The transfer deadline is a day away as Premier League clubs scramble to complete last-minute business before the end of the window.
Liverpool have completed the signing of Federico Chiesa from Juventus for an initial £10m. The Italy international winger has signed a four-year deal at Anfield as he becomes the first outfield signing for Liverpool’s new regime under Arne Slot.
Elsewhere, Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho is wanted by Juventus, who are set to sign the winger on loan with an option to buy, but the former England international is still holding out for an offer from Chelsea. The Blues are likely to be the busiest club before the deadline as they look to move on Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell, while adding more signings.
Chelsea are still looking to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, but Ivan Toney has also been linked and the Stamford Bridge club have made a fresh move for the Brentford forward. Elsewhere, Arsenal have been linked with Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman, while Manchester United will finally finish off the move for PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
Follow the latest transfer news and updates in today’s live blog below:
Transfer rumours LIVE - Latest deals and links on Thursday
- Transfer deadline is on Friday at 11pm
- Done deal! Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus for £10m
- Jadon Sancho holding out for Chelsea offer
- Chelsea move for Ivan Toney but cannot match Saudi wages
- Manchester United back away from Ben Chilwell talks
- Southampton set to sign Aaron Ramsdale for £25m
- Done deal! Bournemouth sign Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan
- Arsenal target cut-price Raheem Sterling deal but late move rests on one condition
BREAKING! Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus for £10m
14:00
Richard Jolly
Liverpool have completed the signing of Federico Chiesa from Juventus for an initial £10m.
The fee for the Italy international winger could rise by a further £2.5m depending on add-ons, including Liverpool winning the Premier and Champions Leagues.
The 26-year-old has signed a four-year deal at Anfield as he becomes the first outfield signing for Liverpool’s new regime.
Arsenal target cut-price Raheem Sterling deal but late move rests on one condition
18:33
Jack Rathborn
Arsenal are weighing up moves for Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling or Bayern Munich’s Kingsley Coman having been approached about both in the final two days of the transfer window.
Sterling, who has been told he will not play under manager Enzo Maresca, would be keen on the move but any deal would require Chelsea settling part of his contract and wages.
Mikel Arteta wants an explosive player to give Arsenal more options in attack, but the top target of Nico Williams wants to stay in Spain to achieve his long-term ambition of eventually joining Barcelona.
Ajax sign Weghorst from Burnley
22:00
Jack Rathborn
Ajax have signed Wout Weghorst from Burnley.
The deal is thought to be worth €5m.
First interview with Wout Weghorst ❌❌❌ pic.twitter.com/hTk42rp8pR
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) August 29, 2024
Monaco eye PSG’s Danilo
21:00
Jack Rathborn
AS Monaco are poised to table a bid for Danilo Pereira, reports AS.
The Portuguese international could leave PSG in the coming hours.
With just 12 months remaining on his deal in the capital, the 32-year-old is likely to be available as PSG reshape their squad after Kylian Mbappe’s departure.
Neal Maupay edges towards Marseille move
20:00
Jack Rathborn
Neal Maupay is poised to join Marseille.
The Everton forward, who returned to Brentford on loan last season, is now in Marseille for talks and a medical it seems...
L’arrivée de @nealmaupay_ à Marignane pic.twitter.com/GB0LIvU6sX
— titi ( c’est toi le boss) (@Mode55489648) August 29, 2024
Al-Nassr strike deal for Mohamed Simakan?
19:40
Jack Rathborn
Al-Nassr have struck a bumper deal with RB Leipzig to sign Mohamed Simakan, reports Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport.
The Saudi side will pay €45m (£37.8m) for the French centre-back, who has represented Les Bleus at Under-21 level seven times.
A five-year deal has been prepared, and the 21-year-old will travel to Saudi for a medical should terms be agreed.
Leverkusen block star defender’s move to Bayern
19:20
Jack Rathborn
Jonathan Tah will not be joining Bayern Munich, according to Sport Bild.
The Bundesliga champions have now informed the defender he will not be permitted to join their domestic rivals.
Barcelona were also keen but now the German international is poised to remain with Xabi Alonso’s side.
Wolves sign
19:00
Jack Rathborn
Wolves have signed Bastien Meupiyou from Ligue 1 side Nantes.
The central defender joins Wolves on a five-year deal, with Sporting director Matt Hobbs thrilled at the young Frenchman’s arrival.
“This is our model and is probably our strength as well,” Hobbs says. “We're very good at looking in that emerging talent market and I think Bastien’s got a huge amount of potential. Obviously, he had some time out last season with a knee injury, so we'll take our time with him, but he has an incredibly high ceiling and we're excited to help develop him.
