Arsenal have dramatically stolen Eberechi Eze from Tottenham’s grasp and are set to sign the England international after he bid farewell to Crystal Palace last night.
The Gunners will complete a transfer worth £60m and £7.5m in add-ons – pretty much exactly Eze’s release clause, which expired for this window last Thursday - and the boyhood Arsenal fan underwent his medical at their training centre on Friday. Spurs are now in a late scramble for a new attacker as the deadline looms.
Alexander Isak’s explosive statement this week accused Newcastle United 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 undergoes Arsenal medical ahead of £65m move
- Man United consider move for goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
- Eddie Howe responds to Alexander Isak’s claim Newcastle broke promises over Liverpool transfer
- Tottenham eye response and attack new transfer targets
- Napoli open talks to sign Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund
- Ruben Dias signs new long-term Manchester City contract
Yoane Wissa could return for Brentford despite Newcastle interest
17:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Keith Andrews could include Yoane Wissa in the Bees' squad for Saturday's home game against Aston Villa.
Wissa was not involved in Brentford's Premier League opener at Nottingham Forest, which they lost 3-1, with the DR Congo forward strongly linked with a bid from Newcastle.
"He's been training with the team," Brentford boss Andrews said of Wissa at his pre-match press conference. "In terms of being involved this weekend I'll make a decision on the squad tomorrow, but he's part of the group this week.
"He's a Brentford player right now. My stance around Yoane all along is I don't want him to leave.”
Morgan Rogers emerges as priority target for Tottenham but with one big obstacle
17:03
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Miguel Delaney
Tottenham Hotspur have made Morgan Rogers a priority target after missing out on Eberechi Eze, and contact has already been made with intermediaries to see if a deal is possible.
Aston Villa do not want to sell a young star who on Tuesday won PFA Young Player of the Year, but there is a feeling that a proper bid might change things, especially as the Birmingham club continue to face PSR constraints.
One huge obstacle for Spurs is that Rogers is expected to cost considerably more than Eze, given that he has a contract until 2030. While figures of £80m have already been mentioned in Spurs circles, it might have to go even higher to make Villa think.
Arne Slot makes Liverpool transfer declaration amid Alexander Isak speculation
16:34
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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.”
Eddie Howe responds to Alexander Isak’s claim Newcastle broke promises over Liverpool transfer
16:03
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Lawrence Ostlere
Eddie Howe has described Alexander Isak’s statement accusing Newcastle of breaking promises over his desired transfer to Liverpool as a “sad moment”.
More here:
Fulham's Marco Silva angry at lack of transfer business
15:52
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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."
Eberechi Eze move is not reaction to Kai Havertz injury – Mikel Arteta
15:33
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Jamie Braidwood
Mikel Arteta insisted Arsenal’s dramatic move to sign Eberechi Eze is not a panic reaction to Kai Havertz’s knee injury.
“Obviously we were very active trying to look at the possibilities that could come,” said Arteta. “We are not reacting to anything, we’ve been very prepared and understanding what we could do and we have decided this is the moment to do it.”
Fulham and Arsenal back in talks over Reiss Nelson loan
15:09
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Miguel Delaney
Fulham and Arsenal are back in talks over a loan for Reiss Nelson, who spent last season at Craven Cottage.
Marco Silva has expressed his frustration at Fulham’s inability to add to his squad this summer while Eberechi Eze’s arrival at Arsenal means there is even less opportunity for Nelson to appear for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta.
Man United consider move for goalkeeper as Andre Onana decision made
15:04
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Richard Jolly
Manchester United could consider a move for Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens but Andre Onana is expected to remain at Old Trafford when the transfer window closes.
Lammens, the Antwerp goalkeeper and a Belgium Under-21 international, is on United’s radar and while a goalkeeper was not one of United’s priority positions in the transfer window, any further business could be possible depending on outgoings.
But Amorim admits he faces a decision whether to recall Onana for Manchester United’s visit to Fulham after Altay Bayindir blundered in defeat to Arsenal.
