Arsenal have made a breakthrough in their pursuit of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr with a transfer for the Brazilian winger now seen as a possibility after his contract talks in Spain have stalled. The Gunners are also targeting Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and a report from the The Times says he will have a medical with the club today.
In order to facilitate two huge deals - both would need fees near to or in excess of £100m - Arsenal may need to sell. Christian Norgaard is set for the exit after a single season at the Emirates with Everton is his next destination, it seems. Myles Lewis-Skelly could also be an eye-raising sale with Manchester United exploring their options to bring the defender to Old Trafford as Michael Carrick looks to bolster his squad.
United’s aim is for a left-back with Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall also in the mix though it may prove more difficult to prize him out of St. James’ Park given the sale of Sandro Tonali and, probably, Guimaraes already in this window.
Elsewhere, Chelsea have announced the surprise signing of Danny Welbeck, with Jordan Henderson soon to follow, and Mohamed Salah appears to have a new club, finally, after leaving Liverpool on a free.
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Transfer news LIVE
- Bruno Guimaraes set for Arsenal medical ahead of Newcastle exit?
- Newcastle reject Arsenal's opening bid for Guimaraes
- Arsenal close in on Vinicius Jr move after making breakthrough
- Manchester United consider shock move for Myles Lewis-Skelly
- Michael Carrick also chasing Lewis Hall to bolster options
- Mohamed Salah set to sign for new club after leaving Liverpool
Newcastle are at a crossroads – can little-known manager Matthias Jaissle find a new way?
12:56 , Mike JonesStripped of their stars, manager and identity, Newcastle look in decline – but, Richard Jollywrites, Matthias Jaissle may prove a shrewd appointment.
Newcastle are at a crossroads – can a relatively unknown German find a new way?
Man United keeper targeted by Spanish club
12:41 , Mike JonesManchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir is a target for Spanish side Celta Vigo, according to Mail on Sunday.
Bayindir is currently second-choice keeper behind Senne Lammens at Old Trafford, though the arrival of Karl Darlow could threaten this.
Newcastle reject Arsenal bid for Guimaraes
12:37 , Mike JonesNewcastle have rejected an opening bid from Arsenal for Bruno Guimaraes.
The clubs remain in talks over the midfielder who is reporting back to Newcastle training at their pre-season camp in La Manga, Spain.
Guimaraes’ preference is to leave Newcastle and join the Gunners and he has informed the club of his desire.
He has two years left on his deal plus a club-held option for a third.
Newcastle still awaiting formal bid for Bruno Guimaraes
12:27 , Mike JonesNewcastle are still awaiting a formal bid from Arsenal for skipper Bruno Guimaraes, according to PA.
Widespread reports on Saturday evening claimed the Magpies had accepted a bid of £80m from the Gunners for their captain and a medical had been arranged for Monday, although sources on Tyneside were mystified by the suggestion.
Indeed, they insist there has still been no direct contact between the clubs over the 28-year-old Brazil international, who has indicated he wants to leave St James’ Park for the Emirates Stadium this summer.
Arsenal’s desire to add Guimaraes to the squad which lifted the Premier League title for the first time since 2004 last season is long-standing and well-known, although the Magpies have grown increasingly irritated by the speculation without action which has surrounded their player for weeks now.
Hull close in on Benfica striker
12:12 , Mike JonesBenfica striker Franjo Ivanovic is close to joining Hull City, according to Record.
Talks have progressed over the terms of a deal that will likely see the Croatia forward join initially on loan.
Manchester United consider intriguing move for Arsenal defender
12:00 , Miguel DelaneyManchester United are investigating whether a deal for Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly is possible, as they also press on with attempting to sign Lewis Hall from Newcastle United.
The Old Trafford hierarchy have long-standing interest in the Lewis-Skelly and are aiming to see whether Arsenal would do business, given the English champions’ plan to spend big over the next few weeks.
Manchester United consider intriguing move for Arsenal defender
Juventus turn to Gugleilmo Vicario after ending Emi Martinez pursuit
11:49 , Mike JonesJuventus have ended their pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez, according to Fabrizio Romano, following a reported gap in valuation.
It means the club are now exploring a loan deal for out-of-favour Tottenham stopper Guglielmo Vicario, per Sky in Italy.
Juventus had also explored the conditions of a deal for Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki but face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and costs could be prohibitive.
