Transfers
Player buying / selling / loan deals.
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Kane rules out Premier League return as Barcelona circle and contract talks loom
Harry Kane says the urge to return to England has faded since his £100m move to Bayern Munich in 2023, with the striker focused on extending his stay in Germany despite Barcelona's reported interest ahead of his contract expiry next summer.
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Nick Pope set to leave Newcastle as Celtic lead the race for veteran keeper
Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope, 34, is expected to depart St. James' Park before the transfer deadline after new head coach Matthias Jaissle signed two younger keepers this summer. Celtic are the leading candidates to sign the England international.
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Everton and Ipswich offer Gabriel Jesus a Premier League lifeline as Arsenal weigh exit
Arsenal have received enquiries from Everton and Ipswich for Gabriel Jesus, with the Brazilian keen to remain in England. The 29-year-old has one year left on his contract and scored just 32 goals in 123 appearances since his £45m move from Manchester City in 2022.
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Manchester United close in on Carlos Baleba as Brighton boss admits midfielder was rattled by transfer noise
Manchester United are nearing a deal to sign Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, their third summer signing under Michael Carrick. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler previously admitted Baleba was mentally affected by speculation over a move to Old Trafford last season.
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Man Utd in £65m Baleba talks as Arsenal close on Konsa and Liverpool seek Salah heir
Manchester United are in discussions over a £65m move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, while Arsenal are advancing talks to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa with a valuation gap between £40m and £60m still to be bridged.
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United close in on Baleba for £65m as left-back pursuit of Lewis Hall moves centre stage
Manchester United are set to complete the £65m signing of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, their third midfield addition of the summer. Attention is expected to turn immediately to Newcastle's Lewis Hall, identified as the club's primary left-back target.
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Freed by Monaco after 115 minutes, Pogba chooses between MLS and Saudi Arabia
Mutually released from his AS Monaco contract after just 115 minutes of play across six matches, Paul Pogba is studying offers from MLS and Saudi Pro League, according to Fabrizio Romano. His decision is expected in the coming days.
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Zirkzee's move to Napoli stalls as United wait on Serie A club to clear space
Manchester United's attempt to sell Joshua Zirkzee to Napoli has hit a delay, with the Italian club needing to offload a player before they can pursue the Dutch forward. The 25-year-old scored just five Premier League goals across two seasons at Old Trafford.
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United submit £65m Baleba bid as Arsenal refuse to rule out Lewis-Skelly sale
Manchester United have lodged a £60m opening bid for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with £5m in add-ons, while Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick declined to rule out selling 19-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly if the right opportunity arose.
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Curtis Jones set for £30m Inter Milan exit as Gakpo's £70m Spurs move edges closer
Liverpool are closing in on two significant departures before the September 1 deadline. Curtis Jones has reportedly had a £30m fee agreed with Inter Milan, while Cody Gakpo's potential £70m switch to Tottenham remains firmly on the table.
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Man City academy keeper Chabot signs from Angers as Gray nears Wigan loan
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of 18-year-old French goalkeeper Max Chabot from Angers, while academy midfielder Charlie Gray is closing in on a season-long loan move to League One side Wigan Athletic.
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Rashford swaps No. 10 for No. 14 among nine Manchester United squad number changes for 2026/27
Marcus Rashford has moved from No. 10 to No. 14 following his return from a loan spell at Barcelona, while goalkeeper Senne Lammens inherits the No. 1 shirt. Seven academy players have also received lower numbers ahead of the new Premier League season.
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Benzema at odds with Inzaghi at Al-Hilal, €123M termination blocks everything
Relations between Karim Benzema and Al-Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi have deteriorated sharply, prompting thoughts of departure. However, the French striker refuses to leave without full contract termination worth an estimated €123 million.
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Why Manchester United should move fast to sign Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly this summer
Arsenal have signalled they would consider selling 19-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly for as little as £45m, and Manchester United's need for depth at left-back and in midfield makes him a compelling target.
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Man United close in on £60m Baleba deal as Arsenal leave Lewis-Skelly door open
Manchester United have submitted a £60m opening bid for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with talks described as 'closing in' on a deal. Arsenal CEO Richard Garlick has also refused to rule out selling 19-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has been offered to United and Chelsea.
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Arsenal prioritise Nwaneri loan as Gunners target two Manchester United youngsters
Arsenal want to keep Ethan Nwaneri on a loan basis rather than sell the 19-year-old permanently before the September 1 deadline. The club are also pursuing deals for Manchester United teenagers James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye.
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Ferdinand backs Arsenal to retain Premier League title after £51m Konsa signing
Rio Ferdinand says Arsenal's £51m deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa is 'an absolute steal' and has convinced him Mikel Arteta's side will win back-to-back Premier League titles in 2026/27.
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Ederson says he 'doesn't know what happened' after knee concern ended £39m Man United move
Atalanta midfielder Ederson has spoken publicly for the first time about his failed transfer to Manchester United this summer, saying he remains baffled after a knee issue discovered during his medical caused the Reds to walk away from a £39m deal.
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Ederson insists he passed his United medical as £39m transfer collapse leaves him baffled
Atalanta midfielder Ederson says his tests went well and he still does not know why Manchester United pulled out of a £39m deal, after the club cited a knee problem discovered during his medical.
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Arsenal, United and Chelsea striker sales hinge on Napoli offloading their own forward first
Napoli are pursuing Gabriel Jesus, Joshua Zirkzee and Nicolas Jackson as potential summer signings, but must first sell a forward of their own before any deal can progress — leaving all three Premier League clubs in a holding pattern ahead of the September 1 deadline.
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