“He’s very physical, very strong, very quick. But also, he's played lot at six, a lot at left back as well. It’s not often you can find a big, physical profile that comes with the ability to play on the ball and to play in all those positions.
“He fits what we think a Premier League player looks like. There's no pressure on him, he's a young boy, and we'll look forward to seeing how he develops the next couple of years.
“I believe he'll get himself to the highest level he can, because he's driven to do that, and we’ll provide everything to support that. There’s no time pressure for him on anything, no set journey, just a really young, talented boy, and we're excited to have him here, and we're really excited to help him get to the best level that he can possibly achieve.”
Bonjour Bastien! pic.twitter.com/0EXOMVaauO
— Wolves (@Wolves) August 29, 2024
Villa midfielder poised for Valencia move
18:20
Jack Rathborn
Valencia and Aston Villa look to close out the loan deal of Enzo Barrenechea.
The Argentine looks set to move to the Mestalla. The 23-year-old joined Villa as part of the deal to take Douglas Luiz to Juventus.
And more experience in La Liga looks to be the plan for Barrenechea.
Everton suffer blow in pursuit of Belgian midfielder Mangala
18:00
Jack Rathborn
Lyon midfielder Orel Mangala is set to snub Everton and join Fiorentina, according to Sky Sport Italia.
The Toffees are still keen on the Belgian midfielder, who could arrive on loan.
That would mean the Viola could then sell former Man Utd midfielder Sofyan Amrabat, with Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce and Atletico Madrid linked.
Newcastle set to end pursuit of Marc Guehi?
17:45
Jack Rathborn
Newcastle look set to end their pursuit of Marc Guehi, with Crystal Palace standing firm on their valuation of the England defender, reports Sky Sports.
The Magpies tabled a club-record bid of £65m plus £5m in add-ons, but the Eagles rejected it.
With Newcastle left frustrated by the negotiation, it has likely left Eddie Howe scrambling around for an alternative with less than 36 hours remaining in the window.
Liverpool unveil Federico Chiesa
17:30
Jack Rathborn
Man Utd suffer Mason Mount blow ahead of deadline
17:15
Jack Rathborn
Man Utd could be left short in midfield after Mason Mount suffered an injury setback.
Mount will now miss the next couple of games, the club has confirmed.
“During the last game I picked up a minor muscle issue,” Mount said. “I've had it checked and it looks like I'll be out for a few games. Leading up to and during pre-season, I worked hard to get my fitness back to where it needs to be and I felt re-energised, sharp and ready.
“I wanted you to hear it directly from me how frustrated I am, as I expect you are too. I will do everything possible to be back in the best shape and help the team.”
Forest targets prefers move to Frankfurt
17:00
Jack Rathborn
Nottingham Forest look set to miss out on Roma star Edoardo Bove.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the 22-year-old would prefer a move to Eintracht Frankfurt.
The midfielder featured in a career-high 31 Serie A matches last term and made 45 appearances in total.
Fekir set to leave Real Betis
16:45
Jack Rathborn
Nabil Fekir will leave Real Betis, reports Relevo, with the French midfielder taking a medical at Al-Jazira.
The 31-year-old has enjoyed five years in La Liga, but is now poised to move to the UAE.
The former Lyon star played 24 times in all competitions last term, scoring just one goal.
Atletico Madrid eye new midfielder with former Man Utd star available
16:30
Jack Rathborn
Atletico Madrid continue to pursue a new midfielder, with a move for Man City’s Matheus Nunes failing to gather pace.
Atleti could prioritise securing exits for Thomas Lemar and Javi Galan. Atletico have seen their offer to take Getafe midfielder Luis Milla on loan rejected, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Relevo now report that Sofyan Amrabat is being considered, with Fiorentina preferring a deal to send the Moroccan midfielder to Fenerbahce.
Zaha not coming back to Premier League
16:15
Karl Matchett
The Standard report that Crystal Palace were among the teams looking at bringing Wilf Zaha back to the Premier League, but that is all but over and done with - “tax issues” mean his salary is unable to be matched.
It’s less about his Galatasaray salary, but more that he’d be liable to pay income tax in both the UK and Turkey, the report claims.
Everton target ex-United midfielder
16:00
Karl Matchett
Sofyan Amrabat didn’t impress too often at Man Utd but Everton have made an enquiry for him according to TalkSport.
The Toffees have made a poor start to the season and the defensive midfielder could improve their resilience.
However they were also linked with Orel Mangala yesterday as a middle of the park reinforcement.