Spurs interested in Gakpo
11:38 , Mike JonesSticking with Tottenham, Spurs are interested in Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo with Roberto de Zerbi wanting another wide attacker.
Liverpool will not let Gakpo leave without a replacement lined up so there is work to be done on that front.
Gakpo also has four years remaining on his deal with the Reds meaning Tottenham would need to spend on a potentially high transfer fee.
Romero gathering interest
11:26 , Mike JonesCristian Romero is expected to leave Tottenham this summer and there are reports of interest in the defender from Italy and Spain.
Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan both remain interested in Tottenham’s captain.
It was only a year ago that Romero signed a new deal and was made captain of the club but a summer exit would not be a surprise.
Tottenham teenager Mikey Moore set for another loan
11:09 , Mike JonesTottenham’s highly-rated young attacker Mikey Moore is poised for a loan move away from the club, with German side Koln currently leading the race for his signature.
The decision comes despite the 18-year-old’s promising pre-season performances under manager Roberto De Zerbi, as all parties agree another temporary spell elsewhere would best serve the versatile forward’s development.
Mikey Moore set for another loan as Bundesliga club lead race for highly-rated star
Should Harry Maguire move on?
10:55 , Mike JonesFormer Manchester United striker Louis Saha says it might be time for the centre-back to leave the club.
“It's time to consider if Harry Maguire should move on,” Saha said.
“I always come back to those moments where his career was under a lot of pressure, critics were coming from left, right, and center internationally.
“He has done really well to still be in that conversation. He's still a leader and a real asset, able to help us get back into the Champions League as an experienced player. I can still see him having a massive role.
“But in a personal way, looking for another challenge at the end of his career is something I can imagine as well. I do think United is still looking for a centre-back.
“We have difficulty having centre-backs that aren't injured. We need that.
“Look at Arsenal, William Saliba is extremely important, and when he missed a few games, they missed out on winning the title because he wasn't there. This year he's been a rock.
“United needs a rock-solid defence. We need someone who can play three-quarters of the games and help youngsters like (Ayden) Heaven and (Leny) Yoro get better at leadership.”
Roberto De Zerbi unsure over Richarlison future
10:43 , Mike JonesRoberto De Zerbi says he is unsure if Richarlison wants to stay at Tottenham.
"I don't know because I like him as a player and as a guy," De Zerbi said.
"He's unbelievable in terms of attitude and behaviour. But, in the end, we have to respect what he wants to do."
When pressed on whether Richarlison wants to leave, he added: "I don't know. I didn't understand well because sometimes he says he wants to stay, sometimes he wants to leave. We have to speak anyway. There is not any problem. He's a lovely guy."
Wales becomes first nation to withdraw support for Fifa president Gianni Infantino
10:30 , Mike JonesThe Football Association of Wales (FAW) has officially withdrawn its support for Fifa president Gianni Infantino’s re-election bid, becoming the first football association to do so.
The decision follows his controversial, bungled attempt to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
Wales becomes first nation to withdraw support for Fifa president Gianni Infantino
New Newcastle signing has his say
10:17 , Mike JonesLukas Hornicek has been speaking about his transfer to Newcastle and what the move means to him.
The Czech international revealed: "The last few days have been an emotional rollercoaster from when I first heard about the move and now I’m so happy to be here.
"It’s a brilliant opportunity in a new league, which I’m very excited about.
"From the very first moment I arrived here, I received a fantastic welcome and really felt the warmth of the club. Everyone has been brilliant in helping me settle in.
"I know Newcastle is a huge football city, with 52,000 fans at St. James’ Park creating an incredible atmosphere and pushing the team every game. I can’t wait to play in front of them."
Vinicius Jr back in Real training
10:01 , Mike JonesReal Madrid star Vinicius Jr has arrived back for training with the club amid contract talks.
Vini is into the last year of his contract with Real and negotiations are ongoing over a new deal. It has previously been reported that he wants to stay and Real have no desire to sell the winger.
Both parties are confident over signing a new deal but Arsenal are said to be willing to spend heavily on bringing him to the Emirates meaning this one may still have a few complications to come.
Guimaraes to hand in transfer request?
09:52 , Mike JonesThe Sun are reporting that Bruno Guimaraes is returning to Newcastle, following a break after his World Cup campaign, in order to hand in a transfer request and personally get the ball moving on his St. James’ Park exit.
