Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Liverpool line up bid for PSG's Bradley Barcola as Alexander Isak alternative

Ugochukwu leaves Chelsea to join Burnley

Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has completed a permanent transfer to Burnley, the Blues confirmed on Wednesday. The official statement from the club read: "Midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu has completed a permanent transfer to fellow Premier League club Burnley."

Man Utd approach Brighton over ambitious Baleba transfer

According to journalist Martin Camus, Manchester United have shown strong interest in signing Cameroon international Baleba from Brighton and have contacted their Premier League rivals. The report adds that the Seagulls have agreed to open initial talks, but the 21-year-old is likely to cost around €100 million (£87m/$116m).

The Athletic, on the other hand, claims that it is unlikely that Brighton will agree to sell Baleba, whose current deal runs until 2028 with an option to extend by a year. The move could also be unrealistic for the Red Devils, who are close to finalising a big-money move for RB Leipzig's star forward Sesko.

Whitecaps finalize Muller deal as Bayern legend joins MLS

The Vancouver Whitecaps have officially signed Bayern Munich and Germany legend Thomas Muller, 35, to a contract as a free agent. To secure the signing, Vancouver acquired Muller's Discovery priority rights from FC Cincinnati for up to $400,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM). It includes $300k in 2025 and 2026, as well as $100k conditional GAM.

Grealish snubs Mourinho! Audacious Fenerbahce move rejected

According to the Daily Mail, Jack Grealish has reportedly rejected an audacious approach from Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce as Everton step up their pursuit of the out-of-favour Manchester City star.

Newcastle consider surprise move for Aston Villa star

According to the Daily Mail, Newcastle United are considering a move for Aston Villa captain John McGinn. The 30-year-old is high on the Magpies' list of targets, with Eddie Howe's side admiring the midfielder's 'reliability and character'.

Nunez close to joining Al-Hilal from Liverpool

According to Fabrizio Romano, Al-Hilal are closing in on signing Darwin Nunez from Liverpool on a three-year deal. The Saudi Pro League giants will pay €53m plus add-ons to the Reds. Talks are in advanced stages now and the striker will undergo medical in a few days.

Son leaves Spurs to join LAFC

Tottenham Hotspur legend Heung-min Son has left the club to complete a permanent transfer to MLS side LAFC, the North London club confirmed on Wednesday.

On Son's departure, Spurs chairman Daniel Levy said: "Sonny is one of the greatest players to ever wear the famous Lilywhite shirt and he has been a joy to watch over the past decade. Not only is he a wonderfully gifted footballer, but he's also an incredible human being who has touched hearts and inspired people throughout the Club and all over the world. The Europa League triumph in Bilbao was a truly magical moment in the Club's history and Sonny lifting the trophy is a perfect lasting memory from his fantastic decade at Tottenham Hotspur. Sonny has given so much to this Club, both on and off the pitch, and for that we are forever grateful. We wish him all the best for the future, and he will always be welcome back at the Club as a beloved and cherished member of our Spurs family."

Liverpool eye Barcola move as Isak alternative

According to L'Equipe, Liverpool are ready to reignite their interest in Bradley Barcola, who is a long-term target, as they continue to face difficulties in their pursuit of Alexander Isak. Their bid for the Newcastle star has been rejected, and both the PSG star and Real Madrid's Rodrygo are seen as potential alternatives.

Liverpool have already spent almost £300 million ($400m) this summer, as they have signed Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong. A deal to land Barcola would reportedly cost around €100m (£133.5m) in addition to what has already gone out of the Reds' account, but the Anfield club is supposedly ready to make a bid.

Chelsea's Guiu joins Sunderland on loan

Chelsea forward Marc Guiu has formally left the club to join newly promoted Premier League side Sunderland on a season-long loan deal.

The official statement from the Blues read: "Marc Guiu has joined Sunderland on a season-long loan ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign. The striker will continue his development at the newly-promoted club to build on a positive debut season at Chelsea."

Why Juve are blocking Luiz exit despite Everton & Forest interest

Douglas Luiz has been linked with a move away from Turin since the start of the summer transfer window after a forgetful debut campaign with the Serie A outfit. Premier League clubs like Everton and Forest have shown an interest in signing the Brazil international, but Juventus are unwilling to let the out-of-favour star leave on loan, according to the Daily Mail.