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No wins. No goals. Tottenham have spent big, backed Roberto De Zerbi, and completely overhauled their attack. Savio, Omar Marmoush and Mykhailo Mudryk were brought in at huge expense. And yet Spurs still look completely toothless. The problem is that Tottenham have spent a fortune trying to fix the wrong problem.

Dominic Solanke, once prolific for Bournemouth, was handed his chance from the start but is starved of the service a striker needs. Mohamed Kudus and Mathys Tel were thrown on from the bench, but the few genuine flashes of attacking threat in the 0-0 draw with Everton came during the brief 14 minutes James Maddison was on the pitch.

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Maddison has been Tottenham's creative heartbeat for years. His influence has inevitably diminished after a series of devastating injuries, but the evidence of what Spurs are missing could hardly be clearer.

The same applies to Dejan Kulusevski.

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Losing both players to long-term absences has been catastrophic. Failing to properly replace either of them was nothing short of foolish.

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And this is where Tottenham's enormous spending spree starts to look baffling.

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Eight players arrived for around £300million in a remarkable show of faith in De Zerbi, who had a say in the recruitment process.

Yet £185m of that went on Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, while Conor Gallagher had already arrived for £35m in January.

The issue is that those three big-money midfielders all play a similar role and neither of them are creative enough to justify being signed at the same time.

Tonali, Fernandes and Gallagher can all be outstanding players, but they need the right pieces around them. They are at their best alongside an enforcer and a genuine creator.

Tottenham do not have enough of either.

Instead, more money was spent on wingers and attackers who have so far failed to solve the fundamental problem.

Spurs have plenty of players capable of running, pressing and attacking space.

What they desperately lack is someone capable of unlocking a defence.

That missing piece of the puzzle somehow remains missing.

Unless Maddison or Kulusevski can somehow return to the level they were at two years ago, Tottenham are asking a huge amount of two players who have already endured so much during their respective injury rehabilitations.

And that leaves De Zerbi in an increasingly uncomfortable position.

Quite how much influence he had over every transfer decision remains unclear. But when a manager oversees a lopsided squad, he is usually the first person asked to explain it.

Tottenham are now six hours without a goal and counting.

Four Premier League matches without finding the net.

They have spent hundreds of millions trying to build a new attack, yet when the going gets tough and Spurs need one moment of inspiration, there is nobody obvious to provide it.

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Mauricio Pochettino has risked irking his countrymen by saying he would consider managing England if offered the role. Previous hostilities between the country and Argentina have gone up a notch since the fiery World Cup semi-final.

Bonkers Argentine president Javier Milei recently demanded the UK to return the Falkland Islands - which Argentines refer to as 'Las Malvinas' - less than two months after the South Americans marked their 2-1 win over the Three Lions by dancing with a banner which said: "Las Malvinas son Argentinas." However, Pochettino has spent the bulk of his managerial career in England, having managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea. His time there saw him be linked with the England job on numerous occasions. If asked what decision he would make if the FA called, Pochettino said he would consider it, risking angering his fellow Argentinians.

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When asked, Pochettino said: “Maybe, yes. If you consider in a few years’ time, yes … if I got an approach. One thing I don’t want because the USA guys will kill me is if you say the headline is: ‘Mauricio will consider English job.’

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"It is like I am considering it now. No. Not now. If I am free [in the future]. My respect is that it’s football. I am the first to feel for my people in Argentina but at the end of the day it’s just football.

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"The World Cup semi-final was just one game of football, although people wanted to convert it to other subjects. It is true that it can be controversial because an Argentinian guy is thinking to maybe one day defend the flag of England and we were involved in a war..."

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Pochettino even went on to state England and Argentina have plenty in common. Speaking about his love affair with this country and his homeland, he said: “We are very similar, Argentinian and English people, in the way we feel the passion of football.

“I love the countryside here, too. I think you respect all the things that I also grew up with in my country. In Argentina, I lived in a town in Murphy with a lot of Irish and British people around. And all the clubs … Racing Club, River Plate, Newell’s Old Boys.

"They are English language names, no? Now I am here doing my passion that is football and I cannot work here [for England]? Why? It is crazy. I really believe in the diplomatic things, going to talk and for sure to find the best way.”

Pochettino recently signed a new deal as manager of the USA which is set to keep him there until 2030, when the next World Cup will be held in Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with some games being played in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.

New Tottenham winger Mykhailo Mudryk has suffered an ankle injury that will keep the Chelsea loanee on the sidelines. Mudryk reunited with former Shakhtar boss Roberto De Zerbi in a cross-London move, having sealed a temporary move on transfer deadline day.

He made his first appearance since returning from a 20-month ban for producing an "adverse finding" for a prohibited substance, which was overturned. Mudryk entered the fray from the bench in Spurs' 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest in the second half, but will have to wait for his full debut.

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Football.london claim that Mudryk will be unavailable until after the international break, ruling him out of this weekend's fixture against Everton, alongside the Carabao Cup tie with Liverpool and the following league match with Aston Villa.

It represents a setback for De Zerbi and Mudryk, who is attempting to rebuild his career following a challenging period both on and off the field.

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The Ukraine international joined Chelsea at the beginning of 2023 for £89m, but has found life difficult at Stamford Bridge, netting just 10 goals in 73 outings.

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Following his Spurs debut, De Zerbi acknowledged that Mudryk will require time to demonstrate his capabilities after making his first appearance in nearly two years. Mudryk, whose most recent outing came in November 2024, replaced Mathys Tel during the City Ground draw, though De Zerbi remains prepared to exercise patience.

"He's not ready yet. He's working to reach the best physical condition," the Italian head coach said. "He needs time, he needs work.

"In that position, we have Mathys Tel, big potential. But also Mathys takes too many wrong decisions, and Mudryk. So, two big players, two big potential players."

Following his move to Spurs, an injury specialist suggested that Mudryk might encounter obstacles upon returning to competitive football - but has supported his prospects of reaching match sharpness more rapidly than a sidelined player would.

Founder of Premier Injuries website Ben Dinnery told PA: "He hasn't been playing within an elite professional environment, but that's not to say he hasn't had some kind of exposure to game play in that time.

"Mudryk should be better placed because he hasn't been inhibited by any injury setback, it is more around the rules and regulations and governance of the game which hasn't allowed him to perform at peak level and at the top level.

"He did have the ability to undertake alternative ways to maintain fitness and focus.

"That transition from working in isolation and on an individual programme, to then into team training and then finally crossing the white line into a highly competitive and intense environment of the Premier League, rarely are you going to move across and it go smoothly.

"It is rare you have a straight line from A to B and there will be setbacks and bumps along the road, particularly when you're talking about a player like Mudryk who is highly explosive with dynamic movements.

"So, yes, he should (get up to speed quickly), but am I expecting that seamless transition into first-team and optimum levels of performance on a consistent basis? Absolutely not.

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Mykhailo Mudryk has expressed his delight after making his Tottenham debut against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. The 25-year-old, who earned a deadline day loan move to Spurs from Chelsea, was brought on in the 74th minute during Spurs' goalless draw at The City Ground.

It marked Mudryk's first competitive outing since November 2024, having finished a suspension for alleged doping offences. Although his time time on the pitch was limited, Mudryk caught the eye when introduced and produced signs that he could rediscover his best form in a Tottenham shirt. In the closing stages, he earned a free kick in a dangerous position after an impressive piece of skill, and looked threatening whenever he got the ball.