Nuno Espirito Santo makes stunning admission amid reports of Nottingham Forest exit
14:49
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Jamie Braidwood
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has revealed his relationship with club owner Evangelos Marinakis has changed amid some reports that he could be sacked.
Nuno guided Forest to a seventh-placed finish in the Premier League last season and a return to European football, having been 17th in the table the season before.
But reports surfaced on Friday that the Portuguese coach could be about to be dismissed just one game into the new season. When asked about those reports, Nuno said “when there’s smoke, there’s fire” and he revealed that his relationship with Marinakis is “not as close”.
Frank sends strong message to potential signings after Eze transfer snub
14:28
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Lawrence Ostlere
Thomas Frank has said he only wants to sign players who are desperate to play for Tottenham, after Eberechi Eze snubbed the club for Arsenal.
The blow leaves Frank with few attacking options. Injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski, and the departure of Heung min-Son, leave Spurs short of resources.
Frank is confident the club will make a signing before the transfer deadline on 1 September, and although he didn’t namecheck Eze, the manager laid out what he wants from a new signing.
Mikel Arteta’s smile says it all as Arsenal close to completing Eberechi Eze deal
14:18
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Jamie Braidwood
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he could not comment on Eberechi Eze’s imminent arrival even as the England international said his goodbyes to Crystal Palace ahead of his move to north London.
Arteta did discuss the importance of Eze wanting to join Arsenal, with The Independent reporting that Eze held out for his dream move and always preferred to join the Gunners than Tottenham.
"That's the number one, that they want to be with us and feel something special to come to us,” Arteta said.
"I think we have done very well in the last few years to create this spirit in the team.”
Andre Onana expected to stay at Man United amid Senne Lammens interest
14:06
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Richard Jolly
Andre Onana is expected to stay at Manchester United this summer, though Ruben Amorim has not guaranteed him the position of first choice this season.
The club are interested in Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens, though no move is imminent and goalkeeper was not one of United’s priority positions in the transfer market this summer.
Ruben Amorim on Rasmus Hojlund's Man United future
13:52
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Richard Jolly
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.
Oliver Glasner confirms Eberechi Eze has said goodbye to Crystal Palace
13:38
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Jamie Braidwood
While Mikel Arteta won’t comment on Eberechi Eze’s move to Arsenal before it is official, Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has confirmed that Eze has said his goodbyes to his team-mates before leaving Selhurst Park.
Mikel Arteta on Eberechi Eze: 'Nothing to comment'
13:33
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Jamie Braidwood
A big grin Mikel Arteta’s face as he is asked about “a three-letter word”. Eze?
“Nothing to comment. I can never talk about players who are not part of our group.”
Arteta’s smile said it all but the Arsenal boss says he is unable to comment further.
Pep Guardiola confirms Rodri's return against Tottenham
13:28
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Jamie Braidwood
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Rodri will return for Manchester City against Tottenham on Saturday.
The Ballon d’Or winner has been sidelined for almost 11 months with a knee injury but is available this weekend.
"Rodri and Phil [Foden], the last game they were out for just the reason of lack of training and rhythm,” Guardiola said.
"They could not play 90 minutes against Wolves, but they were ready and they are ready for tomorrow.
"I just want consistency with Rodri, that's all,” Guardiola added. "I don't have any doubt about his potential, quality. He is still the best player in the world.
"In a few months, they will elect a new one, but he still is."
FPL tips before gameweek two deadline: Viktor Gyokeres and more
13:16
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Jamie Braidwood
The Premier League is in full swing and so too is the fantasy football season, as FPL managers look to make a fast start to the new campaign.
Tijjani Reijnders was the talk of the FPL town after his sensational debut for Manchester City, scoring one goal and making an assist in a promising link-up with Erling Haaland.
But, besides Reijnders, who else caught the eye and who should we be buying before the gameweek two deadline? Here are The Independent’s five top picks this week:
Chelsea full-back Renato Veiga joins Villarreal
13:00
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Jamie Braidwood
Portugal international Renato Veiga has left Chelsea and joined Villarreal, in a deal worth up to a reported €30m.
