielder James McAtee also agreeing deals last night with the Tricky Trees, who are reportedly closing in on a move for Rennes striker Arnaud Kalimuendo as well.

Juve, meanwhile, are thought to be eyeing Brighton’s Matt O’Riley as their main option to replace Luiz.

Ederson to miss City’s Wolves trip

16:45 , Alex Dakers

As well as Tottenham target Savinho, who Pep Guardiola said earlier will be out injured for a “few weeks”, goalkeeper Ederson will also miss out on Manchester City’s trip to Wolves this weekend.

The City boss confirmed the Brazilian shot-stopper would be absent from his matchday squad at Molineux, with that update coming amid reports of transfer interest from clubs including Galatasaray.

It also comes as the Sky Blues consider a possible move for Gianluigi Donnarumma, who no longer a part of Paris Saint-Germain’s future plans.

But with nothing agreed for the Italian yet, could we see James Trafford start in goal for City this weekend after his return from Burnley?

DONE DEAL!

16:30 , Alex Dakers

As we reported earlier, Dominic Calvert-Lewin has now completed his move to Leeds United.

The 28-year-old England international left Everton upon the expiration of his contract earlier this summer, and has now signed a three-year deal with the newly-promoted Whites as a free agent.

Dortmund place new bid for Chelsea’s Chukwuemeka

16:20 , Alex Dakers

Borussia Dortmund have submitted a new bid to Chelsea for Carney Chukwuemeka.

Fabrizio Romano says Dortmund’s proposal is worth about €20million (£17m) on loan with an obligation to buy plus a “heavy sell-on clause”.

Chukwuemeka, 21, spent the second half of last season on loan with Dortmund and is said to be keen on returning to the club.

Man Utd loan Collyer to West Brom

16:10 , Alex Dakers

Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer has completed a season-long loan move to West Bromwich Albion.

The 21-year-old made 13 first-team appearances for the Red Devils last season, including his Premier League debut against Liverpool last September, and was involved in pre-season with Ruben Amorim’s side.

He is thought to have a future at Old Trafford, with no buy option believed to have been included in his loan to the Baggies.

Sunderland agree £12m fee for PSG defender Mukiele

16:00 , Alex Dakers

Sunderland have reportedly agreed a £12million deal for Paris Saint-Germain defender Nordi Mukiele.

The Black Cats will pay an initial £9.5m plus £2.5m in add-ons for the 27-year-old Frenchman, Sky Sports has reported.

Mukiele, who spent last season on loan at Bayer Leverkusen, has been given permission to travel to Sunderland for a medical.

He is set to become the newly-promoted side’s 11th summer signing, taking their total spending to nearly £150m.

New Arsenal signings Gyokeres and Zubimendi fit for Old Trafford trip

15:45 , Alex Dakers

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that three key names will likely be fit to face Manchester United in Arsenal’s Premier League opener.

The trio are summer signings Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi, plus the potentially exit-bound Leandro Trossard.

Arteta said that he expected Trossard, who has been suffering from a groin injury, to train tomorrow, and if that was the case, then the forward would be fit enough to travel with the squad to Old Trafford on Sunday.

However, the Belgian’s future at the club remains uncertain as Arsenal look to sanction departures in the closing weeks of the transfer window, potentially to fund a bid for Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze.

Guardiola: Spurs target Savinho out for “a few weeks”

15:32 , Alex Dakers

Tottenham target Savinho will miss out on Manchester City’s trip to Wolves this weekend through injury, Pep Guardiola has revealed.

The Brazilian winger, 21, is being pursued by Spurs as the new Premier League season looms, and City boss Guardiola confirmed on Friday that the player would be absent from his squad at Molineux this weekend.

Rather than being due to speculation over his future, though, the Spanish manager said Savinho’s omission from City’s matchday squad is down to an unspecified injury he picked up against Palmero, the Serie B side his team beat 3-0 last weekend in their final pre-season friendly of the summer.

Savinho started the second half of that match and was not reported as an injury doubt until Friday’s pre-match press conference, but Guardiola said he is now expected to be out for “a few weeks”.

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DEAL AGREED

14:56 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Ben Doak is on his way to Bournemouth.

According to Fabrizio Romano, a deal is in place with Liverpool for a £25million transfer fee for the 19-year-old Scot, as reported earlier.

Glasner: Eze and Guehi will both start season with Palace

14:25 , Alex Dakers

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has announced that Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi will both start the season at Selhurst Park despite continued rumours surrounding both Eagles stars’ futures.

Guehi is of interest to Liverpool, who want another new centre-back after sealing a deal for 18-year-old Giovanni Leoni from Parma, while Eze is believed to be a top target for Tottenham as well as their rivals Arsenal.

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Man Utd sign Barcelona’s Rolfo

14:10 , Alex Dakers

Manchester United have signed Sweden international Fridolina Rolfo on a contract until June 2027.

The deal, subject to registration, concludes Rolfo’s four years at FC Barcelona, where she won two UEFA Champions Leagues and four Primera Division titles.

Rolfo, 31, reached 100 caps and 33 goals for Sweden during last month’s Uefa Women’s European Championships.

A left-sided player equally comfortable in attack or defence, she has 113 goals in 313 senior club appearances for past sides including Barcelona, VfL Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich.

Amorim: Hojlund ‘still an option’ at Man Utd

14:00 , Alex Dakers

Rasmus Hojlund is “still an option” at Manchester United, according to Ruben Amorim, despite rumours that the Dane is nearing a move to AC Milan.

United manager Amorim declined to utilise Hojlund in several pre-season matches, particularly once the club were in talks for new striker Benjamin Sesko, leaving the Danish forward on the verge of a loan move elsewhere, with several Serie A clubs said to be interested.

But in his press conference previewing the Red Devils’ season-opening match against Arsenal, Amorim said of Hojlund: “He’s one more option. We will see.

“We are focused on this game and Rasmus is still an option.”

Might Hojlund be in line to start against the Gunners, to allow Sesko – who is yet to feature for United since his arrival – to come off the bench following a disrupted pre-season of his own?

Amorim also had this to say of his new frontman: “We didn’t have a lot of time but [Sesko] is ready, physically he is ready, that is a big component in our league.

“He is ready to play, we will see if he is going to start.”

Spurs £7m short of Palace’s Eze valuation

13:55 , Alex Dakers

Tottenham are reportedly £7million short of what Crystal Palace want for their English playmaker Eberechi Eze.

