Newcastle have agreed to sell captain Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal in a £75 million deal. The Brazilian midfielder forced the move after emotionally informing the club hierarchy that he no longer wanted to play on Tyneside.
The Manchester City talisman has rejected the chance to return to his home city and is now destined for Camp Nou in what is likely to be a cut-price deal - a damning setback for the club from the Spanish capital
Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius Junior always seemed like a stretch. It emerged in a bombshell revelation in late July that the Gunners were 'exploring' the possibility of striking a deal for the Real Madrid superstar as they seek to make a marquee left-wing signing, but those explorations ultimately came to nothing as he agreed a new contract at the Bernabeu. So, where do they turn next?
Eddie Howe is considered to be an England manager of the future, but Newcastle legend Chris Waddle has told GOAL that the former Magpies boss should be looking to move abroad for his next job. The 48-year-old has surprisingly become available, with options now being mulled over that will allow already impressive coaching credentials to be enhanced.
Rayan Ait-Nouri has expressed his determination to become a regular goalscorer for Manchester City under new manager Enzo Maresca following his first strike for the club. The Algerian international, who completed a move to the Etihad Stadium in June 2025, featured prominently during City's pre-season tour after making 31 competitive appearances last term.
Atletico Madrid have initiated negotiations to sign Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero as Diego Simeone seeks to reinforce his defensive unit. The 28-year-old Argentina international is widely expected to depart North London during the summer transfer window despite having signed a four-year contract extension at the club just last August.
Napoli are ready to shake up their attacking options this summer as Romelu Lukaku edges closer to an exit, with Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus emerging as a primary target for the Serie A giants. The Brazilian international is reportedly open to a fresh challenge away from the Premier League as the Partenopei look to rebuild their frontline under Massimiliano Allegri.
Paul Mullin is a Wrexham legend, but there is little place for sentiment in professional sport and former Red Dragons star Lee Trundle has admitted to GOAL that football can be “cruel”. More tough decisions have been made in North Wales this summer, with a promotion-winning striker that registered 110 goals for the club seeing his contract terminated by mutual consent.
Clean sheet king David Raya is being backed to make Premier League history in 2026-27, with ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Graham Stack telling GOAL why the Gunners’ No.1 is favourite for a fourth consecutive Golden Glove award. Spain international Raya has been dominating in that department, while capturing a domestic title, with a place in the record books now up for grabs.
Manchester United have confirmed that goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has left Old Trafford to join La Liga outfit Celta Vigo on a season-long loan. The Turkish international, who has struggled for consistent game time since arriving in England, heads to Spain in search of regular first-team football under Claudio Giraldez.
Arsenal have reportedly shifted their focus toward Barcelona forward Ferran Torres as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his attacking options before the transfer window slams shut. The Gunners have been forced to explore alternative targets after missing out on several high-profile names, including Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior.
Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez has dismissed summer exit speculation, insisting he is happy at the club and determined to stay. Despite falling out of favour during the second half of last season amid rumours of a midfield reshuffle, the 24-year-old expressed confidence that the hierarchy want him to remain at the Etihad Stadium.
Tottenham have ruled out selling captain Cristian Romero to north London rivals Arsenal during the summer transfer window. The Gunners eyed a shock move for the defender following William Saliba's long-term injury, but a move to Spain or Italy now appears far more likely.
Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why Manchester United need to “break the rules” when it comes to Bruno Fernandes, with it imperative that the club captain at Old Trafford commits to a new contract. The Portuguese playmaker, who made Premier League history last season, is yet to agree an extension to terms that are due to expire in the summer of 2027.
Manchester City are reportedly ready to play hardball with Barcelona after the Catalan giants made their opening move for midfield anchor Rodri. Despite the Spanish international giving the green light for a sensational return to La Liga, the two clubs remain significantly apart in their valuation of the player.
Steur has become the latest young star to make the step up from Ajax to the Premier League, completing a shock move to Tyneside having made fewer than 25 appearances for the senior team, and Dutch pundits fear he has made the jump too early - but the player has no doubt he can make an impact in England.
Manchester City have delivered their verdict on Chelsea's massive valuation of Malo Gusto as Enzo Maresca looks to raid his former club. The Blues are demanding a premium fee for the French full-back to help balance the books following a heavy summer of spending under new manager Xabi Alonso.
Brighton chief executive Paul Barber has defended the club's decision to allow veteran striker Danny Welbeck to join Chelsea on a two-year contract. The 35-year-old ended a successful six-year stint on the South Coast, where he became the club's all-time top scorer in the Premier League, after Brighton opted against matching Chelsea's contract offer.
James Trafford has completed his £45 million ($61m) transfer from Manchester City to Leeds, with Graham Stack telling GOAL why that deal makes sense despite the England hopeful “playing less and moving for more money”. The highly-rated 23-year-old goalkeeper has been on the move, with sizable fees changing hands, in three of the last four summer windows.
Yan Diomande has officially completed a sensational move to Real Madrid, ending one of the most high-profile transfer sagas of the summer. Despite heavy interest from Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, the teenage sensation opted for the bright lights of the Santiago Bernabeu over a move to Anfield.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has dramatically chosen to join Barcelona after rejecting an unrefusable contract offer from fierce rivals Real Madrid. The Spanish international is set to finalise his return to Liga this summer, with the two clubs currently negotiating a €60 million transfer fee.
Former Everton senior scout Bryan King has urged Chelsea striker Liam Delap to leave Stamford Bridge for Goodison Park this summer to rebuild his career. Following a difficult debut campaign in West London, Delap has been advised to follow the pathway carved out by Romelu Lukaku when he made a similar move early in his career.
Arsenal have sensationally entered the race for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero as Mikel Arteta looks to solve a growing defensive crisis. The Gunners have reportedly made contact with the Argentine’s representatives to explore a cross-London switch that would rock the Premier League.
The 23-cap England international finds himself at another career crossroads, having dropped into the free agency pool following an underwhelming loan stint at Aston Villa
Serie A side Bologna have turned down a €30m offer from Everton for English winger Jonathan Rowe and made it clear they are unwilling to part ways with the player this summer. The Toffees explored increasing their proposal to €35m, but the Italian club remain determined to keep hold of the 23-year-old following key squad departures.
Ally McCoist has identified Xabi Alonso’s revamped Chelsea side as the primary dark horse to challenge Arsenal for the Premier League crown this season. After the Gunners ended a 22-year drought to secure the title last term, Mikel Arteta is now focused on a historic defence aided by high-profile summer recruitment.
Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has urged new manager Xabi Alonso to replace goalkeeper Robert Sanchez ahead of the upcoming Premier League campaign. Alonso has overseen a major summer squad rebuilding process following a disappointing tenth-place finish last term, but Leboeuf insists the Spaniard must prioritise bringing in a new shot-stopper.
Manchester United have officially announced the arrival of their sixth signing of the summer transfer window as Cristian Orozco completes his move to the Premier League. The highly-rated Colombian midfielder joins the Red Devils following his 18th birthday, marking the next phase of the club's recruitment strategy.
Man City boss Enzo Maresca has reportedly set his sights on Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez as his primary target to replace the departing Rodri. The Italian tactician, who worked closely with the Argentine during his tenure at Stamford Bridge, believes the 2022 World Cup winner is the ideal candidate to anchor the Citizens' midfield.
Manchester United have implemented a significant change to their contract negotiations in a bid to fix a broken financial model that has plagued the club for a decade. The Red Devils have introduced a specific performance-related clause that prevents squad players from earning massive pay rises simply by being on the books during a successful season.
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