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Now, more than 24 hours later, Mudryk has delivered a message to the Tottenham faithful following his debut for Roberto De Zerbi's side. In an Instagram story, the Ukraine international said: "No feeling better to be back on the pitch. First minutes in new colours. Thanks for support, furthermore."

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Despite a positive first performance for Tottenham, De Zerbi admitted post-match that Mudryk is "not ready" to be starting fixtures just yet and must work diligently to achieve the "best physical condition".

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De Zerbi said on Mudryk: "He's not ready yet. He's working to reach the best physical condition. He needs time, he needs work. In that position, we have Mathys Tel, big potential. But also Mathys takes too many wrong decisions, and Mudryk. So, two big players, two big potential players.

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"But if we want to score, I think Marmoush has 15 goals. Solanke, the header for him, I consider a chance to score. It's not a shot on goal. But how many shots did Nottingham have today?".

With Mathys Tel deployed on the left flank, Savio began on the right wing against Forest and appeared lively but was substituted after 60 minutes alongside Destiny Udogie. De Zerbi revealed he would have preferred to keep them on the pitch, but was bound to a pre-agreed schedule with the medical team, which he admitted is for his "advantage".

"I'm sorry because Savio and Destiny [Udogie] in that moment, I think they could play something more than 60 minutes," he said. "But there was a plan with the medical staff to not take risks. In this moment, I can't decide like the pitch says. Before the game, the plan was Savio and Udogie around 60 minutes, because it's dangerous, no?".

"No, I'm not happy. But football is like this. Savio has not the best physical condition to play 90 minutes. He's an important player for us, a crucial player.

"Destiny is another crucial player for us. I think [Mohamed] Kudus and [Andy] Robertson, they played well. But, you know, to start one game like today, it's not so easy to come in from the bench and adapt immediately. I'm not happy when we have the plan, but it's for my advantage, for my business, the management of the players after injuries."

Despite the summer transfer window shutting its doors, the business of football recruitment never truly rests for Manchester United. All attention is now firmly focused on the January window and beyond as Michael Carrick looks to further strengthen his squad.

United brought in Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba this summer, with goalkeeper Karl Darlow also arriving as a free agent from Leeds United. Tynan Thompson, Kit Margetson and Cristian Orozco were also amongst the new signings. However, several problem areas remained unaddressed.

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Here's a look at seven targets United could pursue in the January window or next summer...

Alex Scott

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Chelsea's pursuit of Bournemouth midfielder Scott fell short this summer, despite tabling a £64m bid.

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The 23-year-old's contract with the Cherries runs until 2028, with United also eager to land the talented player as they seek to reinforce their midfield.

Scott even declined to put pen to paper on a new deal this summer, meaning United could snap him up at a reduced price next year as he enters the final year of his contract on the south coast.

The added factor that Scott's step-sister Maya Le Tissier captains United's women's team could further tempt him towards a move to Old Trafford.

Aurelien Tchouameni

United's admiration for the Real Madrid midfielder stretches back to his days at Monaco, and once again he was strongly linked with a switch to Old Trafford this year.

The French international's contract in the Spanish capital is due to expire in the summer of 2028.

While it may seem ambitious given Madrid are likely to demand a substantial fee for the World Cup winner, next summer could present the perfect opportunity for United to finally secure the world-class defensive midfielder.

If Tchouameni fails to receive the playing time he desires at Real Madrid this season, he could potentially become available in 12 months' time.

Micky van de Ven

United were reportedly interested in signing Van de Ven this summer, but the Dutch defender penned a new contract at Tottenham instead.

He was also handed the captaincy at Spurs, making any fresh approach even more challenging.

However, should Lisandro Martinez's fitness problems continue, Van de Ven appears an obvious target for United.

While it remains unlikely, the club could register their interest in the lightning-quick 25-year-old if Tottenham's poor form continues.

Jarrad Branthwaite

United's search for Premier League-proven talent could see them return for Branthwaite, having previously tabled an offer for the Everton defender.

The centre-back, who can also operate at left-back, reached personal terms regarding a transfer to Old Trafford, only for Everton to turn down two offers from United during the summer of 2024.

Branthwaite has endured injury setbacks since, but aged just 24, he still possesses considerable potential.

Lewis Hall

With United left with only Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui as the only senior cover for Luke Shaw, plus Harry Amass, left-back has emerged as the priority area in need of reinforcement.

United maintained a keen interest in Hall over the summer but it quickly became apparent Newcastle would refuse to sell following an exodus of high-profile players.

Hall, however, was eager to make the switch to Old Trafford and United are anticipated to renew their pursuit of his signature next summer.

Alejandro Balde

United were thought to have shown interest in the Barcelona left-back over the summer, but they withdrew from a potential deal due to differing valuations of the defender.

At just 22, his contract with the Catalan giants runs until the summer of 2028.

Barcelona's acquisition of Joao Cancelo, combined with the emergence of Xavi Espart, could prompt United to revisit negotiations for Balde.

Myles Lewis-Skelly

There was fleeting optimism at United this summer that Arsenal might entertain selling Lewis-Skelly after the Gunners secured a deal for Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle.

The youngster wanted to stay in north London and has once again proved vital during the opening weeks of the campaign.

Nevertheless, the issues that could convince Lewis-Skelly to look elsewhere for first-team football may resurface, specifically the fierce competition for places in central midfield and at full-back.

Transfer deadline day: Camara to Chelsea and Balogun to Everton both collapse

Express Sport brings you the latest transfer news on deadline day.

It's the final day of the transfer window, meaning clubs only have a few hours to complete their summer business. A number of high-profile deals are still in the works ahead of tonight's 11pm deadline, with Liverpool still in the market for a new winger despite signing Bradley Barcola yesterday. They are interested in a move for Crystal Palace forward Ismaila Sarr, but the Eagles don't want to sell him with so little time remaining in the window.

Manchester City are chasing a blockbuster deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, while Tottenham are trying to land Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan with the option to buy at the end of the season. Manchester United, meanwhile, could wave goodbye to at least two players before the window closes, with Joshua Zirkzee having emerged as a late target for clubs in Italy.

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Crystal Palace deal confirmed

One last one! Crystal Palace have signed Dario Osorio from FC Mitjylland on a season-long loan.

The Eagles have an option to buy the Chilean winger permanently next summer.

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Another Sunderland signing

Another late announcement from Sunderland as Juan Riquelme Angulo Caicedo joins from Independiente del Valle.

Tottenham confirm sale

Dane Scarlett has left Tottenham to join Leyton Orient on a permanent deal.

The striker joins Orient for an undisclosed fee and has signed a long-term contract.

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Leeds complete Bahoya deal

Leeds United have agreed a loan deal for Eintracht Frankfurt winger Jean-Matteo Bahoya, which contains an option to buy.

If triggered, the total package comes to an inital £21.4million plus £3.4m in potential add-ons.

The confirmation of his arrival comes after Wilfried Gnonto's loan move to Fiorentina was given the green light, which Leeds said depended on them acquiring a new winger.

With OGC Nice full-back Melvin Bard also captured, Leeds have made seven new signings this summer.