The 27-year-old is also being pursued by Arsenal, and has a £68m release clause at Selhurst Park which is believed to expire today.

According to previous reports Palace are expected to hold out for a bid of around that value, with The Independent’s Miguel Delaney revealing that Spurs are currently several million short in their valuation of the player.

Chelsea reject Dortmund’s Chukwuemeka offer

13:50 , Alex Dakers

Chelsea are understood to have rejected an offer from Borussia Dortmund for Carney Chukwuemeka.

The Bundesliga side – where Chukwuemeka, 21, spent the second half of last season on loan – proposed a loan with a £15million purchase obligation for the midfielder, per Sky Sports.

He is one of several players the Blues are looking to offload before the end of the transfer window, and is reportedly keen to return to Dortmund.

Leeds in ‘advanced talks’ for Leicester full-back Justin

13:45 , Alex Dakers

Leeds are also reportedly in advanced talks with Leicester City for James Justin.

Sky Sports says the two sides are currently discussing a fee for the 27-year-old full-back, who has a year left on his contract.

Justin can operate as a left or right-back, and his arrival is expected to open the door for Issac Schmidt to depart amid interest from Werder Bremen.

Calvert-Lewin joins Leeds as free agent

13:35 , Alex Dakers

Dominic Calvert-Lewin will join Leeds United on a free transfer, Daniel Farke has announced.

The Leeds boss confirmed in his press conference this afternoon that the 28-year-old would be arriving at Elland Road after leaving Everton upon the expiration of his contract earlier this summer.

“We have not officially announced it [but] from this afternoon he will be a member of our squad,” Farke said on Friday.

“We are pretty happy and we are all delighted that Dominic will wear a Leeds shirt. Dominic is a proven player at Premier League level. He’s a really good age and is really proven at Premier League.

“His last few seasons have been interrupted by injuries but he played 26 games last season. It’s a chance for him to revive his career and reach former heights at Premier League level. We will build his fitness step by step and build his confidence.”

Arsenal complete recruitment process with new U21 head coach

13:30 , Alex Dakers

Arsenal have concluded the process of appointing a new under-21 head coach to replace Mehmet Ali.

The club have opted to continue their history of promoting from within, by announcing Max Porter has taken the role as Arsenal under-21s’s new head coach ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.

Porter worked as an assistant to Ali last season and also took charge of the Under-19s during their UEFA Youth League games.

Standard Sport understands Jack Wilshere was a strong candidate to replace Ali – who joined Brentford’s first-team coaching staff last month – during Arsenal’s recruitment process.

However, as reported elsewhere Wilshere decided against a return and is now expected to pursue his coaching career in senior football.

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Arteta under pressure to deliver title after big summer at Arsenal

13:20 , Alex Dakers

Stood on the pitch at Emirates Stadium at the end of last season, Mikel Arteta cut a defiant figure.

For the third year in a row, Arsenal had fallen just short in their quest to win the Premier League, and Arteta was determined to lift the mood of fans ahead of the summer break.

The Spaniard told supporters to “chase the dream” of lifting a trophy and vowed that his squad would return renewed in their pursuit.

Arteta’s words set the tone for what has been a busy summer for Arsenal, who have signed six players for an outlay of around £200million.

Now, the pressure is on the gaffer and his squad to deliver, and what better place to start their quest than against Manchester United Old Trafford on Sunday, writes Simon Collings.

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Carragher says Arsenal ‘stole’ £51m signing from Liverpool

13:10 , Alex Dakers

Jamie Carragher has said that Martin Zubimendi had agreed to join Liverpool, before Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta “stole him”.

Zubimendi was heavily linked with a move to Liverpool last summer, but the Spain international opted to stay one more season at Real Sociedad, helping them reach the Copa del Rey semi-final and the Europa League round of 16.

The midfielder has, however, made the move to England this summer as he completed a £51million transfer to Arsenal despite reported interest from Real Madrid – now managed by his idol Xabi Alonso.

Zubimendi has impressed during pre-season and looks set to strike up a formidable partnership with Declan Rice and Martin Odeegard in the middle of the park at the Emirates.

Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Carragher has revealed how close Zubimendi was to joining Liverpool a year ago and believes Arteta had a huge role to play in the decision to reject a switch.

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Bournemouth eyeing Liverpool’s Doak for £25m

13:05 , Alex Dakers

Liverpool attacker Ben Doak looks set to join Bournemouth.

The Guardian reports that the 19-year-old Scot is viewed as a potential replacement for Dango Ouattara, who is nearing a move to Brentford.

It is said the final package for Doak – who Liverpool paid £600,000 in compensation to sign from Celtic in 2022 – will be around £25million.

Doak spent last season on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough, scoring three goals and assisting seven more in 24 appearances before a hamstring injury cut his campaign short.

Porto have also made an approach, according to Ben Jacobs, with Sky Sports reporting that Stuttgart were also interested.

Could this move free up vital funds to help Liverpool finance another bid for Alexander Isak?

Nkunku sale could help fund Simons and Garnacho to Chelsea

13:00 , Alex Dakers

Christopher Nkunku’s exit could pave the way for Chelsea to land Xavi Simons.

Offloading Nicolas Jackson, meanwhile, would also help the Blues to step up their pursuit of Manchester United’s wantaway winger Alejandro Garnacho.

That has always been the plan for Chelsea, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.

Talks have reportedly been opened today with Bayern Munich over Nkunku, with the Blues preferring a sale despite the Bundesliga champions initially considering a loan – although Chelsea’s asking price is said to have dropped “well south of £40million” at present.

Meanwhile, Jackson has been linked to clubs across Europe this summer but there have not been many concrete developments lately on that front.

Sunderland nearing deal for PSG defender Mukiele

12:55 , Alex Dakers

Sunderland are said to be closing in on a deal for Paris Saint-Germain defender Nordi Mukiele.

The move has been given the green light by the club, Fabrizio Romano says, and fellow journalist Fabrice Hawkins reports that the player has said yes to joining the Black Cats upon their return to the Premier League.

Mukiele, 27, has experience playing across the backline as well as on the right-hand side of midfield.

He was loaned out to Bayer Leverkusen last season, making 24 appearances in all competitions.

The Frenchman would be the latest in a long line of new arrivals at Sunderland this season, including new club captain Granit Xhaka, ex-Brighton winger Simon Adingra, Chelsea loanee Marc Guiu and fellow defenders Arthur Masuaka – formerly of West Ham – and Reinildo.

