Sunderland Prepare for Geertruida Departure as PSV Pursues

Sunderland look set to lose Lutsharel Geertruida, with PSV Eindhoven closing in on a deal for the defender. Fabrizio Romano reports that the clubs have agreed a loan with an option to buy, with that clause understood to be worth around £13million.

The Dutchman is now expected to travel for his medical and sign a long-term contract, a move that would strip the Black Cats of a key defensive asset just as the season settles into rhythm.

Everton eye Flemming after West Ham heroics

Everton have turned their attention to Burnley forward Zian Flemming.

The 25-year-old put himself firmly in the shop window on Sunday, scoring twice as the Clarets roared back from two goals down to snatch a point against West Ham. His form has not gone unnoticed outside England either, with clubs in Italy also tracking the former Millwall attacker.

Sean Dyche wants more goals and creativity. Flemming has just shown he can supply both.

Al-Hilal line up big-money move for Ollie Watkins

Al-Hilal are preparing a £38.5million bid for Aston Villa and England striker Ollie Watkins.

According to Romano, Watkins is open to the switch to Saudi Arabia, even after establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most reliable forwards. Villa have already knocked back two approaches from the Pro League side and face another decision as the money on the table rises.

Unai Emery and Villa know what losing Watkins would mean. So do Al-Hilal.

Arteta contract talks “constructive and progressive”

Arsenal chief executive Richard Garlick insists the club are calmly working towards a new deal for Mikel Arteta.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Garlick said discussions have been running “for a number of months” and described them as “very constructive and very progressive”.

“We’ve got a transfer window to navigate over the next couple of weeks, but we’ll look to conclude that as soon as we can,” he said. “He wants to be at this club, and we want him to be at the club, and I’m sure we’ll find the solution sooner rather than later.”

The message from the Emirates is clear: no panic, no drama – just a manager and club aligned on the next step.

Mehalie chase highlights Sunderland’s growing pull

Dayann Mehalie’s possible move to Sunderland underlines both the club’s ambition and the risk of disappointment.

The 20-year-old full-back shone for Toulouse in Ligue 1 last season, catching the eye across Europe with his maturity and athleticism. Sunderland are among the clubs pushing hardest, but they are far from alone.

If they land him, it’s a coup. If they don’t, it’s a reminder of the competition they now face for emerging talent.

Manchester United plan late-window double swoop

Manchester United are still planning to be busy before the window closes.

Reports suggest the club want Newcastle’s Lewis Hall as a new left-back option. Newcastle, though, are determined to keep the former Chelsea defender, and will not be easy to shift.

United are also working on signing another midfielder, with the club trying to reshape Erik ten Hag’s squad in the final stretch of the market.

Gavi snubs United to stay at Barcelona

United have already suffered one major setback.

According to the Manchester Evening News, Barcelona midfielder Gavi has rejected a move to Old Trafford. United were said to be ready to meet the £35million asking price, but the Spain international chose to remain in Catalonia.

Money was on the table. The answer was still no.

£70m price tag slapped on Iliman Ndiaye

Another United target, Iliman Ndiaye, will not come cheap.

The Times report that Everton will demand at least £70million for the forward, who is entering the final year of his contract and has been heavily linked with a move away from Goodison Park.

United are among the clubs interested, but any deal will require a major outlay for a player whose stock has never been higher.

Garlick: Arsenal only shopping for “dial changers”

Garlick also lifted the lid on Arsenal’s transfer strategy, making it clear the club are now hunting game-changers, not squad fillers.

“It’s players that are going to take Arsenal forward,” he said. “In the past we’ve looked at players that maybe helped build out the squad or get us to a certain level, but now we’re competing right at the top level, and we do need to bring in players that are going to change the dial.”

The Gunners have already swung for the fences with ambitious moves for Vinicius Junior and Julian Alvarez, only to miss out. Garlick pointed to a blend of elite signings and academy graduates as the route to staying at the summit.

Wan-Bissaka closing in on Premier League return with Villa

Aaron Wan-Bissaka is on the brink of a Premier League return, this time with Aston Villa.

West Ham have agreed to let the former Manchester United right-back leave on loan, with a mandatory purchase clause at the end of the season. Wan-Bissaka has been given the green light to head to the West Midlands for his medical.

