The transfer window has entered its final week as Premier League clubs scramble to complete last-minute business before Friday’s deadline.
The market closes on Friday night, and plenty of big stars are looking at uncertain futures with just days to go, including Raheem Sterling, Ivan Toney, Kieran Trippier and Ben Chilwell. Sterling, who has been cast aside by Chelsea, has been linked with Manchester United in a swap deal for winger Jadon Sancho, according to the Telegraph.
England striker Toney was not included in Brentford’s squad for the second week in a row at the weekend but interest from the Premier League has seemingly dried up, as Trippier has been linked with a move to Everton. Meanwhile, United have accepted an offer from Napoli for midfielder Scott McTominay, which could allow Erik ten Hag’s side to complete a move for PSG’s Manuel Ugarte.
Follow the latest transfer news and updates in today’s live blog
Transfer news: Chelsea interested in Sancho-Sterling swap
Raheem Sterling looks set to leave Chelsea. Jadon Sancho seemingly does not fit into Erik ten Hag’s plans at Manchester United. So could a swap deal between the clubs benefit both with just days to go before the transfer deadline?
According to the Telegraph’s Jason Burt, Chelsea are interested in exploring the option. Sancho has been linked with Juventus after he was left out of United’s squad for the second weekend in a row against Brighton on Saturday, although the 24-year-old did travel.
Sancho would fit Chelsea’s profile, but his wages at could be an issue. Sterling, however, is one of the highest earners at Stamford Bridge and Enzo Maresca has made it clear that the winger does not fit into his plans. Could Sterling find a home at Old Trafford?
Jamie Braidwood26 August 2024 08:59
Bournemouth denied dramatic Newcastle win as VAR rules out stoppage-time goal
Bournemouth were denied a dramatic victory over Newcastle by a controversial VAR decision which robbed Dango Ouattara of a late winner.
Cherries boss Andoni Iraola was furious after the stoppage-time goal was ruled out for handball, and was booked for his protests at the end of the 1-1 draw.
There was frustration for both managers, with Newcastle boss Eddie Howe still unable to gain a victory at his old stamping ground.
The Magpies, trailing to Marcus Tavernier’s first-half goal, had hauled themselves level through Anthony Gordon and pressed hard for a late winner.
But they were denied by some top-class saves from Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto before the match exploded at the other end.
Chris Wilson26 August 2024 09:50
Arsenal pass Aston Villa test and prove why they’re Manchester City’s main title rivals
Two games are no barometer of a team’s title chances but the early psychological signs are on point for Arsenal as they ended their Aston Villa hoodoo with a result the Gunners of a few years ago could not have hoped to claim.
Under a manager desperate to get one over the only club he hasn’t excelled at, Villa had the chances to make it three consecutive victories over the Gunners, to once again do damage to a title challenge when one defeat can be the difference between a first league title in 20 years and further frustration.
Yet, having weathered an almighty Villainous storm, goals from Leandro Trossard and Thomas Partey left limbs flailing everywhere in the away end at Villa Park on Saturday, signalling an ultimate statement of intent, while putting a recent, damaging run of bad luck to rest.
Chris Wilson26 August 2024 09:40
Eddie Nketiah latest
Yesterday, The Athletic’s David Ornstein reported that Nottingham Forest proposed move for Eddie Nketiah was off “after an agreement with the Arsenal striker could not be finalised”.
And the latest news is that Crystal Palace are now considering a move for the Arsenal man, who is valued around £30m.
Chris Wilson26 August 2024 09:30
Alisson reveals Liverpool contract plans amid Giorgi Mamardashvili transfer links
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker wants to prolong his Anfield career after rejecting the opportunity to move to Saudi Arabia.
The 31-year-old Brazil goalkeeper has made over 260 appearances for Liverpool since joining from Roma in the summer of 2018.
A cornerstone of the success Liverpool enjoyed under previous manager Jurgen Klopp, Alisson now plans to be part of the new Arne Slot era at Anfield.
Chris Wilson26 August 2024 09:15
Manchester United agree deal with Napoli for £25m transfer of Scott McTominay
The 2023 Serie A champions have offered a fee of around €30m (£25m) for McTominay which United have accepted – but the 27-year-old would need to agree personal terms and choose to leave Old Trafford for the move to be completed.
Jamie Braidwood26 August 2024 09:03
The obvious difference between Man Utd and Brighton spells bad news for Ten Hag
On Saturday afternoon at Brighton, there was one clear difference between the teams that led to the 2-1 final score. Fabian Hurzeler’s team kept playing to a distinctive idea, and played to win. Erik ten Hag made some reactive substitutions, and Manchester United just tried to stay in the game.
There’s obviously a lot that can be said about the reversal of history this represents, and why. It’s ultimately difficult not to put it down to basic game management.
Jamie Braidwood26 August 2024 09:01
Slot takes a back seat as Liverpool kick off new Anfield reign
An undemonstrative man stood with his hands in his pockets. Now and again, he conveyed instructions, but in an unflashy manner. There were no animated gestures, no fist pumps, no sprints along the touchline. The fourth official was not harangued, which is presumably how he prefers it.
The Arne Slot reign began at Anfield and if so far he is defined by who he is not, it is in part because Jurgen Klopp, literally and metaphorically, was such a colossal figure. But the initial impression is that there is life after Klopp.
Jamie Braidwood26 August 2024 09:00
