The summer transfer window slams shut this evening, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham all still busy on Deadline Day. Arsenal have made an offer for Julian Alvarez, while Malick Fofana has emerged as an alternative option. Manchester City are expected to complete a blockbuster move for Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez, and have hijacked Tottenham's deal for Iliman Ndiaye.
Arsenal make Julian Alvarez offer
Arsenal are running out of time to convince Julian Alvarez to join them from Atletico Madrid after agreeing departures for Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Fabio Vieira in deals worth more than £70m combined. Mikel Arteta is understood to have spoken with Alvarez last week in an attempt to persuade him to return to the Premier League, but the striker reportedly made clear that Barcelona remains his preferred destination.
The Guardian report that Arsenal retain hope of a late change of heart, which has been boosted by Atletico reaching an agreement with Juventus for Jonathan David. Gabriel Martinelli is expected to move to Al Hilal for a fee of around £60m, with Gabriel Jesus heading to Barcelona.
Man City hijack Tottenham's Iliman Ndiaye deal
Manchester City have successfully hijacked Tottenham's deal for Iliman Ndiaye. Standard Sport understands that a deal worth up to £65m has been agreed with Everton, a day after Spurs were given permission to discuss personal terms with the player. Ndiaye is expected to undergo a medical with Man City on Tuesday.
City were hoping to wrap up a deal for Cody Gakpo after agreeing a fee worth £85m with Liverpool, but the move collapsed on Monday. The latest developments leave Spurs scrambling for a left-sided attacker, and they are understood to have opened talks with Chelsea over a loan move for Mykhailo Mudryk.
Enzo Fernandez 'ready for Man City medical'
Enzo Fernandez's transfer from Chelsea to Manchester City is expected to dominate Deadline Day. Reports from Sky Germany suggest the player has agreed terms with City, who are locked in talks with Chelsea to see whether an agreement can be reached. Fernandez is waiting to get the green light to undergo his medical, with the deal likely to be worth at least £100m.
Lamine Camara is expected to replace the Argentine at Stamford Bridge. Spurs have also agreed a double swoop for Mykhailo Mudryk on loan and Tosin Adarabioyo on a permanent deal, with Kevin Danso leaving. Richarlison's future remains in doubt amid talks over a return to Everton.
Arsenal explore late Malick Fofana move
Arsenal have been offered the chance to sign Lyon attacker Malick Fofana. The Gunners are keen to add another attacking option before tonight's deadline. According to widespread reports, Fofana's potential arrival has been discussed internally after intermediaries presented the Belgian to Arsenal.
However, there is said to be no unanimous support within the club for a deal, leaving the Gunners yet to decide whether to pursue the 21-year-old. Arsenal are generally satisfied with their squad, with previous interest in Morgan Rogers, Vinicius Jr and Julian Alvarez driven by their status as elite targets who could significantly improve the team.
Man Utd still working on left-back signing
Manchester United still need a new left-back and are actively pursuing one in the final hours, but the clock is ticking on a late move. Michael Carrick suggested on Saturday that United may still look to sign players on deadline day, but the focus is now on outgoings. There had been links to Lewis Hall, but new reports suggest they have decided against bidding for the Newcastle full-back.
Joshua Zirkzee should seal a move away from the club, with Harry Amass also expected to depart. Zirkzee had been in line to join Juventus on loan, but is available once again after they opted instead for Nick Woltemade.
Liverpool reject bid and announce Bradley Barcola signing
Nottingham Forest have seen a bid rejected for young Liverpool midfielder Trey Nyoni. They lodged a bid worth £25m plus £5m in add-ons for the 19-year-old, The Athletic report, but it was promptly rejected. Liverpool have reportedly made clear they have no interest in selling.
Liverpool have also announced the signing of Bradley Barcola. Tottenham have reportedly made enquiries about AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic, according to TEAMtalk, with Spurs also making enquiries about Lyon's Malick Fofana and Eintracht Frankfurt's Jean-Matteo Bahoya. It remains to be seen if former Chelsea star Pulisic is open to a return to the Premier League.
