Arsenal have moved on from their chase of Vinicius Jr after he signed a contract extension with Real Madrid and the Gunners have now reignited their interest in Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, while PSG’s Bradley Barcola is also on their list.
Meanwhile, Rodri looks set to leave Manchester City amid interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid. The World Cup winning captain is into the final year of his contract and favours a move to Barca – who are considering a second bid after an initial offer of £38m was rejected.
Liverpool, meanwhile, also want to sign Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain and have lined up his teammate Ibrahim Mbaye in what could be a double swoop for Andoni Iraola’s side, while the Reds also look to have secured much-needed defender help with ex-Barcelona captain Ronald Araujo set for a loan deal with an option to buy.
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- Rodri set to leave Manchester City as Barcelona and Real Madrid circle
- Liverpool bring in defender help with loan deal for Barcelona's Ronald Araujo
- Arsenal identify Vinicius Jr alternatives after winger agrees Real Madrid extension
- Tottenham captain Cristian Romero interested in shock Arsenal transfer
Bruno Guimaraes ready to be a 'warrior' for Arsenal
19:00 , Will Castle"I feel amazing,” Bruno Guimaraes said after signing for Arsenal.
“ I'm glad for the opportunity. Since the first time I spoke to [Andrea] Berta and Mikel [Arteta], I was excited. I just felt inside of me that I need a new challenge in my life and I think to be an Arsenal player is going to be an exciting challenge in my life.
"I'm so excited to join you. I will give you my best, I promise. I'm your warrior, I'll never give up. Hopefully we can create many, many good memories together."
A force of nature.
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 8, 2026
Guimaraes is a Gunner ✍️ pic.twitter.com/E7k4mIHICg
DONE DEAL! Lucas Digne moves to PSG
18:35 , Will CastleLucas Digne has returned to Paris Saint-Germain, confirming his departure from Aston Villa
Le Paris Saint-Germain est heureux d'annoncer le retour de Lucas Digne. Le défenseur international français s'engage avec le Club de la capitale jusqu’en 2029. Il portera le numéro 12.
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) August 9, 2026
➡️ https://t.co/iKQsepH7mZ pic.twitter.com/i5D6PHbmhO
DONE DEAL! Trevoh Chalobah joins Como
18:12 , Will CastleTrevoh Chalobah has sealed an exit from Chelsea to join Serie A side Como.
Como 1907 is delighted to announce the permanent signing of England international defender Trevoh Chalobah from @ChelseaFC. The 27-year-old has signed a contract until 2031.
— Como1907 (@Como_1907) August 9, 2026
Read the official statement ➡️ https://t.co/yT8jxZku2j pic.twitter.com/HtWImIbXAf
World Cup winner Ferran Torres wants to join PSG
18:00 , Jamie BraidwoodFerran Torres has informed Barcelona that he wants to join Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with ESPN also reporting that personal terms have been agreed.
Torres, who scored the winning goal in the World Cup final, has just one year left on his Barcelona contract.
ESPN report that Barcelona would not deny Torres his move if PSG can meet their asking price.
Niclas Fullkrug agrees terms for West Ham exit - but there's a stumbling block
17:30 , Will CastleWest Ham striker Niclas Fullkrug has agreed terms with Venezia, according to Bild.
However, the Hammers’ asking price looks set to block a move from going through.
Man City explore Enzo Fernandez deal ahead of Rodri exit
17:00 , Miguel DelaneyManchester City are exploring a move for Enzo Fernandez in light of Rodri’s expected move to Barcelona.
The Chelsea midfielder is highly rated by new boss Enzo Maresca, who worked with the Argentine during his time at Stamford Bridge before succeeding Pep Guardiola this summer at the Etihad Stadium.
And with Rodri now keen to join Barcelona over Real Madrid after guiding Spain to World Cup glory this summer, the Independent understands that City are in the market for a new midfielder and have started to explore the prospect of signing Fernandez.
