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Atletico block Alvarez's Barcelona move as agent denies depression claims

Julian Alvarez's agent Fernando Hidalgo has dismissed speculation that the Argentina forward is suffering from depression, as Atletico Madrid confirm they will not sell him to Barcelona. Alvarez returned to the training ground on Friday, working separately from his teammates.

Football Aug 30
Free from Al-Hilal at 37, Benzema seeks fifth club with MLS option

Karim Benzema has left Al-Hilal by mutual agreement, a year before his contract expired. The 2022 Ballon d'Or winner has received several offers, including one from the MLS, and rules out any retirement.

Football Aug 30
Watkins seals £50m Al Hilal move 'with a heavy heart' after six years at Villa

Ollie Watkins has completed a three-year deal with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal for £50m, ending a six-year spell at Aston Villa in which he became the club's record Premier League scorer with 91 goals.

Football Aug 30
Ndjantou heading to Bundesliga on loan as PSG manages attacking departures

Quentin Ndjantou, Paris Saint-Germain forward, is reportedly interested in a loan offer from the Bundesliga. Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig are among the clubs interested, while PSG must also manage the departures of Mbaye and Barcola.

Football Aug 30
Alonso signals Enzo Fernandez exit as Man City's £130m bid edges closer

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso left Enzo Fernandez out of the squad for the win over Brighton and admitted the decision was 'best for the team', with Manchester City lining up a British-record £130m deal ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline.

Football Aug 30
Martinez debuts in seven-goal thriller as Chelsea beat Brighton to stay in title hunt

Emiliano Martinez kept goal for Chelsea just 24 hours after his £7.5m move from Aston Villa, as the Blues survived a seven-goal thriller against Brighton at Stamford Bridge to record back-to-back Premier League wins.

Football Aug 30
Benzema free from Al-Hilal: Can Lyon and Marseille really believe it?

Pushed out by Al-Hilal before his contract expires, Karim Benzema could become a free agent. At 37, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner is fueling fantasies in Ligue 1, but major obstacles remain.

Football Aug 30
Ndiaye's Sale to Tottenham to Net OM €5M Through Resale Clause

Transferred to Everton two years ago for €18M, Iliman Ndiaye is about to join Tottenham for approximately €70M. A 10% sell-on clause inserted during the initial sale will allow OM to recover nearly €5M.

Football Aug 30
Arsenal sell Martinelli and Jesus as Bartishvili signing caps frantic window finale

Arsenal are set to sanction the departures of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Fabio Vieira before Tuesday's transfer deadline, while also agreeing a £4m deal for Georgian winger Andria Bartishvili.

Football Aug 30
Saha urges Man United to sign Osimhen, claiming Nigerian striker is 'still waiting' for the move

Former United striker Louis Saha insists Victor Osimhen remains keen on a move to Old Trafford, while also suggesting the Galatasaray forward could partner Benjamin Sesko rather than replace him.

Football Aug 30
Arsenal set to smash their transfer record as Martinelli nears £55m Al-Hilal move

Gabriel Martinelli is closing in on a £55.7m move to Saudi side Al-Hilal, which would surpass Arsenal's previous record sale of £35m received for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in 2017. Gabriel Jesus is also expected to join Barcelona before Tuesday's deadline.

Football Aug 30
Alonso hints at Enzo Fernandez Chelsea exit after axing midfielder for second straight game

Xabi Alonso has described leaving Enzo Fernandez out of Chelsea's squad as 'for the best', with the Argentine linked to a £120m move to Manchester City before Tuesday's transfer deadline.

Football Aug 30
Alvarez returns to Atletico training after telling Arteta he does not want Arsenal move

Julian Alvarez has resumed training at Atletico Madrid after missing three sessions this week, but the standoff deepens following reports he told Mikel Arteta he has no desire to return to England.

Football Aug 30
Arsenal agree £8.57m deal to sell Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona after three seasons

Arsenal have reached an agreement to sell Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona for £8.57 million, with further add-ons possible. The 29-year-old Brazilian forward had been frozen out of Mikel Arteta's squad this season after being made available for transfer.

Football Aug 30
Ndiaye to Tottenham for £60m: Former OM flop revived by Spurs after City interest

Iliman Ndiaye is set to leave Everton for Tottenham for approximately £60 million, according to Fabrizio Romano. Manchester City had also targeted the Senegalese forward before turning to Cody Gakpo.

Football Aug 30
Tottenham turn to Ndiaye after Gakpo snub as Richarlison heads back to Everton

Tottenham Hotspur are closing in on Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye after Cody Gakpo chose Manchester City over Spurs. In a separate deal, striker Richarlison is set to return to Everton, with both players still needing to agree personal terms and pass medicals.

Football Aug 30
Bordeaux Bègles target Springbok loosehead Mchunu as front-row rebuild gathers pace

Stormers loosehead Ntuthuko Mchunu, 27, has emerged as a transfer target for Top 14 side Bordeaux Bègles, who are assembling a shortlist of front-row signings for next summer. Bath prop Beno Obano is also on their radar.

Rugby Aug 30
Van Dijk backs £123m Barcola signing but warns Liverpool not to sell Gakpo

Virgil van Dijk has endorsed Liverpool's move for Bradley Barcola, who will undergo a medical before signing a five-year deal worth an initial £110m plus add-ons, but the captain urged the club to retain Cody Gakpo despite interest from Tottenham and Manchester City.

Football Aug 30
Arsenal sign Cardiff City record-breaker Axel Donczew in latest academy spree

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of 16-year-old Cardiff City midfielder Axel Donczew, who became the Bluebirds' youngest-ever player at 15 years and 234 days. The move is part of a broader summer push by the Gunners to recruit the UK's most promising young talents.

Football Aug 30
Aston Villa move to tie down Maatsen with new deal after Manchester United's interest emerges

Aston Villa are expected to offer Ian Maatsen a contract extension after Manchester United explored the left-back's availability during the summer window. The 24-year-old, under contract until 2030, started Villa's opening Premier League defeat to Brighton.

Football Aug 30

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