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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.

Arsenal legend Martin Keown believes teenage sensation Max Dowman is developing well "ahead of schedule" and is fully primed for a breakthrough campaign in Mikel Arteta's first team. The 16-year-old made history last season during the Gunners' triumphant title run-in, with the former defender tipping the starlet to play a vital part this term.

Aston Villa have reportedly entered the race for Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo as Unai Emery looks to perform major surgery on his backline. The move comes as England international Ezri Konsa prepares to finalise a high-profile switch to Mikel Arteta's Arsenal.

Arsenal have completed the signing of England centre-back Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth up to £55 million. The 28-year-old defender has penned a four-year contract with the option for a further 12 months at the Emirates Stadium, bolstering Mikel Arteta's backline options as the reigning Premier League champions launch their title defence.