Man City explore deal for Chelsea star ahead of Rodri exit
Hamer heading back to Coventry as fee agree
16:00 , Jamie BraidwoodCoventry City have agreed a £6m deal to resign Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United, according to the Coventry Telegraph.
Hamer spent three seasons with Coventry between 2020 and 2023, when he joined United for £15m.
He returns to bolster Frank Lampard’s squad ahead of Coventry’s Premier League return.
The Telegraph also reports that former England international Angel Gomes is also a target.
West Ham strike deal for Manor Solomon
15:30 , Will CastleWest Ham have reached an agreement in principle to sign winger Manor Solomon from Tottenham, according to The Athletic.
Talks were believed to have broken down between the two clubs over valuation, opening the door for Hull to pursue the Israel international.
However, the two teams have now reached an agreement on a deal that includes a £5m up-front transfer fee plus £2m in potential add-ons. The deal would also include a 10 per cent sell-on clause.
A swap deal for Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil?
15:00 , Jamie BraidwoodThe Times report that Crystal Palace and Everton are in talks over a swap deal involving Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil.
McNeil had been poised to join Palace in January but the move broke down at the last minute. He is valued at around £20m.
Johnston has struggled at Palace since moving from Tottenham for £35m in January - and the Eagles would want a return on that investment.
A swap deal is said to be complicated, therefore.
Arsenal competition for Romero?
14:30 , Will CastleCristian Romero could be an option for Barcelona following Ronald Araujo’s proposed loan move to Liverpool, as per Mundo Deportivo in Spain.
Romero wants to leave Tottenham this summer with a move to Atletico Madrid on the cards, but Liverpool’s move for Araujo could bring Barca into the picture.
He has also been linked with a shock move to Arsenal.
Aston Villa agree deal for left back Matteo Ruggeri
14:00 , Jamie BraidwoodAston Villa are are set to sign Atletico Madrid left back Matteo Ruggeri, according to the Athletic.
The 24-year-old is considered to be the replacement for Lucas Digne, who is set to join Paris Saint-Germain.
Ruggeri joined Atletico last summer from Atalanta and Villa moved for him after their pursuit of Pervis Estupinan broke down.
Ronald Araujo set to undergo Liverpool medical
13:31 , Jamie BraidwoodRonald Araujo is set to undergo a medical today ahead of his loan move to Liverpool. The Barcelona centre-back is set to become Liverpool’s second signing of the summer and strengthen their defensive options.
Araujo, primarily a central defender but who can also play right-back, will help give Iraola more strength in depth in both positions.
Liverpool are short of fit defenders with right-back Conor Bradley probably out until November and the versatile Joe Gomez being injured in their first match of pre-season.
Fellow centre-back Giovanni Leoni has not played since suffering a cruciate ligament injury on his debut against Southampton last September, while new signing Jeremy Jacquet was left out of matches on the pre-season tour of the United States because of concerns about his fitness.
Coventry agree deal for Gus Hamer return
13:30 , Will CastleCoventry have agreed a deal with Sheffield United to re-sign midfielder Gus Hamer in a deal worth £6m plus add-ons, according to the Press Association.
The 29-year-old left the club for Bramall Lane in 2023 for £15m and has been linked with a move back to the Sky Blues following their promotion to the Premier League.
Blades boss Chris Wilder previously admitted that a deal for Hamer was likely to be agreed with just one year left on his contract in Sheffield.
Marcus Rashford set for Manchester United return against Leeds
13:00 , Jamie BraidwoodMarcus Rashford is set to return to Manchester United’s squad for their friendly against Leeds, Michael Carrick has confirmed.
Rashford spent last season on loan at Barcelona and has not played for United since December 2024, following another loan spell at Aston Villa.
He was granted time off following the World Cup but is now set to return alongside Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez and Matheus Cunha for the Leeds friendly.
Forest set to land Ousmane Diomande
12:30 , Will CastleNottingham Forest are set to sign Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande for £34.3m, per The Athletic.
Diomande is expected to undergo a medical ahead of signing a proposed five-year contract at Forest.