Newcastle to step up pursuit of Isak replacement Wissa

12:50 , Alex Dakers

As expected, Newcastle will accelerate their pursuit of Yoane Wissa, with Brentford set to sign Dango Ouattara from Bournemouth.

Brentford have had a club-record £42.5million bid accepted for Ouattara, who has travelled to London to undergo a medical.

Newcastle are understood to be weighing up a £35m bid for Wissa – who scored 19 Premier League goals last season – and will now move to finalise a deal for the 28-year-old.

Brentford want a deal closer to their £50m valuation and would like a £35m fixed fee plus £5m in add-ons to sanction the departure of their all-time Premier League goal-scorer.

Wissa, who has made clear his desire to play Champions League football, has been left out of Brentford’s squad for their opening Premier League game of the season away to Nottingham Forest.

It comes as Newcastle look to solve their Alexander Isak problem, with the Swede on strike and out of the squad for their opening Premier League game against Aston Villa as he angles for a move to Liverpool.

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ICYMI: Brentford agree club record deal for Ouattara

12:45 , Alex Dakers

In case you missed it, Brentford have also agreed a club record deal worth up to £42.5million for Bournemouth forward Dango Ouattara.

That news emerged late last night after it became clear that the 23-year-old Burkina Faso international was keen to leave the south coast, having not had a prominent role under Andoni Iraola.

Ouattara is set to travel to west London today for a medical, with the move – technically designed to replace the departed Bryan Mbeumo – also potentially unlocking Yoane Wissa’s desired exit to Newcastle.

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How Fabio Carvalho is ready to spearhead new-look Brentford

12:35 , Alex Dakers

One man who could step up for the Bees this year is Fabio Carvalho.

The 22-year-old struggled for minutes last season, starting just three league games following his £27.5million arrival from Liverpool.

But amid a summer of seismic change in west London, the young Portuguese has begun to find his rhythm.

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Brentford on a mission to defy doubters in post-Frank era

12:30 , Alex Dakers

A lot of outsiders appear to have made up their minds about Brentford, writes Sam Tabuteau.

But history tells you to be mindful not to jump the gun by tipping the Bees for relegation despite them losing Thomas Frank, Bryan Mbeumo and Christian Norgaard.

The appointment of Keith Andrews, their former set-piece coach who has no previous managerial experience, is a risk. Brentford have, however, been here before.

There are plenty of questions heading into the new season, but also some potentially exciting answers.

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Silva tight-lipped on Rodrigo Muniz’s Fulham future

12:15 , Alex Dakers

Marco Silva has confirmed that Rodrigo Muniz will be involved in Fulham’s Premier League opener despite rumours of a move away from Craven Cottage.

Muniz, who scored 11 Premier League goals last season, has attracted interest from Serie A side Atalanta, with reports claiming an offer worth £34million (€40m) had been lodged.

Fulham and Atalanta are yet to enter club-to-club talks, with the English club adamant that they want to keep hold of Muniz.

Now, it appears that Muniz – unlike Brentford’s Yoane Wissa – will play a part in his side’s opening fixture this weekend despite uncertainty over his future.

“Rodrigo is in contention for Saturday. Offers and bids we’ve received – I will not comment,” Silva said, remaining tight-lipped on any interest in the Brazilian.

Standard Sport understands that Fulham would only entertain offers for Muniz if they signed a replacement for the striker.

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Inside Palace’s new recruitment team as transfer spending stalls

12:00 , Alex Dakers

In many ways, it has so far felt like a standard and unremarkable transfer window for Crystal Palace, Oliver Glasner having stated publicly his frustration at slow movement and the lack of spending. Some things never change.

Behind the scenes, things have changed for the Eagles in the recruitment department.

Yet Palace’s only signings so far have been back-up goalkeeper Walter Benítez, for free, and the Croatia left-back Borna Sosa. The £2million they spent on Sosa makes the Eagles one of the lowest-spending clubs across Europe’s major leagues in a summer that has yet to really get going for them.

In the here and now, Glasner wanted two attackers and two defenders to be signed this summer. Granted, Palace do tend to move late in the market, and often that means paying below market rate for a player, but it remains to be seen over the coming fortnight whether the gaffer is fully granted his wish.

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Isak latest as Slot says Liverpool need ‘at least one more attacker’

11:40 , Alex Dakers

Liverpool need “at least one more attacker” to bolster the first-team squad, manager Arne Slot has said, despite the big-money arrivals of Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz this summer.

Speaking to Sky Sports, the Reds’ boss said his side “mostly won games by [a] one goal difference” last season.

Wirtz, Slot says, should help Liverpool create more, as should full-backs Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, while new No9 Ekitike is expected to help take some goal-scoring burden off of Mohamed Salah’s shoulders.

Amid ongoing links with Newcastle’s wantaway striker Alexander Isak, the Dutch manager added that Ekitike is “mainly” a No9 that “could also play from the left or play together with another No9”

He continued: “Its clear that with Darwin [Nunez] and Luis Diaz gone, and Diogo [Jota] I need to mention as well, that we need to have one more attacker at least.”

It comes as the Premier League champions continue to pursue Isak, who has reportedly moved out of his Newcastle home, vowed never to play for the Magpies again, and been left out of the club’s season opener.

Newcastle, however, have made clear that they don’t wish to sell the Swede, at least until they have landed a suitable replacement for him.

In that respect, Yoane Wissa is said to be among the top targets at St James’ Park, and the Brentford forward could soon be free to leave west London after the Bees snapped up Dango Ouattara from Bournemouth.

Arsenal and Spurs target Eze’s £68m release clause expires today

11:35 , Alex Dakers

A reminder that Eberechi Eze’s £68million release clause at Crystal Palace expires today, August 15.

Standard Sport understands the release clause remains active until that date, when the Premier League season begins with Liverpool hosting Bournemouth.

Arsenal are aware of the situation and hold an ongoing interest in Eze, who is said to be happy at Palace but open to a move to the Emirates if the opportunity materialises. The Gunners may, however, need to offload players to fund a move for him.

Fierce rivals Tottenham are also in the race and are thought to be preparing a bid for the England international.

Separately, Spurs are still pursuing Manchester City winger Savinho as well as some other squad-strengthening players.

Frank: Tottenham targeting multiple deals amid Eze talks

11:20 , Alex Dakers

Thomas Frank has insisted Tottenham are looking to strengthen across the squad, not just in the No10 position.

Spurs have held talks with Crystal Palace over a move for Eberechi Eze as they look to fill the gap created by long-term injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.

