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Transfer news live: Isak to Liverpool latest, Arsenal and Spurs battle for defender, Mainoo to leave Man Utd?
The latest transfers, gossip and rumours as deadline day begins to pull into view
Tottenham are sounding out attacking alternatives to Eberechi Eze after rivals Arsenal dramatically swooped to beat Thomas Frank’s side to his signature.
Arsenal confirmed a transfer worth £60m and £7.5m in add-ons – pretty much exactly Eze’s release clause - and the boyhood Gunners fan was unveiled at the Emirates before the Premier League match against Leeds. It leaves Spurs in a late scramble for a new attacker as the deadline looms, with Man City’s Savinho topping their list. However, The Independent understands both clubs are still very far apart when it comes to agreeing a price for the Brazilian.
Alexander Isak’s explosive statement this week accused Newcastle 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”, but the Magpies boss insists he won’t be left striker-short by the end of the window.
Elsewhere, Manchester United may be tasked with fending of more interest from Saudi Arabia for captain Bruno Fernandes, with Al-Ittihad targeting the midfielder. They continue to be hampered with goalkeeping struggles, but it is their city rivals that could strengthen in that department, with Manchester City agreeing personal terms with PSG stopper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip, rumours and done deals in The Independent’s live blog below
Bournemouth in talks to sign Disasi
Bournemouth have entered official talks to sign Axel Disasi, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The clubs are “negotiating on final formula” for the deal, says the Italian, though Bournemouth are confident they can make the deal happen.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 16:24
Wolves reject Newcastle's offer for striker
Wolves have rejected a bid of around £50m for striker Jorgen Strand Larsen, reports David Ornstein.
The Magpies view the 25-year-old as a potential replacement for Callum Wilson, though Wolves currently maintain that the Norwegian is not for sale.
Reports elsewhere in recent days suggested that Wolves could be tempted by a fee closer to £60m.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 16:10
Chelsea transfer news: Xavi Simons, Alejandro Garnacho, Morgan Rogers and more
Though a successful Club World Cup campaign saw Chelsea return from the USA as world champions, the Blues have still been very busy this summer in the transfer market.
The club began the transfer window with their usual vigour and had already completed the signings of Jamie Gittens and Liam Delap before adding Joao Pedro in time for the Brazilian to score in the Club World Cup final against PSG.
And now Enzo Maresca’s side are preparing for a jaunt into the Champions League next season after finishing fourth in the English top-flight and winning the Conference League.
Some fans will feel the Blues still have work to do, with a bulking of the squad needed in some areas to provide the quality demanded by Europe’s elite club competition. The arrival of Jorrel Hato is another step towards better depth, with Alejandro Garnacho and Xavi Simons also in the pipeline.
There is no shortage of funds at Stamford Bridge, with big-money moves a constant fixture of recent transfer windows, and this summer has been no different.
Here’s everything you need to know about Chelsea’s summer transfer plans.
Chelsea transfer news: Xavi Simons, Alejandro Garnacho, Morgan Rogers and more
Chelsea’s summer business is unlikely to slow down ahead of the new Premier League season
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 15:58
Palace approach Atletico over Gallagher
Crystal Palace have made an approach to Altetico Madrid over a potential sale of Conor Gallagher, according to Fabrizio Romano.
There is “concrete interest for a loan move” according to the Italian, and initial talks have taken place although nothing is agreed at this stage.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 15:42
Premier League sets summer transfer record 11 days before window shuts
The Premier League’s total expenditure during the summer transfer window has reached a record £2.37bn after Leeds completed the £18m signing of Noah Okafor from AC Milan.
Data from FootballTransfers.com shows that top-flight clubs have already surpassed the previous record of £2.36bn – which was set in 2023 – and have already spent over 12 per cent more than last summer, when the total was ‘just’ £1.97bn.
And with 11 days until the window closes and some potentially huge deals still to be signed, the league is on course to surpass the £2.5bn mark after deadline day on 1 September.
Premier League sets summer transfer record 11 days before window shuts
Total spending on transfers in the top flight has reached a record sum after Leeds completed a deal for Noah Okafor
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 15:25
Kostas Tsimikas off to Italy?
Roma are reportedly keen on signing Liverpool left-back Kostas Tsimikas on loan, according to Di Marzio.
Following the arrival of Milos Kerkez, Tsimikas has fallen to third choice at Anfield and is expected to find pastures new before the transfer deadline.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 15:10
Real Betis still working on Antony move
Real Betis are still working on deal to sign Antony from Manchester United, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Talks are ongoing to agree terms and try get a green light on the deal structure.
Antony starred on loan for Betis last season, scoring nine goals and notching five assists.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 14:55
Mainoo would consider move away from Man Utd
Kobbie Mainoo would consider a move away from Manchester United in the final week of the window if the club receive a suitable offer, according to talkSPORT.
Mainoo is yet to feature for United this season and Ruben Amorim said yesterday that he is directly competing with Bruno Fernandes for a place in the side.
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 14:42
Wolves hoping to complete double deal
Wolves are expected to close out a deal for Girona’s Ladislav Krejci soon, with that one worth around €30m.
While a verbal agreement is in place for that deal, the club have also submitted a bid of around €20m for Getafe striker Christantus Uche, with “talks ongoing with player’s camp” according to Fabrizio Romano.
Could that latter move open the door for Jorgen Strand Larsen to leave this summer?
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 14:28
Thomas Frank sends strong message to potential Tottenham signings after Eberechi Eze transfer snub
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.
Eze was set to move to Spurs before Arsenal stepped up their interest following an injury to forward Kai Havertz. The Gunners matched Tottenham’s bid for the Crystal Palace midfielder and Eze, who was released by Arsenal aged 13, chose the Emirates Stadium as his new home.
The blow leaves Frank with few attacking options. Richarlison scored two goals against Burnley last weekend and is set to continue in attack at Manchester City on Saturday, while new signing Mohammed Kudus made an impressive league debut. Mathys Tel and Brennan Johnson are also options on the wings, and Dominic Solanke is fit, but injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski, and the departure of Heung min-Son, leave Spurs short of resources.
Thomas Frank sends message to potential Spurs signings after Eberechi Eze snub
Tottenham need new recruits before the transfer window closes on 1 September
Chris Wilson25 August 2025 14:14