What's the latest on Arsenal's search for a winger?
12:00 , Miguel DelaneyArsenal intend to “hold their nerve” in the transfer market as they turn to alternative options to Vinicius Jr after he signed a new contract at Real Madrid.
Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez is admired, particularly by Mikel Arteta, but the forward is likely to remain in Spain this summer - whether at Atletico, or Barcelona.
Bradley Barcola is another attractive option, although Liverpool are thought to be further down the line in terms of negotiations over personal terms.
A third option, which Arsenal have considered, could be Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye, who was strongly linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League club earlier this summer.
Barcelona increase Rodri offer
10:00 , Jamie BraidwoodBarcelona are set to return with an improved offer for Rodri.
Manchester City rejected an opening bid of €45m (£38.7m) for their Ballon d’Or winner.
The 30-year-old is out of contract next summer and Real Madrid are also interested.
Sport in Spain report that Barca are set to up their bid to £51.4m.
City have already spent £116m on a midfielder this summer, paying a record sum for a British player to buy Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
They are also interested in Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi but Lens could seek a package of around €100m for the teenager.
Cristian Romero interested in shock Arsenal transfer
09:00 , Jamie BraidwoodTottenham captain Cristian Romero is interested in joining Arsenal, according to the Sunday Mirror.
The centre-back would face a furious backlash if he gets his way, but Tottenham have no interest in selling to their north London rivals.
Arsenal are in need of a centre-back after the injury to William Saliba while Romero has been in talks with Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan.
William Gallas was the last player to make the switch between the rivals, while the shockwaves Sol Campbell’s infamous move from Tottenham to Arsenal still linger.
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for Ronald Araujo
08:00 , Richard JollyLiverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo to give them much-needed reinforcements in defence.
The Merseyside club are looking to complete a loan with an option to buy the Uruguay international.
The 27-year-old former Barcelona captain is set to become Andoni Iraola’s second signing at Anfield, after winger Victor Munoz.
Araujo, primarily a central defender but who can also play right-back, will help give Iraola more strength in depth in both positions.
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for former Barcelona captain
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
07:00 , Miguel DelaneyArsenal intend to hold their nerve and assess alternative options after missing out on Vinicius Jr with the Real Madrid superstar signing a contract extension at the Bernabeu on Thursday.
Mikel Arteta is still eager to bring in a new left winger, though, with three notable options still on the table.
Arsenal made a serious bid to sign Vinicius Jr, with an agreement close on personal terms, but the 26-year-old ultimately opted to commit his future to Madrid in a deal until 2032.
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
Bruno Guimaraes reveals Declan Rice message after Arsenal move
05:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleBruno Guimaraes and Declan Rice have been involved in a couple of clashes in recent years with meetings between Newcastle and Arsenal often heated – though Rice has moved to calm any tensions with the pair now colleagues at the Emirates Stadium.
"[Declan] Rice sent me a message: ‘Come here and please no more fights, now we’re friends’, Guimaraes revealed.
"I was happy he messaged me, but the midfield we have here, in my point of view, is one of the best in Europe.
"Everyone is an amazing player, I'm so excited to start chatting and play, and know the players very, very well, but we have an amazing midfield.”
The cold truth behind Mohamed Salah’s move to Turkey’s fourth-biggest club
03:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleMohamed Salah will be something of an incongruous sight at Trabzonspor – a stark drop in prestige from Liverpool – but the move to football’s growing, lucrative retirement home does offer intrigue, Richard Jolly writes:
The cold truth behind Mohamed Salah’s move to Turkey’s fourth-biggest club
Newcastle consider experienced Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to bolster midfield
02:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleA number of reports this weekend have linked Newcastle with a move for Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The former Southampton and Tottenham man possesses prior Premier League experience and, while not a direct replacement for Bruno Guimaraes or Sandro Tonali, could bolster an area now of need.
Manchester United told Lewis Hall not for sale
01:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleAccording to Sky Sports, Manchester United have been told that Lewis Hall is not for sale by Newcastle as the Tyneside club bid to hold on to at least one key figure this summer. Manchester United are keen to add a versatile left-back option but knew a deal for Hall might be difficult – and it appears he’s likely to stay at St James’ Park.