Everton situation is a mess

Everton's transfer window ended in disarray with a deal for Folarin Balogun collapsing at the death.

The club had submitted a deal sheet in the hope of completing a move for the AS Monaco forward.

The Blues had sought to renegotiate the original £40million after an issue was flagged in the player's medical but, as the clubs pushed for a conclusion, the player is understood to have walked away.

The saga leaves Everton with just one recognised first-team striker after Beto was sold to Fiorentina hours earlier.

It will raise further questions about the handling of the summer transfer business and ambition of the club's owners, the Friedkin Group, who have made several missteps in the final days of the window.

They include entertaining a bid from Nottingham Forest for teen starlet Harrison Armstrong until calling the move off amid a revolt from supporters.

Another Crystal Palace signing

Another one in for Crystal Palace.

Jurrien Timber's brother Jurrien joins the Eagles from Marseille.

Folarin Balogun to Everton OFF

Despite calling off Lamine Camara's move to Chelsea, Folarin Balogun will not be joining Everton.

The striker's move has officially collapsed.

Monaco, who needed sales to ease financial pressure, have been informed.

TalkSPORT say the American's medical raised some issues so the two clubs renegotiated a fee.

A deal sheet was submitted but Balogun himself has walked away from a potential move to Merseyside.

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Malick Fofana joins Sunderland

After confirming the arrival of Kevin Danso from Tottenham earlier, Sunderland have now announced the signing of Malick Fofana.

The winger, 21, joins on a permanent deal from Lyon worth nearly £31million.

Disappointment for Crystal Palace, who had tried to hijack the Belgian's move to the Stadium of Light.

Fulham confirm done deal

Fulham have announced the signing of Austrian defender David Affengruber from Elche on a permanent deal.

He is the Cottagers' third deadline-day addition after Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Larsson and Real Madrid's Miguel Angel.

Everton announce another signing

It's another done deal for Everton - former Arsenal midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles joins from Lyon for a nominal fee.

It seems the former England international has been brought in as a new right-back option for David Moyes.

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Crystal Palace confirm Ben Chilwell return

Crystal Palace submitted three deal sheets - and one of those transfers is now complete.

Left-back Ben Chilwell officially returns to Selhurst Park.

More Hull done deals

Another two Hull deals have just been confirmed.

The Tigers have also signed Sorba Thomas from Stoke City and Christos Mouzakitis from Olympiacos.

The newcomers have completed six signings today alone and 18 overall in this window.

Chema Andres joins Brighton

Another done deal as Brighton & Hove Albion announce the arrival of Spanish midfielder Chema Andres from Stuttgart.

Confirmation of Femi Azeez's signing is also expected imminently.

Enzo Fernandez to Man City announced

It's official: Enzo Fernandez is a Manchester City player.

Both City and Chelsea have just confirmed his £125million move to the Etihad Stadium.

That fee represents a joint-British transfer record, matching Alexander Isak's move to Liverpool 12 months ago.

Six deal sheets submitted

Chelsea will still allow Enzo Fernandez to join Manchester City despite the collapse of their move for Lamine Camara, say The Telegraph.

Elsewhere, Everton have submitted a deal sheet to get the deal for Folarin Balogun over the line by 1am.

That's one of six deal sheets that have been submitted tonight. The other five are for...

Jean-Matteo Bahoya to Leeds United

Ben Chilwell to Crystal Palace

Quinten Timber to Crystal Palace

Dario Osorio to Crystal Palace

Malick Fofana to Sunderland

Poor Palace! They're sweating over three deals over the next two hours.

Liverpool hijack Camara deal?

An extraordinary claim from talkSPORT's Ben Jacobs.

He reports that Liverpool made a phone call to Monaco today to tell them to wait and inform them they will go in for Lamine Camara in 2027 if he does not join Chelsea today.

The Blues are seething that they have not got their replacement for Enzo Fernandez.

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Lamine Camara to Chelsea OFF

Lamine Camara's move to Chelsea has collapsed.

The Blues had a full written agreement with Monaco to sign the Senegalese midfielder but the Ligue 1 club have now gone back on their word.

Camara was due to travel to London tomorrow but Monaco have reneged on their agreement.

That's after renegotiating a deal for Folarin Balogun with Everton, which decreases their need to sell Camara.

Another Tottenham announcement

Another late-night announcement from Tottenham as they confirm the signing of centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo from Chelsea.

Transfer window closes

The summer transfer window is now CLOSED.

But that's not the end of matters because several deals are still being wrapped up.

Sunderland have submitted a deal sheet to get the signing of Malick Fofana over the line from lyon.

Hull have meanwhile announced the signings of both Robinio Vaz and Brooke Norton-Cuffy.

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Enzo Fernandez issues statement

Looks like Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City WILL be completed.

The Argentina midfielder has written a lengthy statement saying goodbye to Chelsea supporters.

He said...

I live football the same way I live my life: with passion and with all my heart. That is why I want you to know that I understand you. I truly understand you, from the bottom of my heart.

But life is about making decisions, and right now I find myself having to make one of those difficult decisions. I’ve said it before, but I want to say it again: I have grown incredibly fond of this club. Chelsea will always have a place in my thoughts and, above all, in my heart.

But I also understand how football works. I know how passionate you are, because I am the same. And if I were in your position, I would probably be thinking the same way.

Leeds announce signing

Leeds United have confirmed the arrival of Melvin Bard from Nice.

The left-back becomes Leeds' sixth signing of the window, joining initially on loan for a fee of around £850,000 (€1m.)

The deal includes an option to purchase for £4.28m (€5m).

Bard is the answer to the long-term need for a left-footed back-up to Gabriel Gudmundsson.

The defender's acquisition was a market opportunity, taken up after Joe Rodon's injury on Sunday vs Brentford, which pressed home the shallow depth of defensive options.

A deal for Frankfurt winger Jean-Matteo Bahoya has yet to be announced.

Folarin Balogun to Everton edging closer

Sky Sports say Everton are moving closer to doing a deal for Folarin Balogun.

It appears the Toffees and Monaco will agree on a renegotiated fee despite the Ligue 1 club also accepting a £47m bid from Chelsea for Lamine Camara.

Enzo Fernandez delay

At this rate, Manchester City could require a deal sheet to get the Enzo Fernandez transfer over the line.

The Argentine has completed a medical but we're awaiting confirmation that the midfielder's paperwork has been submitted and approved.

Will we get that before 11pm? Let's see.

What's a deal sheet?

Less than half an hour to go now of the summer transfer window.

But if the necessary discussions and agreements are made before the window closes, teams can still sign players after 11pm.

'Deal sheets' can be handed to the relevant governing bodies before the deadline.

A deal sheet is an application to the Premier League or the EFL that confirms that a transfer has been agreed between two clubs and the player's representatives.

If approved, clubs receive a two-hour extension to the transfer deadline to complete administrative details. That would extend the deadline to 1am.

Four more Hull signings to come?

Hull City will make another four signings, owner Acun Ilicali has just told Sky Sports News.

Brooke Norton-Cuffy, Robinio Vaz, Sorba Thomas and Christos Mouzakitis could be the four in question.

It's been a busy deadline day for the Tigers!

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Everton hopeful of Balogun signing

Having announced the return of Jack Grealish on loan, Everton remain hopeful of completing a deal to sign Folarin Balogun.

