Eberechi Eze has completed his dream move to Arsenal after the Gunners dramatically swooped to beat rivals Tottenham to his signature.
Arsenal have announced 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. Eze, who has signed a four-year contract and will wear the No 10 shirt, may make his debut against Liverpool next week. Spurs, meanwhile, are now in a late scramble for a new attacker as the deadline looms.
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 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. Striker Rasmus Hojlund could be on his way to Napoli.
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- Eberechi Eze deal complete as Arsenal and announce new signing
- Eze, who signs four-year deal and will wear No 10 shirt, unveiled at Emirates
- 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
Chelsea transfer news: Xavi Simons, Alejandro Garnacho, Morgan Rogers and more
21:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Though a successful Club World Cup campaign saw Chelsea return from the USA as world champions, the Blues have still been very busy this summer in the transfer market.
Here’s everything you need to know about Chelsea’s summer transfer plans.
Newcastle United transfer news: Yoane Wissa, Marc Guehi, Jorgen Strand Larsen and more
20:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Having ended their trophy drought with Carabao Cup success last season, Newcastle United now have work to do in the final days of a torrid transfer window.
With a return to the Champions League, the Magpies needed to strengthen their squad to compete at the highest level, but despite boss Eddie Howe making it known that he is looking to work fast this summer, Newcastle have missed out on several of their top targets so far.
Arne Slot makes Liverpool transfer declaration amid Alexander Isak speculation
20:03
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Jamie Braidwood
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has refused to be drawn on the club’s position regarding Alexander Isak.
It adds extra spice for when the two teams meet at St James’ Park on Monday, with Isak expected to absent again as he continues to train away from the squad.
“I don’t think (it will be a busy end to the window) because (that would mean) I would be unhappy with the squad and I am happy with the squad.
“I say two players for each positions is ideal, but sometimes less is more so you are not disappointing players.”
Ruben Amorim on Rasmus Hojlund's Man United future
19:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Rasmus Hojlund was not even named on the bench against Fulham and has attracted interest from clubs including AC Milan.
Amorim said the £72m striker had taken the news he was dropped from the squad “like a professional player” and said Hojlund could remain involved after the end of the transfer window if he stays at Old Trafford.
“Let’s wait until the market is closed and then everything is clear,” he said.
Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo expected to remain in charge for match at Palace
19:05
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Jamie Braidwood
Nuno Espirito Santo looks set to be in charge of Nottingham Forest for Sunday’s Premier League clash at Crystal Palace.
Nuno poured fuel on speculation his job was under threat on Friday saying “where there’s smoke, there’s fire”.
The Portuguese, who signed a new contract in June after guiding Forest to European football for the first time since 1995, admitted that his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis had deteriorated, due in part to the arrival of global head of football Edu Gaspar.
Fulham's Marco Silva angry at lack of transfer business
18:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Marco Silva says Fulham "cannot be pleased at all" with their summer transfer business.
The Cottagers have had a quiet summer with Montpellier goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte the sole arrival on a two-year deal.
It has led to Fulham boss Silva becoming increasingly frustrated ahead of Manchester United's Premier League visit to Craven Cottage on Sunday.
"How we should feel as a club?" Silva said at his pre-match press conference.
"At this stage of last season, we had two to three players in. This season, we had a plan, the plan has fallen through.
"It's our fault, not active at all. We cannot be pleased at all."
Arsenal unveil Eberechi Eze to fans ahead of Leeds clash as new signing confirmed
18:02
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Will Castle
Arsenal have unveiled Eberechi Eze to the Emirates Stadium faithful ahead of their Premier League meeting with Leeds after confirming the arrival of their new signing.
Eze moves from Crystal Palace for a believed fee of £60m plus £7.5m in add-ons and becomes the club’s seventh recruit of the summer, joining fellow high-profile acquistions Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi through the door.
Arsenal acted quickly to secure Eze after news of Kai Havertz’s knee injury, which left the club short in midfield.
The 27-year-old, a former Arsenal youth player and lifelong supporter of the club, chose a switch to the Emirates over a move to Tottenham Hotspur.
Eberechi Eze presented as Arsenal player
17:30
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Jamie Braidwood
Ice-cold from Eberechi Eze as he is presented to the Emirates.
That little look after coming out of the tunnel. Chill.
A raucous ovation for their new No 10.
Arsenal's new no.10, Ebere Eze pic.twitter.com/Yoo8E2vz9C
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 23, 2025
Eberechi Eze completes dream Arsenal move
17:14
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Jamie Braidwood
Eberechi Eze has completed his dream move to boyhood club Arsenal in a transfer which could be worth as much as £68m
Eze becomes Arsenal's seventh signing of the summer and catapults their spending spree to £250m. The England international has agreed a four-year deal and will wear the number 10 shirt.