Arsenal and Manchester United battle for striker
Sunday 9 August 2026 00:01 , Harry Latham-CoyleArsenal are said by The Sun to be leading the race to sign Inter Milan striker Pio Esposito, amid interest from Manchester United. The 21-year-old is highly rated and valued at just north of £70m.
WATCH: Bruno Guimaraes bids farewell to Newcastle fans
Saturday 8 August 2026 23:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleThe manner of his departure while club captain may not necessarily please Newcastle fans, but this is a nice farewell from Bruno Guimaraes as he heads to Arsenal.
Thank you Geordies.
— Bruno Guimarães (@brunoog97) August 8, 2026
Just a heartfelt thank you to the fans, Eddie Howe and his staff, all the players, directors, owners and everyone who works at the club for a period filled with happiness and achievements.
It was beautiful to live these nearly five years with you all. 🖤🤍… pic.twitter.com/sJjTvyCuWb
Newcastle sporting director admits Bruno Guimaraes wanted to leave
Saturday 8 August 2026 22:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleRoss Wilson, Newcastle’s sporting director, has revealed that Bruno Guimaraes expressed his desire to leave the club – providing little choice as they granted him a switch to Arsenal.
"What we had to weigh up was, very respectfully from Bruno with his behaviour towards us, very emotionally as well, he effectively told us he wanted to leave and move on," he said.
"That doesn't mean he can go, but it certainly plays a part in what our thinking is when we hit a certain range of number.
"There's no part in saying it was part of our strategy and was in our thinking this summer - it wasn't.
"But we have got to be flexible and react to things that happen."
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
Saturday 8 August 2026 21:30 , Miguel DelaneyArsenal intend to hold their nerve and assess alternative options after missing out on Vinicius Jr with the Real Madrid superstar signing a contract extension at the Bernabeu on Thursday.
Mikel Arteta is still eager to bring in a new left winger, though, with three notable options still on the table.
Arsenal made a serious bid to sign Vinicius Jr, with an agreement close on personal terms, but the 26-year-old ultimately opted to commit his future to Madrid in a deal until 2032.
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for Ronald Araujo
Saturday 8 August 2026 21:00 , Richard JollyLiverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo to give them much-needed reinforcements in defence.
The Merseyside club are looking to complete a loan with an option to buy the Uruguay international.
The 27-year-old former Barcelona captain is set to become Andoni Iraola’s second signing at Anfield, after winger Victor Munoz.
Araujo, primarily a central defender but who can also play right-back, will help give Iraola more strength in depth in both positions.
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for former Barcelona captain
The question that hangs over Elliot Anderson and the £100m-midfielder movement
Saturday 8 August 2026 20:30 , Harry Latham-CoyleThere have been a number of big-money midfield signings this summer, though determining the value of players who don’t necessarily contribute in the pure terms of goals and assists can be tricky. Richard Jolly ponders an interesting market trend:
The question that hangs over Elliot Anderson and the £100m-midfielder movement
Manchester City reject first Barcelona bid for Rodri
Saturday 8 August 2026 20:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleIt feels increasingly likely that Rodri will go – though Manchester City were firm this week that Barcelona would have to up their offer significantly for the World Cup-winning captain. Richard Jolly reports:
Manchester City reject first Barcelona bid for Rodri
Man City explore Enzo Fernandez deal ahead of Rodri exit
Saturday 8 August 2026 19:30 , Miguel DelaneyEnzo Maresca could link up with his former player with City searching for a replacement for Rodri should the World Cup winner move back to Spain with Barcelona or Real Madrid.
