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RB Leipzig Complete £15m Signing of Marc Guiu From Chelsea
RB Leipzig have completed the signing of striker Marc Guiu from Chelsea for a reported £15 million , ending a two-year spell at Stamford Bridge in which he struggled to secure regular first-team football. The 20-year-old Spaniard has signed a five-year contract running until 2031 and will wear the number 9 shirt at Red Bull Arena. Guiu joined Chelsea from Barcelona in the summer of 2024, with the club paying his release clause of around €6 million, and made 29 appearances in all competitions, scoring eight goals, including six in six Conference League matches during a standout run in his first season. A loan spell at Sunderland was cut short by injury issues at his parent club. Chelsea retain a reported 20% sell-on clause as part of the deal, which was struck after what Fabrizio Romano described as "secret talks and zero links" before the move was confirmed. Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schafer praised Guiu's "intensity, tempo and incredible work-rate," adding that the club had followed his development closely since he was first on their radar during his time at Barcelona. The move gives Guiu a fresh platform in the Bundesliga, joining a Leipzig side that has also recently welcomed back fan favourite Christopher Nkunku.
Aston Villa Complete £30m Signing of Taylor Harwood-Bellis From Southampton
Aston Villa have completed the signing of centre-back Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton for a package worth £30 million , filling the gap left by Ezri Konsa's earlier move to Arsenal. The deal is structured as a £25m guaranteed fee plus £5m in add-ons. Villa had seen two earlier bids rejected before Southampton finally accepted their valuation, with Emery's side pivoting to Harwood-Bellis after learning that first-choice target Joel Ordonez would face a lengthy layoff with a foot injury. The 24-year-old had been notably absent from Southampton's recent squads amid growing speculation over his future. A Manchester City academy product, Harwood-Bellis progressed through loan spells at Blackburn, Anderlecht, Stoke and Burnley before joining Southampton for the 2023-24 season, going on to make 134 appearances and win a single England cap. He becomes Villa's ninth signing of a busy summer, completing a defensive rebuild that has also seen Leon Goretzka and Zion Suzuki arrive at Villa Park.
Jack Grealish Returns to Everton on Second Season-Long Loan From Man City
Jack Grealish is returning to Everton for a second season-long loan from Manchester City , with the deal agreed and formalities being completed on transfer deadline day. The 30-year-old spent last season on Merseyside, scoring two goals and adding six assists in 22 appearances before a stress fracture curtailed his campaign in January. Grealish remained with Everton throughout his rehabilitation, but returned to Manchester for pre-season and has made two substitute appearances for City this term, in the Community Shield defeat to Arsenal and the 2-1 win over Bournemouth on the opening weekend. The move comes at the same time as City agreed a deal worth up to £65m to sign Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, with the two transfers negotiated in parallel though confirmed as separate transactions. Grealish, a £100m signing from Aston Villa in 2021, has largely fallen out of Pep Guardiola's plans in recent seasons despite winning three Premier League titles and the Champions League during his time at the Etihad. His return gives David Moyes' side a familiar and productive attacking option back in the building, with Everton hoping for a fully fit season from the England international after last term's injury disruption.
Man City Agree £65m Deal for Everton Winger Iliman Ndiaye
Manchester City have agreed a deal worth up to £65 million for Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye , with the move having reached the medical stage as deadline day negotiations moved quickly. The package is structured as a guaranteed £60m with a further £5m available in add-ons. City's interest in Ndiaye accelerated after their pursuit of Liverpool's Cody Gakpo was scuppered when the Reds refused to sell without first securing a replacement. The Senegal international had also been in advanced talks with Tottenham before City's late intervention, dealing Spurs a significant setback in the process. Ndiaye, who joined Everton from Marseille for £15m two years ago, scored six goals for David Moyes' side last season and offers versatility across the front line as a wide forward, attacking midfielder or second striker. His departure comes on the same day Everton agreed to take Jack Grealish back on loan from City, with the two deals negotiated in parallel but confirmed as entirely separate transactions. The move would be City's fourth major addition of the summer following Elliot Anderson, Ayyoub Bouaddi and Brazilian winger Allan, continuing an aggressive rebuild under Pep Guardiola after missing out on the title last season.