For Villa, it’s another experienced addition to a squad built for European nights.

Saudi interest circles Harry Kane

Harry Kane has attracted interest from Saudi Arabia as he moves into the final year of his Bayern Munich contract.

talkSPORT report that Al-Hilal have held talks with the England captain’s representatives and “the door has not been shut” on a potential move. The current expectation, though, is that Kane will stay at Bayern for this season.

The conversation has started. Whether it turns into a serious tug-of-war remains to be seen.

Rodri bids emotional farewell to Manchester City

Rodri has opened up on his decision to leave Manchester City for Barcelona, stressing his enduring bond with the club he departs.

“It’s not like I miss [City] because I don’t feel like I’m leaving. I think I’m just moving to another club, but my heart will always be linked to the city and to the club,” he said.

He spoke of staying in touch with former team-mates and returning to watch games, but admitted that after seven years, “the right moment to say goodbye” had arrived.

“My heart will always be blue all my life. And they always have Rodri for anything they need,” he added.

Barcelona pay big to land Rodri

Barcelona have paid a hefty fee to secure Rodri despite the midfielder being in the final 12 months of his City deal.

The Spanish giants have agreed a fixed £60million fee, with Rodri signing on a contract worth around £11million per season. That’s more than £210,000 a week over the next four years, taking him through to 34.

It’s a statement signing, and an expensive one.

Newcastle and Forest battle for Fofana

Newcastle and Nottingham Forest are locked in a battle for AC Milan midfielder Youssouf Fofana.

Matteo Moretto reports that Newcastle have already made an enquiry after Milan informed the France international he is no longer part of their plans.

Two ambitious Premier League clubs. One available France midfielder. The race has started.

Wolves move for Cozier-Duberry

Wolves have made an enquiry for Brighton winger Amario Cozier-Duberry as they look to add more attacking spark.

Sky Sports report that the Championship side see the former Arsenal youngster as one of several options. Brighton have already rejected a £7.5million bid from Rangers, underlining how highly they rate the 19-year-old.

If Wolves want him, they will have to push harder.

Patrick Vieira takes Senegal job through to 2030

Patrick Vieira is stepping into international management for the first time after agreeing to become head coach of Senegal.

The former Premier League star takes charge immediately on a deal running to 2030, inheriting a squad that has tasted recent success in African competition and carries serious expectations.

He has little time to settle. Key competitive fixtures arrive later this autumn, and Senegal will expect to hit the ground running.

Vicario seals Juventus loan from Spurs

Guglielmo Vicario has completed his move from Tottenham to Juventus, returning to Serie A on an initial free loan.

The agreement includes an option to buy set at €8million, with a further €2million in potential add-ons. The Italian goalkeeper heads to Turin to bolster Juve’s options for the rest of the campaign.

For Spurs, it’s a reshaping of their goalkeeping department. For Vicario, it’s a fresh start in familiar territory.

Fullkrug returns to Werder Bremen from West Ham

Niclas Fullkrug is heading back to Werder Bremen, with West Ham confirming a loan deal for the 2026/27 season.

Sky in Germany report that the agreement contains an option to make the move permanent, with the 33-year-old taking a wage cut to force through his return to the Bundesliga club where he first broke through.

He remains under contract at the London Stadium until 2028, but his focus now is on reigniting his form in green and white.

Everton still hunting right-back as opener looms

Everton chief executive Angus Kinnear admits the club will not have a new right-back in place before Saturday’s Premier League opener against Crystal Palace.

Speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside, Kinnear said David Moyes will again have to improvise, praising Jake O’Brien for doing a “sterling job” filling in.

“The players we thought we had the option of are still available for us… I’m confident that we’ll bring a right-back in. It’s a position we’ve needed,” he said, while acknowledging supporter anxiety. “We are working hard to bring one in, and I’m sure we will.”

The search continues, even as the season begins.

Southampton fight to keep Leo Scienza

Southampton are battling to keep Leo Scienza as Premier League clubs circle around the Brazilian playmaker.

Saints want to hold together the core of the side that narrowly missed out on promotion last season, and Scienza is central to that plan. The 27-year-old scored seven goals and provided nine assists in the Championship, driving much of their attacking play.

But if a top-flight club arrives with a substantial offer, the equation changes. Can Southampton resist, or does Scienza become the next Championship star to step up?