However, ahead of Saturday’s Premier League opener at home against Burnley, Frank remains short of options to provide that creativity in midfield.

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City reject second Spurs bid for Savinho

11:10 , Alex Dakers

Manchester City have reportedly rejected a €70million (£60.3m) second bid from Tottenham for Savinho.

That comes from Spanish outlet Diario AS, possibly due to the fact that Real Madrid forward Rodrygo is said to be target for City if they sell his countryman to Spurs.

It was reported yesterday that the Etihad club wanted around £67m for their player.

Savinho’s agents are apparently heading to Europe from Brazil in order to secure the 21-year-old winger the “transfer he wants” from City to Spurs, according to Daily Mail Sport.

Roma wait on Sancho as United ‘prepared to accept’ £20m bid

11:01 , Alex Dakers

AS Roma are “still waiting” for Jadon Sancho to green light their proposed move.

Fabrizio Romano says Manchester United are prepared to accept Roma’s £20million bid for Sancho, with all parties now waiting for the player’s decision as he works on personal terms.

Newcastle to ‘move quickly’ for Wissa after Brentford sign Ouattara

11:00 , Alex Dakers

Newcastle are expected to move quickly to finalise a deal for Brentford forward Yoane Wissa after the Bees complete their signing of Bournemouth’s Dango Ouattara.

According to Sky Sports, Wissa’s representatives are in the UK and were assured Brentford would engage with the Magpies if they were able to land attacking reinforcements – even though Ouattara is viewed more as a replacement for Bryan Mbeumo than Wissa himself.

A fee must also still be agreed between the two clubs, despite Wissa – who will miss Brentford’s season opener this weekend amid the speculation surrounding his future – pushing for the move to St James’ Park.

It is thought that Newcastle picking up the DR Congo international, as they have been trying to do for weeks, could open the door for their own wantaway striker Alexander Isak to join Liverpool.

Maresca confirms Chelsea transfer plan after Colwill injury

10:40 , Alex Dakers

Enzo Maresca has made it clear he wants Chelsea to sign a new centre-back after losing Levi Colwill to injury.

Colwill has become a key player for the Blues but suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in training this week and is expected to miss the majority of the season.

Though Chelsea have a raft of centre-back options, Maresca has made it clear he believes better quality is needed, in the form of a new signing.

It comes just weeks after they spent an initial £37million on Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.

“He is okay,” Maresca said of Colwill. “He is aware that he has to be out for a long time. It is a big loss for us. You know how important Levi has been for us last season, for the way we want to play.

“We said many times that we are able to create chances and to attack in the right way if we are able to build in the right way. Levi was a huge part of our build-up and now he is out and we are going to try to find a different solution.”

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Bayern eye Chelsea outcast with Blues’ fire sale set to continue

10:36 , Alex Dakers

Bayern Munich are weighing up a bid to sign Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea.

It has been known for some time that Bayern have been monitoring Nkunku this summer, and they could move for him once they have completed the sale of fellow French forward Kingsley Coman to Al Nassr for around £30million.

Nkunku is not part of Chelsea’s plans this season despite his reasonably significant involvement for the Blues during their Club World Cup-winning campaign.

The 27-year-old has interest from elsewhere in Europe and Chelsea are determined to sell him rather than loan him out. A return to his former club RB Leipzig is not currently on the cards.

Per Fabrizio Romano on Friday morning, though, an Nkunku to Bayern deal is now “on”.

It could free up funds to help the Blues in their pursuit of Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, or…

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Forest’s busy Thursday: Hutchinson, McAtee, Kalimuendo and Luiz

10:29 , Alex Dakers

Nottingham Forest have been busy on the eve of the new Premier League season, agreeing deals worth a reported £37.5million and £30million for Ipswich Town winger Omari Hutchinson and Manchester City midfielder James McAtee.

The Tricky Trees are also said to be closing in on the capture of French striker Arnaud Kalimuendo from Rennes, who – like Hutchinson – has been targeted by Premier League rivals and opening day opponents Brentford this summer.

And according to Sky Sports, Forest have approached Juventus over a deal for former Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz as well.

That all emerged yesterday afternoon!

Plus, this morning, Fabrizio Romano reports the club is in contact with the camp of AC Milan and USA midfielder Yunus Musah.

No change on Isak situation

10:08 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Newcastle have hinted that Alexander Isak will not feature in their Premier League opener against Aston Villa amid interest from Liverpool.

Isak’s future is uncertain at the moment as he is at the centre of a transfer saga after Liverpool saw an £110million offer rejected by the Magpies earlier in the month.

The Swede has since been left to train alone since withdrawing from the club’s pre-season trip to Singapore and South Korea citing a thigh injury.

Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe has revealed that he wants Isak to return to training and be available for selection but has all-but confirmed the striker will not be included in the squad for the game at Villa Park.

FULL STORY HERE!

Baleba statement

09:45 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Fabian Hurzeler says he’s “very, very, very confident” that Carlos Baleba will remain a Brighton player this season, writes Sam Tabuteau.

The 21-year-old has been the subject of interest from Manchester United, with reports stating that an opening player plus cash bid was rejected by Brighton.

Hurzeler, though, is adamant Baleba will stay at Brighton this season and says the player is enjoying being at the club.

It comes despite some reports that the Cameroonian had agreed a deal with the Red Devils and was open to a move to Old Trafford.

READ MORE HERE!

Medical booked

09:28 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Brentford have agreed a £42.5million deal for Bournemouth winger Dango Ouattara, writes Sam Tabuteau.

Brentford are set to pay a club-record fee for Ouattara, who was authorised to travel for a medical on Friday.

Reports suggest that Brentford will pay a £37m fixed fee, plus add-ons, for the Burkina Faso international.

FULL STORY HERE!

Isak still wants Liverpool

09:08 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Alexander Isak is still determined to leave Newcastle and join Liverpool this summer.

BBC Sport claim that it is still the Swede’s “determined” ambition to join the Premier League champions before the window closes.

Newcastle have already rejected a £110million bid from Liverpool for Isak on 1 August, with the Reds subsequently claiming that they were prepared to walk away from a deal.

Rodrygo transfer decision

08:47 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Liverpool have been handed a huge boost amid links to Real Madrid star Rodrygo.

The Brazil international’s future has been under intense speculation all summer after playing a bit-part role under new head coach Xabi Alonso at the Club World Cup.

Despite starting the opening group game against Al-Hilal, Rodrygo was limited to just two further substitute appearances for the remainder of the tournament and was an unused substitute in the semi-final loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

FULL STORY HERE!