Tammy Abraham linked with Premier League return
15:44
Karl Matchett
Tammy Abraham has been linked with a Premier League return, with West Ham among his suitors this summer, but he has also been heavily linked with AC Milan in Italy.
Now some rumours are suggesting Aston Villa want him too - but only if Jhon Duran leaves the club. Not a lot of time to get those deals done now.
Romelu Lukaku joins Napoli from Chelsea
15:31
Jack Rathborn
It’s official, Romelu Lukaku has joined Napoli, bringing an end to a miserable spell with Chelsea.
Antonio Conte gets his man to spearhead the Azzurri attack this season.
It is Lukaku’s third club in Serie A after excellent stints at Inter and Roma.
Romelu is proud to be one of us!
— Official SSC Napoli (@sscnapoli) August 29, 2024
#ProudToBeNapoli | #ForzaNapoliSempre | #WelcomeLukaku pic.twitter.com/Z4R4x4LVkz
Federico Chiesa ‘really emotional’ to become a Liverpool player
15:00
Jamie Braidwood
“I’m so happy to be a Liverpool player. When Richard Hughes called me and he said, ‘Do you want to join Liverpool?’ – and the coach called me – I said yes immediately because I know the history of this club, I know what it represents to the fans. So, I’m so happy and I can’t wait to get started.
“It’s a dream that has become a reality. When I hear the word Liverpool I think of trophies, victories and the great nights in the Champions League at Anfield.
“It’s really emotional for me. I can’t wait to hear the anthem and hear all of the 60,000 fans singing You’ll Never Walk Alone. I will give everything for this shirt and the fans. Forza Liverpool.”
14:40
Jamie Braidwood
Scott McTominay has arrived in Naples ahead of his £25m move from Manchester United to Napoli.
The Scotland international was mobbed at Naples airport ahead of joining the club - and the move will be confirmed once McTominay undergoes a medical.
He looked delighted with the welcome and waved to fans as he shouted “Forza Napoli!”
Neal Maupay set to join Marseille from Everton
14:20
Jamie Braidwood
Neal Maupay is off to Marseille, reports Fabrizio Romano, and the Everton striker has seemingly confirmed the news himself by posting a clip of the Shawshank Redemption on Twitter/X.
Safe to say Maupay looks relieved to be ‘escaping’ Goodison Park. Romano reports that Marseille will pay €4m to sign Maupay for the season, and there is an obligation to buy.
Why have Liverpool signed Chiesa for just £10m?
14:01
Richard Jolly
Liverpool felt the price for Chiesa, who was in the last year of his contract, was a bargain.
He had cost Juventus €50m while they noted the comparable price paid for wingers this summer, with Chelsea spending £52m on Pedro Neto and £46m on Joao Felix. Liverpool believe that, until recently, Chiesa would have been valued at £80m-£100m.
They also wanted to bring a sixth attacker and a fourth winger to give manager Arne Slot more options in attack and feel his pace and style of football make him well suited to the Premier League.
Sporting director Richard Hughes, who was appointed this summer, has a particular knowledge of the Italian market while Chiesa has been on Liverpool’s radar since his days at Fiorentina.
Jadon Sancho wanted by two clubs
13:45
Karl Matchett
Man United could yet offload Jadon Sancho today or tomorrow with Sky Sports reporting two types of deal possible.
Chelsea want a permanent deal and believe he wants to go to them, but Juventus remain in the hunt - but only for a loan.
The Blues might only sign him if Raheem Sterling leaves, while Juve will be one winger down once Liverpool complete the signing of Federico Chiesa. United want Sancho gone regardless of whether they sign Sterling, but Juve might need United to pay part of Sancho’s wages.
Second Liverpool midfielder heading to Salzburg
13:30
Karl Matchett
Liverpool sold Bobby Clark to RB Salzburg earlier this summer for £10m - now it looks like another young midfielder is heading there.
Stefan Bajcetic missed most of last term injured but he’s back, fit and moving on loan to get some valuable match experience, having made his breakthrough to the senior setup at Anfield two years back.
Barcelona and Celta Vigo had been among the interested clubs but he’s off to Austria, linking up with his old assistant manager, with Pepijn Lijnders now head coach at Salzburg.
Gilmour set to stay at Brighton
13:15
Karl Matchett
One confirmed deal gone through and one which was close but is now off.
Jaidon Anthony has joined Burnley on loan from Bournemouth, a season loan with an option to buy.
And Sky Sports reports that Billy Gilmour’s move to Napoli is now not happening, due to injury and surgery required for new signing Matt O'Riley, who was hurt in midweek.
13:05
Karl Matchett
Former Chelsea and Arsenal winger Willian left Fulham last term and says he might take another club up in the Premier League - but he has offers elsewhere too.
