Transfers
Player buying / selling / loan deals.
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Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick sign Manchester United scholarships to follow their fathers' footsteps
Kai Rooney and Jacey Carrick, both 16, were among eight Manchester United youngsters to sign scholarship deals at an annual scholars night held at Old Trafford, with Wayne Rooney and manager Michael Carrick watching on.
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Haaland's father does not rule out Real Madrid transfer despite happiness at City
After Norway's victory over Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, Alf-Inge Haaland did not close the door on his son's potential departure to Real Madrid, while emphasizing that Erling is "happy in England for now".
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Owen, Cole and a 289-goal striker: Newcastle's most expensive signings in the Premier League era
Newcastle United have broken their transfer record several times since the Premier League began. From Michael Owen's £16.8m arrival from Real Madrid to Andy Cole's inspired £1.75m signing from Bristol City, the club has a rich history of marquee deals.
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Tottenham target £80m Kroupi to hijack Arsenal pursuit as De Zerbi reshapes squad
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly leading the race for Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, valued at around £80m, ahead of Arsenal and PSG, as Roberto De Zerbi continues an ambitious summer overhaul that has already brought in Van Hecke, Robertson, Senesi and Fernandes.
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Maguire, Mount and Mbeumo among United players set for Carrick's first pre-season
Manchester United return to Carrington on Thursday for Michael Carrick's first pre-season as head coach, with several high-profile names available after missing World Cup selection. New signing Ederson will be absent after receiving a late call-up to Brazil's squad.
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Donnarumma, Lewis and six loanees set to greet Maresca at City's first pre-season session
Enzo Maresca will take charge of his first Manchester City pre-season session on 20 July, with World Cup absentees including Gianluigi Donnarumma, Rico Lewis and Jack Grealish among those expected to report early, alongside several returning loanees.
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United target Chelsea's Andrey Santos in £50m move as Bouaddi price tag soars
Manchester United have identified Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos as a £50m midfield target after missing out on Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes. Lille president Olivier Letang has also signalled that Ayyoub Bouaddi will command a fee comparable to Anderson's £116m valuation.
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Van Dijk set to stay at Liverpool as Lille demand £100m for teenage midfielder Bouaddi
Virgil van Dijk is expected to remain at Liverpool despite transfer speculation, while Lille president Olivier Letang has signalled that 18-year-old Morocco star Ayyoub Bouaddi will cost around £100 million to sign.
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Nypan targets fresh start as Man City hand teenager pre-season tour chance after loan setback
Sverre Nypan's loan at Middlesbrough was cut short in January, but the 19-year-old Norwegian is set to join Manchester City's summer tour of Asia and impress new head coach Enzo Maresca.
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Man United target £50m Chelsea midfielder Santos as Lille chief warns Bouaddi will cost more than £116m
Manchester United are pursuing Chelsea's Andrey Santos for around £50m after missing out on other midfield targets, while Lille president Olivier Letang has signalled that 18-year-old Ayyoub Bouaddi would command a fee surpassing Elliot Anderson's £116m price tag.
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Arsenal's £100m Bouaddi pursuit and Guimarães bid both hit major obstacles
Arsenal's midfield rebuild faces serious setbacks as Lille president Olivier Letang warns Ayyoub Bouaddi could cost above £100m, while Newcastle have flatly rejected a verbal offer for Bruno Guimarães and are planning to hand him a new contract.
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Ederson's £38m Manchester United move back on track despite collapse reports
Manchester United's deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson remains intact despite reports it had fallen through. The £35m plus add-ons agreement is in place, with the Brazilian unable to complete his medical until he returns from the World Cup.
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Rennes sign Eliezer Mayenda for €22m, third most expensive transfer in club history
Stade Rennais have officially announced the signing of 21-year-old Spanish striker Eliezer Mayenda from Sunderland. The transfer fee stands at nearly €22 million excluding bonuses, with the player signing a contract through 2031.
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Ederson's £35m Man United move still on despite deal collapse reports
Manchester United's £35m move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson remains on track despite rumours suggesting the deal had collapsed. An announcement is delayed because the Brazilian is still competing at the World Cup with Brazil.
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Manchester United target £50m Chelsea midfielder Santos after Anderson and Fernandes slip away
Manchester United are weighing a move for Chelsea's Andrey Santos, valued at around £50m, after missing out on Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes. The club faces a midfield crisis following Casemiro's departure and Manuel Ugarte's serious World Cup injury.
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No Contract but Still Influential, Benatia Remains Key Asset for OM's Summer Sales
Having resigned, Medhi Benatia no longer has a contractual link with Olympique de Marseille, but new president Stéphane Richard confirms he remains involved in several sale deals this summer, acting out of a sense of responsibility according to the club.
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Arsenal target Hjulmand as Sporting reject Atletico bid for £43m midfielder
Arsenal are monitoring Sporting Lisbon captain Morten Hjulmand after the Portuguese club rejected an approach from Atletico Madrid. The 27-year-old Danish midfielder, who reportedly has Arsenal's crest tattooed on his shoulder, is seen as an alternative to primary target Bruno Guimaraes.
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Chelsea set £50m asking price for Santos as Manchester United weigh midfield move
Chelsea are open to selling Andrey Santos this summer if clubs meet their £50m valuation, with Manchester United and Newcastle among those monitoring the 22-year-old midfielder ahead of a busy transfer window.
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Upamecano insists Olise will stay at Bayern, but Neymar-Piqué precedent tempers optimism
Questioned by Sky Sport, Dayot Upamecano stated that Michael Olise, courted by Real Madrid, will not leave Bayern Munich. A declaration to be taken with caution in light of Piqué's famous "se queda" about Neymar in 2017.
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Manchester United weigh Santos move but face Chelsea bidding war risk
Manchester United have added Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos to their summer transfer wishlist as they seek at least two midfield signings, but the 22-year-old's price tag could trigger the same bidding war that cost them Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes.
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