DEAL AGREED

08:28 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Brentford have agreed a club-record deal for Dango Ouattara, according to the Athletic.

It is understood that the Bees will pay a package of £42million for the Bournemouth winger, who pushed for a move to west London.

This development should open the door for Yoane Wissa to leave the Gtech Community Stadium.

Isak on ‘strike’

08:08 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Alexander Isak could be fined by Newcastle should he miss any Premier League games.

The wantaway striker is ‘on strike’ as he tries to force through a move to Liverpool, and the Swede is training away from the Magpies’ first-team squad as they prepare for their curtain-raiser against Aston Villa.

The Daily Mail reports that Isak faces a fine should he miss – and continue to miss – Premier League games.

Garnacho to Chelsea latest

07:51 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Chelsea are making progress in their efforts to sign Alejandro Garnacho.

According to reports, the Blues believe Manchester United will eventually lower their asking price for the Argentina international.

Garnacho is said to be valued at £50million but Chelsea are willing to pay around £35million, which they see as a fair price given the player’s current situation at Old Trafford.

The world champions are said to have taken a calm approach throughout negotiations, and are confident in the fact that the player’s preference is to move to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea are also still thought to be keen on bringing in RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons, but those negotiations appear to have stalled somewhat.

Both pursuits may be helped if the Blues can persuade Bayern Munich to take Christopher Nkunku off their hands, as has been reported to be in the works.

Liverpool get Rodrygo boost

07:40 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Rodrygo continues to be linked with a Real Madrid exit this summer amid reported interest from several Premier League clubs as well as Paris Saint-Germain.

However, according to ESPN, Rodrygo has identified Liverpool as his preferred destination should he move to England. The report claims he would choose to join the Reds rather than making the switch to the Emirates.

This is a massive boost for the Liverpool as they are expected to face competition from Manchester City and Arsenal should they decide to move for the winger.

Man Utd reach Baleba agreement

07:27 , Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

Some exciting news for Manchester United fans!

Reports in Cameroon claim United and Brighton have reached an agreement for the transfer of Carlos Baleba.

Furthermore, the midfielder is expected to sign with the Red Devils in the coming hours for £96.4million (€112million).

Wissa to miss Brentford’s Premier League opener

Thursday 14 August 2025 23:00 , Oli Gent

Keith Andrews has confirmed that Brentford striker Yoane Wissa will miss the club’s opening Premier League game of the campaign against Nottingham Forest.

The Bees travel to the City Ground in Andrews’ first competitive game in charge, but they will be without the wantaway Congolese striker, who is pushing for a move to Newcastle United.

Read the full story here!

Premier League clubs make Lee enquiry

Thursday 14 August 2025 22:45 , Oli Gent

Premier League clubs have enquired about Kang-In Lee.

The South Korean scored a crucial goal to get Paris Saint-Germain back into the UEFA Super Cup against Tottenham yesterday, and the Ligue 1 side came back to win on penalties in Udine.

However, Fabrice Hawkins reports that Lee is available on the transfer market, and several Premier League clubs have already registered their interest.

Brentford strike Ouattara agreement

Thursday 14 August 2025 22:40 , Oli Gent

Brentford have agreed a club-record deal for Dango Ouattara, according to David Ornstein.

The Athletic correspondent reports that the Bees will pay a package of £42million for the Bournemouth winger, who pushed for a move to west London.

Palace plan Elliott swoop

Thursday 14 August 2025 22:30 , Oli Gent

Crystal Palace are interested in signing Harvey Elliott.

The Sun claim that the Eagles are keen on the Liverpool midfielder, but would have to stump up around £40million for the England youth international.

Fulham hold Hojlund interest

Thursday 14 August 2025 22:15 , Oli Gent

Fulham are interested in a move for Rasmus Hojlund.

The Daily Mail reports that the west Londoners hold ‘tentative interest’ in the Dane, who is available after Manchester United signed Benjamin Sesko.

Hojlund is in advanced talks with AC Milan over a potential return to Italy on loan.

Liverpool youngster agrees loan exit

Thursday 14 August 2025 22:00 , Oli Gent

Liverpool’s Luca Stephenson has joined Dundee United on loan.

Stephenson deputised at full-back and in midfield for Arne Slot’s side during pre-season, and he has now moved to Scotland for more regular first-team opportunities for the coming campaign.

Isak to face fines should he miss Premier League games

Thursday 14 August 2025 21:45 , Oli Gent

Alexander Isak could be fined by Newcastle should he miss any Premier League games.

The wantaway striker is ‘on strike’ as he tries to force through a move to Liverpool, and the Swede is training away from the Magpies’ first-team squad as they prepare for their curtain-raiser against Aston Villa.

The Daily Mail reports that Isak faces a fine should he miss – and continue to miss – Premier League games.

Forest make Luiz approach

Thursday 14 August 2025 21:30 , Oli Gent

Forest, bloody hell!

The Premier League side are moving like they did back in their debut campaign back in the top flight with all the attempted new signings.

This time, it’s Douglas Luiz who they are trying to convince to move back to England.

Sky Sports report that they have approached Juventus over a deal for the former Aston Villa midfielder, with two bids already in from Premier League sides for the Brazilian.

O’Nien pens new Sunderland deal

Thursday 14 August 2025 21:15 , Oli Gent

Sunderland captain Luke O’Nien has signed a new contract at the club.

O’Nien, is the record appearance holder at the Stadium of Light and has played 314 times for the Black Cats.

He has agreed a two-year contract extension on Wearside.

Forest nearing Kalimuendo signing

Thursday 14 August 2025 21:00 , Oli Gent

What a day for Nottingham Forest this is!

Fabrizio Romano reports that Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are closing in on the capture of Arnaud Kalimuendo from Rennes.

The French forward’s move to the Trentside is “almost done” according to the Italian journalist.

Forest nearing Hutchinson deal

Thursday 14 August 2025 20:45 , Oli Gent

Nottingham Forest are also closing in on a deal for Omari Hutchinson in what could be a blow to Brentford.

The Ipswich forward was identified by the Bees as the ideal replacement for Bryan Mbeumo, but David Ornstein reports that he could now be on his way to Forest in a deal worth £37.5million.

The Athletic journalist says that while an agreement is not fully reached yet, it is looking as though it is heading that way.

Forest strike McAtee agreement

Thursday 14 August 2025 20:30 , Oli Gent

Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement with Man City for James McAtee, according to David Ornstein.