“I decided to leave Fulham much before the end of the season, in January or February. I had it in my mind that I would leave after speaking with my agent and family,” he said.
“I am looking at some options at the moment. I am thinking about possibilities in Europe, England, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the MLS - just not Brazil as an option for me.
“I am trying to see all the possibilities and think about making the right decision right now. I have some offers already and this is the key moment to decide my next challenge.”
Kieran Trippier retires from international football ahead of England squad announcement
12:55
Karl Matchett
Not a transfer but big news all the same - Kieran Trippier retires from international football.
Kieran Trippier has retired from international football, ahead of Lee Carsley’s first England squad announcement as interim coach.
Trippier represented the Three Lions 54 times at senior level, reaching the final of Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 – with England losing both games.
Marc Albrighton announces retirement from football
12:45
Jamie Braidwood
Premier League winner Marc Albrighton has announced his retirement after leaving Leciester at the end of last season.
The 34-year-old played a key part in Leicester’s memorable Premier League title win in 2016, and also won the FA Cup with the Foxes.
He made 11 appearances in the Championship last season but was released ahead of Leicester’s return to the Premier League.
Arsenal ‘exploring’ move to Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman
12:12
Jamie Braidwood
Arsenal have explored signing Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman, according to the Daily Mail, in a last-minute move before Friday’s transfer deadline.
The 28-year-old France international has three years left on his contract Bayern but is said to be close to leaving the club this week, with interest from Saudi Arabia.
However, the Mail report that Mikel Arteta wants to strengthen the club’s options at wide forward, and the Gunners are looking into whether a deal could be possible at such a late stage of the window.
Lukaku signs for Napoli for £30m
21:48
Karl Matchett
One which has gone through in the past few hours - Romelu Lukaku has finally left Chelsea on a permanent deal.
He has signed for Napoli to extend his stay in Serie A, joining on a £30m deal.
Antonio Conte is once again his manager - they won the title together at Inter three years ago.
Tino Anjorin has also moved from Chelsea to Empoli.
Brighton’s £25m signing suffers injury on debut
11:45
Jamie Braidwood
New £25m signing Matt O’Riley is set to undergo surgery after suffering an injury on his ankle while making his debut for Brighton.
The former Celtic midfielder was tackled by Crawley’s Jay Williams within just 10 minutes of his first appearance for the Seagulls.
“It is like we expected, it is a bad injury and he needs surgery on his ankle,” said Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler.
“I can’t say how long or when we expect him to be back because of rehabilitation. It is a tough one for us but we will try to support him the best we can.”
Another Chelsea goalkeeper set for loan spell
11:17
Jamie Braidwood
Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic is set to join Strasbourg on laon for the season. Just like Kepa Arrizabalaga, who joined Bournemouth this morning, Petrovic is expected to sign a new contract at Chelsea before heading out on loan.
Arsenal to move for new goalkeeper after selling Aaron Ramsdale?
10:45
Jamie Braidwood
Once Aaron Ramsdale joins Southampton on a permanent deal, Arsenal will switch their attention to Espanyol’s Joan Garcia to serve as a back-up to David Raya.
According to the Athletic, Arsenal are attempting to overhaul their goalkeeper department this summer and believe the 23-year-old Garcia is a similar fit to the team as Raya.
Garcia, who played for Spain at the Olympics, has a release clause of €25m.
Victor Osimhen receives fresh offer from Saudi Arabia
10:15
Jamie Braidwood
Victor Osimhen remains Chelsea’s top choice for a striker before the deadline, but the Napoli star has received a £25m-per-year offer from Al-Ahli, according to Sky Sports.
The 25-year-old’s agent has said that Osimhen wants to stay in Europe, but the Saudi Pro League side are pushing hard to sign the Nigeria international.
Mohamed Salah gives update on Liverpool future after entering final year of contract
09:43
Jamie Braidwood
Mohamed Salah has given an update on his future at Liverpool after entering the final year of his contract, saying that he is not worried about his future.
The forward told Sky Sports: “Before the season, I was just like ‘I’ve got one year left, let’s just enjoy it and don’t think about the contract.
“I don’t want to think about next year or the future, I just want to enjoy the last year [of my contract] and let’s see.
“The most important thing is to take one day at a time and just be grateful to be here.”
Done deal! Bournemouth sign Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan
09:10
Jamie Braidwood
Bournemouth have signed the Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan for the season.
The Spain international, who arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2018 for €80 million to become the world’s most expensive goalkeeper, also spent last season on loan, at Real Madrid.
He signed a new contract at Stamford Bridge before going out on loan.
