Transfer news LIVE!
The drama is building as we enter the final day of the summer transfer window. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United are all pushing to complete major moves before Monday night’s 7pm deadline, with plenty more twists and turns expected between now and then. Alexander Isak remains the biggest saga of them all of course as Liverpool have agreed a £130million deal for the Newcastle striker and hope to wrap up a £35m deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.
Piero Hincapie should finalise his switch to Arsenal on Sunday though is apparently still waiting for permission to undergo a medical, while Manchester United have now made a move for Emiliano Martinez and remain in talks with Senne Lammens as they bid to secure a new goalkeeper. As ever there is plenty going on at Chelsea, who have submitted an offer for Barcelona’s Fermin Lopez and left Nicolas Jackson furious by cancelling his loan move to Bayern Munich as they now consider adding another striker such as Conrad Harder. Facundo Buonanotte will also undergo a medical ahead of his shock switch to Stamford Bridge.
Aston Villa are pushing to sign West Ham star Lucas Paqueta, while Manchester City hope to offload Ederson and acquire Gianluigi Donnarumma as Tottenham aim to win the race for Manuel Akanji. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Latest transfer news headlines
- Liverpool agree British record £130m fee for Isak
- New Hincapie to Arsenal twist
- Man Utd in Martinez and Lammens talks
- Chelsea cancel Jackson and Guiu loan deal
- Tottenham still want two more signings
Hojlund to finalise Manchester United exit today
06:00 , Alex YoungRasmus Hojlund will join Napoli on loan today.
The Manchester United flop landed in Rome over the weekend before continuing on to Naples to finalise his exit from Old Trafford.
Sky Italy report that Hojlund will join on a loan-to-buy deal worth £43m including the loan fee.
That loan fee is more than £5m (€6m) and the obligation price is £38m (€44m).
Crystal Palace turn to Disasi
05:45 , Alex YoungCrystal Palace have turned to Axel Disasi as a possible replacement for Liverpool-bound Marc Guehi.
The Reds are expected to finalise a £35million deal for the defender today once Palace have a replacement lined up for their skipper.
That search as, according to Sky Sports, led the Eagles to Chelsea outcast Disasi, who spent a rather underwhelming few months on loan at Aston Villa last season.
Disasi had also been in talks with Bournemouth, before the Cherries ended their interest.
Busy (and expensive) day in store for Fulham
05:30 , Alex YoungFulham have reached an agreement to sign Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin.
Standard Sport understands that Fulham will pay a club-record €40million (£34.6m) fee for the 22-year-old, eclipsing the initial £27million they paid for Emile Smith Rowe last summer.
Kevin is in London for a medical, with the expectation that the deal will be wrapped up today.
Furthermore, Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson is also of interest along with AC Milan’s Samuel Chukwueze.
Reports in Italy overnight report that a loan-to-buy deal for Chukwueze is in the offing.
Paqueta sends clear transfer message during West Ham win
05:00 , Alex YoungOne player who will definitely not be on the move today is Lucas Paqueta, and he has made that abundantly clear.
Amid links with Aston Villa, Paqueta started and scored as West Ham won 3-0 at Nottingham Forest. The midfielder for his goal celebration mimicked picking up a phone before throwing it away and then kissed the West Ham badge.
Manager Graham Potter after the game praised his commitment.
“You saw a committed performance from someone who cares about the team,” Potter said.
Asked whether he expects Paqueta to remain at the club, he said: “Yeah.”
Mainoo still wants to leave Man Utd on loan
04:30 , Alex YoungThere is also the curious case of Kobbie Mainoo.
The Athletic reported last week that Mainoo told Manchester United he wishes to leave on loan in search of more regular first-team minutes, having fallen down the pecking order under Ruben Amorim.
Fabrizio Romano now reports that Man Utd are adamant that Mainoo will not leave the club before the transfer window closes.
That may not be the end of the story, though, as the midfielder is still attracting interest.
Man Utd and Aston Villa in Martinez and Lammens talks
04:00 , Alex YoungThere is a goalkeeper tug-of-war, or merry-go-round, or something between the two, brewing between Manchester United and Aston Villa.
United have reportedly been in talks with Royal Antwerp to sign Senne Lammens for a number of days, but progress has stalled. That has led them to reignite interest in Villa's Emi Martinez.
That has also seen Villa open talks with Antwerp for Lammens, and have an interest in Diogo Costa, who they will sign if Martinez leaves.
Martinez is said to have agreed personal terms with United and was left out of the club’s 3-0 home loss to Crystal Palace today.
Tottenham still want two more signings
03:00 , Alex YoungTottenham are said to still want another winger and defender before tonight’s deadline.
With Xavi Simons through the door, Thomas Frank as his creative midfielder.
But interest reportedly remains in Savinho as a new window, and Manchester City team-mates Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake have been suggested as defender targets.
Ademola Lookman, who has been pushing to leave Atalanta all summer, has also been linked as a new forward addition, but he is also attracting interest from Bayern.
Chelsea medical completed as striker loans cancelled
02:00 , Alex YoungChelsea have told Nicolas Jackson to return to the club with his Bayern Munich loan deal officially cancelled.
The Blues have also reportedly agreed a deal with Sunderland which will see Marc Guiu’s loan deal with the Black Cats ended.