Man City Agree British Record-Equalling £125m Deal for Enzo Fernandez
Manchester City have agreed a British transfer record-equalling £125 million deal with Chelsea for midfielder Enzo Fernandez , with the Argentina international given permission to undergo a medical on deadline day. The fee matches the £125m Liverpool paid Newcastle for Alexander Isak last summer and sees Chelsea turn a profit of around £18m on a player they signed from Benfica for £107m in early 2023, then a British record fee in its own right. Fernandez becomes the first footballer in history to be involved in two transfers exceeding £100 million, and only the third player in Premier League history to break the British transfer record twice, following Alan Shearer and Rio Ferdinand. The move reunites the 25-year-old with Enzo Maresca , his former Chelsea manager now in charge at the Etihad. Fernandez had made his desire to leave clear for months, and Chelsea had set an August 14 deadline for offers before City accelerated talks in the final 48 hours, ultimately paying £5m over Chelsea's £120m asking price. He was booed by Chelsea supporters in pre-season and left out of their recent Carabao Cup and Premier League squads before this move materialised. City's midfield outlay this summer now includes Elliot Anderson (£116m) and Ayyoub Bouaddi (£95m), giving Pep Guardiola one of the most expensively assembled midfields in football history heading into the new season.
Newcastle Complete £51m Signing of Matias Fernandez-Pardo From Lille
Newcastle United have completed the signing of Belgium international Matias Fernandez-Pardo from Lille, agreeing a deal worth a guaranteed €60 million (around £51m) plus add-ons on transfer deadline day. The 21-year-old has signed a five-year contract at St James' Park after travelling to Tyneside, completing his medical and putting pen to paper before the deadline. He becomes new head coach Matthias Jaissle's third major signing since arriving at the club, and Newcastle's eighth of a busy summer window that has also brought in Nico Gonzalez, Ewen Jaouen, Amar Dedic and others. Fernandez-Pardo was a standout performer for Lille last season, starting 27 of the club's 34 Ligue 1 games and scoring eight goals as they finished third and qualified for the Champions League. He made his senior debut for Belgium in June and went on to feature at this year's World Cup, having previously switched international allegiance from Spain during his youth career. Lille had pulled him from first-team training in late August after he made clear his desire to leave, with the French club holding out for a fee well above Newcastle's opening offers before an agreement was finally struck. Jaissle described the forward as "a highly technical player with explosiveness in his game" who "can score and assist" and has "the ability to take players on." His arrival is also expected to pave the way for Nick Woltemade to leave on loan, with Juventus reported to be in direct talks over the German striker.
Gabriel Jesus Completes Deadline-Day Move From Arsenal to Barcelona for £8.6m
Gabriel Jesus has completed a permanent move from Arsenal to Barcelona on transfer deadline day, ending a four-year spell in north London for a reported fee of £8.6 million (€10m) . The Brazilian has signed a contract running through June 2029 with the Spanish champions, becoming Barcelona's sixth signing of the summer following the arrivals of Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, Rodri, Joao Cancelo and Dominik Livakovic. Jesus travelled to Barcelona on Monday, completed his medical, and even watched his new side beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at Camp Nou before the formalities were finalised. Jesus leaves Arsenal having scored 32 goals in 123 appearances since his £45m move from Manchester City in 2022, including 11 goals in his debut season. Injuries limited his output in recent campaigns, and he had fallen behind Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres in Mikel Arteta's pecking order, training separately from the first team as his exit was finalised. Arsenal thanked him in a statement for his contribution over four years at the club. For Barcelona, the arrival ends their short-term search for a recognised number nine following the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres, though the club remain interested in a future move for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, who was unavailable this window. Speaking after his unveiling, Jesus said he had "always had strong faith" that a move would materialise, revealing he consulted countryman Raphinha and former Manchester City teammates Cancelo, Rodri and Eric Garcia before finalising the switch.