Arsenal are the ones hoping to sign the midfielder and it is believed that a medical could be arranged as early as today if a deal between the clubs can be struck.
Enzo Maresca 'perfect' for Man City
09:41 , Mike JonesJosko Gvardiol has hailed Enzo Maresca as the ‘perfect’ choice to take the throne at Manchester City.
"The level is that high and he has been chosen with reason as the manager," said Gvardiol.
"I think he has a quality, has some new ideas and also we need to see what we are going to do [with] the style of [play], the football we are going to play and the tactics.
"I think he is a perfect one, but of course, it takes time. It's something totally new, it's not easy to change the manager, so we will take time.
"It's our job to help him as much as possible and also to listen to try to adapt as quick as possible.
"I met him, we spoke a little bit about my injury [and] also how we played, how I played before with Pep, and that's it, more or less."
Mikel Arteta provides update on Arsenal transfer plans
09:27 , Mike JonesMikel Arteta has declared Arsenal’s ambition to make moves in the transfer market over the next few weeks.
"We expect to have movements in the next few weeks, obviously," said Arteta after his side's 4-1 pre-season win over Girona.
"We want to get better like anybody else, and you can see the transfer market and our opponents... We won't sit still and we are very ambitious with what we are doing.
"The margins are very small. Because we want to get better and the level is going to increase. We need to increase the competition internally. We need to make sure we identify the things that we don't have in the team."
Joao Pedro set for new contract
09:14 , Mike JonesThe Athletic believe that Chelsea may offer Joao Pedro a new contract – despite the Brazilian forward already being tied down until 2032.
That contract will be for improved terms, no doubt, but it does seem strange for the Blues to commit to it with six years still running on the existing deal.
DONE DEAL! Newcastle sign Hornicek
09:10 , Mike JonesNewcastle United have signed goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga in a deal worth £25.7m.
The 24-year-old joins on a five-year contract after Newcastle paid his release clause.
It is expected that he will be the first choice goalkeeper this season leaving Nick Pope’s future up in the air.
Enzo Maresca chasing familiar face for Manchester City
09:02 , Mike JonesThe Sun report new Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca wants to be reunited with Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, and also claim Maresca’s old club Chelsea are in the race for Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini along with Newcastle and Tottenham.
Ipswich closing on Burnley midfielder
08:51 , Mike JonesIpswich are closing in on Burnley midfielder Florentino Luis.
The deal is being discussed at around £16m.
Hull had been in talks to secure Luis’s services on loan but manager Sergej Jakirovic confirmed they are likely to miss out as another club wants a permanent deal.
Medicals are Fulham
08:40 , Mike JonesGonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios have undergone medicals with Fulham ahead of sealing permanent moves from Real Madrid.
The combined fee for both players is around £42.3m.
Garcia, a 22-year-old striker, is set to move for around £34m while, Palacios, an 18-year-old midfielder who made his senior debut for Real Madrid in January, is costing Fulham around £8.5m.
Bayern Munich in for Sesko?
08:28 , Mike JonesThis one seems a touch far-fetched but The Sun are saying that Bayern Munich are keeping tabs on Man Utd forward Benjamin Sesko.
Sesko was on Bayern’s radar before his move to Old Trafford but an uplift in form under Michael Carrick last season has proven he can perform for the Premier League side.
United have no intention of selling him and Sesko is likely to have a big role in the first team going forward.
United pursuing left-back leads
08:20 , Mike JonesMan United are also in the hunt for a left-back to become the long-term replacement for Luke Shaw.
Two names top the list and those are Myles Lewis-Skelly of Arsenal and Lewis Hall of Newcastle.
Both would be tricky acquisitions.
Lewis-Skelly could perhaps be the easier of the two to secure a deal for especially if Arsenal get their two big-money deals (for Bruno Guimaraes and Vinicius Jr) over the line.
MLS was sidelined by Mikel Arteta for much of last season before coming good towards the end of the campaign but he isn’t a nailed on starter and the Gunners can afford to let him leave.
For Newcastle, they are having a summer to forget with the exodus of their best players and manager Eddie Howe mostly confirmed.
Hall could be the next in line but the Magpies have limited back up in the full-back roles and would demand a favourable price for the left-back.
Hall, reportedly, turned down the chance to move back to Chelsea meaning a switch to Old Trafford could be in the offing.