This is all following Liam Delap’s injury, which is said to sideline the player for a number of weeks.
Amid all of this, Chelsea have been linked with interest in Sporting striker Conrad Harder, though that deal appears unlikely as the clock ticks down towards tonight’s deadline.
Amid all of this, Facundo Buonanotte is said to have undergone a medical ahead of joining on loan for the season.
Plenty for Chelsea to resolve on Deadline Day.
Arsenal to confirm Hincapie loan-to-buy deal
01:00 , Alex YoungArsenal will announce the loan signing of Piero Hincapie today.
The Bayer Leverkusen defender is set to join on a loan deal that includes the option for a £45m permanent move next summer.
Standard Sport understands that the expectation is that the clause will be triggered.
Hincapie has been undergoing a medical over the weekend and will today be confirmed as Arsenal’s eighth signing of an impressive window.
Isak to sign six-year Liverpool contract
00:45 , Alex YoungAlexander Isak has agreed a six-year contract with Liverpool, according to The Times.
Isak deal takes Liverpool spending beyond £400m
00:37 , Alex YoungAlexander Isak will be holding up a Liverpool shirt at some point later today.
First, he must undergo a medical with the Premier League champions before signing on the dotted line.
The fee will eclipse the £116m Liverpool paid for Florian Wirtz earlier in the summer, which was the current British transfer record.
Isak will be Liverpool’s seventh first-team signing of the window, and will take their summer spending far beyond £400m, with an expected £35m deal for Marc Guehi to come.
Liverpool to pay £125m for Isak
00:19 , Alex YoungMore on the record-breaking Alexander Isak deal.
The Athletic report that the deal is worth £130m to Newcastle due to ‘solidarity payments’, while Liverpool will fork out £125m.
There is no guarantee that Newcastle will sign another striker.
BREAKING NEWS: Liverpool agree British record £130m fee for Isak
00:16 , Alex YoungWell, that didn’t take long for the biggest deal of the day to be agreed!
The Telegraph report that Liverpool and Newcastle have agreed a deal worth £130m for Alexander Isak.
Journalist Ben Jacobs reports that it is worth £125m, with further add-ons.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Isak is on his way for a medical with Liverpool.
Huge, huge, HUGE breaking news on what is the more expensive British transfer for all time!
Deadline Day!
00:01 , Alex YoungIt’s here!
Deadline Day is finally upon us as a remarkable summer window prepares to close.
There are a number of huge deals still in the works, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham all hoping to get new signings confirmed before tonight’s 7pm deadline.
Liverpool and Newcastle in £130m Isak talks
23:45 , Alex YoungLiverpool and Newcastle are in talks over a possible £130million deal for Alexander Isak.
According to The Athletic, talks are ramping up between the two clubs after Newcastle - as expected - relented their stance over signing another striker.
It remains to be seen if Liverpool reach the desired £130m asking price, having seen their first and only bid to date worth £110m rejected on August 1.
Now, a month later, talks are back on and a British record transfer could finally be completed.
Xavi Simons 'living a dream' with Spurs move
23:15 , Alex YoungXavi Simons says he is "living a dream" after joining Tottenham in a deal worth £52million.
Simons was unveiled by Spurs on Friday before being paraded in front of fans on Saturday. On Sunday, Simons was back in his homeland to watch the Dutch Grand Prix.
Speaking to DAZN Espana on the grid at Circuit Zandvoort, Simons said of his move to Spurs: "I'm living a dream for myself and also for my family."
Simons was a popular figure before lights out, and was also cornered by Sky Sports and asked about Spurs.
He said: "I watched [the home loss to Bournemouth] with my family, so really happy to make this step. So yeah, looking forward.
"I cannot wait to start the game [against West Ham after the international break], to play in the Premier League, so I’m really happy."
Chelsea recall Guiu from Sunderland loan
22:45 , Alex YoungChelsea’s striker situation is getting murkier and murkier.
The Telegraph report that the Blues have recalled Marc Guiu from his Sunderland loan and have cancelled Nicolas Jackson’s proposed move to Bayern Munich.
What does that mean for Liam Delap’s injury? Does this mean Jackson is being sold to another team?
Much to be resolved on Deadline Day.
Newcastle ready to sell Isak and tell Liverpool to make bid
22:15 , Alex YoungNewcastle United are, for the first time, ready to sell Alexander Isak to Liverpool.
On the eve of the final day of the summer transfer window, the club's majority stakeholders, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, have reportedly decided they will sell Isak if the Premier League champions pay their asking price.
In what is being viewed as a public message to Liverpool to show their hand, Newcastle have reportedly confirmed they are ready to listen to offers.
The Telegraph report that Newcastle want £130million for who many consider the best striker in the Premier League.
Liverpool saw a first bid worth £110m rejected more than four weeks ago and have not returned with an increased offer since.
Guehi bids likely farewell with Crystal Palace stunner
21:35 , Alex YoungMarc Guehi scored a stunner on what could be his Crystal Palace farewell as the Eagles thrashed goal-shy Aston Villa 3-0 tonight.
Guehi has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool before Monday's transfer deadline but he put aside that speculation with the stand-out moment of a superb Palace display at Villa Park.