Raphinha and Lamine Yamal Score Twice as Barcelona Beat Rayo 5-2; Yamal Reaches 50-Goal Milestone at 19
Barcelona made it three wins from three at the start of their La Liga title defence, coming from behind to beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at Spotify Camp Nou, with Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both scoring twice. Rayo stunned the hosts inside 12 minutes when Sergio Camello beat Andreas Christensen before finishing past Joan Garcia, the first goal Barcelona had conceded in the league all season. The response was swift: Raphinha levelled in the 19th minute cutting inside Pathe Ciss, and two minutes later Yamal completed the turnaround with a thumping left-footed strike into the top corner. Florian Lejeune turned a Anthony Gordon cross into his own net early in the second half to make it 3-1, before Camello headed in his second from a corner to briefly close the gap. Raphinha restored the two-goal cushion in the 71st minute finishing off a Gordon assist, and Yamal completed his brace in stoppage time with a curling finish to seal the 5-2 scoreline. The win took Hansi Flick's side back to the top of the La Liga table on goal difference, level on points with Real Madrid after both sides made it three wins out of three to open the season. Yamal's second goal doubled as a personal milestone , taking him to 50 goals for Barcelona's first team at just 19 years old, making him the youngest player in the club's history to reach the landmark. His second strike of the night moved his tally on to 51. The teenager has now been directly involved in a string of big performances for club and country since the World Cup, cementing his status as one of the standout young talents in world football.
Bukayo Saka's Second-Half Strike Gives Arsenal 1-0 Win at Aston Villa
Arsenal made it two wins from two to open their Premier League title defence, edging past Aston Villa 1-0 at Villa Park thanks to a second-half goal from Bukayo Saka . The breakthrough came just before the hour mark in what had been a tight, cagey affair. Half-time substitute Eberechi Eze fed Riccardo Calafiori , whose low ball across goal was turned home from close range by Saka, his second goal in as many games this season. It capped a frustrating passage for Arsenal moments earlier, after they were initially awarded a penalty when Ian Maatsen appeared to foul Saka in the box, only for VAR to overturn the decision after replays showed the contact occurred outside the area. Villa, fielding debutants Zion Suzuki in goal and new signing Nicolas Jackson up front, had chances of their own. Emiliano Buendia crashed an effort against the crossbar in the first half, while Jackson later played in John McGinn, whose effort was blocked after he failed to get his shot away cleanly. Unai Emery's side pushed hard for an equaliser in the closing stages but could not find a way past a resolute Arsenal defence. The result extends Arsenal's perfect start to the season and means Mikel Arteta's side have now won their opening two league matches without conceding a goal. There was also a notable milestone off the pitch, with the match marking Arteta's 250th Premier League game in charge of the club. Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa both made their first appearances for their new clubs off the bench, with Konsa receiving a mixed reception from Villa supporters on his return to Villa Park.
Lionel Messi Retires From International Football, Citing Father's Death and Emotional World Cup Final Loss
Lionel Messi has officially announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to Argentina's most decorated career more than a month after his final appearance in the 2026 World Cup final. The 39-year-old shared the news on Instagram alongside a photo of a handwritten letter, revealing he had written the message on July 21, two days after the final, but held off announcing it. "After the time that has passed since the final, and after giving it a lot of thought, I want to announce to everyone that I am retiring from the national team," Messi wrote. "It was a decision that hurt, and still hurts deeply, but I understand that the time has come. I swear to you that I always gave it my all, not just in these last few years when we won everything, but before that too." In a footnote, Messi revealed the death of his father Jorge Messi , who passed away on August 8 at the age of 68, had strengthened his resolve. "Today, after what happened with my dad, I am even more convinced than before," he wrote. Messi leaves international football as Argentina's all-time leading scorer and the country's most successful player, having captained the side to the 2021 Copa America title, back-to-back Copa America glory in 2024, and the 2022 World Cup, ending a 36-year wait for the trophy. He added eight goals and two assists at this year's World Cup as Argentina reached the final before falling to Spain. It marks his second international retirement, having briefly stepped away in 2016 before being talked into a return weeks later. This time, with his playing career at Inter Miami still ongoing, the national team chapter appears definitively closed.
