Just a few days to go until the start of the new Premier League season and club’s are looking to finalise any deals for new signings ahead of their campaigns beginning.
Liverpool are still pursuing Alexander Isak having sold Darwin Nunez to Al Hilal for £46.3m, which should open up funds for a bid but Newcastle have, so far, been resolute in their desire to keep the Swedish striker. The Magpies do not wish to sell, but the Reds may be encouraged by Isak’s insistence that his Newcastle career is over, with it reported that he will not wish to reintegrate with the side, even if he stays beyond the deadline. Should he force Newcastle’s hand over a sale, Liverpool will be the key beneficiaries.
Manchester United, meanhwhile, have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Gianluigi Donnarumma, with the Italian shot-stopper now looking certain to leave PSG off the back of a stellar 2024/25 campaign. He was entirely left out of their squad to face Tottenham in the Super Cup, with Luis Enrique opting for new signing Lucas Chevalier between the sticks, and his agent is furious at PSG’s handling of the situation. It comes after United unveiled their new signing Benjamin Sesko to supporters at Old Trafford on Saturday, completing their front line overhaul this summer with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha set to feature in a new-look front three for Ruben Amorim.
Spurs are also preparing to bolster their own forward line further by signing Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. Palace want a fee in excess of £60m and an official offer could soon go in though Palace’s Community Shield win over Liverpool may now make a deal harder to negotiate. Thomas Frank’s side are in need of a creator following the long-term injury to James Maddison and are also in talks for Manchester City’s Savinho.
All the latest updates, rumours and done deals will be covered in the blog below:
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- Liverpool are still chasing Alexander Isak but Newcastle are intent to keep striker
- Manchester United target PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma
- Eberechi Eze is a top target for Arsenal but face competition from Spurs
- Tottenham make shock move for Manchester City’s Savinho
- Chelsea have emerged as suitors for Alejandro Garancho
Gianluigi Donnarumma’s agent hits out at PSG as Premier League giants pursue transfer
14:15
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Gianluigi Donnarumma’s agent has launched a tirade against Paris Saint-Germain and the club’s treatment of the goalkeeper.
PSG manager Luis Enrique omitted Donnarumma from his squad for Wednesday night’s Super League clash with Tottenham Hotspur, amid intense speculation over his future. Manchester clubs United and City are both interested in signing the Champions League winner.
“Donnarumma is out of the squad as it’s my own decision, I am 100% responsible,” Luis Enrique said. “I want a different kind of goalkeeper and I made this decision. Gigio is one of the best keepers in the whole world”.
Donnarumma issued his own statement thanking the fans for their support, adding: “Unfortunately, someone has decided that I can no longer be part of the group and contribute to the team’s success. I am disappointed and disheartened.”
Where it went wrong for Jack Grealish at Man City – and how Everton can fix him
14:00
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Richard Jolly
They had achieved great success together before their paths diverged. The strategist might have envied the charisma of his ally but despite their different characters, men with a shared affection for Manchester City seemed in harmony with each other in the good times.
Then, suddenly, they were together again. Still, enough about Noel and Liam Gallagher. Pep Guardiola and Jack Grealish bumped into each other at Oasis’s homecoming gig at Heaton Park.
This, however, was a briefer reunion. They, it transpired, neither need each other nor believe in one another, not anymore. The Gallaghers may bring in a nine-figure sum for their second coming. Guardiola spent one on Grealish in 2021, though he may not recoup any of it, after leaving the player out of his squad for the Club World Cup this summer. Now the younger man is going out on loan to Everton. With two years left on his contract at City, he may have played his last game for them.
Besitkas join group of parties interested in Jadon Sancho
13:45
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Jadon Sancho remains on the market, with the next destination yet to clarify for the exiled Manchester United man. A relatively productive loan stint with Chelsea has helped generate a fair bit of interest - Besiktas, Sky Sports report, are the latest club to indicate their possible willingness to add the England international.
Welcome to Arsenal’s ‘now or never’ season, the culmination of the Mikel Arteta era
13:30
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Arsenal are another of the clubs linked with Eberechi Eze. Having already secured the centre forward he has long coveted this summer, this season has a now or never feel for Mikel Arteta, Miguel Delaney writes:
Thomas Frank responds to speculation over Tottenham’s pursuit of Eberechi Eze
13:15
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Tottenham boss Thomas Frank remained tight-lipped on the club’s pursuit of Eberechi Eze after they entered talks with Crystal Palace over a potential transfer for the England attacker.
Spurs have held a long-standing interest in Eze, dating back to his time at QPR, but he subsequently signed for Palace in 2020.
Eze has since developed into one of the best attacking midfielders in the Premier League and Tottenham have set his sights on landing the 27-year-old before the summer transfer window closes.
But asked directly about Eze ahead of Wednesday’s Super Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain, Frank, leading Spurs in his first match in charge, said: “I think there are a lot of good players out there.
“There are also a few from the PSG team but I don’t think we can buy them right now.
“So in general, players in or players out, I always speaking about something that is done or not done. In general, I will speak about my own players.”
