The latest transfers, gossip and rumours as deadline day begins to pull into view
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Tottenham are sounding out attacking alternatives to Eberechi Eze after rivals Arsenal dramatically swooped to beat Thomas Frank’s side to his signature.
Arsenal confirmed a transfer worth £60m and £7.5m in add-ons – pretty much exactly Eze’s release clause - and the boyhood Gunners fan was unveiled at the Emirates before the Premier League match against Leeds. It leaves Spurs in a late scramble for a new attacker as the deadline looms, with the likes of Savinho and Lucas Paqueta being targeted.
Alexander Isak’s explosive statement this week accused Newcastle of “broken promises” and “lost trust”, with Liverpool still strongly linked with a move for the Swedish striker. The Reds’ offer of £110m fell short of Newcastle’s valuation and Eddie Howe described Isak’s statement as a “sad moment”.
Elsewhere, Manchester United may be tasked with fending of more interest from Saudi Arabia for captain Bruno Fernandes, with Al-Ittihad targeting the midfielder. On the incomings front, the club continue to endure frustration with their goalkeeper situation, and will consider signing Senne Lammens from Belgian side Antwerp, although Manchester City have also been linked with the 23-year-old.
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Transfer news live
Eberechi Eze deal complete as Arsenal and announce new signing
Man United in talks over highly-rated goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
Eddie Howe responds to Alexander Isak’s claim Newcastle broke promises over Liverpool transfer
Everton close in on Tyler Dibling deal to take summer spending past £100m
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Why Arsenal’s future looks brighter than ever after demolishing Leeds
The future looks bright at Arsenal. Hoping for it to be “fourth time’s a charm” in their pursuit of Premier League glory, a flawless start to the new season feels imperative. It meant a home victory over newly promoted Leeds United, in itself, was not so much a headline as it was an expectation. Instead, the stories of the day centred around a select few individuals, those that spark visions of rediscovered success.
Read Will Castle’s report from the Emirates:
Why Arsenal’s future looks brighter than ever after demolishing Leeds
Arsenal 5-0 Leeds: Viktor Gyokeres and Jurrien Timber bag braces while 15-year-old Max Dowman makes a memorable Premier League debut
Will Castle24 August 2025 08:36
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Adam Wharton on Real Madrid's radar?
Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton is reportedly on Real Madrid’s radar.
That’s according to Spanish outlet AS, who say Madrid have identified the 21-year-old as a possible replacement after missing out on Martin Zubimendi.
Palace would command a huge fee for Wharton so close to the end of the window.
Jamie Braidwood24 August 2025 07:33
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Could Man City still move for Rodrygo?
Manchester City have not ruled out a move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo.
The Brazilian is set to leave Madrid this summer but the Spanish club are demanding €80m for him.
ESPN report that a move for Rodrygo could depend on Savinho leaving, with Tottenham previously linked.
Jamie Braidwood24 August 2025 06:33
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Everton close in on Tyler Dibling deal to take summer spending past £100m
Everton are closing in on a deal for Tyler Dibling as David Moyes is set to finally end his summer-long search for a right winger.
The Merseyside club had two bids for the teenager rejected as Southampton put a £50m price on his head, which Everton were reluctant to pay.
But the Championship club initiated talks on Friday and Everton came to an agreement of a basic fee and add-ons which is thought to come in at under £42m.
Everton close in on Tyler Dibling deal to take summer spending past £100m
Everton had two bids rejected for the teenager earlier in the window but appear to be closing in on the Southampton starlet
Jamie Braidwood24 August 2025 05:33
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Manuel Akanji and Ilkay Gundogan not in Man City squad amid transfer links
Manuel Akanji and Ilkay Gundogan were not in the Manchester City squad for today’s defeat to Tottenham. Both have been linked with moves away. Are they on their way out of the Etihad?
Pep Guardiola said this week that he is not the person to ask when it comes to transfer business.
"To be honest, I don't know what is happening with a few players - I don't know who is coming, who is staying, who is leaving, I don't know.
"All the clubs I had the feeling that it is the same, we are not an exception. Because the agents make the roles, the club have their opinions, the players have theirs, and after that we see what happens."
Jamie Braidwood24 August 2025 04:33
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Federico Chiesa is a ‘totally different’ player to last season – Arne Slot
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has seen a “totally different” Federico Chiesa from 12 months ago and believes that was reflected in his game-changing contribution off the bench as they opened their Premier League defence with a victory.
Like a new signing?
Federico Chiesa is a ‘totally different’ player to last season – Arne Slot
The Italy international made a game-changing contribution off the bench in the win against Bournemouth.
Jamie Braidwood24 August 2025 03:33
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Man United in talks over highly-rated goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
Manchester United are in talks with Antwerp about a £17.3m move for the Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
Andre Onana is expected to remain at Old Trafford but Ruben Amorim is advancing in his attempts to add more competition for places.
Man United in talks over highly-rated goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
United have tracked the progress of Senne Lammens but Andre Onana is expected to remain at the club even if the Belgian arrives
Richard Jolly24 August 2025 01:33
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The deep-seated issue that explains West Ham’s worrying decline
“You can write what you want, at any time,” Graham Potter said, when asked if this is already a relegation battle. He admitted he “knows his responsibilities” when asked about his future.
From that, you could of course write at least some of the good from this 5-1 – like Joao Pedro’s supreme impact and how Chelsea might have now started a proper challenge.
Except, it’s impossible not to get away from the bad. And this was very bad from West Ham United, to the point that Potter looks in immediate danger. Might he even be gone before Nuno Espirito Santo? Could the Nottingham Forest manager replace him, given issues there?
The deep-seated issue that explains West Ham’s worrying decline
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Miguel Delaney24 August 2025 00:33
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How Arsenal silently hijacked Spurs’ Eberechi Eze transfer well before anyone knew
Just hours before Arsenal clinched a deal for Eberechi Eze, in an even crueller twist, Tottenham Hotspur finally put in the offer they felt would be acceptable to Crystal Palace. There had been a verbal agreement. Spurs just never got a proper answer. The reason soon became clear.
Arsenal always wanted Eze, and he always wanted Arsenal.
How Arsenal silently hijacked Spurs’ Eberechi Eze deal well before anyone knew
Exclusive: It seemed the Gunners swooped past their North London rivals on Wednesday, but they made their move much earlier than that
Jamie Braidwood23 August 2025 23:33
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Liverpool transfer news: Alexander Isak, Marc Guehi, Rodrygo and more
Liverpool have enjoyed a busy summer as they attempt to build on last season’s Premier League title success, with the arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez, Hugo Ekitike and Jeremy Frimpong giving the squad a positive outlook ahead of 2025/26.
Here’s everything you need to know about Liverpool’s summer transfer plans.
Liverpool transfer news: Isak, Guehi, Rodrygo and more
Liverpool are expected to engage in a recruitment drive ahead of next season’s Premier League title defence
Jamie Braidwood23 August 2025 22:33
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