After a raft of new arrivals, the Blues and their new manager have plenty of work to do in what remains of the transfer window to cut down their bloated squad, with plenty of big-name players facing an uncertain future.
Fulham have completed the signing of Northern Ireland international midfielder Shea Charles in a deal worth up to £30m from Southampton. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract at Craven Cottage to become the most expensive player in his country's history, strengthening the squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
Ronald Araujo has wasted no time in making his mark at Anfield, revealing the deeply personal and emotional significance behind his choice of shirt number. The Uruguayan powerhouse completed a high-profile season-long loan move from Barcelona to Liverpool earlier this week, providing a major boost to the Reds' defensive options.
Aston Villa are set to receive a significant financial boost as Unai Emery's side finalise preparations for their UEFA Super Cup showdown against Paris Saint-Germain in Salzburg. The Europa League winners will pocket millions in prize money from European football's governing body, providing key funds as they seek late summer transfer deals.
Everton have officially completed the signing of Brennan Johnson from Crystal Palace on a four-year contract. The deal sees Dwight McNeil move in the opposite direction to Selhurst Park in a high-profile player swap.
Former Arsenal defender Lee Dixon believes a swap deal involving Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford and Gunners youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly makes sense for both clubs. Dixon insists Mikel Arteta would be the ideal manager to reignite the England international's career on the left flank.
Chelsea have confirmed that goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has completed a season-long loan move to Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg. The 24-year-old Danish international heads to France for the 2026-27 campaign on a straight loan deal without a purchase option, seeking regular playing time after seeing his first-team opportunities reduced at Stamford Bridge.
Andoni Iraola has arrived at Anfield with a reputation for high-intensity football that mirrors the 'heavy metal' style of the Jurgen Klopp era. We examine how the new manager might reshape his starting XI, integrating fresh tactical approaches and potential new arrivals for the 2026-27 campaign.
Lee Dixon believes Vinicius Junior may have used interest from Arsenal to secure a new contract at Real Madrid. However, the former Gunners defender insists that missing out on the Brazilian star does not hurt the club and instead sends a strong message to Premier League rivals.
Randal Kolo Muani has opened up on his difficult spell in the Premier League, admitting that his desire to return to Juventus played a significant role in his struggles at Tottenham. The French international has officially completed a high-profile move back to Turin, becoming the most expensive French player in the club's storied history.
Paul Scholes has identified two marquee targets for Manchester United ahead of the transfer deadline, including Tottenham defender Cristian Romero and Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The Old Trafford legend believes head coach Michael Carrick still requires key defensive and midfield reinforcements to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level.
Inter are heavily pursuing Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones after manager Cristian Chivu highlighted the Englishman as a priority target. With the player refusing a contract extension and eyeing a move to Italy, the Nerazzurri face a choice between paying a hefty fee now or securing him for free next year.
Harry Maguire has called on Manchester United to build on the momentum created under Michael Carrick as they prepare for their first full season under his stewardship. The defender believes the squad is well-positioned to deliver improved performances, stressing that a strong start to the campaign will be crucial to their overall ambitions.
Enzo Maresca is under no illusions regarding the scale of the task awaiting him at the Etihad Stadium as he prepares to step into the shoes of a modern-day icon manager Pep Guardiola. The Italian, who previously served as an assistant during the club's historic Treble-winning season, knows that the shadow of his predecessor will loom large over every tactical decision and result during his debut campaign.
The final days of the post-World Cup holiday period are proving to be a frantic time for two of Spain’s biggest stars as they look to secure blockbuster transfers. Ferran Torres and Rodri are currently balancing their final hours of rest with intense negotiations that could see them swap employers before they are due back at their respective training grounds.
Matty Cash has urged Aston Villa to finish off the work of last season by lifting the UEFA Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain. The defender described the Champions League holders as "the best team in the world" but insists Unai Emery's side are determined to capture another piece of silverware at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig.
Ronald Araujo has completed a high-profile loan move from Barcelona to Liverpool, seeking a fresh start in the Premier League. The Uruguayan international revealed he has already received words of encouragement from legendary compatriot Luis Suarez.
Tottenham Hotspur have secured the long-term future of Micky van de Ven, with the Dutch international officially putting pen to paper on a new contract at the North London club. The central defender has established himself as one of the Premier League's premier talents since arriving from the Bundesliga.
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