The Athletic correspondent reveals that the midfielder will move to the City Ground for £30million, with sell-on and buy-back clauses included in the deal.

Inter after Kone

Thursday 14 August 2025 20:00 , Oli Gent

On the topic of Manu Kone, Inter are looking to bid £34million for the Roma midfielder, according to Sky Italia.

The former Borussia Monchengladbach man could leave the Stadio Olimpico to fund moves for other targets on Gian Piero Gasperini’s wishlist.

Roma continue Premier League raid

Thursday 14 August 2025 19:45 , Oli Gent

Gian Piero Gasperini wants continue raiding the Premier League as he looks to strengthen his Roma squad.

His side have made a bid for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho, while they are also in talks for Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey and Wolves’ Fabio Silva.

That’s according to Sky Sports, while they are also negotiating with Inter Milan over a potential sale of Manu Kone.

Sinisterra closing in on loan

Thursday 14 August 2025 19:31 , Oli Gent

Luis Sinisterra is nearing a loan move to Cruzeiro in Brazil, according to Ben Jacobs.

The Bournemouth winger has struggled for game time since arriving at the Vitality Stadium from Leeds, and Cherries boss Andoni Iraola practically ruled him out of their opening day trip to Liverpool.

“Sinisterra is in a situation similar to Dango [Ouattara], where there is uncertainty around his future,” Iraola said.

“The most probable thing is that he doesn’t travel. But it’s true he has been training with us and he’s recovered health-wise.”

Spence signs new Spurs deal

Thursday 14 August 2025 19:30 , Oli Gent

Djed Spence has been rewarded for his superb form with a new Tottenham contract.

The full-back agreed fresh terms last October, but has now been tied down to a better deal ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

Read the full story here!

Silva’s damning transfer verdict on ‘passive’ Fulham

Thursday 14 August 2025 19:15 , Oli Gent

Marco Silva has said that Fulham have been “passive” in the transfer window, with the Cottagers only signing Benjamin Lecomte this summer.

The Portuguese head coach has revealed his frustrations at his side’s lack of activity in the market, saying that the west Londoners are “very short” of players with the Premier League season just hours away.

Read the full story here!

Silva issues Muniz update

Thursday 14 August 2025 18:50 , Oli Gent

Marco Silva has offered an update on Rodrigo Muniz’s future as the Brazilian continues to be linked with a move away from Fulham.

Previous reports claim that the Cottagers have received a bid from Atalanta for the striker.

However, Standard Sport understands that the west Londoners want to retain the services of Muniz.

Read the full story here!

Man Utd receive Baleba boost as unwanted star nears exit

Thursday 14 August 2025 18:30 , Oli Gent

Manchester United have received a boost in their pursuit of Carlos Baleba.

The Red Devils have turned to the Brighton midfielder as they target reinforcements in the engine room.

And they could be handed a big financial boost with the exit of one of Ruben Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’.

Read the full story here!

Forest close in on Hudson-Odoi new deal

Thursday 14 August 2025 18:15 , Oli Gent

Nottingham Forest are closing in on tying down one of their key players.

Sky Sports report that Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are nearing a contract extension for Callum Hudson-Odoi, who played a starring role in Forest’s European charge last season.

The former Chelsea winger had entered the final year of his deal at the City Ground, but is expected to pen fresh terms soon, despite transfer interest at home and abroad.

Hojlund open to Milan move

Thursday 14 August 2025 17:52 , Oli Gent

Rasmus Hojlund is open to a move to Italy, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

The Italian journalist reports that the Dane would now be willing to make a switch to AC Milan, who are in negotiations with Manchester United over a potential loan deal.

Wolves close to new right-back

Thursday 14 August 2025 17:30 , Oli Gent

Wolves are closing in on the signing of a new right-back, Jackson Tchatchoua.

The Verona defender has been earmarked by Vitor Pereira as the ideal replacement for Nelson Semedo, who joined Fenerbahce.

Matteo Moretto reports that a deal is close to being signed and sealed for the full-back to move to Molineux.

Collyer nears West Brom loan

Thursday 14 August 2025 17:06 , David Olaseinde

Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer is close to joining West Bromwich Albion on a season-long loan, according to The Athletic.

The 21-year-old made 13 first-team appearances for United last season.

However, with increased competition for places under Ruben Amorim and no European football, the club and player agreed that a loan move would be the best way to continue his development away from Old Trafford.

Collyer had attracted interest from several clubs, including Sheffield Wednesday, and a permanent transfer was not entirely ruled out earlier in the window.

Villa have ‘no intention’ to sell star names

Thursday 14 August 2025 17:00 , Oli Gent

Aston Villa have ‘no intention’ of selling star players like Morgan Rogers and John McGinn after they agreed a deal to sell Jacob Ramsey to Newcastle.

The academy graduate will depart Villa Park for a fee of £40million, according to Fabrizio Romano, and the Daily Mail report that now, the Villans do not want to sell any more of their key names as they battle PSR restrictions.

AS Roma submit bid to sign Sancho

Thursday 14 August 2025 16:45 , David Olaseinde

Roma have submitted a £20million bid for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho, who remains excluded from first-team training, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Italian club are also exploring the possibility of a loan deal with an obligation to buy, though negotiations are complicated by the fact that Sancho’s United contract expires next summer.

The former Borussia Dortmund star returned to United this summer after Chelsea paid a £5m penalty to avoid triggering an obligation to buy him, following his season-long loan at Stamford Bridge.

The final decision now rests with the Red Devils and the player’s representatives.

Real Madrid unveil Argentine wonderkid Mastantuono

Thursday 14 August 2025 16:30 , Alex Dakers

Real Madrid have formally unveiled Franco Mastantuono .

The Argentine wonderkid signed from River Plate earlier this summer for €45million (£38.7m), putting pen to paper on a six-year deal.

Still just 18 years old, Mastantuono will wear No30 for Los Blancos.

Summerville: West Ham’s forgotten man soon to be as good as new?

Thursday 14 August 2025 16:15 , Alex Dakers

Graham Potter says Crysencio Summerville is “getting really close” to a return for West Ham.

Summerville has missed the whole of pre-season as he recovers from hamstring surgery.

Last summer’s £25million signing remains side-lined for Saturday’s season-opener at Sunderland but Potter has confirmed he is “in the last stages” of his rehabilitation.

Summerville is viewed as a key player under Potter but his comeback will not be rushed, writes Sam Tabuteau.

