Jack Grealish's Manchester City future remains shrouded in doubt as the transfer window rapidly draws to a close. Despite rumours of a sensational return to Aston Villa, the winger has been warned he does not fit Unai Emery's tactical vision, leaving Everton as a potential destination.
Deadline Day is getting ever closer. Which means: the transfer carousel is really gathering pace once again. The most important news and rumours of the day at a glance.
Andoni Iraola takes charge of his first Premier League home game as Liverpool host Nottingham Forest at Anfield. Victor Munoz makes his full debut for the Reds, while Cody Gakpo starts despite ongoing speculation surrounding his future.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has demanded an immediate response from his players when they host Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. The Red Devils suffered an embarrassing 2-0 defeat away to newly promoted Hull City on the opening weekend, leaving Carrick desperate to restore momentum in front of a demanding home crowd on Sunday.
Rayan Cherki delivered a masterful performance as Manchester City cruised to a commanding 4-1 Premier League victory over Crystal Palace on Friday evening. The French playmaker scored twice to maintain Enzo Maresca's perfect start to the new season, earning high praise from his manager.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham could be set to expand his football club portfolio following reports linking him to a takeover bid for FC Nantes. The historic French side are currently in sporting disarray at the bottom of Ligue 2 after suffering relegation from the top flight.
Nottingham Forest are pursuing an ambitious move to sign Everton academy product Harrison Armstrong in a deal worth around £40 million. The East Midlands outfit are actively seeking vital midfield reinforcements for Oliver Glasner before the deadline, having identified the 19-year-old as an ideal long-term addition to their new-look squad.
Xabi Alonso has expressed his relief that Danny Welbeck will be lining up for Chelsea rather than Brighton this weekend. The veteran striker has a prolific record, and his manager has praised the immediate impact he is having at Stamford Bridge.
Two defeats at the start of the season and an apparently poisoned atmosphere between the club’s leadership and the team: Edin Terzic’s fresh start in Bilbao is proving to be more than bumpy.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has ruthlessly axed Robert Sanchez to push through a £7.5 million deal for Emiliano Martinez. The dramatic U-turn comes after Sanchez made two high-profile errors against Fulham, prompting praise from pundits who view the Argentine as a massive upgrade for the Blues.