Manchester United are closing in on a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba with the clubs negotiating over a deal. They are set to reject an audacious approach from Galatasaray for their captain Bruno Fernandes. The Turkish club are determined to sign a star this summer and are lining up a comprehensive financial package that would have doubled the 31-year-old midfielder’s salary, but United’s stance is that Fernandes is not for sale.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has confirmed that he will bench star striker and Arsenal target Julian Alvarez for their LaLiga opener on Wednesday as he remains locked in a transfer dispute over his future. Alvarez is pushing to join Barcelona this summer and reports in Spain seem to confirm that would be his likely destination despite interest from Premier League champions Arsenal. However, Atletico CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin saying the club would not even accept €200m for the former Manchester City forward.
Manchester City face a price hike if they are to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea. City are still interested in signing Fernandez despite missing Chelsea’s Friday deadline for offers, but now face paying much more than the £120m the Blues were demanding last week. City, meanwhile, are to sign 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for £85m after selling Ballon d’Or winner Rodri to Barcelona in a deal worth up to £65m.
Liverpool had reportedly agreed terms with Paris Saint-Germain forward Ibrahim Mbaye but new rumours say they are moving away from the 18-year-old though their interest in teammate Bradely Barcola remains. Both Mbaye, 18, and France international Barcola were left out of PSG’s squad for the French Super Cup on Sunday. The European champions were set to demand £145m for Barcola, who is also wanted by Arsenal, but Liverpool are prepared to play the long-game as they bid to negotiate a price.
Follow all of the latest news, rumours and done deals below
Manchester City into ‘advanced talks’ with Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City have now entered “advanced talks” to sign 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for around £85m.
Bouaddi impressed for Morocco at this summer’s World Cup and the Lille midfield has agreed personal terms with City.
The departure of Rodri to Barcelona has accelerated City’s interest after there were suggestions that he would arrive at the Etihad next year.
City are also interested in signing Enzo Fernandez, despite missing Chelsea’s Friday deadline to submit a bid for the Argentina international.
Newcastle move for Gonzalez
The Athletic say that Newcastle are in talks with Manchester City over possibly signing midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
The Magpies need to replace Bruno Guimaraes after their former captainmade the switch to Arsenal earlier in the summer.
Gonzalez isn’t a definite starter for City and could be a decent signing if the right deal can be met.
The report says that talks are currently at an exploratory stage with no formal offers or bids forthcoming, yet.
BBC announces four new pundits for Match of the Day this season
The BBC has announced that four new pundits will join its rotating cast of Match of the Day experts for the new Premier League season.
Aston Villa agree deal to sign Wan-Bissaka
It’s been a busy couple of days for Villa who, having announced two new signings this morning, have also agreed a deal with West Ham over Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
The agreement is for a loan with an obligation to buy.
Villa are in the process of loaning out right-back Kosta Nedeljkovic to Rangers, and Wan-Bissaka is being brought in to replace him.
Arsenal confident of signing Konsa
Arsenal are looking for defensive reinforcements due to injuries for William Saliba and Jurrien Timber and they have had their sights on Konsa for a while.
Villa value Konsa at £60m and it remains to be seen if Arsenal will offer that amount or negotiate for a lower price. Regardless of price, the Gunners are growing in confidence that a deal can be agreed.
Konsa is also said to be keen on the move.
Brighton bring in David
Brighton have signed Promise David from Union Saint-Gilloise on a season long loan deal.
The deal also includes a £22m obligation to buy should certain criteria be met throughout the season.
David scored 41 goals in 82 appearances for USG and helped them win the league title in 2024/25.
Crystal Palace sign Gozo
Another announcement from overnight with Crystal Palace having confirmed the signing of Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake.
The 19-year-old joins on a five-year deal.
“It is great to welcome such an exciting young talent to Crystal Palace Football Club,” said Palace chairman Steve Parish.
“I am looking forward to seeing what Zavier can achieve with us during his time in South London.”
Rodri excited about Barcelona move
More from the former Manchester City midfielder now who spoke about how it feels to join Barcelona and make the move back to his native Spain.
“I’m very happy and excited about this new stage in my career. It’s a fresh challenge, a chance to experience new things and feel that excitement again,” he said.
“I’ve come to a hugely ambitious club that really suits my personality, so I’ll try to help in every way I can to achieve our objectives this season.
“I’m happy to have a coach who I think will bring a lot to my career. It’s a style that I think is somewhat different from what I’ve experienced before, so it will be enriching and help me grow as a player.”
The four unsolved problems threatening to derail Liverpool’s season
Taking over an unfinished squad and an injury prone defence while tasked with fitting in last year’s expensive signings and replacing Mohamed Salah means Andoni Iraola inherits many of the issues that plagued Arne Slot’s second season, writes Richard Jolly.
Badiashile closing in on Napoli move
Benoit Badiashile is closing in on a move to Napoli and has arrived in Italy ahead of undergoing a medical with the club.
The deal is for a season long loan move worth €3m (£2.5m) and there is an option to buy next summer for a price of €27m (£23m).