Arsenal Agree Club-Record £60m Sale of Gabriel Martinelli to Al-Hilal
Arsenal have agreed a club-record £60 million sale of Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal , with the Brazilian winger set to undergo a medical ahead of finalising the move before Tuesday's transfer deadline. The reported fee, worth around €70 million, comfortably surpasses Arsenal's previous record sale of £35 million, received from Liverpool for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain back in 2017. Al-Hilal have offered Martinelli a lucrative four-year contract worth a reported €20 million per season, with the deal said to include a penalty clause that would make the Brazilian more expensive for any European club looking to sign him before 2030. Martinelli joined Arsenal from Brazilian club Ituano as an 18-year-old in 2019 for a fee of around £6 million, initially arriving as a relative unknown before quickly establishing himself under Mikel Arteta. He went on to play a regular role in Arsenal's title-challenging sides over the following seasons, and was part of the squad that ended the club's Premier League title drought last season. Despite the affection the winger commands among supporters, his path to regular minutes had become increasingly difficult of late, with the club also chasing a marquee attacking upgrade to replace him. Martinelli's departure is expected to be followed by further outgoings before the window shuts, with Arsenal also reportedly closing in on deals to send Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona and Fabio Vieira to Hamburg. Speaking on the situation, Arteta acknowledged the ongoing conversations with players over their futures, saying such discussions go both ways. For Arsenal, the world-record fee represents a significant financial boost as they continue reshaping their attacking options for the season ahead.
Rafael Leao Completes €38m Move From AC Milan to Galatasaray
Rafael Leao has completed his move from AC Milan to Galatasaray in a deal worth €38 million , bringing an end to a seven-season spell with the Serie A giants and confirming a move that had also drawn interest from Aston Villa. The Portugal international signed a four-year contract with the Turkish champions, worth a reported €10 million per season net, with Milan retaining a 20 percent sell-on clause on any future transfer. Leao arrived in Istanbul to a warm reception from Galatasaray supporters at the airport before completing the formalities of the move, expressing his excitement to link up with fellow forwards Victor Osimhen and Leroy Sane at the four-time reigning Turkish champions, who have also secured qualification for this season's Champions League league phase. The 27-year-old leaves Milan having made 291 appearances across all competitions, scoring 80 goals and providing 65 assists since his €49.5 million move from Lille in 2019, which was a club-record fee at the time. Leao was the standout performer during Milan's Serie A title-winning campaign in 2021-22, when he was named the league's Most Valuable Player, and also helped the club reach a Champions League semi-final in 2022-23 and win the Italian Super Cup last season. His form and fitness had become increasingly inconsistent in recent seasons, however, coinciding with a broader dip in Milan's own fortunes. Aston Villa had also been in advanced talks to sign Leao towards the end of the transfer window, but were ultimately unable to match Galatasaray's financial package. The move represents a major statement of intent from Galatasaray as they prepare for another Champions League campaign, with Leao set to make his first appearance for the club against Lille, his former side, when the two teams meet in the league phase on October 21.
Calvert-Lewin's Late Header Rescues Point for Leeds in 1-1 Draw at Brentford
Dominic Calvert-Lewin rescued a point for Leeds United with a late header, cancelling out Kevin Schade's deflected effort to earn Daniel Farke's side a 1-1 draw at Brentford . Brentford controlled much of the second half and looked to have done enough when Schade struck midway through the half, his effort taking a deflection off Jaka Bijol on the way past James Trafford. But Farke's introduction of Wilfried Gnonto and Brenden Aaronson from the bench changed the game, with Gnonto's whipped cross met by a clean header from Calvert-Lewin to snatch a point in the closing stages.
Wilson Isidor's Late Goal Gives Sunderland First Win of Season, Beat Fulham 1-0
Sunderland picked up their first points of the season with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Fulham at the Stadium of Light, with substitute Wilson Isidor scoring the only goal of the game after coming off the bench. The Black Cats had lost their opening fixture at Ipswich and badly needed a response in front of their own fans. Regis Le Bris's side got exactly that, holding firm against a Fulham side who had looked sharp in attack, to claim a first win of the campaign.