Arsenal make breakthrough in pursuit of Vinicius Junior
08:15 , Miguel DelaneyArsenal have made progress in negotiations that could yet secure the sensational transfer of Vinicius Junior, with the outline of a personal deal agreed.
There is still a considerable way to go for any deal to happen, and the preference of both Real Madrid and the player is to stay at the Bernabeu.
Present realities may yet see Vinicius end up at Arsenal, however, as he only has a year left on his contract. The situation is said to now be entering the decisive period, and it is possible that the 26-year-old’s future is decided this week.
Arsenal make breakthrough in pursuit of Vinicius Junior
Bruno Guimaraes medical at Arsenal?
08:10 , Mike JonesA report from The Times claims that Arsenal are hoping Bruno Guimaraes will have a medical at the club today despite not yet having a deal in place with Newcastle.
The Gunners are moving closer to an £80m move for the influential midfielder with Mikel Arteta wanting to sign big name players in the hopes of boosting Arsenal’s position in both the Premier League and Champions League.
The rumoured deal for Guimaraes - which is yet to become official - is for an initial £70m plus £10m in add ons.
Good morning!
08:07 , Mike JonesWelcome to The Independent’s coverage of the summer transfer window.
We’ll have all the latest deals, news and gossip so stick with us throughout the day to see which Premier League clubs boost their squads and which look likely to struggle as the new season approaches.
Mohamed Salah's next club?
08:00 , Will CastleFormer Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is close to joining Trabzonspor, according to Foot Mercato, despite verbally agreeing to sign for fellow Turkish club Besiktas earlier in the summer transfer window.
The Egypt talisman is without club since departing Anfield at the end of last season.
Gold family agree to sell West Ham stake to consortium led by Amanda Staveley
07:40 , Will CastleVanessa Gold, daughter of former West Ham chair David Gold, has reached an agreement to sell her family's shares in the club to a consortium led by Amanda Staveley, the former co-owner of Newcastle.
The Gold family trust owns 25.1 per cent of the shares in the Championship club, who were relegated from the Premier League last season.
“I have now reached an agreement to sell my family's shareholding to a consortium of PCP Capital Partners, led by Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi, in partnership with Ashland Forest Capital Partners,” Gold said in a statement on Saturday.
“This sale remains subject to [a] pre-emption process, under which existing shareholders have the option to buy the shares instead.
“While the process has not yet concluded, I wanted to be open with our fans about where things stand and my intentions.”
Gold family agree to sell West Ham stake to consortium led by Amanda Staveley
PSG progress in pursuit of Zion Suzuki
04:00 , Will CastleParis Saint-Germain are progressing in talks to sign Japan international Zion Suzuki, per Sky in Italy.
The Champions League holders have made an offer worth an initial £23.9m plus add-ons for the Parma goalkeeper.
Real Madrid hail Uefa for protecting football after World Cup sell-off plans abandoned
03:00 , Will CastleReal Madrid have praised Uefa for helping protect football “at a decisive moment” after Fifa abandoned plans to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors.
“Real Madrid values very positively the decision taken by Fifa to abandon the proposal to partially sell the commercial rights of its competitions,” read a statement from the 15-time European champions.
“Our club considers that it is good news for football, for its institutions and, above all, for the millions of fans of our beloved sport.
“Real Madrid would like to express its gratitude to Uefa, the confederations and federations, and all the institutions that firmly and responsibly opposed this project. Their unity and sense of duty have protected football at a decisive moment.”
Real Madrid hail Uefa for protecting football after World Cup sell-off plan abandoned
Danny Welbeck looking forward to working under Xabi Alonso
Monday 3 August 2026 00:00 , Will CastleLooking forward to working with Xabi. 🤝⏳
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 1, 2026
QPR set to sign Glenn Kamara
Sunday 2 August 2026 23:00 , Will CastleGlen Kamara is set to join Queens Park Rangers, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Finnish midfielder returns to England from Rennes, having previously played for Leeds.
The agreement is a loan with an option to buy, with the deal at the paperwork stage.
Spurs youngster in talks with Lincoln
Sunday 2 August 2026 22:00 , Will CastleLincoln City are in talks to sign Mason Melia on loan from Tottenham, according to Sky Sports.
The 18-year-old forward has left Roberto De Zerbi's camp during their pre-season tour of Australia and New Zealand, after playing 25 minutes off the bench during their 2-1 win against Sydney FC.
