The summer transfer window is heading for a thrilling, potentially record-breaking conclusion as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham all work on deals before Tuesday night's deadline.
Arsenal handed Julian Alvarez boost
Arsenal have had their chances of signing Julian Alvarez boosted as Atletico Madrid open talks to sign a replacement striker. Arsenal have emerged as his most likely destination, despite the belief the player is hesitant to return to the Premier League. It also remains to be seen whether Arsenal will bid for Alvarez.
In any case, Atletico appear to have begun planning for his exit with a bid to sign Juventus' Jonathan David on loan. Fabrizio Romano reports they have lodged a formal offer to take the Canadian on loan with an option to buy, with the two clubs now locked in talks.
Elsewhere at Arsenal, Habeeb Ogunneye, James Scanlon and Igor Tyjon have joined the Premier League champions, but Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Fabio Vieira are set to depart. Gabriel Jesus is also set for a Barcelona medical.
Barcola to finalise Liverpool move today
Bradley Barcola will formalise his move from Paris Saint-Germain to Liverpool today. The winger underwent a medical on Sunday and is due to sign all the relevant paperwork today. An announcement could be imminent.
Liverpool have identified Ismaila Sarr as a replacement for Manchester City-bound Cody Gakpo. Man City are in talks for Gakpo. Stefan Bajcetic is closing in on a move away from Liverpool, with reports in Spain saying the player is set to join Celta Vigo in a deal worth just £1.2m. Liverpool will retain a buy-back clause.
Chelsea and Man Utd latest
Enzo Fernandez may have already played his last game for Chelsea, with Monaco's Lamine Camara on the Blues' shortlist as they look to wrap up a deal for Honest Ahanor before loaning him out. Chelsea have also signed Emi Martinez.
Man United have confirmed two deals as they continue to target a left-back. Carlos Baleba was introduced to Old Trafford today before Man United's defeat of Ipswich. Michael Carrick has suggested Manchester United have more business to do before the transfer deadline.
United have spent heavily so far this summer, overhauling the midfield with the additions of Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and, most recently Carlos Baleba. The transfer window will not close until 11pm BST on Tuesday night, and while Carrick admits he is pleased with United's signings so far, he seemed to hint there could be more incomings on the way. “You're always looking for more if you can do something else and make the most of the situation,” he told Sky Sports.
Tottenham and Everton in talks over shock double transfer
Tottenham are interested in signing Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye, with Richarlison set to head in the opposite direction. Standard Sport understands that the two deals are separate, with both players keen to explore opportunities elsewhere. Nothing is yet finalised at this stage but there is interest from both clubs to get a deal done before next Tuesday's deadline.
Everton are pushing to sign Folarin Balogun and have reportedly agreed personal terms with the player. Per reports in Italy, the Toffees have lodged a €18m (£15.4m) bid for his services.
Sunderland have opened talks to sign Tottenham's Kevin Danso. Per BBC Sport, the Black Cats saw a loan offer for the full-back rejected last week. They are now looking at a permanent move, though, with talks progressing but no agreement thought to be close. With that said, personal terms are not thought to be an issue for the player.
Southampton and Aston Villa are close to agreeing a deal for the transfer of Taylor Harwood-Bellis. The young centre-back is reported by The Athletic to be moving for around £30m, with a deal down to the final details.
The 2026 summer transfer window closes on Tuesday, September 1, at 11pm BST. It is a return to a more traditional closing time, after the last two summer windows shut at 7pm. Should any potential transfers go right down to the wire, though, clubs can submit a 'deal sheet', a form which if completed in time, can give clubs a few extra hours to exchange documents and get their purchases over the line.