Chelsea Survive Brighton Fightback to Win 4-3, Alonso's Home Debut Ends in Victory
Chelsea survived a spirited Brighton fightback to win 4-3 at Stamford Bridge, marking Xabi Alonso's first home game in charge with two wins from two to start the season. Chelsea raced into a three-goal lead inside the opening half hour through Romeo Lavia , Pedro Neto and João Pedro . Brighton hit back through Malick Yalcouyé before the break, and further pulled level in the second half when Pedro turned a Pascal Gross effort into his own net. Cole Palmer restored the two-goal cushion with a composed finish, but Brighton weren't finished — Gross headed home deep into stoppage time to complete a grandstand finish, though it was too late to deny Chelsea the win.
Bruno Fernandes Hat-Trick Fires Man United to 5-2 Comeback Win Over Ipswich
Manchester United claimed their first Premier League win of the season with a dramatic 5-2 comeback victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, inspired by a Bruno Fernandes hat-trick . Ipswich made the brighter start and stunned the hosts when Leif Davis fired home a superb finish after good work from Abdul Fatawu. United hit back before the break when a defensive slip from Marcelino Núñez let Matheus Cunha in to tee up Fernandes, who drilled home the equaliser. United took control after the restart. Harry Maguire's effort deflected in off Jacob Greaves for the lead, and Greaves then conceded a penalty which Fernandes confidently converted. The United captain completed his hat-trick soon after, with Ipswich unable to respond as United ran out comfortable 5-2 winners to open their account for the season.
Tottenham Agree Ndiaye Deal as Richarlison Set for Everton Return in Separate Transfers
Tottenham and Everton have reached agreements in principle for two separate transfers that will see Iliman Ndiaye head to north London while Richarlison makes a return to Merseyside, according to widely reported transfer news. Spurs moved quickly after missing out on Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, who opted for a move to Manchester City instead, turning their attention to Ndiaye as an alternative attacking option. The Senegal international has rejected multiple contract extension offers from Everton over the past year, and his want-away stance left the Toffees with little choice but to negotiate an exit. Ndiaye scored 17 goals in 73 appearances since joining Everton from Marseille in 2024, and featured for the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth before the move gathered pace. Going the other way, Richarlison is poised to return to Everton, the club where he spent four productive years between 2018 and 2022 before his £60 million move to Tottenham. The Brazilian was left out entirely from Spurs' matchday squad for Saturday's 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi confirming afterwards that the forward had made his desire to leave clear on multiple occasions. Richarlison scored 32 goals in 134 appearances during his time at Tottenham, but had grown increasingly frustrated with a lack of regular football. Both moves are structured as entirely separate transactions rather than a formal swap deal, though they have been negotiated in tandem between the two clubs. Both deals remain subject to players agreeing personal terms and passing medicals, with all parties hopeful of completing the paperwork before Tuesday's transfer deadline. The moves come amid a difficult start to the season for Spurs, who remain winless in the Premier League, adding urgency to De Zerbi's efforts to reshape his attacking options before the window shuts.
Barcelona Agree €10m Deal to Sign Gabriel Jesus From Arsenal
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for a reported €10 million plus add-ons , with the Brazilian forward scheduled to undergo his medical on Monday ahead of finalising the move. The transfer comes as a surprise late twist in Barcelona's search for a new centre-forward, having spent much of the summer focused on a move for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, only for the Spanish club to publicly rule out any negotiation with their La Liga rivals. With Robert Lewandowski having already departed Camp Nou, Barcelona turned to Jesus as an alternative solution, moving quickly to get the deal over the line before the transfer window shuts. The reported fee represents a steep discount for Arsenal, who paid Manchester City around £45 million for Jesus back in 2022. The 29-year-old had fallen behind Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres in the pecking order at the Emirates, and had been training away from Mikel Arteta's first-team squad after being made available for transfer. Jesus scored 32 goals and provided 22 assists in 123 appearances for Arsenal across his time at the club, though injuries repeatedly disrupted his spells in north London. Arteta had hinted earlier in the week that both Jesus and fellow forward Gabriel Martinelli could depart before the deadline, as Arsenal continue to reshape their attacking options. For Barcelona, the move gives Hansi Flick a recognised alternative up front following their impressive start to the La Liga season, with the club having already beaten Elche 5-0 and Athletic Club 2-0 in their opening two fixtures. Jesus is expected to travel to Spain in the coming hours to complete the formalities of his move.