Man City explore deal for Chelsea star ahead of Rodri exit
Why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes – and how he fits into Mikel Arteta’s midfield
Saturday 8 August 2026 19:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleA deal, meanwhile, is done for Bruno Guimaraes – Jamie Braidwood details where the Brazilian midfielder fits in Mikel Arteta’s side:
The one word that explains why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes
Ezri Konsa to Arsenal
Saturday 8 August 2026 18:30 , Harry Latham-CoyleArsenal remain on the hunt for new additions after missing out on Vinicius Jr, with Ezri Konsa a top defensive target. The Daily Mail suggests that his Aston Villa teammates believe Konsa may be London-bound.
Man City agree cut-price deal for new Gianluigi Donnarumma deputy
Saturday 8 August 2026 18:00 , Richard JollyManchester City have agreed a €2m (£1.7m) deal to sign Geronimo Rulli to give Gianluigi Donnarumma a new deputy.
City have moved quickly to find a replacement for James Trafford, who joined Leeds for an initial £40m this week.
Rulli, who will sign a two-year deal at the Etihad Stadium, will join from Marseille after two seasons as the French club’s regular goalkeeper.
Man City agree cut-price deal for new Gianluigi Donnarumma deputy
WATCH: Why Arsenal wanted to sign Bruno Guimaraes so badly
Saturday 8 August 2026 17:25 , Luke BakerThe Bruno Guimaraes confirmation is the biggest news so far today.
Last week, ACFC look at exactly why the Gunners were so keen to sign the Brazilian midfielder
Arsenal to hijack Liverpool's Barcola move
Saturday 8 August 2026 17:01 , Miguel DelaneyHaving missed out on Vinicius Jr, The Independent understands that Bradley Barcola is seen as another attractive option for Arsenal as they look for a winger.
Liverpool are keen on the PSG star and the Gunners are playing catch-up to some extent, with Liverpool thought to be further down the line in terms of negotiations over personal terms.
PSG’s valuation could also prove a stumbling block, with the France international priced by his club at £130m, a figure above the Gunners’ own valuation.
DONE DEAL! Sasa Lukic joins Ipswich from Fulham
Saturday 8 August 2026 16:42 , Luke BakerNewly-promoted Ipswich continue to bolster their ranks ahead of the new Premier League season, with Fulham midfielder Sasa Lukic joining for £9m as the latest move.
The 29-year-old Serb is Ipswich’s eighth new arrival of the summer transfer window and has signed a deal running to the summer of 2030.
Here’s what Lukic had to say about moving to Portman Road:
🎥 "I came here with great ambition and a strong desire to help the team grow and improve every single day."
— Ipswich Town (@IpswichTown) August 8, 2026
Saša Lukić spoke to TownTV following his move to the Blues.
PSG and Man City consider Gusto
Saturday 8 August 2026 16:23 , Luke BakerThe Sun that PSG are considering a move for Chelsea defender Malo Gusto.
The Blues value the full-back at £75m and the French champions would like him to provide competition to Achraf Hakimi.
Manchester City are also said to be interested.
Man United v PSG
Saturday 8 August 2026 16:03 , Luke BakerTalking of Man United, they’ve just got their pre-season friendly against PSG underway in Gothenburg.
You can follow all the action here:
Man United v PSG LIVE: Score and updates from high-profile friendly in Sweden
Juventus pursuing Zirkzee
Saturday 8 August 2026 15:45 , Luke BakerJuventus are said to be interested in Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee and hope to bring the forward in on a loan deal.
Zirkzee is down the pecking order under Michael Carrick and could be keen on the move though the right deal will need to be struck for all parties.
Juve have already signed Randal Kolo Muani and Kerim Alajbegovic so there is no urgency on their part to get Zirkee’s move done.
Newcastle eyeing move for ex-Spurs midfielder Hojbjerg
Saturday 8 August 2026 15:23 , Luke BakerNewcastle are exploring a move for Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
That’s according to Sky Sports News, who say the 31-year-old is valued at around £15m.
Newcastle will be looking to replace Bruno Guimaraes after his £75m move to Arsenal and the Danish international is one option the Magpies are considering.
Hojbjerg has Premier League experience having played for Tottenham and Southampton.