That's according to The Athletic who say Everton are negotiating a lower fixed fee for the 25-year-old from Monaco.

Everton had agreed to pay £40million but want to lower that amount and increase the amount of bonuses in the deal.

Everton confirm Jack Grealish return

While deals for Folarin Balogun and Joshua Zirkzee have been cast in doubt, Everton have announced the return of Jack Grealish.

He heads back to Merseyside on loan from Manchester City.

Grealish is out of contract next summer so could join the Toffees on a permanent basis for free at the end of the 2026/27 campaign.

Man Utd reject Everton Joshua Zirkzee bid

Manchester United have rejected a loan bid from Everton for Joshua Zirkzee.

The deal was going to be worth £10m, according to Sky Sports News, with the Toffees prepared to pay a loan fee and cover the Dutchman's wages in full.

But Zirkzee will be staying at Old Trafford after the Red Devils blocked a move to Merseyside.

Everton tried to sign Zirkzee because their deal for Folarin Balogun has run into issues. Reports claim those problems are related to the medical.

The Merseyside club are still working on the transfer and it has been suggested they could be looking to renegotiate the agreed £40million fee with Monaco.

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Two more done deals

Two more confirmed signings.

Everton have sold midfielder Tim Iroegbunam to Hull City for £22million.

And Fulham have announced the arrival of Hugo Larsson from Eintracht Frankfurt for £21.4m.

Mudryk to Tottenham announced

Tottenham have officially confirmed the signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan from Chelsea.

Spurs have an option to make the move permanent for a whopping £75million at the end of the season.

More details on Camara to Chelsea

Folarin Balogun's failed Everton medical opened the door for Chelsea to sign Lamine Camara.

The Blues were able to reignite talks with the Ligue 1 club, who need to secure a big sale due to financial pressure.

Xabi Alonso's side saw two bids rejected earlier in the day but are now on course to land the Senegal international on a six-year contract with a one-year option.

Camara has been undergoing medical examinations overseas.

The deal's completion remains subject to all formalities being concluded successfully and a Premier League deal sheet will likely be required due to the lateness of the agreement.

Zirkzee to Everton latest

Manchester United have yet to make a decision on whether to sanction an exit for Joshua Zirkzee in the final hour of the transfer window.

United have had an offer from Everton to take the Dutch forward on loan.

The Red Devils have no time to sign a replacement but Zirkzee has been an unused substitute in the first two Premier League games of the season.

More details on Ait-Nouri to United

More on that Manchester United enquiry for Rayan Ait-Nouri...

United were offered Ait-Nouri by his agent a few days ago and made a call to Manchester City today to check what the situation was with the 25-year-old.

United were only interested in a straight loan, while City wanted a loan with an obligation to buy, which is why the deal has gone nowhere.

Enzo Fernandez completes medical

Enzo Fernandez has passed his Manchester City medical after travelling up to Manchester.

The Argentine has agreed a deal that will keep him at the Etihad until 2031, with the option of an extra 12 months.

Fernandez agreed personal terms with City bosses over the weekend.

He will become the club's record signing and an announcement is imminent.

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Louis Page to Man Utd collapses

Leicester City teenager Louis Page won't be joining Manchester United tonight.

The deal for the 18-year-old has collapsed as the Foxes hold out for a £15million total package for the youngster.

Page is in action for Leicester tonight in their League One clash with Plymouth Argyle.

And the Red Devils have called off talks due to a gap in valuations.

Chelsea agree Lamine Camara transfer

Chelsea have AGREED a late transfer to sign Lamine Camara from Monaco.

The Blues will pay £47million for the Senegalese midfielder if they can complete his medical and get the transfer over the line in time.

Chelsea are optimistic of completing the deal.

Zirkzee to Everton close

According to emerging reports, Everton are close to agreeing a loan move for Joshua Zirkzee.

The Manchester United attacker is the preferred Plan B if a deal for Folarin Balogun cannot be completed.

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Crystal Palace busy

Crystal Palace could yet do four deals tonight, though their tug-of-war with Malick Fofana could see the Belgian winger join Sunderland.

Fofana has completed a medical but still has a choice about which club to join.

The Eagles are also pursuing Midtjylland attacker Dario Osorio on an initial loan deal.

Talks continue over Marseille midfielder Quinten Timber, the brother of Arsenal defender Jurrien, and left-back Ben Chilwell could return to Palace from Strasbourg.

Man Utd enquire about Rayan Ait-Nouri

Manchester United have enquired about Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri, according to talkSPORT.

The bombshell report claims United asked their neighbours and local rivals about the former Wolves left-back today.

City expect Ait-Nouri to stay just 12 months after the defender joined for a package of £36million.

The Algerian has yet to play for City this season under new manager Enzo Maresca.

Everton eye Man Utd star as Plan B

With a deal for Folarin Balogun potentially set to collapse, Everton have taken action.

Sky Sports claim the Toffees have made an approach to Manchester United for Joshua Zirkzee in case they can't sign Balogun.

The Dutchman, 25, is out of favour at Old Trafford but it is unclear if United will sanction an exit so late in the window.

The Red Devils would be hard-pressed to source a replacement for Zirkzee before 11pm.

Everton insist that for now they are continuing to prioritise a deal for Balogun and have not given up hope of buying the £40million American.

Man City announce Iliman Ndiaye transfer

Manchester City have completed the £65million signing of Iliman Ndiaye from Everton.

The Senegalese attacker, 26, joins City after two years with the Toffees.

He produced 17 goals and four assists in 74 appearances for Everton.

Man Utd star eyed by Dutch clubs

Dutch side Willem II are interested in taking former Arsenal striker Chido Obi on loan from Manchester United.

The transfer window in the Netherlands doesn’t close until tomorrow, so there’s still time for the young striker to find a suitable loan destination beyond tonight’s UK deadline.

Feyenoord are also potential suitors.

His representatives have been weighing up the forward’s options in collaboration with United and a decision is expected soon.

Willem II previously played a role in Alexander Isak’s development so it’s a club that may appeal to the Red Devils.

Folarin Balogun fails Everton medical

Uh oh. Having already allowed Beto to join Fiorentina, RMC Sport say Folarin Balogun has FAILED his Everton medical.

The deal is now on the verge of collapse despite Everton and Monaco agreeing a £40million deal for the American.

A proposed move to bring Richarlison back to Merseyside also fell apart a few days ago.

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Sunderland announce Danso

Sunderland have confirmed the signing of Kevin Danso on an initial loan from Tottenham.

The defender could be one of three players signed by the Black Cats today as they scramble to sign Malick Fofana and Dodi Lukebakio too.

Fofana is currently undergoing a medical in France but, bizarrely, still does not know if he will be joining Sunderland or Crystal Palace.

Double Tottenham announcement

We're still waiting on Tottenham to announce the signings of Chelsea duo Mykhaylo Mudryk and Tosin Adarabioyo.

Winger Mudryk will join on loan with an option to buy while Tosin will complete a permanent move for around £7million.

The pair have had medicals today and are expected to be unveiled as Spurs players imminently.

Brighton deal agreed

Brighton have agreed a deal to sign Stuttgart's promising defensive midfielder Chema Andres.

The 21-year-old Spaniard will join for just £19.7million and the player is undergoing a medical this evening.