Manchester City in Talks With Liverpool Over £85m Cody Gakpo Deal
Manchester City have made formal contact with Liverpool over a proposed £85 million deal for forward Cody Gakpo , with the Dutchman reported to have already agreed personal terms on a move to the Etihad Stadium. Talks between the two clubs picked up steam over the weekend, with Liverpool valuing Gakpo at around £85 million, roughly double the £37 million they paid PSV Eindhoven to sign him back in January 2023. City are believed to have moved decisively after Gakpo, who had also attracted interest from Tottenham, opted to pursue a move to the Etihad instead. Sources indicate City are preparing to table their full package imminently, with the deal advancing rapidly in the closing days of the window. Liverpool's willingness to sanction the sale hinges on their ability to bring in further attacking reinforcements before Tuesday's deadline. The club have already all but completed a deal worth up to £123 million for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, and remain in the market for another wide option, having seen a £50 million bid for Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr rejected and pulled out of a pursuit of Brighton's Yankuba Minteh after the Seagulls demanded £80 million. Gakpo started Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest at the weekend and set up Alexander Isak's equaliser, but head coach Andoni Iraola remained non-committal when asked about the winger's future afterwards, saying only that he expected clarity on his squad once the transfer deadline had passed. With Hugo Ekitike sidelined until 2027 through a ruptured Achilles and Isak still finding full fitness, Liverpool face a delicate balancing act between cashing in on Gakpo and maintaining sufficient attacking depth for the season ahead.
Chelsea Complete £7.5m Signing of Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez From Aston Villa
Chelsea have officially completed the signing of goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa on a three-year deal, in a transfer worth a reported £7.5 million , a day before the summer window closes. The 33-year-old Argentina international joins after six years at Villa Park, during which he made 256 appearances, won the UEFA Europa League last season, and established himself as one of the Premier League's leading shot-stoppers. Martinez's exit was set in motion after Villa signed Japan international Zion Suzuki from Parma earlier this month, paving the way for the veteran's departure. He becomes the second player to move between the two clubs this summer, following Nicolas Jackson's switch from Chelsea to Villa on Friday. "I'm delighted to be at this football club," Martinez said in a statement. "Coming to Chelsea, for me and my family, was an easy decision to make and I'm just over the moon. I want to be successful here. I'm someone who wants to win at everything I do, and I want to bring that here because it's a football club that wins titles, so I think it's a good match." Martinez arrives with a decorated international career, having won the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina, back-to-back Copa America titles in 2021 and 2024, and twice being named the world's best goalkeeper, picking up successive Yashin Trophies in 2023 and 2024. He also played a key role as Argentina reached the final of the 2026 World Cup before losing to Spain. At Chelsea, he is set to compete directly with Robert Sanchez, whose place had come under scrutiny following a shaky performance in the 3-2 opening-day win over Fulham, giving head coach Xabi Alonso a genuine selection dilemma in goal heading into the new season.
Fulham Close In on Ratiu, Tottenham Reject Sunderland Loan Bid for Danso
With the transfer deadline just days away, two Premier League clubs made headlines on separate deals involving defenders on Saturday. Fulham are in advanced talks with Spanish side Rayo Vallecano over a move for right-back Andrei Ratiu . According to reports from journalist Matteo Moretto, personal terms are already agreed between the Romania international and Fulham, and the player is fully open to making the move to the Premier League. The only thing left to sort out is the transfer fee between the two clubs. Ratiu has a release clause of around €25 million, but Rayo Vallecano are said to want the full amount rather than a lower fee, so there is still work to do before the deal can be completed. The 28-year-old has been a regular for Rayo since joining in 2023 and was previously linked with a move to Tottenham last summer, though that deal fell through. Tottenham , meanwhile, have turned down a loan approach from Sunderland for centre-back Kevin Danso . The Black Cats made a season-long loan offer for the 27-year-old Austria international, but Spurs said no. Danso only just made his first appearance of the season this week, coming off the bench in the Carabao Cup win over Charlton, where he also scored his first goal for the club. However, with new signings Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke arriving this summer, and Micky van de Ven now club captain, Danso finds himself down the pecking order at centre-back. Reports suggest his representatives have also been speaking with Aston Villa about a possible move there instead, so his Tottenham future still remains uncertain with the deadline fast approaching.