Guehi brought the ball forward and was still on the edge of the box when a poor Ezri Konsa clearance rolled into his path. He quickly set himself and bent a fine shot beyond the reach of Bizot and into the top corner.
If it does prove his sign-off, it was some way to say goodbye.
By contrast, Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was not involved amid rumoured interest from Manchester United and his replacement Marco Bizot had a night to forget.
Aston Villa miss out on Asensio
21:00 , Alex YoungAs Aston Villa fall to another Premier League defeat, a transfer target is flying out of their reach.
Marco Asensio spent last season on loan at Villa, and there was interest in another spell, but The Athletic report that Fenerbahce have won the race for his signature.
The 29-year-old is flying out tonight to complete a permanent Paris Saint-Germain exit.
United not interested in Stiller
19:48 , Arthur FerridgeMan United are not pursuing a move for Angelo Stiller, says Fabrizio Romano, despite reports claiming the club had a delegation in Germany ready to negotiate.
Those reports are wide of the mark, however.
Chukwueze in London
19:38 , Arthur FerridgeSamu Chukwueze is in London tonight as he looks to complete a late move to Fulham.
The Cottagers are hopeful of bringing him in as another wing reinforcement after tieing up a deal for Kevin, who is yet to agree personal terms.
Talks are ongoing with Chukwueze, according to the Times, and could go down to the wire on Deadline Day.
Fenerbahce back in for Ederson
19:28 , Arthur FerridgeFenerbahce have made a fresh appraoch to sign Ederson, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Should they agree a deal, it could send dominoes falling in the goalkeeper market ahead of Deadline Day.
City remain interested in signing Donnarumma.
Can Chelsea recall Guiu?
19:18 , Arthur FerridgeMarc Guiu could be the answer to Cheslea’s new striker crisis, though he cannot be easily recalled from his loan to Sunderland.
There is no break clause in his deal.
Should Chelsea wish to recall him, they would need to negotiate an exit with Sunderland.
No contact has yet been made between clubs.
Jackson to stay in Munich
19:08 , Arthur FerridgeNicolas Jackson will remain in Munich tonight as he awaits clarity on his future.
Chelsea have attempted to recall him after an injury to Liam Delap, but he is still keen to join Bayern Munich, either on loan or permanently.
The deal is on hold, according to Sky Germany - not off.
Bayern, though, are looking into alternative targets.
Guehi starts for Palace
18:56 , Arthur FerridgeMarc Guehi starts for Crystal Palace as they visit Villa Park tonight.
He is heavily linked with a late move to Liverpool, but has not downed tools.
He dons the captain’s armband tonight, for what could be the final time.
Martinez out of Villa squad
17:49 , Arthur FerridgeEmi Martinez has not been named in Aston Villa’s squad to face Crystal Palace this evening as he closes in on a move away from the club.
Manchester United look the most likely destination.
Paqueta sends a message
16:20 , Arthur FerridgeLucas Paqueta seemed to hint - not so subtley - that he will be staying at West Ham this summer.
After scoring in their 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest today, he celebrated by kissing the badge.
He had been linked with a move to Aston Villa.
🚨 Lucas Paqueta has a message for West Ham and for Aston Villa. 📞❌😘⚒️ pic.twitter.com/OdEpbiozKH
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 31, 2025
Matos becomes a Blade
16:16 , Arthur FerridgeChelsea have agreed to sell Alex Matos to Sheffield United.
The Cobham academy graduate, 20, becomes the latest member of the ‘bomb squad’ to leave the club.
Luca Bendoni reports the move will be announced on Monday.
Atalanta make Lookman stance
16:15 , Arthur FerridgeAtalanta have drawn a line in the sand as offers begin to flow in for Ademola Lookman.
They have no interest in letting him leave on loan, regardless of whether a buy option is included. They would much prefer to sell on a permanent basis, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Tottenham and Bayern Munich are both interested, as are other Italian clubs.
United continue to block Mainoo move
15:50 , Arthur FerridgeMan United are adamant that Kobbie Mainoo will not leave the club before the transfer window closes, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The player wants to leave in search of improved playing time, but injuries to Mason Mount and Matheus Cunha mean he could be in line for improved playing time.
Munich make Lookman approach
15:46 , Arthur FerridgeBayern Munich have approached Atalanta for Ademola Lookman after Chelsea pulled out of Nicolas Jackson’s loan move.
They are hoping to bring the 27-year-old in on loan, which Atalanta are thought to be open to.
Guehi to play for Palace today
14:43 , Arthur FerridgeMarc Guehi is expected to play for Crystal Palace today despite reportedly being close to a move to Liverpool.
Club-to-club talks are said to be ongoing regarding the player’s future.
He is in the final year of his contract and will not renew, leaving Palace keen to secure a return on their initial investment.
Another Burnley signing
14:34 , Arthur FerridgeFlorentino Luis is set to join Burnley from Benfica on loan with an obligation to buy.
The 26-year-old midfielder will travel to the UK tonight to undergo a medical.
Diaz on the move again
14:31 , Arthur FerridgeBen Brereton Diaz is set to join his fifth different club since 2023 after Derby County agreed to take him on a one-year loan.
The 26-year-old Chile international is currently contracted to Southampton, for whom he has made just ten League appearances.
