Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Antony's Real Betis move is OFF after Spanish side drop bombshell statement claiming they cannot afford Man Utd winger



Posted Sunday, August 31, 2025 by Goal.com

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Antony's Real Betis move is OFF after Spanish side drop bombshell statement claiming they cannot afford Man Utd winger

Liverpool table fresh Guehi bid

According to The Athletic, Liverpool have submitted a fresh bid worth £35 million ($47m) to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. The Reds had earlier seen two bids rejected by the Eagles, but they remain hopeful that this time the offer will be accepted.

Fenerbahce eyeing move for Ederson

Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce are eyeing a move for out-of-favour Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson, according to Fabrizio Romano. Fernabahce entered the race to sign the Brazilian goalkeeper after their rivals Galatasaray saw their €10m bid rejected. In case Ederson leaves, Donnarumma will move to Etihad Stadium.

Chelsea make €40m bid to sign Barcelona's Fermin

Chelsea are waiting to hear whether their offer has been accepted by the Spanish champions, according to Fabrizio Romano. The report states that Barcelona are not actively looking to sell Fermin Lopez, 22, and so a deal will depend on whether the midfielder wants to push for a move to Stamford Bridge.

Bayern chief opens up on failed Jackson transfer

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has claimed their pursuit of the striker is still on, despite Chelsea blocking the move at the last moment on Saturday.

Speaking to AZ, Eberl said: "Everyone will now revisit their network and contacts to a certain extent… then we'll see what's possible."

Chelsea sign Garnacho from Man Utd for £40m

Garnacho has signed a seven-year contract with the Blues after the two Premier League clubs agreed a deal worth a fixed £40 million fee ($54m) with a 10 per cent sell-on clause, Goal understands.

Gakpo signs new Liverpool contract

Liverpool formally announced that star forward Gakpo has signed a new long-term contract and extended his stay at Anfield. The official statement from the club read: "Cody Gakpo has signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool FC. The forward ensured he will extend his two-and-a-half-year association with the Reds into the future by putting pen to paper on the deal at the AXA Training Centre on Saturday."

Jackson move to Bayern OFF as Chelsea pull plug

Jackson, 24, had travelled to Germany after Bayern reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign the Senegal international on a season-long loan with an option to buy in a total package worth £69 million (€80m/$93.5m), according to The Athletic.

However, the report states that Chelsea have now informed Bayern they will not be proceeding with the deal after Delap, 22, sustained a hamstring injury in their 2-0 victory over Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

Palace want Gomez to replace Guehi if captain joins Liverpool

Crystal Palace are considering asking Liverpool to allow Joe Gomez, 28, to join them temporarily should they receive an offer in the region of £30 million from the Reds for Marc Guehi, according to the BBC.

Rodrygo won't make Man City or Liverpool switch before deadline
Rodrygo was strongly linked with a move away from Real Madrid in the summer transfer window after he fell out of favour under new boss Xabi Alonso.

At one point, it seemed that Rodrygo could head to the Premier League, with giants like Manchester City and Liverpool keen to add the attacker to their rosters. Franco Mastantuno's arrival at the club also meant that Rodrygo with further fall in the pecking order, however, Marca now reports that the winger has decided to stay back at the Spanish club after finally winning Xabi Alonso's trust.

Fiorentina move nears for Lamptey

Fiorentina are on the verge of finalising a permanent transfer for Brighton defender Tariq Lamptey, as revealed by Sky Sports. The Italian club have stepped up their pursuit of the 24-year-old as they look to strengthen their options at right-back.

Lamptey signed a short extension with the Seagulls in June, tying him down for another year. That agreement now ensures Brighton will secure a transfer fee for the player rather than risk losing him for nothing at the end of the season.

Hojlund Set for Napoli medical

Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund is closing in on a move to Serie A, with his arrival in Rome scheduled for Saturday, ahead of completing a transfer to Napoli, according to Sky Sports. He will undergo medical tests on Sunday before signing an agreement that will see him join on an initial loan. The deal includes a conditional purchase obligation, which will automatically activate if Napoli secure Champions League qualification this season. The agreement is valued at up to £43 million, combining a loan payment exceeding £5m (€6m) and a permanent transfer fee of £38m (€44m).

Chelsea fans urge club to cancel Jackson's loan after Delap blow

Chelsea fans have urged the club to cancel Nicolas Jackson's impending loan to Bayern Munich after striker Liam Delap went off injured against Fulham.

Nkunku completes Milan switch in deal worth €42m

Christopher Nkunku has officially joined AC Milan from Chelsea for a permanent fee of €42 million (£36.2m/$49m). The French forward has signed a five-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2030.

Hojlund in line to join McTominay at Napoli

Rasmus Hojlund could reportedly join Scott McTominay at Napoli after Manchester United agreed a deal with the Serie A giants. The deal is said to involve a season-long loan, with a €44million (£38m/$51.4m) obligation to buy, coupled with a loan fee, should Napoli secure Champions League qualification.

Mainoo set to double down & demand move away from Man Utd

Kobbie Mainoo’s future at Manchester United remains uncertain, with the 20-year-old midfielder determined to secure a loan move away from Old Trafford, despite the club's insistence that he stay and fight for his place.

Onana OUT? Man Utd growing 'uneasy' with goalkeeping situation

Manchester United's squad are reportedly growing 'uneasy' about the club's goalkeeping situation amid Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir's struggles.

Jackson vs Kane? Bayern agree loan move for Chelsea outcast

Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson is reportedly set to join Bayern Munich on a season-long loan.

Strasbourg target Chelsea outcast Chilwell

Chelsea outcast Ben Chilwell has reportedly emerged as a target for French side Strasbourg in another possible BlueCo deal.

Betis confirm Antony transfer is OFF unless Man Utd pay exit fee

Real Betis have put out a statement confirming that they have pulled out of Antony transfer unless Manchester United shell out an exit fee or the player lowers his salary demands.

'Silence was enough' - Oxlade-Chamberlain opens up on Liverpool exit

Former Premier League star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has opened up on his disappointing departure from Liverpool. The 32-year-old claims he was told he'd be leaving the club just three days before it was officially announced to the public. He wanted things to be handled a bit better.

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