DONE DEAL! Juventus sign Randal Kolo Muani from PSG
Sunday 2 August 2026 21:00 , Will CastleJuventus have completed the signing of Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain.
He joins on a permanent deal for a fixed fee of €38m, which could rise to €50m.
Mikel Arteta provides update on Arsenal transfer plans after Girona friendly
Sunday 2 August 2026 20:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleMikel Arteta has declared Arsenal’s ambition to make moves in the transfer market over the next few weeks.
"We expect to have movements in the next few weeks, obviously," said Arteta after his side's 4-1 pre-season win over Girona.
"We want to get better like anybody else, and you can see the transfer market and our opponents... We won't sit still and we are very ambitious with what we are doing.
"The margins are very small. Because we want to get better and the level is going to increase. We need to increase the competition internally. We need to make sure we identify the things that we don't have in the team."
Juventus turn to Gugleilmo Vicario after ending Emi Martinez pursuit
Sunday 2 August 2026 19:30 , Will CastleJuventus have ended their pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez, according to Fabrizio Romano, following a reported gap in valuation.
It means the club are now exploring a loan deal for out-of-favour Tottenham stopper Guglielmo Vicario, per Sky in Italy.
Juventus had also explored the conditions of a deal for Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki but face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and costs could be prohibitive.
Speaking of Juve and PSG dealings, Randal Kolo Muani has landed in Italy ahead of his loan to the Old Lady. Busy times in Turin!
DONE DEAL! Juventus sign Kerim Alajbegovic
Sunday 2 August 2026 19:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleOne of Europe’s top talents is bound for Juventus. Kerim Alajbegovic was strongly linked with Chelsea earlier in the transfer window but has opted for Turin, with the Serie A club striking a deal with Bayer Leverkusen for the 18-year-old.
DONE DEAL! Chelsea sign Valentin Barco
Sunday 2 August 2026 18:30 , Will CastleChelsea have completed the signing of Argentinian international Valentin Barco from sister club Strasbourg.
Chelsea FC is pleased to confirm the signing of Argentinian international Valentin Barco from RC Strasbourg.
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 2, 2026
Welcome to Chelsea, Valentin! 🔵
Ajax and Real Betis ignite interest in Ireland striker Troy Parrott
Sunday 2 August 2026 18:00 , Miguel DelaneyAjax and Real Betis have made contact with AZ Alkmaar about Troy Parrott, in a deal that could go beyond £25m. All of Fulham, Como and PSV Eindhoven are meanwhile surveying how it develops, with a view to potentially trying to hijack any deal.
Parrott has had another sensational season with AZ, with one of many peaks the five goals against Portugal and Hungary in November's international break, that took Ireland into a World Cup play-off.
That has seen a series of clubs take interest in his progress, with the five above - from four different countries - currently the most keen. Parrott himself is open to another transfer abroad, given how beneficial the move to the Netherlands has been for his career.
Ajax and Real Betis ignite interest in Ireland striker Troy Parrott
Mohamed Salah set for new club
Sunday 2 August 2026 17:40 , Harry Latham-CoyleFormer Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is close to joining Trabzonspor, according to Foot Mercato, despite verbally agreeing to sign for fellow Turkish club Besiktas earlier in the summer transfer window.
Hull close in on teenager but set to miss out on Florentino
Sunday 2 August 2026 17:20 , Will CastleHull City have reached a verbal agreement to sign Australian teenager Lucas Herrington from Colorado Rapids, according to Sky Sports.
Mail on Sunday also say the club are in discussions over a £17m deal for Nice winger Mohamed Ali-Cho.
However, all is not rosy with the Tigers’ transfer business, with boss Sergej Jakirovic saying he no longer expects to sign Burnley midfielder Florentino.
"I think that [Florentino] will not come to us," Jakirovic told Hull Live. "I think that he will go to another club, though I don't know which one.
"His move, I believe, will be a permanent transfer, so we don't have a chance with that because we want to loan him from Burnley. This is his decision and his family, which I respect.
"We have some options, so we will activate our second option now, so I hope we will finish it."
Eddie Howe explains decision to leave Newcastle United in emotional statement
Sunday 2 August 2026 17:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleWas Newcastle’s shifting transfer strategy part of the reason why Eddie Howe stepped down?