The cold truth behind Mohamed Salah’s move to Turkey’s fourth-biggest club
Saturday 8 August 2026 15:02 , Luke BakerMohamed Salah will be something of an incongruous sight at Trabzonspor – a stark drop in prestige from Liverpool – but the move to football’s growing, lucrative retirement home does offer intrigue, Richard Jolly writes:
The cold truth behind Mohamed Salah’s move to Turkey’s fourth-biggest club
Jesus could be off to Napoli if Lukaku domino falls
Saturday 8 August 2026 14:42 , Luke BakerGabriel Jesus could be heading out the Arsenal exit door this summer and Napoli is a possible destination, providing Romelu Lukaku moves on.
Fenerbahce are interested in signing Lukaku from Napoli and the Belgian striker is open to joining the Turkish club.
Napoli would be seeking around £8.6m for the 33-year-old and his departure could help pave the way for Jesus to move to Naples.
According to Sky Sports News, two exits are required before Napoli can consider bringing in the Brazilian and Arsenal are understood to want around £18m-£20m for Jesus.
Man City agree cut-price deal for new Gianluigi Donnarumma deputy
Saturday 8 August 2026 14:20 , Richard JollyManchester City have agreed a €2m (£1.7m) deal to sign Geronimo Rulli to give Gianluigi Donnarumma a new deputy.
City have moved quickly to find a replacement for James Trafford, who joined Leeds for an initial £40m this week.
Rulli, who will sign a two-year deal at the Etihad Stadium with an option for a third year, will join from Marseille after two seasons as the French club’s regular goalkeeper.
It will be the 34-year-old’s second stint on City’s books, though he is yet to debut for them after being signed in 2016, loaned to Real Sociedad and then bought by the Spanish club.
Solomon to West Ham off as Hull swoop
Saturday 8 August 2026 14:00 , Luke BakerWest Ham have ended negotiations with Tottenham over a move for Manor Solomon due to financial reasons, according to The Athletic.
The Hammers want to pay £5m but are not willing to agree to the promotion bonuses Spurs are after.
That could be a boost for Hull City, with The i Paper reporting that Hull are interested in the Israeli winger.
Manchester United told Lewis Hall not for sale
Saturday 8 August 2026 13:42 , Luke BakerAccording to Sky Sports, Manchester United have been told that Lewis Hall is not for sale by Newcastle as the Tyneside club bid to hold on to at least one key figure this summer.
Manchester United are keen to add a versatile left-back option but knew a deal for Hall might be difficult – and it appears he’s likely to stay at St James’ Park.
Guimaraes 'hopeful we can achieve our dreams' at Arsenal
Saturday 8 August 2026 13:31 , Luke BakerIn his first official interview since joining Arsenal, Bruno Guimaraes has said he is hopeful “we can achieve our dreams” at the Gunners.
Speaking to Arsenal’s club media channels following his £75m move from Newcastle, Guimaraes said: “I feel good, I feel amazing. I’m glad for the opportunity.
“Since the first time I spoke to (Andrea) Berta and Mikel (Arteta) I was excited. I just felt inside of me that I need a new challenge in my life and I think to be an Arsenal player is going to be an exciting challenge in my life.
“I think after playing two World Cups, I’m at the point of my life, I think I need a challenge like this.
“I want to win trophies, I want to make history and I think I’m in the right place to do it. I’m so excited to start.
“We have tough games to play this season so the squad is going to be very, very important and I’m hopeful we can achieve our dreams.”
DONE DEAL! Bruno Guimaraes joins Arsenal for £75m
Saturday 8 August 2026 13:18 , Luke BakerIt’s finally official. Bruno Guimaraes has joined Arsenal in a £75m deal from Newcastle.
The 28-year-old midfielder joins on a four-year deal and the contract includes a further one-year option.
Guimaraes arrived at Newcastle in January 2022 and leaves the club after making 195 appearances, scoring 31 goals along the way.
Our warrior.