Andres came through the youth system at Real Madrid before joining Stuttgart a year ago.

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Alejandro Balde to Man Utd update

Manchester United have rubbished reports they made a late deadline day swoop for Alejandro Balde.

Some reports from Spain claimed that United made a fresh approach for the left-back.

But United have denied the speculation with the Spaniard, 22, staying with the La Liga champions.

The Red Devils have also dismissed reports they will sign Jorge Salinas or David Raum today.

Sunderland plot two late signings

Sunderland are hoping to get deals for two forwards over the line before 11pm.

The Black Cats want both Malick Fofana and Dodi Lukebakio through the door.

Their pursuit of Fofana has hung in the balance all day after Crystal Palace tried to hijack the deal for the Belgian.

But there is optimism Fofana will pick a move to the Stadium of Light in their tug-of-war.

While a private jet has also been reserved for his Belgium team-mate Lukabakio as Sunderland push to sign both.

Ethan Nwaneri leaves Arsenal on loan

Arsenal have confirmed that Ethan Nwaneri has joined Borussia Dortmund on loan.

The German club do not have an option to make the winger's move permanent.

Liverpool confirm £30m done deal

Liverpool have completed the signing of £30million goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Genk.

The towering teenager, 18, will return to his home country of Belgium on loan for the season.

The Belgian could be the long-term successor to Alisson Becker, who is out of contract at Anfield next summer.

Second Newcastle done deal

Newcastle United, who earlier announced the signing of Matias Fernandez-Pardo, have confirmed Nick Woltemade's exit.

The towering striker has swapped the black and white stripes of Newcastle for the same colours of Juventus.

The German played 53 times last season, scoring 11 goals, after joining from Stuttgart in a club-record deal.

Beto leaves Everton

Beto has left Everton to join Fiorentina in a £15million move.

The 28-year-old scored 20 goals in 99 Premier League games for the Toffees after joining from Udinese.

But he had entered the last 12 months of his Everton contract and was no longer a starter.

David Moyes is closing in on the signing of Folarin Balogun to replace Beto.

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Leeds strike agreement

According to Fabrizio Romano, Leeds United have agreed a deal to sign Jean Matteo Bahoya.

The Eintracht Frankfurt winger saw a proposed move to Hull City collapse last month.

But Leeds have been given permission to fly the winger in for a medical after an initial loan deal was agreed.

The French winger, 21, will join on loan but Leeds are obliged to make the move permanent for up to £25.7million next summer.

Second Chelsea bid rejected

Chelsea have seen a second offer rejected by AS Monaco for Senegal international midfielder Lamine Camara.

The dynamic 22-year-old has been the subject of late interest from the Blues, who raised their initial £38.5m proposal to around £48.25m (€50m) this afternoon.

Their bid was once again rebuffed and Monaco now hope to keep the player.

Monaco needed to raise funds before the deadline but after selling Folarin Balogun to Everton (pending announcement), they are not under any major pressure to offload Camara and further weaken Filipe Luis' team.

They would have done business for the right amount of money but barring a fresh twist, Camara should remain with Monaco.

Roma have also refused to sell Manu Kone to Chelsea after the Blues shook hands with Manchester City on a £125m deal for Enzo Fernandez.

Seven Everton deals

Everton look set to dominate the deadline day transfer feeds in the final hours with the club still working towards the completion of SEVEN deals.

Jack Grealish is due to arrive on loan from Manchester City while the club is trying to complete permanent moves for Folarin Balogun of AS Monaco and Lyon's Ainsley Maitland-Niles.

Beto is expected to leave for Fiorentina and Iliman Ndiaye for Manchester City.

While Tim Iroegbunam could yet complete a switch to Hull City and Nathan Patterson to Torino.

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Chelsea may not sign Enzo replacement

Despite agreeing to sell Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City, Chelsea may not sign a replacement today.

According to the Telegraph, it is not certain Chelsea will make a major signing of their own today.

The Blues have run into difficulties trying to sign Manu Kone and Lamine Camara.

New alternatives have emerged, like Martin Zubimendi and Lucas Bergvall, but the Londoners may not get a deal done in time.

Liverpool tried for Malo Gusto move

Liverpool reportedly tried to sign Malo Gusto on loan at the end of the transfer window.

That's according to RMC Sport who report Liverpool were keen to land Gusto as reinforcements for their defence.

However, Chelsea didn't want to sanction a temporary exit; instead, demanding any move would be permanent instead.

The valuation was said to be around £75million, which was considered out of Liverpool's ballpark.

More Enzo to City details

More on that Enzo Fernandez agreement - Manchester City will pay a joint-record £125million package to Chelsea.

That means the Argentine matches the record British transfer fee set by Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle to Liverpool last year.

Chelsea have now given Fernandez permission to undergo a medical and complete his switch before tonight's deadline.

Liverpool loan deal

An update on Liverpool's pursuit of 18-year-old striker Djylian N’Guessan from Saint-Etienne.

The player is out of contract at the end of the season, but has already agreed to join the Reds.

However, he will spend the season on loan from the Ligue 2 side at Ligue 1 side Brest, with Liverpool keen for the teenager to gain further top-flight experience having played in the competition for Saint-Etienne earlier in his career.

N'Guessan will then sign a pre-contract agreement with Liverpool to move at the end of the season.

The reason for the loan being from Saint-Etienne is that the Reds have no more foreign loan slots remaining having already filled their allocation.

Enzo Fernandez to Man City agreed

Manchester City appear to have made progress in their bid to snap up Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea.

The Times say the two clubs have agreed on the outline of a deal for the Argentine worth around £120million including add-ons.

The 25-year-old is desperate to move to the Etihad Stadium and is increasingly confident he will complete his move in time.

Man Utd eye late signing

Manchester United could yet make a signing today - and it could be another midfielder.

They are still working on a late deal for 18-year-old Louis Page of Leicester City, although as yet there is no agreement on the fee with Foxes.

United have emerged as favourites to sign the highly-rated midfielder this summer and Page wants to move to Old Trafford.

He has played the full 90 minutes in Leicester's last two games and they are in League One action tonight, with Plymouth the visitors to the King Power Stadium.

If United do complete a deal for Page, then one scenario that remains on the table is the youngster being loaned back to Leicester.

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Tottenham confirm deal for exiting midfielder

Pape Matar Sarr has joined Juventus on a season-long loan from Tottenham.

There is an option to buy worth £24million in the deal, which could become mandatory if conditions are met.

Enzo Fernandez latest as deadline approaches

It's gone a bit quiet on the Enzo Fernandez front...

There have been contrasting reports throughout the day surrounding the status of this deal, with some suggestions a fee has been agreed.

Chelsea are believed to be holding out until they are confident of at least one midfield addition.

Manu Kone and Lamine Camara have both been linked with moves to the club.

And as per Sky Sports, no agreement has been made between City and Chelsea.

Gabriel Jesus clause confirmed

Arsenal have waved goodbye to Gabriel Jesus and it is understood a sell-on clause has been included in his deal.

Barcelona have paid around £12.8million for the 29-year-old Brazilian.

The Gunners will not pursue a direct replacement for the striker today.

Gabriel Martinelli's departure will also be announced soon though the Saudi transfer deadline is not until this weekend.

