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Arsenal confirm deal as Chelsea transfer request submitted

Tom Weber

Tom Weber

Updated: 8 Aug 2025 21:18 BST

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Friday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal announced a crucial deal.

Plus, Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson handed in a transfer request and Man Utd completed the signing of Benjamin Sesko. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Man Utd's Sesko advantage

Benjamin Sesko

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The Transfers Podcast can reveal exactly why Man Utd managed to beat Newcastle to the signing of Benjamin Sesko.

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Sesko deal completed

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Benjamin Sesko

F (C)

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RB Leipzig

Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko

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RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig

€69.6M

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€62.7M - €76.6M

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Arsenal announce Nwaneri deal

Ethan Nwaneri

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Ethan Nwaneri has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal despite interest from Chelsea.

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Jackson requests transfer

Nicolas Jackson

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Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has told the club that he wishes to explore his options.

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Garnacho agrees Chelsea terms

Alejandro Garnacho

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Man Utd winger Alejandro Garnacho has agreed personal terms with Chelsea.

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Jesus confirms Fernandes offer

Bruno Fernandes

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Al-Nassr boss Jorge Jesus has confirmed that he recently tried to sign Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes.

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Chelsea sell Broja

Armando Broja

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Chelsea have once again raised significant funds from an unwanted player, with Armando Broja joining Burnley for a hefty fee.

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Real Madrid want Vitinha

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Real Madrid are plotting a big-money assault on PSG midfielder Vitinha next summer.

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Liverpool's Barcola 'smokescreen'

Bradley Barcola

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PSG believe that Liverpool are using their interest in Bradley Barcola as a 'smokescreen' in their pursuit of Alexander Isak.

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Newcastle eye Aghehowa

Samu Aghehowa

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Newcastle have identified ex-Chelsea target Samu Aghehowa as one of the potential options to replace Isak.

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