The full-back, signed from FC Basel in 2024, made 18 appearances for Chelsea before joining Juventus on loan in January.
Could Mikel Arteta confirm Eberechi Eze this afternoon?
12:45
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Jamie Braidwood
We have a slew of Premier League press conferences this afternoon, with Mikel Arteta and Thomas Frank speaking at 1:30pm and Ruben Amorim slightly earlier at 1:15pm.
Expect updates on Eberechi Eze, Morgan Rogers, Rasmus Hojlund and Manchester United’s bid to sign a new goalkeeper.
Kasey McAteer heads to Ipswich
12:30
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Jamie Braidwood
Ipswich have completed the signing of winger Kasey McAteer from Leicester.
Republic of Ireland international McAteer, 23, moves to Portman Road on a four-year contract for a reported fee of £12m.
"It is a very attractive project which is being built here and I want to add myself to that," McAteer said on the Ipswich club website.
"The aim is to get promoted again and that is what we will push for every day."
Our new man. pic.twitter.com/Gk0Tu22T79
— Ipswich Town (@IpswichTown) August 22, 2025
Eze recalls emotional reaction to being released by Arsenal as a youngster
12:15
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Luke Baker
Eberechi Eze’s move to Arsenal from Crystal Palace looks set to be completed in the next few days but this won’t be the first time the England international has had a spell at the north London club.
Eze has made no secret of being a boyhood Arsenal fan and joined the club’s academy at the age of eight.
However, he was released when he was just 13 and has previously admitted, in an exclusive interview with The Independent, just how much that hurt.
Man Utd 'in active talks' over signing goalkeeper Senne Lammens
12:04
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Jamie Braidwood
Manchester United continue to be frustrated with their goalkeeper situation, with Andre Onana having failed to convince so far and Altay Bayindir making another high-profile error in last weekend’s opening defeat to Arsenal.
The club continue to be linked with Antwerp’s 23-year-old goalkeeper Senne Lammens, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that personal terms have been agreed while the clubs remain in talks.
Manchester City, interestingly, have also been linked with a move as doubts persist over Ederson’s future.
How Eberechi Eze will fit into Arsenal’s new-look team
12:00
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Lawrence Ostlere
Eberechi Eze and Arsenal, a marriage made in N7. He is exactly the player they need, a dribbler with creative spark who can break down the most stubborn defences; they are the club he most desires, able to fulfil his ambition to challenge for the Premier League and Champions League, and the only one club who can soothe the scars of his youth.
But how could he fit into Mikel Arteta’s team?
Jorgen Strand Larsen emerges as Newcastle option
11:45
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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.
Nathan Ake heading to Everton?
11:30
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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.
Jadon Sancho update: Roma move hinges on agent commission
11:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Roma still want to sign Jadon Sancho on loan from Manchester United, but the Corriere della Sport is reporting that the deal hinges on his agent’s commission demands.
Lewis Koumas set to join Birmingham on loan
11:00
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Jamie Braidwood
Liverpool’s Lewis Koumas has agreed to join Birmingham on loan - according to Fabrizio Romano.
The 19-year-old Wales international spent last season on loan Stoke and had been linked with Wrexham.
No Jackson in Chelsea squad amid Aston Villa interest
10:45
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Jamie Braidwood
Aston Villa are interested in signing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea, with the striker not involved in their squad ahead of facing West Ham tonight.
Villa are exploring a deal to sign the 24-year-old, who has been left out of Enzo Maresca’s squad after the arrivals of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro.
Tottenham turn to new attacking targets
10:30
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Jamie Braidwood
It’s not been a great week for Tottenham. After missing out on Eberechi Eze to rivals Arsenal, there are reports that Dejan Kulusevski has been ruled out until 2026, to add to James Maddison’s injury absence.
The Independent understands that Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche is their latest target, while Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, Southampton’s Tyler Dibling, RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons and Como’s Nico Paz have been discussed.
A bid of around £67m for Manchester City’s Savinho has faltered.