Villa and United locked in goalkeeper talks
14:23 , Arthur FerridgeAston Villa have made a formal approach for Man United target Senne Lammens, while the Red Devils are in talks with the Villans to sign Emi Martinez, with whom they have already agreed personal terms.
Martinez is expected to leave Villa this summer, having already agreed to join United, and the Birmingham club have earmarked Lammens and Diogo Costa as potential replacements.
Lammens, though, is their primary target.
Bilal El Khannouss chooses next club
13:43 , Arthur FerridgeBilal El Khannouss has snubbed Premier League interest to join Stuttgart this summer.
That is according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, who adds that he will fly to Germany today to complete the move.
He will sign a four-year deal.
Godo completes Strasbourg medical
13:36 , Arthur FerridgeMartial Godo is set to complete his move from Fulham to Strasbourg after undergoing a medical.
The 22-year-old forward will join the BlueCo outfit for £6m.
Lookman available
13:34 , Arthur FerridgeAtalanta are looking to offload Ademola Lookman before the transfer window closes.
They have offered him to various European clubs, and could do a deal for just £35-40m, according to reports.
They would also be open to a late loan for the forward, who hit 15 goals and five assists in 31 Serie A appearances last season.
'No indication' that Paqueta will leave West Ham
13:29 , Arthur FerridgeLucas Paqueta has been named in West Ham’s starting XI today despite reports that he could leave the club before tomorrow’s deadline. Aston Villa are known to be interested.
Standard Sport’s Sam Tabuteau reports that there is no indication that he will leave. The Hammers consider him a key player.
🚨There’s no indication that Lucas Paqueta, who starts against Nottingham Forest, will leave West Ham before tomorrow night’s transfer deadline. Key player, who the club stood by during FA hearing.
— Sam Tabuteau (@tabuteauS) August 31, 2025
Fulham close in on Chukwueze
13:25 , Arthur FerridgeSamuel Chukwueze is due to join Fulham from AC Milan on loan with an obligation to buy.
The total package is worth around £21.6m, according to reports.
He will sign a deal until 2030.
Bournemouth move on from Disasi
13:22 , Arthur FerridgeIt is bad news for one member of the Chelsea bomb squad: Axel Disasi’s move to Bournemouth seems to have broken down.
The Cherries are now considering alternative options to the Frenchman, and are closing in on a loan deal for AC Milan’s Alex Jiminez.
Villa in talks for Porto keeper
13:20 , Arthur FerridgeAston Villa are in talks with Porto to sign Portugal international Diogo Costa as they brace for Emi Martinez to leave the club.
Costa was also of interest to Galatasaray earlier this summer, but could make a Deadline Day switch to Birmingham.
AC Milan make Joe Gomez approach
13:17 , Arthur FerridgeAC Milan are interested in signing Joe Gomez from Liverpool this summer.
Liverpool are understood to be happy to sell, but only if they are able to add Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi before the transfer deadline.
Juventus eye Arsenal snipe
13:14 , Arthur FerridgeJuventus are hoping to sign Arsenal midfielder Lia Walti, according to reports.
All parties are thought to be open to the move, particularly the player.
The 32-year-old has spent seven years in N5 and is in the last year of her Arsenal contract.
Villa to sign Lindelof?
13:11 , Arthur FerridgeVictor Lindelof is set to join Aston Villa.
Fabrizio Romano reports that he is already undergoing a medical ahead of joining as a free agent after his Man United contract expired earlier this summer.
The Swede has been offered a two-year contract with an option for a further season.
Everton and Fiorentina also attempted to secure his services this summer, but Villa made the most tempting offer.
Ten Hag on the chopping block
13:04 , Arthur FerridgeErik ten Hag is already facing the sack at Bayer Leverkusen.
They have taken one point from their opening two Bundesliga outings after losing to Hoffenheim and drawing a six-goal thriller against ten-man Werder Bremen after shipping a 94th-minute equaliser.
He will not be sacked before the transfer deadline, though, according to Sky Germany. The Dutchman is rather up against it after Leverkusen sold a raft of key players, including Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, this summer.
Canvot to undergo Crystal Palace medical today
12:56 , Arthur FerridgeJaydee Canvot will undergo his Crystal Palace medical on Sunday as the Eagles face Aston Villa in the late kick-off.
The 19-year-old centre-back is joining Palace from Toulouse for an initial fee of around £16million, with add-ons meaning the fee could reach £23.3m.
Sources have told Standard Sport that he arrived in London on Friday evening and is set for a medical on Saturday.
The latest on Kevin to Fulham...
12:37 , Arthur FerridgeFulham have reached an agreement to sign Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin.
Fulham will pay a club-record €40million (£34.6m) fee for the 22-year-old, eclipsing the initial £27million they paid for Emile Smith Rowe last summer.
Kevin is in London for a medical ahead of his proposed move, though Fulham are yet to reach an agreement with the player’s camp.
Newcastle bid for Wissa
12:22 , Arthur FerridgeNewcastle lodged an improved bid for Yoane Wissa earlier this week, Ben Jacobs reports.
Their offer totalled £40m with £5m in add-ons, but Brentford stalled on responding as they hope to sign a striker of their own before sanctioning Wissa’s exit.
