Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Juventus want Sancho in Turin

Posted Saturday, August 24, 2024 by Goal.com

Scottish record deal?! Brighton set to sign O'Riley from Celtic

Brighton & Hove Albion have reached an agreement in principle with Celtic to secure the services of Matt O’Riley, according to Sky Sports.

The 23-year-old midfielder is poised to make a move south of the border in what is expected to be a record-breaking transfer for Scottish football. While the final terms of the deal are still being ironed out, there is growing optimism from both clubs that the transfer will be officially completed by the weekend.

Arsenal agree loan exit for Vieira due to Merino arrival

Arsenal have reportedly agreed on a loan deal for Fabio Vieira with Porto to free up squad space in time for Mikel Merino's arrival.

Leicester sign Ayew from Palace

Leicester City have signed Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew for £5m which could rise to £7.5m depending on various performance-related add-ons.

Lukaku finally on the move! Napoli and Chelsea reach agreement

Napoli have tabled a fresh bid for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, worth over €30 million (£25m/$33.5m) which has been accepted by the Blues.

Fulham complete Andersen signing

Joachim Andersen has returned to Fulham after spending the 2020/21 season on loan with the Cottagers.

He said: "It’s really nice to be here. Feels a little bit like coming home, so it’s a good feeling. Of course, I know the Club, I know how Fulham are playing, I know many players, I know some staff, so I didn’t need anyone to convince me because I knew a lot of things already.

“I had some good talks with the Manager. I know the playing style he likes to play, so it was just a decision I needed to make myself, with my wife and family, and see what’s the best for me, and I think this is a good step for my career.”

Juventus want Sancho in Turin

Juventus have emerged as the most likely destination for Jadon Sancho and the Bianconeri have already begun negotiations for the English star with Manchester United.

Omorodion offered to Villa by Atletico

Atletico Madrid have reportedly offered Samu Omorodion to Aston Villa after his Chelsea transfer fell through.

Salvation for Ramsdale? New club joins race for goalkeeper

Aaron Ramsdale could be heading out of the Emirates as the Arsenal outcast is reportedly on the wish list of Southampton.

Gallagher gets No.4 at Atletico

Conor Gallagher will don No.4 at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish club have confirmed.

He used to have No.23 at his back for Chelsea.

Guardiola feels 'attached' to Chelsea outcast Sterling

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has responded to claims he could bring Chelsea outcast Raheem Sterling back to the Etihad Stadium.

When asked whether Sterling could return to Manchester City, Guardiola responded: "He's a Chelsea player, absolutely. I feel so attached to the time we lived together with Raheem [Sterling]."

Eddie Howe downplays Kieran Trippier speculation

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has downplayed speculation linking Kieran Trippier with a departure.

"The situation is business as usual," Howe said. "Tripps has trained really well this week. I'm surprised at a lot of the stories that have come out. A valuable member of the squad, his professionalism has been first-class. He has only had two weeks' training, hence the reason not to start him at the weekend and Tino's had a really good pre-season. He's valued by all of us."

Liverpool to make mammoth bid for Jarrad Branthwaite

Liverpool are reportedly set to make a massive first bid for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite.

The Sun claim that Liverpool have prepared a mammoth offer worth £63 million ($82.7m) plus £7 million ($9.1m) in add-ons to try and sign the centre-back from their Merseyside rivals. The highly-rated 22-year-old has been a major target for Manchester United, who have had two bids rejected by the Toffees, with the latest offer reported to be around £50 million ($65.6m).

Ilkay Gundogan rejoins Man City from Barcelona

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Ilkay Gundogan on a free transfer, bringing him back from Barcelona just a year after he left.

The Germany international left City at the end of the 2022-23 season, opting to join Barcelona instead of extending his stay with the Premier League champions. However, Pep Guardiola's team have snapped him up again on a free transfer, committing him to a one-year contract.