Premier League predictions
13:00
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Have you had a gander at The Independent’s Premier League predictions yet? Our team of writers had a go at forecasting the 2025/26 campaign, including picking out who they feel will emerge as the signing of the summer...
Christopher Nkunku targets Bayern Munich move
12:45
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Seemingly surplus to requirements at Chelsea, reports in Germany suggest that Christopher Nkunku is keen on a switch to Bayern Munich if he is return to the Bundesliga a couple of years after leaving RB Leipzig.
Dominic Calvert-Lewis bound for Leeds
12:30
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is seemingly bound for Leeds, The Athletic report, with the striker set to undergo a medical. The England striker had been a free agent following his exit from Everton at the end of last season.
Tottenham confirm Cristian Romero as new club captain after Son Heung Min’s departure
12:15
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Cristian Romero has long been linked with a move to La Liga but the Tottenham centre-half now appears certain to stay in north London after being confirmed as the new Spurs captain. Romero will skipper the club after the departure of Son Heung Min in a first big call of Thomas Frank’s tenure.
Brighton holding firm over Carlos Baleba
12:00
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Will Castle
Brighton are showing no signs of budging their stance on Carlos Baleba amid interest from Manchester United, according to BBC Sport.
They want him to stay and have no intention of selling, but whether the player accepts that fact is another matter.
Liverpool to listen to offers for other squad members
11:40
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Harry Latham-Coyle
The Daily Mail go on to say, however, that Liverpool will consider offers for those on the fringes like Harvey Elliott, Ben Doak and Kostas Tsimikas - and could let Federico Chiesa leave, too, after just a single season at Anfield.
Liverpool keen to hold on to Ibrahima Konate
11:30
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Liverpool’s links with centre-backs Marc Guehi and Giovanni Leoni have led to speculation that Ibrahima Konate could be squeezed out of Anfield, but the Daily Mail say that Arne Slot would be keen to keep Virgil van Dijk’s current first-choice partner regardless. Konate has, though, rejected an offer of a contract extension this summer.
Aston Villa eye former loanee
11:20
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Marco Asensio had some bright moments on loan at Aston Villa during the second half of the season and Unai Emery may be in for the Spanish creator again. The Telegraph believe that Villa are exploring the possibility both of another temporary switch and a permanent deal.
Southampton reject bid from West Ham for Mateus Fernandes
11:05
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Both Mateus Fernandes and Tyler Dibling remain Southampton players, which felt unlikely at the start of a summer where two highly-rated prospects were expected to leave. The pair emerged in credit from a disastrous Premier League campaign last year and the former has caught West Ham’s eye - though The Athletic suggest that a bid of around £30m has been knocked back for the 21-year-old midfielder.
Could Manchester City come in for Gianluigi Donnarumma?
10:50
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Manchester City are being mentioned as possible suitors for Gianluigi Donnarumma by French outlet RMC Sport. The Italian definitely appears to be leaving PSG, but Pep Guardiola’s side would be a surprising destination given Ederson is still at the club and the promising James Trafford returned to Manchester a fortnight ago.
News, though, that Galatasaray have signalled their interest in Ederson may open the door for Donnarumma.
Newcastle in advanced talks over Jacob Ramsey
10:35
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Newcastle have secured Malick Thiaw in the last couple of days to bolster their defensive resources and another signing may soon be on his way to Tyneside. Jacob Ramsey was strongly connected with West Ham earlier in the summer transfer window but the BBC now suggest a move to Newcastle is progressing, with Aston Villa perhaps willing to part with an academy graduate.
DONE DEAL! Bournemouth seal signing of French defender
10:20
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Bournemouth have let several defenders go this summer, with Illia Zabarnyi following Dean Huijsen and Milos Kerkez for pastures new after breakthrough campaigns last season. The recruitment of Bafode Diakite is welcome news, then, for Andoni Iraola - the 24-year-old Frenchman arrives from Lille for a reported initial fee of £30.3m plus up to £4.3m in add-ons.
Bafodé Diakité.
— AFC Bournemouth (@afcbournemouth) August 13, 2025
Our new centre-back pic.twitter.com/a6D7TuiQgb
The damage Newcastle’s disastrous summer could do to their wider project
10:06
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Lawrence Ostlere
It was as early as the first days of June that Eddie Howe and his staff feared this summer was going to be “a big problem” for Newcastle United.
The reason then was not yet failed purchases, the departure of sporting director Paul Mitchell or even Alexander Isak. Or at least just Isak. Newcastle already knew about the Swede’s ambitions to leave for months. Now, the same fears were growing about Tino Livramento and Anthony Gordon, with the added concern that any unrest could lead to more agitation in the dressing room. The mood was so foreboding that Howe’s staff even asked others in football about potential solutions.
It was a huge shift from the satisfaction felt mere weeks before, and the end of a season that was the club’s best in decades. The Carabao Cup closed that long wait for a trophy, bringing a sense of release around the club. The final-day qualification for a second Champions League campaign in three seasons then seemed to take that further; to embolden everyone, and afford the club the financial assurance to really press on. There was no longer a PSR need to sell stars like Isak.
