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Ndiaye dodged a massive bullet as City beat Spurs to Everton star

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

Nunez slams Hilal 'nightmare' after Diriyah move

Darwin Nunez has finally broken his silence on a turbulent period in Saudi Arabia, describing his final months at Al-Hilal as a situation he wouldn't wish on any fellow professional. The Uruguayan striker looks to have turned a corner after securing a temporary move away from the Riyadh giants to find regular first-team football.

Retirement looming? Benzema leaves Al Hilal after contract termination

Karim Benzema’s adventure in the Saudi Pro League has come to an abrupt and unexpected end, with Al-Hilal confirming the termination of his contract by mutual consent on Monday. The former Real Madrid icon and 2022 Ballon d’Or winner leaves the Riyadh giants after just six months, casting serious doubt over whether he will continue his professional playing career.

Barca starlet heads to Saudi Arabia with buy-back secured

Barcelona winger Lovro Chelfi is on the verge of joining Saudi Pro League side Al-Diriyah on a permanent deal for a nominal fee. The Catalan giants have agreed to cash in on the 19-year-old Croatian ahead of his contract expiring in 2027 but made sure to include a buy-back clause to retain control over his future.

Japan star rejects multi-million Al-Ittihad move to stay at Frankfurt

Eintracht Frankfurt winger Ritsu Doan has dramatically called off a €17 million transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad. The 28-year-old Japan international rejected personal terms at the final hurdle and has returned to Germany, opting to continue his career in the Bundesliga.

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Watkins bids farewell to Aston Villa after Al-Hilal move

Ollie Watkins has officially brought his storied six-year spell at Aston Villa to an end after completing a permanent move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The England international leaves the West Midlands as the club's record Premier League goalscorer in a deal worth a reported £51m, with Watkins taking the time to bid an emotional farewell to Villa fans in a heartfelt message.