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 8, 2026
Welcome to The Arsenal, Bruno Guimaraes 🤩
Van de Ven nears Spurs extension
Saturday 8 August 2026 13:14 , Luke BakerMicky Van de Ven is close to agreeing a new long-term contract with Tottenham Hotspur, according to Sky Sports.
Van de Ven’s current contract runs until 2029 and is entering his fourth season at the club.
DONE DEAL! Another goalkeeper leaves Man United
Saturday 8 August 2026 13:00 , Luke BakerBayindir isn’t the only goalkeeper leaving Old Trafford, with Radek Vitek having completed his switch to Championship side Middlesbrough.
United have managed to secure a pretty hefty fee of up to £14m from a second-tier side and have also inserted a buy-back clause into the deal, along with matching rights and a 35 per cent sell-on clause to profit from any potential future sale.
The 22-year-old impressed on loan at Bristol City in the Championship last season.
Best of luck to Radek Vitek, who has completed a move to Middlesbrough.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 8, 2026
We thank him for everything over the last six years ❤️
Manchester United continue squad overhaul by offloading goalkeeper
Saturday 8 August 2026 12:35 , Luke BakerManchester United have agreed to loan goalkeeper Altay Bayindir to Celta Vigo for the season.
The Spanish club have an option to buy the Turkey international, reportedly for a fee of £3.5m, which would give United a high sell-on clause on top of that.
Manchester United continue squad overhaul by offloading goalkeeper
Newcastle sporting director admits Bruno Guimaraes wanted to leave
Saturday 8 August 2026 12:25 , Luke BakerRoss Wilson, Newcastle’s sporting director, has revealed that Bruno Guimaraes expressed his desire to leave the club – providing little choice as they granted him a switch to Arsenal.
"What we had to weigh up was, very respectfully from Bruno with his behaviour towards us, very emotionally as well, he effectively told us he wanted to leave and move on," he said.
"That doesn't mean he can go, but it certainly plays a part in what our thinking is when we hit a certain range of number.
"There's no part in saying it was part of our strategy and was in our thinking this summer - it wasn't.
"But we have got to be flexible and react to things that happen."
Why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes – and how he fits into Mikel Arteta’s midfield
Saturday 8 August 2026 12:15 , Luke BakerIt’s a significant signing for Arsenal – and perhaps one they had to make. Jamie Braidwood explains:
The one word that explains why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes
Manchester City reject first Barcelona bid for Rodri
Saturday 8 August 2026 12:10 , Richard JollyBarcelona have had a bid for Rodri rejected by Manchester City.
The Spanish champions offered €45m (£38.7m) for Spain’s World Cup-winning captain, which City do not deem a serious price for the Ballon d’Or winner.
No meaningful talks have taken place between the clubs yet with City reluctant to enter negotiations until there is the prospect of a deal near their valuation of the midfielder.
Real Madrid have also shown interest in the midfielder.
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
Saturday 8 August 2026 12:09 , Luke BakerArsenal intend to hold their nerve and assess alternative options after missing out on Vinicius Jr with the Real Madrid superstar signing a contract extension at the Bernabeu on Thursday.
Mikel Arteta is still eager to bring in a new left winger, though, with three notable options still on the table.
Arsenal made a serious bid to sign Vinicius Jr, with an agreement close on personal terms, but the 26-year-old ultimately opted to commit his future to Madrid in a deal until 2032.
Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for Ronald Araujo
Saturday 8 August 2026 11:56 , Luke BakerLiverpool are close to agreeing a loan deal for Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo to give them much-needed reinforcements in defence.
The Merseyside club are looking to complete a loan with an option to buy the Uruguay international.
The 27-year-old former Barcelona captain is set to become Andoni Iraola’s second signing at Anfield, after winger Victor Munoz.
Araujo, primarily a central defender but who can also play right-back, will help give Iraola more strength in depth in both positions.
Liverpool on the brink of loan deal for former Barcelona captain
Transfer news
Saturday 8 August 2026 11:55 , Luke BakerWelcome to the latest transfer news from The Independent. There’s plenty going on today, so let’s dive in.