The Dutch winger starred for Leeds the season before last but was scarcely used by previous Hammers boss Julen Lopetegui, and has been out of action since early January.

Read more here!

Ipswich winger Broadhead completes Wrexham medical ahead of record move

Thursday 14 August 2025 16:00 , Alex Dakers

Ipswich Town winger Nathan Broadhead has reportedly now completed a medical ahead of his imminent move to Wrexham.

The 27-year-old Welshman is said to have agreed terms on a three-year contract.

It is understood Wrexham will pay an initial fee of £7.5million for him, plus £2.5m-worth of add-ons, to shatter their previous club record transfer fee.

That’s currently around £3m from their signing of Lewis O’Brien from Nottingham Forest last month.

Silva: Fulham ‘short on numbers’ after ‘passive’ window

Thursday 14 August 2025 15:40 , Alex Dakers

Fulham manager Marco Silva his side’s “passive” transfer window has left the Cottagers short on numbers ahead of their Premier League opener at Brighton on Saturday.

Speaking to reporters on Thursday, the Portuguese said: “It’s not an ideal scenario. You used the word ‘quiet’ – I have to say we’ve been too passive. If you asked me if I expected it, I’d say of course not. But it is what it is, it’s the market.”

Silva continued: “It’s important we didn’t get injuries during pre-season because, in some positions, we are very short on numbers. We want to at least have a squad and players on the bench to play a Premier League game and meet the demands the league asks of you.

“It’s unexpected, even if it’s normal for Fulham to sign players late. I don’t go in that direction. I know what we want, and the plan was there.

The Fulham boss added that he is “hopeful” the club can “do something” before the end of the month, with negotiations over a potential club-record deal for Brazilian winger Kevin currently understood to be ongoing.

Personal terms have reportedly been agreed with the Shaktar Donetsk player over a five-year deal but club-to-club negotiations are proving more complex, with a €10m difference between the two teams’ valuations.

Read the full story here!

Man Utd open verbals talks with Brighton over Baleba

Thursday 14 August 2025 15:30 , Alex Dakers

Manchester United and Brighton have reportedly opened verbal club-to-club talks for Carlos Baleba.

The Seagulls midfielder, 21, is being sought after by Ruben Amorim as part of a midfield rebuild at Old Trafford.

Baleba may cost the Red Devil as much as £120million, it has been reported.

Brighton chief executive Paul Barber is expected to be the “key person” in any deal, journalist Ben Jacobs says, and he has now had “some engagement” with United as of Thursday afternoon.

Here’s the latest on that transfer saga, including United’s alternatives.

Leoni having Liverpool medical today ahead of £26m move

Thursday 14 August 2025 15:15 , Alex Dakers

Parma centre-back Giovanni Leoni is travelling to Liverpool today to complete a medical with the Premier League champions ahead of a £26m move.

It comes as the Reds continue to weigh up a bid for Crystal Palace captain and fellow central defender Marc Guehi.

Premier League clubs interested in PSG winger

Thursday 14 August 2025 15:03 , Alex Dakers

Paris Saint-Germain forward Kang-in Lee could leave the Ligue 1 side this summer if a good offer comes in.

According to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, unnamed Premier League clubs have already made enquiries about the 24-year-old South Korean, who scored against Tottenham in the Uefa Super Cup last night and can play as a winger or attacking midfielder.

Wissa not in Brentford squad amid Newcastle links

Thursday 14 August 2025 14:45 , Alex Dakers

Keith Andrews has confirmed that Yoane Wissa won’t be part of Brentford’s squad against Nottingham Forest.

Wissa has been the subject of interest from Newcastle, who are weighing up a fresh £35million bid for the Brentford forward as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, who wants to join Liverpool.

The 28-year-old – who scored 19 Premier League goals last season – wants to play Champions League football and has trained away from the first team squad this week ahead of Brentford’s opening game of the season.

Brentford’s record goal-scorer in the top flight was also left out of the squad for the Bees’ last two pre-season friendlies against QPR and Borussia Monchengladbach, having been granted permission to leave the club’s pre-season training camp in Portugal last month amid speculation around his future.

“We’ve made a decision that he’s not (available),” Brentford boss Andrews told reporters on Thursday, ahead of his side’s season-opening visit to the City Ground on Sunday afternoon.

Read the latest on this story right here!

Bournemouth unsure if Brentford-linked Ouattara will face Liverpool

Thursday 14 August 2025 14:32 , Alex Dakers

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has admitted he does not know whether Dango Ouattara will feature in the Cherries’ opening Premier League game at Liverpool on Friday night due to ongoing negotiations with Brentford.

The Bees are said to be keen on acquiring the Burkina Faso international as their replacement for Bryan Mbeumo, with Amine Adli and Dario Osorio being lined up as possible incomings at the Vitality Stadium if the 23-year-old leaves.

“Dango is going to train with us today,” Iraola said on Thursday.

“He’s here, he’s in the building – but it’s true, I don’t know what’s going to happen. We’re taking it day by day. I’ll ask the club if he can play, if he can travel.

“These are the kinds of situations every team faces – players leaving, players arriving. It’ll continue like this for the next two weeks.”

The same apparently goes for midfielder Luis Sinisterra, who is reportedly close to a one-year loan with Cruzeiro in Brazil.

“Sinisterra is in a situation similar to Dango [Ouattara], where there is uncertainty around his future,” Iraola added.

“The most probable thing is that he doesn’t travel [to Liverpool]. But it’s true he has been training with us and he’s recovered health-wise.”

Who is Liverpool’s ‘van Dijk successor’ Giovanni Leoni?

Thursday 14 August 2025 14:20 , Alex Dakers

Liverpool have reached an agreement to sign highly-rated Parma defender Giovanni Leoni.

The 18-year-old Italian will join in a deal worth £26million, plus add-ons, with a medical booked in for Thursday.

Leoni chose a move to Anfield despite interest from top Italian clubs and Premier League rivals.

He will join Arne Slot’s first-team squad immediately, with any loan move ruled out. After spending heavily on attacking firepower this summer, Liverpool are seeking reinforcements at centre-back, with Ibrahima Konate entering the final year of his contract at Anfield.

Click here for a profile on Liverpool’s incoming young central defender!

Atletico chase Nico Gonzalez

Thursday 14 August 2025 14:01 , Arthur Ferridge

Atletico Madrid have opened talks to sign Nico Gonzalez from Juventus.

The 27-year-old Argentine winger managed just five Serie A goal contributions last season.