William Osula Faces Weeks Out With Foot Injury After Liverpool Draw
Newcastle United will be without striker William Osula for the next few weeks after he picked up a foot injury during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Liverpool. Osula started up front and had a strong game, setting up Anthony Elanga for the opening goal inside the first five minutes. But he took a knock in a collision with Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk, and it soon became clear he was struggling. He tried to carry on, hobbling around the pitch for a while, before the pain became too much and he was substituted just after half-time. Head coach Matthias Jaissle confirmed that scans have ruled out the worst outcome, a broken foot. But he stopped short of giving an exact return date, as Osula still needs further tests. Asked if the striker would miss around two weeks, Jaissle simply said, "Yeah, most likely." Osula missed Newcastle's midweek match against West Brom because of the injury, with 19-year-old Sean Neave drafted into the squad in his place. Newcastle won that game 3-2. With Osula out, the main striking duties are expected to fall on Yoane Wissa , though Nick Woltemade also offers an option up front. The injury is a blow for Newcastle, who have already dealt with several fitness problems just one week into the new Premier League season. Osula was a key attacking option last season, scoring nine goals, and Jaissle will be hoping to have him back as soon as possible.
Munoz Rescues Point as Liverpool Draw 2-2 With Nottingham Forest, Still Winless
Liverpool remain without a Premier League win after two matches, coming from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Nottingham Forest at Anfield, with substitute-turned-starter Victor Munoz rescuing a point deep into the second half on his home debut. Dan Ndoye gave Forest a deserved lead midway through the first half, capitalising after Liverpool struggled to deal with the visitors' direct approach, with goalkeeper Alisson forced into a superb save just before the break to deny Igor Jesus doubling the advantage. Liverpool improved after the restart and drew level on the hour through Alexander Isak , who tapped home from close range after a driving run and low cross from Cody Gakpo, his first goal of the new season. Forest hit back with 20 minutes remaining when Morgan Gibbs-White converted a contentious penalty, awarded after Alisson was adjudged to have fouled Neco Williams, putting the visitors back in front and threatening to condemn Andoni Iraola to defeat in his first Anfield match in charge. But Liverpool found a way back through summer signing Victor Munoz , whose deflected strike from the edge of the box eight minutes from time squirmed beyond Forest's goalkeeper to level the score and spare the new head coach further frustration. The result means Iraola is still searching for his first win since taking over at Anfield, having also come from behind to draw 2-2 at Newcastle the previous weekend. Liverpool sit with just two points from their opening two matches, while Forest, freshly beaten twice by Leeds in Oliver Glasner's first week in interim charge, will take real encouragement from a much-improved showing on the road, picking up their first point of the new campaign in the process.
Chelsea's Mamadou Sarr Completes Season-Long Loan to Real Sociedad
Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr has completed a season-long loan move to Real Sociedad , giving the young centre-back a fresh opportunity to secure regular first-team football in La Liga. The 20-year-old Senegal international arrived in San Sebastian to undergo his medical before the move was finalised, with the loan carrying no option to buy. Sarr joined Chelsea from Strasbourg last summer in a deal worth around €14m, but featured just seven times for the Blues, including one appearance during their triumphant FIFA Club World Cup campaign, before being squeezed out by Chelsea's crowded central defensive options. With Maxence Lacroix, Levi Colwill, Jorrel Hato and Aaron Anselmino all ahead of him in Xabi Alonso's pecking order, a loan move away was seen as the best path forward for Sarr's development. Real Sociedad had also been tracking Nayef Aguerd before turning their attention to the Chelsea academy graduate, taking advantage of head coach Alonso's connections at the club to get the deal done. Sarr will now compete for a starting role at the heart of Pellegrino Matarazzo's defence, with the Basque club also able to call on him in the Europa League and Copa del Rey this season.