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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.

Tottenham secured a dramatic 2-1 pre-season victory over London rivals Chelsea at Accor Stadium despite playing almost the entire second half with ten men. Richarlison poked home a last-minute winner after Xabi Alonso's side had dominated the contest following Kevin Danso's controversial sending off.

Newcastle United are reportedly waiting until August 16 to submit a formal bid for Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall. The strategic delay is designed to carefully navigate UEFA's new 45-day transfer rule following Sandro Tonali's recent move to Spurs.

Intermediaries have contacted Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur about the potential transfer of Mika Godts. The 21-year-old Belgian winger is currently subject to intense interest from Paris Saint-Germain following a remarkable campaign at Ajax.