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Arsenal blocked from Ethan Nwaneri agreement

Arsenal are unable to stop Ethan Nwaneri from playing against them in the Champions League as he closes in on a move to Borussia Dortmund.

The English attacker is expected to complete a season-long loan deal and will be free to play against the Gunners.

In Europe, players can play against their parent club in UEFA competitions.

Nwaneri could therefore return to the Emirates Stadium and play against the Gunners for Dortmund in the league phase of the Champions League.

Nwaneri ironically scored against BVB in a pre-season friendly for Arsenal at the Emirates this summer in a 3-2 defeat.

UEFA rules mean Arsenal are prevented from seeking a private agreement with Dortmund to prevent Nwaneri from playing in the game.

Xabi Alonso on summer transfer business

Xabi Alonso was asked earlier this week about Chelsea's summer transfer business.

He said: "We are quite close to the plan we had. We will see where we finish, whether it is fully executed or whether there are still things to be done, or things we could not do."

Adding: "I don't have a number, I have an idea [on squad size]. We will be close to that. Hopefully, all of them will feel involved. We are all in the same boat and everyone is pulling in the same direction."

Man City agree loan deal

As Manchester City look to sign one Argentine midfielder in Enzo Fernandez, they are about to send another out on loan.

Fernandez's countryman Claudio Echeverri is joining Benfica on loan.

The 20-year-old had spells on loan at Bayer Leverkusen and Girona last season.

He has made just three City appearances so far since his debut in May 2025.

Benfica have an option to make Echeverri's loan permanent next summer.

DONE DEAL! Newcastle unveil Fernandez-Pardo

Newcastle United have officially confirmed the signing of Matias Fernandez-Pardo from Lille.

It comes after the midfielder completed a medical with the Magpies earlier on deadline day.

Brighton agree deal for Azeez

Brighton have finally agreed a deal to sign Millwall winger Femi Azeez, according to Sky Sports.

It's claimed the Seagulls have succeeded with a bid of around £15m after seeing a number of offers knocked back.

Azeez is reportedly desperate to join Brighton and have a crack at the Premier League this season.

Barcelona's window is OVER - No Julian Alvarez move

Barcelona's summer transfer window is reportedly over following the signing of Gabriel Jesus.

The attacker joins from Arsenal for a fee of £8.6million.

Barcelona had been pushing to sign Julian Alvarez, but that deal looks like it now won't happen.

Whether that opens the door for Arsenal once again remains to be seen.

Alvarez did return to training at Atletico Madrid this week.

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Man Utd pursuing Louis Page deal

Manchester United are working on a deal to sign Leicester City youngster Louis Page, according to Ben Jacobs.

Arsenal have also been credited with a desire to land the talented 18-year-old midfielder.

Man Utd not moving for Salinas

United are not currently planning on making a late move for 19-year-old left-back Jorge Salinas, despite his move from Racing Santander to Atletico Madrid being on the brink of collapse.

United have looked at the highly rated Salinas during the window, but he was seemingly close to a move to their Champions League opponents, only for the deal to fall apart today.

Racing Santander have signed a new left-back on deadline day, while Atletico have turned their attentions to a loan deal for Nicolas Tagliafico, with a suggestion they have struggled to offload enough players to make the move for Salinas.

The Spain under-19 international has a £13m release clause, but it's understood he won't be heading to Old Trafford on deadline day.

Man City 'agree Fernandez fee'

Some conflicting reports have emerged regarding the future of Enzo Fernandez.

According to L'Equipe, a transfer fee has finally been agreed between Manchester City and Chelsea.

It's claimed the midfielder will move to the Etihad Stadium for around £120m.

That's despite other claims that Chelsea are holding out for a larger figure.

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Barcelona sign Gabriel Jesus

Barcelona have officially confirmed the signing of Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus in a bargain £8.6m deal.

The move was agreed before deadline day, with Jesus putting pen to paper on a two-year contract.

Enzo Fernandez transfer update

Manchester City and Chelsea are still locked in talks over a deal for Enzo Fernandez to move to the Etihad Stadium.

With under nine-and-a-half hours remaining of the summer transfer window, negotiations are ongoing. The Blues knocked back City’s opening offer for Fernandez.

Chelsea are understood to want more than £120m for the Argentina international.

Fernandez, in what is football’s worst-kept secret, is pushing for a move to City to reunite with Enzo Maresca.

Serie A gem having medical at Hull

Robinio Vaz is currently completing a medical at Hull City ahead of a move from Roma.

The 19-year-old will join as part of a season-long loan, with an option to buy for around £25million.

That's according to Fabrizio Romano, who states Hull will also pay a loan fee in the region of £1.5m.

Malick Fofana transfer hijack

Crystal Palace are trying to hijack Sunderland's deal for Arsenal transfer target Malick Fofana.

Sunderland had agreed a £30million fee with Lyon for their talented winger.

But Fofana, who is in London, has received a similar offer from Palace and they are pushing to beat their Premier League rivals.

Enzo Fernandez bid rejected

Chelsea have rejected an opening bid from Manchester City for Enzo Fernandez.

City are still confident that a deal will go through, but are so far yet to meet Chelsea's valuation.

There are only a few hours left though, with Fernandez awaiting word he can complete what is set to be a transfer worth in excess of £120million.

Liverpool state of play

Liverpool are looking to complete a £25.6m move for 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Genk, with the player likely to spend the season in Belgium on loan.

There's also a £4.25m deal for French forward Djylian N'Guessan from Saint-Etienne to complete, again with the teenager staying in France for the campaign.

Going the other way, Harvey Elliott's loan move to Valencia is set to be completed, while a number of academy players are poised for temporary deals with Keyrol Figueroa close to joining League Two side Port Vale.

Stefan Bajcetic rejoined Spanish second tier team Celta Vigo on Monday after six years at Anfield for a fee understood to be in region of £1m.

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Man City deal agreed as player transfer confirmed

Manchester City have confirmed Jaden Heskey has joined Sheffield Wednesday on loan.

He'll spend the campaign with the League One outfit, having spent time with the club last season.

Upon his return, Heskey said: “I'm over the moon to be back after I got a taste of it last season. It's definitely a place that I wanted to return to.

“It was really tough with the games and the situation that we were in, but I think the fans, the support that we had all the way through, it couldn't really go unnoticed.

“The last day was a special day that I'll always remember.

Chelsea bid for Camara rejected

Monaco have formally rejected an opening proposal from Chelsea for midfielder Lamine Camara.

The bid was worth around £38.5m, inclusive of bonuses.

Camara trained with Monaco this morning after starring in Sunday's win over Marseille.

The Blues remain in ongoing discussions with their Ligue 1 counterparts, but time is running out to agree a deal.

DONE DEAL! Villa sign Harwood-Bellis

Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of Taylor Harwood-Bellis on a permanent deal from Southampton.

They will pay an initial £25m fee with another £5m available in performance-related bonuses.

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Everton closing in on Maitland-Niles

Everton have agreed a deal with Lyon to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles, according to Sky Sports.

The former Arsenal utility man is now expected to finalise the remaining details of the move.

It seems likely that he will replace Nathan Patterson, who is poised to join Torino.

Woltemade in Italy to complete Juventus move

Nick Woltemade has landed in Turin ahead of his move from Newcastle to Juventus.

The German joined Newcastle last summer but hasn't been able to make the necessary impact in the Premier League.