Aaron Ramsdale: Southampton agree fee to Arsenal goalkeeper
09:04
Jamie Braidwood
Southampton have agreed a £25m fee with Arsenal for goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. The England international is second choice to David Raya and there had been talk of the 26-year-old going out on loan to Wolves, but Southampton have jumped the queue with an offer to buy.
Southampton manager Russell Martin said it would be an “exciting” signing - and it would leave Arsenal looking for a goalkeeper before the deadline.
Newcastle face new headache in Marc Guehi transfer saga with rivals content to wait
08:40
Miguel Delaney
Newcastle United‘s prospective move for Marc Guehi has stalled, with Crystal Palace refusing to move from a valuation of at least £70m.
Although there is hope the deal can be done, progress has been extremely slow in the last week of the window so far, and it is expected to go the wire.
Palace are pressing ahead with the £15m of Maxence Lacroix from Wolfsburg anyway, partly because Guehi’s contract is up in two years and they will lose leverage. Personal terms are still yet to be agreed with Lacroix.
Man United continue overhaul with sale of Hannibal Mejbri
08:20
Richard Jolly
Manchester United have sold midfielder Hannibal Mejbri to Burnley for an initial £5.4m.
That fee could rise to £9.4m including add-ons while United have a high sell-on clause, initially set at 50 percent, and a buyback clause if they want to bring the Tunisia international back to Old Trafford.
Mejbri’s departure will help fund United’s signing of Manuel Ugarte after they agreed a £42.3m fee with Paris Saint-Germain, which could rise to £50.7m.
Ivan Toney latest as Thomas Frank refuses to discuss move
08:00
Jamie Braidwood
Thomas Frank refused to talk about Ivan Toney after Brentford progressed in the Carabao Cup with a 1-0 win at Colchester.
Toney was absent from the Brentford squad again as Frank said: “Similar stand to yesterday. I am not speaking about Ivan.
“I want to speak about the 21 lads in the dressing room who did well to get through to the next round of the Carabao Cup against a Colchester team who deserve a lot of praise and made it difficult for us.”
Jadon Sancho ‘waiting for Chelsea’ amid Juventus offer
07:40
Jamie Braidwood
Jadon Sancho is prepared to wait for an offer for Chelsea even though Juventus are the favourites to sign the winger from Manchester United, according to the Guardian.
Chelsea held talks with United over a potential swap deal between Sancho and Raheem Sterling, but Juventus are interested in the 24-year-old as they prepare to sell Federico Chiesa to Liverpool.
Sancho is not in Erik ten Hag’s plans for the season and the Italian club have been linked with a loan offer with an option to buy, but the player would reportedly prefer a move to Chelsea before the deadline.
Manchester United on verge of completing £50m transfer for PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte
07:36
Jamie Braidwood
Manchester United are close to landing their main midfield target this summer after agreeing a £50.7m deal with Paris Saint-Germain for Manuel Ugarte.
The FA Cup winners will pay an initial €50m for the 23-year-old, with a possible extra €10m in add-ons, and he will undergo a medical.
Ugarte’s arrival will take their summer spending to around £200m after buying centre-backs Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt, full-back Noussair Mazraoui and forward Joshua Zirkzee.
The signing of Ugarte means United will have strengthened every outfield department of their side. They believe the former Sporting Lisbon player, who was named in the team of the tournament at the Copa America, is one of the best young midfielders in the game.
Manchester United make decision after talks with Chelsea over Ben Chilwell transfer
07:36
Miguel Delaney
Manchester United are not acting on the availability of Ben Chilwell, despite Chelsea raising the prospect of a deal in ongoing talks between the two clubs.
Executives of both have been discussing whether they can resolve a number of squad issues with mutually beneficial deals, particularly the futures of Raheem Sterling, Jadon Sancho and Chilwell.
The left-back had been proposed by Chelsea due to United’s struggles in that area with Luke Shaw’s injury record, but the Old Trafford hierarchy have decided to press on with their own options. It is understood the figures involved in any prospective deal, as one factor, were way apart.
Liverpool negotiate bargain price for Federico Chiesa
07:35
Richard Jolly
Liverpool have agreed a £10m fee with Juventus for Federico Chiesa.
The Italy winger will have a medical on Merseyside after the two clubs struck a deal, which could rise by a further £2.5m in add-ons.
Chiesa, who has entered the last year of his contract at Juventus, has been surplus to requirements under new manager Thiago Motta, who has not picked him for the first two games of their season.
And Liverpool are set to take advantage and sign him for a discounted price after the 26-year-old cost Juventus €50m from Fiorentina.