Tottenham had been set to capture Eze after they reached an agreement with Crystal Palace on Wednesday, until Mikel Arteta's side swooped in to hijack the transfer.
Arsenal's ruthless move - for an initial fee of £60m prior to performance related add-ons - to stump their rivals has drawn parallels with ex-Spurs captain Sol Campbell's controversial switch on a free transfer to the Gunners in 2001.
The deal for the 27-year-old was announced 30 minutes prior to Arsenal's first Premier League home game of the season, against Leeds
Mikel Arteta on the signing of Eberechi Eze
17:07
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Jamie Braidwood
“We are absolutely delighted to bring Eberechi to Arsenal. He is a powerful and exciting player who will give us a new dimension in our attacking game. What stands out just as much as his talent and intelligence as a player, is the way he has worked hard throughout his career to get where he is today.
“His journey, his mentality, and his ambition are exactly what we want in our team, and we love how much it means to him and his family to be joining our club. We all look forward to start working with Eberechi soon.”
Arsenal announce Eberechi Eze!
17:02
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Jamie Braidwood
“It was only ever Arsenal”.
The Gunners have signed Eberechi Eze, who will wear the No 10 shirt at Arsenal.
More to follow!
It was only ever Arsenal.
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 23, 2025
A boyhood Gooner, our new number 10 – welcome home, Ebere ❤️ pic.twitter.com/k3h67d4rg7
Crystal Palace are in big trouble if Marc Guehi leaves – Oliver Glasner
16:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Oliver Glasner has warned Crystal Palace are in “big trouble” if they lose captain Marc Guehi before recruiting reinforcements.
Eberechi Eze, who was not involved in the 1-0 Conference League first-leg play-off victory over Fredrikstad, is expected to complete a £60million move to Arsenal, while Guehi, who did start at Selhurst Park, has been heavily linked to Liverpool.
Yoane Wissa not in Brentford squad amid Newcastle interest
16:03
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Jamie Braidwood
Yoane Wissa was not in the squad for Brentford’s home match against Aston Villa today amid speculation that he wants to leave the club to join Newcastle.
Brentford boss Keith Andrews said: "It's not the right thing to do to involve him in the squad. The team is always the priority in everything we do.
"There has to be a focus on getting a result today, and I felt it was the right thing to do to not involve Yoane."
Edson Alvarez leaves West Ham on loan
15:33
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Jamie Braidwood
West Ham have confirmed that midfielder Edson Alvarez has joined Fenerbahçe on loan.
The Mexico international did not feature in either of their opening defeats of the season - including last night’s 5-1 home thrashing against Chelsea.
West Ham United can confirm Edson Álvarez has joined Turkish club Fenerbahçe SK on loan for the 2025/26 season, with an option to make a permanent transfer next summer.
— West Ham United (@WestHam) August 23, 2025
Tottenham to return for Savinho?
15:03
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Jamie Braidwood
Tottenham could return with an improved offer for Savinho after this afternoon’s meeting with Manchester City.
Fabrizio Romano reports that City don’t want to sell but adds that Spurs are considering a fresh bid of up to €70m for the winger.
Fabian Hurzeler content with Brighton's business
14:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Fabian Hurzeler is hopeful Brighton will still be active during the rest of the transfer window, but is content with his forward options before Sunday's trip to Everton.
Big-money signing Charalampos Kostoulas sat out the 1-1 draw with Fulham as he adapts to a new country and league. It is a similar story for Stefanos Tzimas, which resulted in Georginio Rutter being deployed up front on Saturday until he was replaced by Danny Welbeck.
The same duo are likely to be required at Everton as 18-year-old Kostoulas is handled with care, but Hurzeler is not pushing chairman Tony Bloom for new additions.
Adam Wharton on Real Madrid's radar?
14:02
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Jamie Braidwood
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.
Ruben Amorim admits having four wantaway players at Man Utd not a good situation
13:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Ruben Amorim admits it is not a good situation to still have four wantaway players at Manchester United but says “anything can happen” if they do not find a suitable solution.
The Red Devils have until September 1 to complete their summer rebuild, with speculation over potential additions outweighed by talks of prospective exits.
Marcus Rashford is the only member of the so-called ‘bomb squad’ to have left, with Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia still working away from United’s first-team squad.
Could Man City still move for Rodrygo?
13:02
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Jamie Braidwood
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.
Pep Guardiola hopeful Phil Foden can return to his best this season
12:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Pep Guardiola is optimistic Phil Foden will be back to his best for Manchester City this season following a frustrating past 12 months for the England midfielder.