DONE DEAL! Vieira returns to Hamburg

Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira has officially joined Hamburg on a permanent deal for around £8.5m.

He spent last season on loan with the German side, scoring seven times in 29 appearances.

Chelsea £40m signing

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor for £40million.

However, the 18-year-old will only officially become a Chelsea player in 2027.

That's because he is moving to Crystal Palace on a season-long loan from the Serie A side first.

Chelsea cannot loan two players to Palace in the same campaign, having already sent Axel Disasi to Selhurst Park.

Alvarez to Arsenal twist

Arsenal have abandoned hope of signing Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid today.

The Gunners were hopeful of convincing the Argentine striker to complete a blockbuster £128million transfer, despite Alvarez telling Mikel Arteta last week he was not interested.

Now Arsenal are looking at alternative options.

However, they are set to miss out on Malick Fofana, who is heading to Sunderland in a £30m deal.

Chelsea WON'T sanction Enzo Fernandez exit unless...

Chelsea are not willing to sanction an exit for Enzo Fernandez until they are confident about signing a replacement.

That's according to The Daily Telegraph, who report Xabi Alonso's side aren't prepared to potentially leave themselves short.

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DONE DEAL! Aston Villa confirm Mbaye signing

Aston Villa have officially announced the signing of Ibrahim Mbaye from PSG.

The young forward, who was previously linked with Liverpool, moves for a transfer fee of around £47m.

Alvarez returns to Atletico training

Julian Alvarez is training with Atletico Madrid again this morning, indicating his chances of sealing a sensational deadline day transfer to Arsenal are next to nothing.

We've already known for some time that the Gunners were facing an uphill battle, to put it lightly, to land the ex-Manchester City forward.

He's failed to warm to a return to the Premier League because of his desire to join Barcelona but Arsenal have been prepared to do a big-money deal, even this late in the window, for the World Cup winner.

However, his presence at Atletico Madrid training, having now been reintegrated with the squad, suggests he is staying put.

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Malick Fofana deal agreed in major Arsenal update

Malick Fofana will be coming to the Premier League, but to Sunderland instead of Arsenal.

The Lyon man was said to be offered to the Gunners, but there was indecision behind the scenes.

Instead, it's reported by The Athletic that Sunderland have swooped in and secured the youngster's signature.

The 21-year-old will travel for a medical, with the transfer expected to go through before tonight's deadline.

Zirkzee left in transfer limbo

The knock-on effect for Nick Woltemade's move to Juventus is Joshua Zirkzee has been left frantically trying to sort a late move.

Juventus had a deal agreed in principle for wantaway Man United striker Zirkzee but boss Luciano Spalletti wanted a more traditional number nine.

Juventus have given the manager has wish and agreed a season-long loan for Woltemade, who is due in Turin this afternoon.

They will not be signing both players so Zirkzee is left in a pickle. Fiorentina had a loan bid knocked back last week.

Woltemade had plenty of offers but Juventus's late push appealed straight away.

Gian Piero Gasperini on Manu Kone exit

Gian Piero Gasperini was quizzed about Manu Kone's future after Roma's win over Lecce. The ex-Atalanta manager remarked: “Absolutely not, it is a media thing, I know nothing about it. I know the owners too do not want to sell.

"I don’t know who approached us, but we have not received any formal offers for him.”

Hull set to make four signings

Newly-promoted Hull City are closing in on four deadline day signings.

They are currently finalising a deal to land Genoa defender Brooke Norton-Cuffy, with Cody Drameh going the other way in a separate deal.

Robinho Vaz is reportedly undergoing a medical ahead of a permanent move from Roma, while Tim Iroegbunam is poised to join the Tigers from Everton.

Ilyas Ansah is also expected to arrive at Hull from Union Berlin in a deal worth around £21m.

Enzo Fernandez 'agreement in principle' between Man City and Chelsea

Manchester City and Chelsea have struck an agreement in principle for Enzo Fernandez.

The Argentine has been linked with City all summer, with Fernandez said to be desperate to reuinite with Enzo Maresca.

As per Gianluca Di Marzio, an agreement has been struck in principle, with Fernandez set to travel to Manchester today to complete the formalities.

Chelsea nearing Kone deal

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Roma midfielder Manu Kone, according to Sky Sports.

Kone had been tipped as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernandez, who is a target for Manchester City.

More on that shortly...

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Ipswich trio to leave on loan

Ipswich Town will loan out three players before tonight's 11pm deadline, according to TWTD.

Chiedozie Ogbene is poised to join Championship newcomers Lincoln City, while Cameron Humphreys will move to Huddersfield.

Tudor Mendel, meanwhile, is expected to sign for Luton Town on a deal until the end of the season.

DONE DEAL! Guiu joins Leipzig on permanent deal

Marc Guiu has left Chelsea and joined Bundesliga side RB Leipzig in a permanent transfer.

The striker departed Stamford Bridge in a deal worth around £13.7m, with the Blues inserting a significant sell-on clause.

Thomas desperate to join Hull

Sorba Thomas is trying to force a deadline day move from Stoke City to Hull City after three lowball offers.

Hull made an initial offer of £5m rising to £7m for the 27-year-old winger.

They came back with £6m on the table when that was rejected and only increased that to £7m yesterday.

Stoke, who would need to source a replacement, have been holding firm but Thomas wants a crack at the Premier League and may refuse to play in tonight's league game at home against Norwich.

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Fernandez-Pardo completes Newcastle medical

Matias Fernandez-Pardo has completed a medical ahead of his £55m move to Newcastle.

That's according to Sky Sports, who say an official announcement is only a matter of time.

Villa set to confirm two signings

Aston Villa are expected to confirm two signings today - Ibrahim Mbaye and Taylor Harwood-Bellis.

Both players were in attendance at Villa Park for last night’s match against Arsenal.

Unai Emery said he does not expect any more arrivals beyond those two players.

Meanwhile, a few youngsters can be expected to depart on loan, while Leon Bailey needs to find a new club, with Sevilla and Al Diriyah both interested in him.

Leeds agree bargain Bard deal

Leeds United are poised to sign Nice defender Melvin Bard.

The full-back will join the Yorkshire club on a season-long loan before making the deal permanent next summer.

Leeds will pay an initial £1m, with the deal rising to £5.5m.

The 25-year-old will undergo a medical at Elland Road this afternoon.

Elliott set to join Valencia on loan

Harvey Elliott will complete a season-long loan move to Valencia on transfer deadline day.

The versatile midfielder flew into Spain overnight ahead his medical.

His short-term switch to Mestalla could end with a new contract at Liverpool but his current deal runs until 2028 anyway, which means that the Reds will still be able to get a transfer fee for him if they decide to sell him permanently next summer.

Brighton have Azeez bid knocked back

Millwall have rejected a £10m bid from Brighton for the services of forward Femi Azeez.

That's according to Sky Sports, with Millwall reportedly looking for closer to £15m.

Azeez was one of the best players in the Championship last season and was targeted by Ipswich Town back in January.

Man City chasing £200m double deal

Manchester City are working on deals for Enzo Fernandez and Iliman Ndiaye and will hope to pull both off today in what would be a near £200m deadline day double deal.

The Blues have tracked Fernandez for most of the summer but Chelsea want £120m for the midfielder.

