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How the PL's insane spending led to record-breaking transfer window

The 2025 summer transfer window has smashed records across global football, with Premier League clubs driving unprecedented spending. FIFA has revealed that men’s football reached an all-time high of $9.76 billion in transfer fees, while women’s football also hit a new record of $12.3m. More than 13,000 players sealed moves, underlining a frenzied market.

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Lyon target Phillips & O’Reilly after positive Man City talks

Lyon eye Kalvin Phillips and Nico O’Reilly in January as strong Manchester City ties raise hopes of fresh reinforcements after Rayan Cherki deal.

Bring me Greenwood! Ronaldo transfer request at Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly urged Al-Nassr to snap up Mason Greenwood, with Marseille still at risk of losing the ex-Manchester United forward.

Chilwell pens emotional goodbye to Chelsea after Strasbourg move

Ben Chilwell has sent an emotional goodbye message to Chelsea after completing a permanent move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. The left-back, who was part of the Blues’ Champions League-winning squad in 2021, has signed a two-year deal with the French club.

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PSG defender set to end 20-year stay amid Qatar talks

Presnel Kimpembe has no future at Paris Saint-Germain and looks set for a late transfer after garnering interest from the Middle East.

PSG & Russia star refuses to engage in Zabarnyi spat over Ukraine conflict

Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov has refused to respond to Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Illia Zabarnyi's recent comments about the Ukraine conflict.

Ex-Barca defender could retire after not playing for 20 months

Samuel Umtiti, once a World Cup-winning defender, is considering retirement as he remains without a club almost 20 months since his last match.

Donnarumma reveals true feelings on Luis Enrique after leaving PSG

Gianluigi Donnarumma has opened up on former manager Luis Enrique after being forced out of Paris Saint-Germain before joining Manchester City.

Yamal or Dembele? Kounde makes Ballon d'Or U-turn

Jules Kounde hopes the "best man wins" the Ballon d'Or when asked to pick between France team-mate Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona co-star Lamine Yamal.

Pochettino claims Mbappe's 'eyes shone' for Real throughout PSG tenure

Mauricio Pochettino has claimed that Kylian Mbappe's "eyes shone" for Real Madrid throughout his tenure as Paris Saint-Germain coach. The Argentine was in the Parc des Princes dugout when Madrid first approached the Ligue 1 giants over a transfer for Mbappe in 2022, although PSG rejected their offer at that time.

Greenwood refusing to commit to Jamaica 'at this time'

Jamaica coach Steve McClaren has revealed his disappointment after learning that Mason Greenwood is refusing to make a decision on his international future at present.

Maupay's Marseille future bleak after move to Greece collapses

Neal Maupay' efforts to secure a move away from Marseille have gone in vain with the striker's prospects under Roberto De Zerbi looking grim.

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Transfer window grades for Europe's biggest teams

Premier League sides spent big strengthening their respective squads, but neither PSG nor Barca made many moves in the market

Euro XI: Arsenal get what they deserve, VAR breaks - literally

GOAL US unpacks the main weekend storylines from the Premier League, La Liga and other top competitions in The Euro XI

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Chelsea re-sign academy star weeks after selling to Strasbourg

Chelsea have brought back academy product Ishe Samuels-Smith from sister club Strasbourg only 33 days after selling him to the French side, with the defender immediately loaned out to Swansea City.

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Lyon academy prospect arrested on suspicion of murder of 16-year-old

A Lyon academy player was arrested on suspicion of murder after a 16-year-old was fatally stabbed, sending shockwaves through French football.

Transfer grades for the 60 biggest deals of the summer

All summer long, GOAL will be handing out grades for the biggest transfers from around the world...

Top 10 free agents available outside the transfer window

The official period for doing business might be over, but there is still the opportunity to pull off a shrewd move in the free agent market

Wrexham fall short in two deadline day pursuits

Wrexham target Jordan James is set to join a rival Championship club, while Bristol City are also standing firm over Zak Vyner.

Tottenham agree surprise Kolo Muani loan deal

Tottenham have reportedly agreed on a surprise deal with Paris Saint-Germain to sign wantaway forward Randal Kolo Muani on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season. Kolo Muani, who has fallen out of favour under Luis Enrique, is desperate to move out of PSG to secure regular game time.

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Spurs in contact with PSG over unwanted striker

Tottenham Hotspur are exploring a last minute deal for PSG centre forward Randal Kolo Muani, who has become surplus to requirements at Parc des Princes.

Sunderland hijack Marseille move in €25m deal RB Leipzig star

Sunderland are set to secure the signing of Lutsharel Geertruida in a shocking transfer victory snatching the Dutch international from Marseille.

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O'Riley set to replace Rabiot at Marseille

Marseille are set to sign Matt O'Riley from Brighton as a potential replacement for Adrien Rabiot.

Ten Hag sacking ends awful week for ex-Man Utd bosses

Three former Red Devils coaches have now been fired in the space of a few days amid what was another wild week around the continent

Donnarumma to join Man City from PSG on long-term contract

Gianluigi Donnarumma is reportedly set to complete a transfer to Manchester City from Paris Saint-Germain. The Italian goalkeeper has agreed to sign a long-term deal at Etihad Stadium, and will replace Fenerbahce-bound Ederson in Pep Guardiola's squad before Monday's transfer deadline.

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Ederson set to join Fenerbahce as Man City close in on Donnarumma

Ederson has reportedly agreed a move to Turkish giants Fenerbahce, which will open the door for Gianluigi Donnarumma to complete his transfer to Manchester City from Paris Saint-Germain. Fenerbahce are set to fork out around €14 million (£12m/$16m) to sign Ederson, who is leaving City after eight trophy-laden years.