Everton close in on Tyler Dibling deal to take summer spending past £100m
12:01
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Richard Jolly
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.
Manuel Akanji and Ilkay Gundogan not in Man City squad amid transfer links
11:59
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Jamie Braidwood
Manuel Akanji and Ilkay Gundogan are not in the Manchester City squad. 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."
Federico Chiesa is a ‘totally different’ player to last season – Arne Slot
11:33
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Jamie Braidwood
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?
Jorgen Strand Larsen emerges as Newcastle option
11:03
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Jamie Braidwood
Newcastle are having difficulty trying to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford and have now been linked with a move for Wolves striker and Norway international Jorgen Strand Larsen, who is valued at £60m.
Newcastle want to a striker regardless of whether Alexander Isak leaves and will only consider letting last season’s top scorer depart if they sign at least two replacements.
Thomas Frank only wants players who want to wear ‘fantastic badge’ of Tottenham
10:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Thomas Frank has brushed off Tottenham’s failure to sign Eberechi Eze by insisting he only wants players who want to wear the “fantastic badge” of the club.
Spurs were all set to capture Eze after reaching an agreement with Crystal Palace on Wednesday for a £60million plus £7.5m in extras deal until Arsenal hijacked the transfer of the England international, who has previously revealed he was a boyhood fan of the Gunners.
Nathan Ake to Everton?
10:03
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Jamie Braidwood
Everton are interested in signing Manchester City defender Nathan Ake, according to the Daily Mail.
Pep Guardiola has boosted his defence with the signing of left back Rayan Ait-Nouri and with John Stones returning from injury.
Ake now faces competition for his place from Stones, Ruben Dias, Manuel Akanji and Josko Gvardiol, so may be surplus to requirements.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal’s move for Eberechi Eze move is not a reaction to Kai Havertz injury
09:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Mikel Arteta has asserted that Arsenal’s impending £60 million acquisition of Eberechi Eze is not a knee-jerk reaction to Kai Havertz’s recent knee injury.
News of Havertz’s injury reportedly accelerated Arsenal’s pursuit of Eze, with the deal for the Crystal Palace star set to take their summer spending to an eye-watering £250 million. Eze is understood to have undergone his medical on Friday, with his transfer to the north London club potentially finalised this weekend.
While Arteta stopped short of confirming Eze’s arrival, he firmly denied that the club’s recent transfer activity was a direct response to Havertz’s setback.
Mikel Arteta: Arsenal’s transfer business has put big smiles on our faces
09:08
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Jamie Braidwood
Mikel Arteta admitted he is walking around with a huge smile on his face after assembling what he now believes is the best squad of his Arsenal reign.
Eberechi Eze’s imminent £60million arrival from Crystal Palace will take Arsenal’s spending spree to £250m amid a summer of transformation at the Emirates.
Eze, who it is understood underwent a medical at Arsenal on Friday, is set to become the club’s seventh new arrival with competition for places now fierce across the pitch.
And when asked if he is now armed with the most complete squad of his near seven-year tenure, Arteta replied: “In terms of numbers and quality, yes for sure.
“When you shake the tree and bring in more players there are always things that can happen.”
The deep-seated issue that explains West Ham’s worrying decline
09:03
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Miguel Delaney
“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?
Eddie Howe responds to Alexander Isak’s claim Newcastle broke promises over Liverpool transfer
08:31
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Jamie Braidwood
Eddie Howe has described Alexander Isak’s statement accusing Newcastle of breaking promises over his desired transfer to Liverpool as a “sad moment”.
Newcastle play Liverpool on Monday night and Howe confirmed Isak will not be in his squad with just over a week to go until the window closes.
More here:
Man United in talks over highly-rated goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
08:29
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Richard Jolly
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.
When could Eberechi Eze make his Arsenal debut?
08:28
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Jamie Braidwood
Arsenal fans will likely need to wait a little longer to see Eberechi Eze in action as his move from Crystal Palace was reportedly not finalised in time to meet the Premier League’s deadline for this afternoon’s match against Leeds United.
Eze is on the verge of completing a high-profile move from Crystal Palace to Arsenal, but fans may have to wait another week to see him in action.
Eberechi Eze deal set to be announced
08:26
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Jamie Braidwood
Eberechi Eze has completed all his paperwork ahead of his move to Arsenal but there are reports that his deal from Crystal Palace was not completed before the 12pm registration deadline yesterday.
An announcement could come today, potentially around the 5:30pm match against Leeds at the Emirates, but is expected to come at some stage this weekend.
