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A remarkable, record-breaking summer window slammed shut on Tuesday night as the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham all finalised their squads for the next few months. For the Gunners, the dream of Julian Alvarez never materialised, as Deadline Day saw outgoings and no incomings. Gabriel Martinelli’s move to Saudi Arabia is still to be confirmed.
It was a far busier, and more dramatic, day at Chelsea, who sold Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for a British-record-equalling £125million. A fee was agreed to make Lamine Camara his replacement, but Monaco pulled the plug to leave the Blues furious. Florian Balogun’s move to Everton from Monaco also collapsed, despite the Ligue 1 side needing money.
Tottenham saw Iliman Ndiaye move to Man City, but snapped up Chelsea pair Mykhailo Mudryk, on loan, and Tosin Adarabioyo, for £12m. Liverpool the day earlier signed Bradley Barcola for £123m and felt their business was done. It was a very busy day at Crystal Palace, despite missing out on Fofana. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Chelsea target Scott
Alex Scott is set to be next summer’s hottest property - after Bournemouth blocked his departure in this transfer window.
According to the Mirror, Chelsea made a last-gasp effort to sign the midfielder having already had a £64m bid turned down earlier in the summer.
The Blues made Scott their No1 target to replace Enzo Fernandez but Bournemouth were adamant they would not sell any of their prized assets.
Timber brothers reunited after Palace transfer
Nice touch from Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber.
Bailey leaves Aston Villa
The transfers keep coming as Leon Bailey has become the latest player to leave Aston Villa this summer, joining Olympiacos on a permanent deal.
A statement reads: “Aston Villa can confirm that Leon Bailey has completed a permanent transfer to Olympiacos.
“An exciting winger, capable of both scoring and assisting, Leon was a popular figure among his teammates and around the training ground with his exuberant personality, and he leaves Aston Villa with the very best wishes of everyone at the football club.”
Man City loan out youngster
Manchester City have announced that Claudio Echeverri has joined Benfica on a season-long loan deal.
DONE DEAL! Obi seals loan move
Manchester United striker Chido Obi has agreed to join Willem II on a season-long loan.
A statement reads: “The 18-year-old is coming off the back of an impressive season with our Under-21s, scoring 15 goals in 31 appearances last term. The Denmark youth international made his senior debut for the Reds in February 2025 against Tottenham Hotspur and has since gone on to make seven further appearances for the first team, becoming our youngest-ever Premier League starter later that season against Brentford.
“He is now set to link up with the Eredivisie side to gain further senior experience.”
Liverpool parade signings
Liverpool have shown off two of their summer arrivals in Bradley Barcola and Jeremy Jacquet.
The French contingent on Merseyside just got stronger!
How close were Arsenal to signing Vinicius Junior?
He claims that contrary to reports, Arsenal never agreed personal terms with Vinicius Junior.
In addition, while the Brazilian was said to have giving a move to the Emirates serious consideration, the Gunners were informed on August 6 by Roc Nation that he would sign a new deal at Real Madrid.
Pictured: New Arsenal star jets in for medical
Andria Bartishvili has flown to London to undergo a medical and complete a move to Arsenal.
The teenager, who has agreed a transfer to north London in 2027, is currently playing for Erovnuli Liga club Iberia 1999 in his homeland, on loan from Kolkheti 1913.
The 17-year-old has reached a pre-agreement with the Premier League champions to join them once he turns 18, and he has previously been hailed as the ‘new Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’.
Chelsea confirm double deal
Chelsea have confirmed another two departures following the close of the summer transfer window.
It was a hectic Deadline Day for the Blues, who sold Enzo Fernandez for a British record-equalling fee of £125million to Manchester City, but they missed out on signing a replacement.
They had a deal in place to sign Lamine Camara from Monaco, reported previously, but complications grew after the Ligue 1 side pulled out of the agreement at the 11th hour.