Hojlund closes in on Napoli
12:21 , Arthur FerridgeAll documents have now been signed for Rasmus Hojlund to join Napoli on loan with an option to buy, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Serie A outfit will pay £5.1m for the loan, with the buy option set at £38m.
Chelsea striker latest
12:01 , Arthur FerridgeChelsea are in crisis mode after Liam Delap picked up a long-term hamstring injury on Saturday.
Reports in the Daily Telegraph claim he could be sidelined for longer than the six to eight weeks Enzo Maresca predicted.
With Nicolas Jackson still hoping to join Bayern Munich before the window closes, despite Chelsea’s attempts to cancel his loan move, the Blues are looking elsewhere.
They are considering a move to recall Marc Guiu from his loan to Sunderland, though this would have to be negotiated as there is no break clause in his deal.
They are also looking into Conrad Harder of Sporting CP.
Vardy agrees move
11:54 , Arthur FerridgeJamie Vardy has reportedly snubbed interest from Feyenoord and agreed a move to Serie A side Cremonese!
Fabrizio Romano reports that he has agreed a one-plus-one deal, and will travel to Italy tonight to complete the move.
United push to add goalkeeper before transfer deadline
11:48 , Arthur FerridgeManchester United could make a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez should they fail to complete a deal for Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens.
They have sent an improved offer to Antwerp, but face competition from both Aston Villa and Galatasaray for his signature. As such, they are looking into contingency plans, with Amorim desperate to add a goalkeeper before the window shuts.
According to reports in the Daily Telegraph, United have enquired as to the availability of two-time Yashin Trophy winner Martinez.
Vardy to Feyenoord?
11:19 , Arthur FerridgeDutch side Feyenoord have reportedly made an offer to Jamie Vardy, who is available as a free agent after leaving Leicester earlier this summer.
Robin van Persie is thought to be keen on the 38-year-old.
As he is a free agent, he could be signed outside the transfer deadline.
What's the latest on Nicolas Jackson?
11:10 , Arthur FerridgeWhere in the world is Nicolas Jackson?
Short answer - Munich. But he could soon be en route back to Chelsea.
Liam Delap’s injury yesterday means Chelsea backed out of his loan move to Bayern Munich.
The player is understood to be upset with this development, having already travelled to Munich for his medical.
He could still leave Chelsea, though they will only let him depart on a permanent deal.
Fulham agree Kevin deal
11:08 , Arthur FerridgeWith the transfer deadline now less than 48 hours away, Fulham are closing in on their second deal of the window. Hold onto your hats!
They are set to add Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin in a €40m deal, though the player is yet to agree personal terms or give the deal a green light.
One to watch as the window winds down.
New Hincapie to Arsenal twist
10:41 , George FloodHas there been a small twist in the Piero Hincapie to Arsenal move?
David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that the versatile Ecuador defender is travelling to London today to finalise his initial loan switch from Bayer Leverkusen.
However, he adds that Hincapie is still waiting for permission to undergo a medical as the clubs continue talks to get the deal over the line.
Looks like it’s not quite done yet...
Yoane Wissa takes aim at Brentford in bombshell statement
10:27 , George FloodYoane Wissa has confirmed that he wants to leave Brentford before the end of the transfer window, writes Sam Tabuteau.
Wissa, who is the subject of interest from Newcastle, took to Instagram on Sunday to say he feels that Brentford are standing in the way of him leaving the club and that he wants to depart before Monday night’s summer deadline.
“Over the past few weeks, there has been increased speculation about my future at Brentford Football Club. As a result, I wanted to speak directly and honestly about exactly where things stand,” Wissa, who has not been involved in any of Brentford’s matchday squads so far this season, posted on his Instagram story.
Liverpool confident over Alexander Isak deal
09:25 , George FloodLiverpool remain confident of signing Alexander Isak, it appears.
Arguably the summer’s biggest transfer sagas could yet conclude with a blockbuster deal before Monday night’s deadline after Newcastle appeared to open the door by signing German striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart in a club-record deal.
Though there still seems to have been little movement on the Isak front since then, Fabrizio Romano reports that Liverpool are still optimistic and confident of getting a move over the line having not acted this week despite being offered three alternative targets.
Furious Nicolas Jackson 'refusing' Chelsea return
09:20 , George FloodAs noted, Chelsea moved quickly after Liam Delap’s injury yesterday to call off Nicolas Jackson’s £13m loan move to Bayern Munich while he was on a plane to Germany.
Standard Sport understands that the decision left Jackson furious and very reluctant to return.
The Times now even go as far as to say that the Senegalese striker is refusing to come back to London despite Chelsea’s instructions in the hope of still securing a switch to Bayern.
“I'm not in a position to act,” Bayern director Max Eberl told BILD last night.
“We will tell the player and his agent that they have to go back to London, he’s Chelsea player.
“For the final 48 hours, we'll try to find a solution.”
Chelsea eye Harder move amid Jackson drama
09:10 , George FloodChelsea are considering signing another striker before the deadline, new reports claim.
The Blues look set to be without Liam Delap for up to eight weeks after he injured his hamstring against Fulham yesterday, on the same day that Christopher Nkunku joined AC Milan on a permanent deal and Nicolas Jackson looked set to move to Bayern Munich on loan.