Enzo Maresca is a huge fan of Fernandez and wants the Argentina international to bolster a midfield that has seen key departures with Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders all departing this summer.

Meanwhile, Ndiaye is expected to join City in a £65m move after talks with Liverpool over a switch for Cody Gakpo broke down.

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Patterson set for Torino switch

Everton defender Nathan Patterson has arrived in Italy to complete a permanent move to Torino, according to Sky Sports.

It's further claimed that the Toffees are hoping to sign Fulham full-back Kenny Tete in a £9.4m deal.

However, that move could depend on whether the west Londoners manage to land a replacement.

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Abraham to stay at Villa

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has confirmed that Tammy Abraham won't be leaving the club before tonight's deadline.

A deal had been agreed to loan the striker to Ipswich Town, but that is no longer expected to happen.

"We opened the door for him but he’s decided to stay here with us," said Emery after last night's defeat to Arsenal.

"I am going to be very demanding with him to add his qualities with us."

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Burnley in talks over Amass deal

Burnley are in talks with Manchester United over a potential move for Harry Amass, who has been put up for sale by the Red Devils.

A transfer fee in the region of £3.5m has been discussed but negotiations aren't progressing as things stand.

That's according to The Athletic, who say there's also no guarantee that United will sign a new left-back before the deadline.

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Everton set to sign Balogun

Everton are expected to confirm the signing of Lille striker Folarin Balogun today, according to The Independent.

The former Arsenal striker is reportedly set to join the Toffees in exchange for a £40m transfer fee.

He will replace Beto, who is on course to join Fiorentina in a permanent deal.

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Fulham and Sunderland agree deals

Fulham have agreed a £21.4m deal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson, according to Fabrizio Romano.

He will reportedly arrive in London later today to complete a medical and sign on the dotted line.

Sunderland, meanwhile, are set to land Tottenham defender Kevin Danso on an initial loan.

A mandatory purchase clause worth around £25m has also been negotiated, with the move set to be completed before the deadline.

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Grealish set for Everton medical

Jack Grealish is expected to undergo a medical at Everton in the coming hours ahead of his proposed loan return.

The Athletic say that Everton were the only side to agree terms with Manchester City after Sunderland had an offer waved away last week.

Grealish was always keen to return to Merseyside after his successful loan spell last season was cut short due to an injury.

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Nwaneri heading to Dortmund on loan

Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri is set to join Borussia Dortmund on loan, according to The Athletic.

He is currently travelling to Germany for a medical ahead of the switch, which will be a straight loan with no purchase clause.

Nwaneri has been linked with a temporary move away from the Emirates Stadium all summer to gain regular first-team minutes.

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Newcastle set to sign Fernandez-Pardo

Newcastle United are closing in on a deal to sign Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, according to Sky Sports.

It's claimed they are expected to pay around £55m to land the Belgian international ahead of tonight's deadline.

He could replace Nick Woltemade, who is reportedly heading to Juventus on a straight loan.

yesterday07:37 Archie Griggs

Man City open Fernandez talks with Chelsea

Manchester City are in talks with Chelsea over a potential move for Enzo Fernandez, according to The Guardian.

The midfielder has been linked with a switch to the Etihad Stadium throughout the summer window.

Chelsea previously set an asking price of £120m and may push for an even higher fee with the deadline looming large.

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yesterday07:35 Archie Griggs

Ipswich close to Flemming deal

Ipswich Town are closing in on the signing of Burnley striker Zian Flemming, according to TWTD.

They had initially agreed a loan deal for Tammy Abraham, but the former England striker is now expected to stay at Aston Villa.

Ipswich have since turned their attention to Flemming, who could reportedly move to Portman Road in exchange for a £17m fee.

yesterday07:32 Archie Griggs

Sarr to Liverpool hopes dwindling

Crystal Palace do not want to sell Ismaila Sarr to Liverpool on deadline day, according to TEAMtalk.

It's claimed that the Eagles have already rejected a verbal offer in the region of £40m.

The report adds that Palace aren't expecting Liverpool to submit a renewed bid before the window closes.

yesterday07:27 Archie Griggs

Chelsea accept Mudryk loan with £75m buy option

Tottenham are poised to sign Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan until the end of the season, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The deal will reportedly include a £75m non-mandatory purchase clause.

Mudryk has been given permission to undergo a medical at Spurs and complete the formalities of the switch.

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yesterday07:22 Archie Griggs

Man Utd can complete two deals

It's a bit quiet in terms of incomings for the Red Devils, but two players could be allowed to leave before the window closes.

Joshua Zirkzee recently turned down a move to Fiorentina but remains a target for Juventus.

He is reportedly viewed as a target to replace Jonathan David, who is poised to join Atletico Madrid.

Harry Amass could also depart Old Trafford in the coming hours, having been made available earlier in the window.

yesterday07:20 Archie Griggs

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Tottenham Hotspur could complete as many as six transfers before the 11pm deadline tonight. Spurs have had a busy summer, spending over £300million on eight new players for Roberto De Zerbi. But the north London club have still started their new Premier League season with back-to-back defeats.

As De Zerbi looks to turn it around at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, more incomings and outgoings are expected before the window closes this evening. Express Sport brings you all the details on what could happen at Spurs today...

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Double Chelsea deal

Tottenham are set to make their final two signings of the window, both from London rivals Chelsea, before 11pm tonight. Mykhaylo Mudryk is set to join on loan with an agreement already in place that includes an option, not an obligation, to make the move permanent next year.

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The Ukrainian winger has not played in the Premier League since November 2024 due to a drugs ban. Yet he has now been cleared to play and De Zerbi remains a big fan of the 25-year-old after working with him at Shakhtar Donetsk previously.

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And Mudryk's Chelsea team-mate, Tosin Adarabioyo, is also Tottenham-bound to bolster the Italian head coach's options at the back.

Spurs have agreed a permanent deal for the 28-year-old centre-back, who will undergo his medical to swap London clubs this morning.

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Richarlison denied his wish?

With the deal to sign Ndiaye having collapsed, Richarlison seems stuck. The Brazilian was lined up for a return to Everton, but reports claim he could not agree on personal terms with his old club.

And he wrote on social media last night: "After everything I've been through in the last few years, I've decided that never again will anyone decide my future for me. If they reach an agreement between Spurs and Everton, I will return to my beloved club.

"My intention was to go back to the place where I was very happy, yes, but the negotiations happened only in the way certain people wanted, and it will no longer be like that.

"Despite all this turmoil, I am under contract at Spurs and will remain at the club's disposal."

But Everton have agreed a deal for striker Folarin Balogun and are looking to re-sign Jack Grealish, which could put a block on a return for Richarlison. Though it cannot be fully ruled out that the 29-year-old finds a new club before the deadline.

Three exits to be confirmed

One of three exits expected to happen today is Pape Matar Sarr joining Juventus on loan. The Italian giants have the option to make the move permanent for £24m next summer after paying a £1.7m loan fee.

And Porto will also imminently complete the loan signing of 20-year-old left-back Souza until June 2027. The Portuguese club will pay the Brazilian's wages in full.

The arrival of Adarabioyo, meanwhile, paves the way for Kevin Danso to join Sunderland. The Austrian, 27, is set to complete a loan move to the Stadium of Light after requesting a transfer exit. The deal will include an option to buy.