Mikel Arteta to speak this afternoon ahead of Eberechi Eze transfer
10:20
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Jamie Braidwood
Mikel Arteta will appear at a press conference at 1:30pm this afternoon and could by then be in position to confirm Arsenal’s deal for Eberechi Eze, with the Crystal Palace star reportedly undergoing a medical at their London Colney training centre this morning.
Oliver Glasner angry at Crystal Palace transfer window ahead of Eberechi Eze exit
10:10
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Jamie Braidwood
Oliver Glasner has slated Crystal Palace’s transfer window with Eberechi Eze’s exit to Arsenal imminent and no quality replacement lined up.
“I can’t do anything,” fumed a helpless Glasner. “I can’t sign a player’s contract. We have to act. We need this. This is Crystal Palace’s future. It’s easy to add numbers, we need to add the right players.
“The profile has been defined for months, for months. Also it’s not surprising for everyone that Ebs left, because five days earlier we couldn’t have done anything if he leaves (due to his release clause).
“We knew that this chance is very high that this would happen, and honestly, I say it like it is, we missed the chance to replace him early enough. That’s completely our fault, and nobody else’s fault.”
Ruben Dias signs new long-term Manchester City contract
10:00
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Richard Jolly
Ruben Dias has signed a contract extension to keep him at Manchester City until 2029.
The centre-back’s new deal has an option for an extra year which would mean that he spends a decade at the Etihad Stadium. Dias, whose previous deal was due to expire in 2027, said he could not imagine playing anywhere else.
The Portugal international said: “I am incredibly happy today. I’m so proud to represent this great club. City are where I want to be – at the top of the sport, competing for trophies. The club’s ambition aligns perfectly with mine and as a footballer there is nothing better than that.”
Alexander Isak has destabilised Newcastle and now Liverpool can inflict further damage
09:49
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Richard Jolly
As Alexander Isak remains unavailable, Newcastle are being destabilised and damaged during an unhappy impasse - and Liverpool have ensured the striker cannot again torment their defence.
But will he get his move to Liverpool before the deadline?
Eddie Howe responds to Alexander Isak’s claim Newcastle broke promises over Liverpool transfer
09:44
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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”.
More here:
Alexander Isak won't be involved against Liverpool, Eddie Howe confirms
09:42
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Jamie Braidwood
So confirmation from Eddie Howe that Alexander Isak won’t play against Liverpool on Monday night as the striker pushes for a move away before the transfer deadline.
But Howe made it clear that he wants Isak to stay at the club and said there is a route for the striker to play for Newcastle again if he remains at the club after the deadline.
Isak hit out at Newcastle earlier this week over “broken promises” regarding his future. Liverpool are yet to submit a second bid for the 25-year-old.
Eddie Howe latest on Alexander Isak transfer saga: 'I want him back'
09:34
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Jamie Braidwood
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is speaking at a press conference this morning, where he has responded to Alexander Isak’s statement on social media this week.
“It was a sad moment,” Howe said. "My preference is these things do not happen publicly. They are better dealt with behind closed doors. But needs must.
“The club has spoken and justifiably so in that moment. He’s contracted to us. He’s our player. My wish is that he would be playing on Monday [against Liverpool]. He won’t be and that’s regrettable.
“But 100 per cent I want him back in a Newcastle shirt.”
Brentford turn down Newcastle's bid for Yoane Wissa
09:30
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Jamie Braidwood
Newcastle want to sign a striker, or two, before even considering the idea that Alexander Isak will be allowed to leave the club this summer.
But they have been frustrated in their attempts to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford, with a bid of £40m turned down for the striker.
Wissa did not play for Brentford last weekend and has taken an Isak-style approach to get his move.
Crystal Palace turn to new targets after Eberechi Eze move
09:15
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Jamie Braidwood
Crystal Palace could respond to losing out on Eberechi Eze by targeting Southampton winger Tyler Dibling, who has been linked to several Premier League clubs this summer.
Palace have been linked to a £35m-plus bid, according to Givemesport, after interest from Everton and Tottenham in the teenager.