Though the Jackson loan has now been dramatically scrapped at the 11th hour, The Athletic’s David Ornstein reports that Chelsea could yet let him go permanently and are considering another striker signing with enquiries made for a number of potential targets.
That number is said to include Sporting’s young Danish star Conrad Harder.
Man Utd make Emi Martinez approach
09:05 , George FloodManchester United look determined to sign a new goalkeeper before Monday night’s transfer deadline.
Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir have both come in for heavy criticism during the early weeks of the season, leaving the Red Devils with no choice but to act.
United have been in lengthy talks with Royal Antwerp over Senne Lammens, while they have now reportedly also made a contingency move for Emiliano Martinez.
That is per Fabrizio Romano, who says discussions for Lammens are still ongoing, but with a new approach now made to both Aston Villa and Martinez in case they do not get the Belgian.
Piero Hincapie to join Arsenal today
08:54 , George FloodArsenal look set to finalise their eighth major signing of a remarkable summer on the penultimate day of the transfer window.
On Friday night came the news that the Gunners had agreed a deal with Bayer Leverkusen to sign versatile defender Piero Hincapie on an initial season-long loan that includes the option for a £45m permanent move next summer.
Hincapie was given permission to travel to London for a medical and Fabrizio Romano said last night that he was expected to complete the switch within 24 hours.
Hojlund jets in for Napoli medical
Saturday 30 August 2025 23:00 , Oli GentRasmus Hojlund has touched down in Rome ahead of his move to Napoli.
Sky Italia report that the Dane is set to undergo a medical ahead of his move from Manchester United, in a deal worth a potential £43m, including the loan fee.
That loan fee is more than £5m (€6m) and the obligation price is £38m (€44m).
Howe looking forward to squad 'clarity'
Saturday 30 August 2025 22:45 , Oli GentNewcastle manager Eddie Howe has said he is looking forward to getting some “clarity” about his squad when the transfer window slams shut.
The Magpies are currently dealing with Alexander Isak, who wants to leave the club and move to Liverpool.
"We're really looking forward to that clarity in terms of what our squad looks like,” Howe said after his side’s 0-0 draw with Leeds.
"Once we have that, we'll move forward and I'm sure we can do really well this year."
Chelsea insist Jackson loan over
Saturday 30 August 2025 22:30 , Oli GentChelsea are insisting that Nicolas Jackson will not complete a loan move to Bayern Munich.
The Blues pulled the plug on their agreement with Bayern to send the Senegalese on loan with an option to buy after Liam Delap went off injured in their win over Fulham.
The Daily Telegraph suggest that Chelsea are adamant with a furious Jackson that he cannot proceed with the move and that he must return to the club.
Fener eye Ederson
Saturday 30 August 2025 22:15 , Oli GentFabrizio Romano reports that Fenerbahce are rivalling Turkish rivals Galatasaray for Ederson.
Gala had a €10million bid rejected for the goalkeeper a couple of weeks ago.
Villa close on Paqueta deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 22:11 , Oli GentFabrizio Romano reports that Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Lucas Paqueta.
The Italian journalist suggests that an initial loan move is close to completion, with the Villans looking to agree a £47million obligation to buy - including a loan fee - for the West Ham midfielder.
Juve move for Ceballos
Saturday 30 August 2025 22:00 , Oli GentJuventus have made a bid to sign Dani Ceballos.
Calciomercato claim that the Old Lady have tried to land the Spanish former Arsenal loanee from Real Madrid after his move to Marseille fell through.
Hincapie says Bayer bye-byes
Saturday 30 August 2025 21:45 , Oli GentPiero Hincapie has bid farewell to his Bayer Leverkusen as he prepares to move to Arsenal.
A loan deal with a buy option has been agreed, according to Sky Germany.
Hudson-Odoi renews Forest deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 21:30 , Oli GentCallum Hudson-Odoi has signed a new three-year contract at Nottingham Forest.
The former Chelsea man has become one of the club’s key men since moving to the City Ground.
More memories to be made.@Calteck10 is ours until 2028. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/3yhFtOFkKK
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) August 30, 2025
Real quoted Konate price
Saturday 30 August 2025 21:15 , Oli GentDefensa Central claim that Real Madrid were quoted a price of €55million by Liverpool for Ibrahima Konate.
The outlet states that Madrid don't want to pay that much for a player who will be available on a free transfer next summer.
Paqueta expects not to play for West Ham
Saturday 30 August 2025 21:00 , Oli GentLucas Paqueta expects not to play for West Ham against Nottingham Forest tomorrow amid uncertainty over his future.
The Athletic report that Aston Villa registered an interest in signing him, which has turned the Brazilian’s head.
Hence, the report details that Paqueta expects not to play for the Hammers against Nottingham Forest tomorrow.
Newcastle happy to reintegrate Isak
Saturday 30 August 2025 20:45 , Oli GentThe Newcastle Chronicle claims that Newcastle would be willing to reintegrate wantaway striker Alexander Isak.
The Magpies signed Nick Woltemade for a club-record fee from Stuttgart, with Liverpool heavily linked with a move for Isak.
However, if the Swede is not sold, then Eddie Howe’s side would want to bring him back into the fold to play alongside Woltemade.