Eddie Howe explains decision to leave Newcastle United in emotional statement
Matthias Jaissle involved in Bruno Guimaraes replacement plans
Sunday 2 August 2026 16:40 , Will CastleNewcastle have started plans to bring in a new midfielder with captain Bruno Guimaraes set to join Arsenal.
And according to Fabrizio Romano, those plans involve Matthias Jaissle, who has not yet been confirmed as Eddie Howe’s replacement - but will be shortly.
Bournemouth strike deal for Sevilla defender
Sunday 2 August 2026 16:20 , Will CastleBournemouth have agreed a deal with Sevilla for right-back Juanlu Sanchez, according to Sky Sports.
The deal is worth an initial £9.5m, with Sevilla retaining a 10 percent sell-on clause.
This comes after the Cherries completed the signing of Antonio Silva from Benfica on Saturday.
Inter renew Curtis Jones interest
Sunday 2 August 2026 16:00 , Will CastleInter have renewed their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, according to The Athletic.
This time, they’ve indicated that they are willing to pay €35m for Jones - though this still falls short of Liverpool’s valuation.
Yan Diomande misses RB Leipzig training camp amid Real Madrid move
Sunday 2 August 2026 15:40 , Will CastleYan Diomande will not travel with RB Leipzig to the club’s pre-season training camp in Austria as the club continues to negotiate with Real Madrid over his transfer.
However, the club insist this absence is not down to questions surrounding his future, with head coach Martin Demichelis insisting he is “genuinely ill”.
Rennes agree deal to sign England U21 star
Sunday 2 August 2026 15:20 , Will CastleRennes have agreed a deal to sign Charlie Cresswell from Ligue 1 rivals Toulouse, according to The Athletic.
Rennes will pay a loan fee of €2.5m with an obligation to buy the centre-back next summer for a deal worth up to €25.5m.
Cresswell played every minute for England last summer at the Under-21 European Championship, including the final win over Germany.
WATCH: Christos Tzolis scores on Arsenal debut
Sunday 2 August 2026 15:00 , Will CastleSmooth as Tzolis 🧊 pic.twitter.com/Vozx7Pb6f6
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 2, 2026
Gold family agree to sell West Ham stake to consortium led by Amanda Staveley
Sunday 2 August 2026 13:20 , Will CastleVanessa Gold, daughter of former West Ham chair David Gold, has reached an agreement to sell her family's shares in the club to a consortium led by Amanda Staveley, the former co-owner of Newcastle.
The Gold family trust owns 25.1 per cent of the shares in the Championship club, who were relegated from the Premier League last season.
“I have now reached an agreement to sell my family's shareholding to a consortium of PCP Capital Partners, led by Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi, in partnership with Ashland Forest Capital Partners,” Gold said in a statement on Saturday.
“This sale remains subject to [a] pre-emption process, under which existing shareholders have the option to buy the shares instead.
“While the process has not yet concluded, I wanted to be open with our fans about where things stand and my intentions.”
Gold family agree to sell West Ham stake to consortium led by Amanda Staveley
The flaw in Chelsea’s new transfer plan to sign older players
Sunday 2 August 2026 11:00 , Harry Latham-CoyleChelsea are having a strange summer – few would have anticipated Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson featuring on their list of transfer targets. Lawrence Ostlere explores why the pair have been purchased.
The flaw with Chelsea’s new transfer plan to sign older players
Ajax and Real Betis ignite interest in Ireland striker Troy Parrott
Sunday 2 August 2026 10:35 , Miguel DelaneyAjax and Real Betis have made contact with AZ Alkmaar about Troy Parrott, in a deal that could go beyond £25m. All of Fulham, Como and PSV Eindhoven are meanwhile surveying how it develops, with a view to potentially trying to hijack any deal.
Parrott has had another sensational season with AZ, with one of many peaks the five goals against Portugal and Hungary in November's international break, that took Ireland into a World Cup play-off.
That has seen a series of clubs take interest in his progress, with the five above - from four different countries - currently the most keen. Parrott himself is open to another transfer abroad, given how beneficial the move to the Netherlands has been for his career.
Ajax and Real Betis ignite interest in Ireland striker Troy Parrott
Manchester United also chasing Lewis Hall
Sunday 2 August 2026 08:50 , Harry Latham-CoyleUnited are meanwhile hopeful of a deal for Hall. He is open to the prospect amid a tumultuous summer for Newcastle United, as the owners assess strategy to build a new team.
Though it would still require a lot to actually get a deal done.