Fabrizio Romano reports it could be a permanent move, though, with initial talks ongoing.

Ramsey to Newcastle: Done deal

Thursday 14 August 2025 13:49 , Arthur Ferridge

Jacob Ramsey’s move from Aston Villa to Newcastle has been rubber-stamped.

The player is en route to Tyneside to complete his medical.

The deal is worth £40million, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Sky Sports reports that the upfront fee is £39m, potentially rising to £43m with add-ons included, with The Athletic suggesting it’s £5m in “difficult” add-ons.

Everton add Charlton youth player

Thursday 14 August 2025 13:43 , Arthur Ferridge

Everton have agreed a deal to sign 2009-born centre-back Reuben Gokah from Charlton, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The 16-year-old is the latest academy addition for the Toffees, who are placing a new focus on signing young talent.

Palace in for Arsenal youngster

Thursday 14 August 2025 13:36 , Arthur Ferridge

Crystal Palace are among the clubs looking to tempt Arsenal youngster Dan Casey away from Hale End.

The 2007-born player also has an offer to stick with the Gunners, and is being chased by Norwich, according to Fabrizio Romano.

He hit 20 goals in the U18 Premier League last year.

Leeds tracking Ioannidis

Thursday 14 August 2025 13:23 , Arthur Ferridge

Leeds are weighing up a move for Fotis Ioannidis, according to BBC Sport.

The Panathanaikos forward, who has 48 goals in 168 appearances for the club, could join Dominic Calvert-Lewin in moving to Elland Road this summer.

Ipswich held an interest last summer, while Sporting and Porto remain keen.

Wolves eyeing Semedo replacement

Thursday 14 August 2025 13:05 , Alex Dakers

Wolves are understood to have made an approach for Serie A side Hellas Verona’s right-back Jackson Tchatchoua.

Club-to-club talks are “active,” according to journalist Ben Jacobs, with the 23-year-old Cameroon international “one of multiple options being explored” to replace Nelson Semedo, the Old Gold’s former captain who departed following the expiration of his contract at Molineux earlier this summer and has since linked up with Turkish side Fenerbahce.

Chelsea players donating share of Club World Cup bonuses to Diogo Jota’s family

Thursday 14 August 2025 12:50 , Alex Dakers

In some touching news from outside the transfer world, it has been revealed that Chelsea players will donate a portion of their Club World Cup bonuses to the family of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva.

The Blues pocketed around £84.4million for winning the inaugural edition of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup in July, after they stunned Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final.

A fund of £11.4m has since been allocated as winnings to be shared between the players who participated in the tournament.

But a decision made jointly between the club and the players themselves means that a donation of equal size to one player’s portion will go to Jota’s family.

On July 3, the Liverpool forward and his brother Andre Silva, a footballer who played for Portuguese club Penafiel, died in a car accident in the Spanish province of Zamora.

Click here for the full story.

Slot talks Frimpong vs Bradley

Thursday 14 August 2025 12:38 , Alex Dakers

Arne Slot has addressed Liverpool’s rivalry at right-back between Conor Bradley – currently injured, but previously viewed by many as the long-term successor to the departed Trent Alexander-Arnold – and Jeremie Frimpong, who arrived this summer from Bayer Leverkusen alongside playmaker Florian Wirtz.

Speaking earlier today ahead of Liverpool’s season-opening match against Bournemouth, Slot said both players can help the team in different ways by “bringing the best” out of Mohamed Salah.

“In my opinion Jeremie and Conor are similar, but Jeremie is maybe better in one-v-ones than Conor,” the Dutch manager said.

“If you play against these two, you know you have to be aware of them, so maybe Mo [Salah] gets more space. If you isolate them, it is difficult [for the opposition] as well.

Slot added: “So, it’s different types but Trent [Alexander-Arnold] proved it with Mo, he brought the best out of Mo and we think the same will happen with Conor and Jeremie.”

Tottenham: Solomon hopes of dream Leeds return dealt blow

Thursday 14 August 2025 12:15 , Alex Dakers

Manor Solomon’s hopes of returning to Leeds United face a new obstacle as Leeds believe they have an opportunity to sign the AC Milan forward Noah Okafor.

Standard Sport understands that Solomon wishes to return to Leeds this summer.

Tottenham would be willing to sell Solomon this summer if a suitable offer arrives. The Israel international is not part of new manager Thomas Frank’s plans, and his sale could help fund the club’s pursuit of top targets Eberechi Eze and Savinho.

Read the full story here!

‘Are you serious?!’ – Slot reveals how Wirtz has wowed Liverpool squad

Thursday 14 August 2025 12:00 , Alex Dakers

Arne Slot says Florian Wirtz has exceeded Liverpool’s high expectations so far, but says his “biggest strength” outweighs his ability on the ball.

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder signed from Bayer Leverkusen this summer in a deal which could reach a British transfer record £116million.

Wirtz has already scored his first goal for Liverpool during pre-season, and showed early signs of a threatening partnership with fellow newcomer Hugo Ekitike when setting up his early goal in the Community Shield last weekend.

But it is what is going on between his ears that makes his new manager most confident of Wirtz making an instant impact as he prepares to make his Premier League debut on Friday.

Click here to read more!

Dortmund and Leverkusen keen on Brighton’s Buonanotte

Thursday 14 August 2025 11:50 , Alex Dakers

Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund are competing for the attention of Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte.

Leverkusen have joined Dortmund – who have been discussing a loan with an option to buy with the Seagulls, per Sky Germany – in the race for the 20-year-old Argentine, who spent last season on loan at Leicester City.

The Bundesliga clubs are said to believe Brighton would rather loan Buonanotte to another club in the Premier League, but both teams are still reportedly pursuing a deal.

Roma want Sancho and Bailey

Thursday 14 August 2025 11:40 , Alex Dakers

In other news from Old Trafford, Jadon Sancho is the subject of a rumoured season-long loan bid from AS Roma.

So says The Times, with the Serie A side also in talks to bring in Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey on another loan move, as reported earlier today.

West Brom to sign Man Utd midfielder Collyer on loan

Thursday 14 August 2025 11:35 , Alex Dakers

West Bromwich Albion are set to sign Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer on a season-long loan, per The Athletic.

Collyer is still viewed as a part of United’s future plans, with Sky Sports reporting there is no buy option attached to the deal.

The 21-year-old – who was involved in pre-season with the Red Devils’ first team – has attracted interest from several other Championship sides this summer but was reportedly convinced by the Baggies’ project and new boss Ryan Mason.