Barca set Fermin asking price
Saturday 30 August 2025 20:30 , Oli GentBarcelona have set a €90million price point for Chelsea target Fermin Lopez.
Previous reports suggested that the Blues had lodged a €40m bid for the midfielder, but Spanish journalist Fernando Polo claims that Barca have retorted with a hefty demand.
Bayern consider Jackson alternative
Saturday 30 August 2025 20:15 , Oli GentBayern Munich are considering Lois Openda as an alternative if they miss out on Nicolas Jackson.
The RB Leipzig striker is now on Vincent Kompany’s radar after Chelsea revoked Jackson’s permission to finalise a loan deal in Bavaria.
Sacha Tavolieri claims that Bayern could offer a loan with buy option deal to Leipzig for the Belgian.
Attempts made to salvage Jackson deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 20:00 , Oli GentBayern Munich are doing all they can to salvage Nicolas Jackson’s loan move from Chelsea.
The Blues pulled the plug after Liam Delap pulled up injured against Fulham, but the Senegalese, who is currently in Munich, is furious with the decision.
BBC Sport say that the Bundesliga side are doing everything they can to get the deal back on track.
Liverpool lodge second Guehi bid
Saturday 30 August 2025 19:45 , Oli GentLiverpool have made a second offer to Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi.
The Eagles told the Reds they wanted £35million plus £5m in add-ons, and The Times report that the Premier League champions have offered that, with a 10% sell-on clause.
Lamptey set for Fiorentina
Saturday 30 August 2025 19:30 , Oli GentBrighton right-back Tariq Lamptey is set to sign for Fiorentina.
The move will be a permanent one to the Serie A side, according to Matteo Moretto.
Palace set Wharton price tag
Saturday 30 August 2025 19:22 , Oli GentCaught Offside claim that Crystal Palace are holding firm on their £150million valuation of Adam Wharton.
There is reportedly growing interest from Liverpool, Manchester City and Real Madrid in the England international.
Gakpo signs new long-term Liverpool deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 18:32 , George FloodIn addition to moving for Marc Guehi, Liverpool have announced a contract extension for one of their current players this evening.
Dutch forward Cody Gakpo has put pen to paper on a new long-term deal at Anfield, despite his previous contract still having three years left to run.
“It feels amazing to extend the contract here at this beautiful club,” he said.
“I’m very grateful and hopefully I can give back many more beautiful moments.
“I feel at home, my family feels at home and that’s also a big decision always.
“They feel good. I’m very happy at the club, a good group, good teammates, so the life around the football itself is very good and I enjoy every moment of it.
“I’m very grateful that I can extend.”
Cody Gakpo has signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool Football Club 🙌🔴
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) August 30, 2025
Chelsea complete Garnacho deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 18:25 , George FloodChelsea have completed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho.
The Blues just officially announced the arrival of the Argentine attacker following a £40m agreement with Manchester United after he watched today’s 2-0 win over Fulham from a box at Stamford Bridge.
Garnacho has signed a seven-year contract at Chelsea until 2032 and said: “It’s an incredible moment for my family and I to join this great club. I can’t wait to get started.
“I watched the Club World Cup and to join the world champions is special – we’re the best team in the world! It’s amazing to be here and I’m very happy.”
No word on his squad number just yet. United also have a 10 per cent sell-on clause.
Crystal Palace send Liverpool Guehi counter-offer
Saturday 30 August 2025 18:19 , George FloodCrystal Palace have now responded to Liverpool’s Marc Guehi bid with a counter-offer, according to BBC Sport.
Sami Mokbel reports tonight that the Eagles have asked for £35m plus £5m in add-ons and a 10 per cent sell-on clause included in the deal for a player who is in the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park.
The ball is now back in Liverpool’s court.
Liverpool make Marc Guehi move
Saturday 30 August 2025 17:38 , George FloodLiverpool have made a late summer move for Marc Guehi, reports claim.
The Crystal Palace captain has been among the top transfer targets throughout a busy window at Anfield and the Reds are now fully focused on getting deals for both him and Newcastle striker Alexander Isak over the line.
Per David Ornstein of The Athletic, Liverpool have now made an official bid for Guehi worth a straight £35m with no add-ons.
The England centre-back is said to be open to moving to Merseyside if an agreement can be reached, but as yet Palace have not responded to the offer.
Earlier today, it was rumoured that the Eagles wanted to sign Liverpool’s Joe Gomez.
Chelsea table Fermin Lopez bid
Saturday 30 August 2025 17:31 , George FloodSpeaking of Chelsea, they have reportedly now made an official bid for Fermin Lopez.
The Blues were said to have been in talks over the Spanish attacker for some time now, with Barcelona very reluctant to sell.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea submitted a written proposal for Fermin worth €40m straight after today’s controversial 2-0 win over Fulham in the Premier League.
However, he adds that Barca still have no plans to sell and that will only change if the player indicates a desire to leave before Monday night’s transfer deadline.
Nicolas Jackson furious after Chelsea scrap Bayern loan
Saturday 30 August 2025 17:17 , George FloodChelsea have told Bayern Munich that they will not proceed with Nicolas Jackson’s loan move after Liam Delap suffered a hamstring injury against Fulham — leaving the striker furious, writes Dom Smith.
