Premier League clubs were busy in the transfer market during the World Cup, with several deals completed while fans were distracted by Shakira's halftime performance. Here are five moves you may have missed.
Illan Meslier: Leeds to Arsenal (free transfer)
Arsenal secured Illan Meslier as a backup goalkeeper after his contract expired at Leeds. The 26-year-old was once a regular for Leeds but lost his place after a rise in mistakes. He will serve as deputy to David Raya at the Emirates.
Marco Palestra: Atalanta to Chelsea (£47m)
Under new manager Xabi Alonso, Chelsea signed Atalanta full-back Marco Palestra. The 21-year-old, who was Serie A Defender of the Year after a loan at Cagliari, can play in both a back four and back three.
Bazoumana Toure: Hoffenheim to Newcastle (£43m)
Despite a difficult window that saw Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali leave, Newcastle signed Ivorian winger Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim. The 20-year-old registered 12 assists in Germany last season.
Harry Wilson: Fulham to Leeds (free transfer)
Harry Wilson chose not to extend his contract at Fulham and joined Leeds, who secured top-flight status. He scored 11 goals and added eight assists across all competitions last season.
Alvaro Rodriguez: Elche to Bournemouth (£26m)
Bournemouth signed Uruguayan striker Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche. The former Real Madrid youth player contributed 12 goals for a relegation-threatened side. Bournemouth, now in Europe, insist their star players will stay, with Rodriguez complementing them.