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Liverpool will launch a second bid for Isak
09:49
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Lawrence Ostlere
Liverpool will launch a second bid for Alexander Isak, according to Fabrizio Romano.
This has always been the plan since their first bid was rejected, contrary to reports across the UK that claimed a return offer was at the time off the table.
Man City hold talks to sign Rodrygo
09:33
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Lawrence Ostlere
Manchester City have held initial talks to sign Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to Sky Germany.
However, right now, it is questionable whether the club can afford a permanent deal for the Real Madrid star, who would cost upwards of £80m.
The player has not a made a clear decision to leave yet.
Dayot Upamecano offered to Man United
09:16
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Lawrence Ostlere
Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano by his agent.
That’s according to Christian Falk, who says Bayern are pushing hard to reach an agreement with Upamecano over a new deal, but as of now, there has been little or no progress.
Brighton holding firm over Carlos Baleba
09:01
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Lawrence Ostlere
Brighton are showing no signs of budging their stance on Carlos Baleba amid interest from Manchester United, according to BBC Sport.
They want him to stay and have no intention of selling, but whether the player accepts that fact is another matter.
Where it went wrong for Jack Grealish at Man City – and how Everton can fix him
08:45
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Lawrence Ostlere
They had achieved great success together before their paths diverged. The strategist might have envied the charisma of his ally but despite their different characters, men with a shared affection for Manchester City seemed in harmony with each other in the good times.
Then, suddenly, they were together again. Still, enough about Noel and Liam Gallagher. Pep Guardiola and Jack Grealish bumped into each other at Oasis’s homecoming gig at Heaton Park.
This, however, was a briefer reunion. They, it transpired, neither need each other nor believe in one another, not anymore. The Gallaghers may bring in a nine-figure sum for their second coming.
Man United confirm Benjamin Sesko's shirt number
08:28
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Lawrence Ostlere
Here he is:
S3SK0
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 12, 2025
Customise your 2025/26 @adidasFootball third jersey in our official club font, exclusively available at United Store
PSG sign Bournemouth defender Illia Zabarnyi for reported £54.5m
08:15
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Lawrence Ostlere
Paris St Germain have completed the signing of defender Illia Zabarnyi from Bournemouth.
The Ukraine international has agreed a five-year contract with the European champions in a deal reportedly worth an initial £54.5million, plus £2.6m in performance-related add-ons.
Zabarnyi, 22, joined the Cherries in January 2023 from Dynamo Kyiv and went on to make 86 appearances for the Premier League side in all competitions.
Isak moves out of Newcastle home to force Liverpool transfer
08:02
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Lawrence Ostlere
Alexander Isak has moved out of his Newcastle home in a bid to force a transfer to Liverpool, according to The Times.
His home in the North East was put on the rental market the day after he was omitted from Newcastle United’s players and families day.
The 25-year-old was the only member of Newcastle’s first-team squad not allowed at the bonding day held at the club’s training ground last week.
The striker’s desire to leave is so strong that he has moved out of the property in Ponteland, with the owner now seeking new tenants.
Tottenham ready to beat Arsenal and sign Eberechi Eze after opportunity emerges
07:55
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Lawrence Ostlere
Tottenham Hotspur are aiming to seize a window of opportunity to beat Arsenal to the signing of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, by putting together an acceptable package for Crystal Palace this week.
As reported in the Independent's 'Inside Football' newsletter on Friday, Spurs have ramped up interest in the 27-year-old after the injury to James Maddison, amid a widespread belief that the saga might finally come to a head by the start of the Premier League season. That would coincide with the expiration of Eze's release clause for this window.
Arsenal have long been interested in Eze, and are viewed as the Crystal Palace player's first preference, but the fact that no proper transfer bid has yet materialised means there is a chance for Spurs to move forward.
Chelsea agree personal terms with Garnacho
07:50
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Lawrence Ostlere
Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Alejandro Garnacho, reports Fabrizio Romano, but the two clubs remain apart in their valuation of the winger.
The Blues want to pay around £30m but Manchester United point to the sale of Noni Madueke to Arsenal for more than £50m as evidence for Garnacho’s market price.
Donnarumma's agent fumes with PSG over Man Utd deal
07:21
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Lawrence Ostlere
Gianluigi Donnarumma’s agent, Enzo Raiola, has hit out at Paris Saint-Germain over their handling of his future.
The goalkeeper is determined to leave PSG this summer, with Manchester United pushing hard to sign the Italian who lifted the Champions League last season.
He was entirely left out of their squad to face Tottenham in the Super Cup tonight, with Luis Enrique opting for new signing Lucas Chevalier instead.
Raiola told Sky Sports: “We are shocked by PSG. There’s zero respect by the club after 4 years together. We will consider the situation also with our legal team
“We will consider solutions now, maybe in Premier League there will be clubs able to pay what’s needed. Paris Saint-Germain are asking for big money. They talk about respect, but it’s only about the money.”
Transfer news live
07:18
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Lawrence Ostlere
Hello and welcome to live coverage of the latest transfer news, rumours and done deals in the Premier League and beyond. There’s still plenty of business to be done over the next two weeks before deadline day, so let’s get started...