Jackson had landed in Munich on Saturday afternoon to undergo a medical with the reigning Bundesliga champions, but Standard Sport understands the decision not to move forward with the deal was made by Chelsea officials while he was on board a private jet to Germany with his agents.
It is understood that Jackson is reluctant to come back to Chelsea and has been angered at being told that he must now return to London.
Milan make back-up plan for Akanji
Saturday 30 August 2025 16:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneSticking with AC Milan, they are not yet finished raiding the Premier League for reinforcements.
According to reports in Italy, the club are willing to pay nearly £13million to sign Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji.
Though, alternatives have been drawn up in case they can’t tempt Akanji.
This reportedly includes Liverpool’s Joe Gomez.
Nkunku shirt number revealed
Saturday 30 August 2025 16:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneNew club, but same shirt number for Christopher Nkunku.
The Frenchman’s move to AC Milan from Chelsea was announced this morning and he will continue wearing the No18.
— AC Milan (@acmilan) August 30, 2025
DONE DEAL
Saturday 30 August 2025 15:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneAnother one in at Nottingham Forest!
Nicolò Savona is a Red! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/1DUe8UAkmX
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) August 30, 2025
Kean signs new deal
Saturday 30 August 2025 15:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneMoise Kean has ended speculation surrounding his future by signing a new contract with Fiorentina.
KMB2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣9️⃣💜⚜️#forzaviola #fiorentina pic.twitter.com/b4UVm28QkD
— ACF Fiorentina English (@ACFFiorentinaEN) August 30, 2025
Martinelli staying at Arsenal
Saturday 30 August 2025 14:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneMikel Arteta has ruled out Gabriel Martinelli leaving Arsenal before Monday’s transfer deadline, writes Simon Collings.
Martinelli has been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium this summer, amid reported interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia.
The links had died down in recent weeks, but resurfaced after Eberechi Eze joined Arsenal from Crystal Palace last weekend.
Hincapie decision
Saturday 30 August 2025 14:16 , Tashan Deniran-AlleynePiero Hincapie is on the bench for Bayer Leverkusen this afternoon as he closes in on a move to Arsenal.
Mit dieser 1️⃣1️⃣ starten wir gegen @werderbremen 👏❤️🔥
— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04fussball) August 30, 2025
🔜 #SVWB04 | #Bayer04 pic.twitter.com/DzyKxUy6IF
Woltemade shirt number confirmed
Saturday 30 August 2025 14:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneNewcastle have confirmed that club-record signing Nick Woltemade will wear the No27 shirt.
The German will not be involved against Leeds this evening as he has not been registered in time.
As a result, Woltemade’s debut could come after the international break at home to Wolves.
👋 "Howay The Lads!" pic.twitter.com/rwsec5nc4w
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) August 30, 2025
Simons debut delayed
Saturday 30 August 2025 13:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneXavi Simons will have to wait until after the international break to make his Tottenham debut.
Simons became Spurs’ latest summer signing on Friday when his £51million transfer from Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig was officially announced.
Although Spurs confirmed the signing of Simons before the Premier League showdown against Bournemouth at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium today, the 22-year-old will not be involved.
For Simons to have been eligible to make his Tottenham bow as early as this afternoon, he needed to have been registered by Friday’s (August 29, 2025) 12pm deadline.
Isak one step closer to Liverpool move
Saturday 30 August 2025 13:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneNewcastle have confirmed the signing of Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade in a move which leaves the door ajar for Alexander Isak to complete his transfer to Liverpool.
It is a club-record deal for the Magpies, who will pay £65m upfront with a further £4.3m in add-ons for the German - eclipsing the £63m paid to sign Isak from Real Sociedad three years ago.
The signing has clear implications for the Swede. His push to join Liverpool this summer has been well documented, and he remains on strike as he looks to force the transfer through.
Antony deal off?
Saturday 30 August 2025 12:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneConfusion surrounds Antony's future.
On Friday night it was reported that Manchester United had accepted an offer from Real Betis over a permanent £25million transfer.
However, it is now being reported that the Spanish club have withdrawn their offer.
Where does that leave Antony as deadline day fast approaches?
Garnacho spotted
Saturday 30 August 2025 12:04 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneAlejandro Garnacho is in attendance at Stamford Bridge today ahead of his proposed move to Chelsea from Manchester United.
A deal has been agreed but nothing is official...yet.
Alejandro Garnacho is at Stamford Bridge ahead of his pending move to Chelsea 👀
— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) August 30, 2025
📺 @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/6C4g2hfbZI
Isak to Liverpool update
Saturday 30 August 2025 12:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneThe Athletic’s David Ornstein has provided an update on the Alexander Isak to Liverpool transfer saga.
He said: “As things stand, Alexander Isak to Liverpool hasn’t quite sparked into life.
“I’m sure there are things are going on behind the scenes, and we should find out a resolution finally soon.”
Woltemade advice
Saturday 30 August 2025 11:40 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneSome advice from a local to our new club-record signing 🖤🤍
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) August 30, 2025
Bill the Biker 🤝 Nick Woltemade pic.twitter.com/Iw2upmdXZR
Click here to read the full blog on The The Standard's website
