Igor Paixao, Sunderland and Marseille
26 August 2026

Sunderland have submitted a bid to Marseille for Brazilian winger Igor Paixao, but the French club rejected the offer immediately. The amount was not disclosed, although Paixao is described as Sunderland’s top target for strengthening their wide attacking options.

Marseille remain under financial pressure and could still sell players before the deadline. A future Paixao transfer would also benefit Feyenoord, which negotiated a 30 percent sell-on clause on any profit when selling him to Marseille in 2025.

Dominik Livakovic, Barcelona and Fenerbahce
26 August 2026

Barcelona are set to sign Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic from Fenerbahce, with the 31-year-old arriving in Barcelona ahead of a medical. He is expected to provide competition for Joan Garcia alongside Wojciech Szczesny in the goalkeeping group.

Livakovic would become Barcelona’s sixth signing of the window if the medical and remaining formalities are completed. The move follows Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s season-long loan to Ajax and gives Barcelona another experienced option before the transfer deadline.

Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manchester City and Lille
26 August 2026

Manchester City have signed 18-year-old Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for £85.6 million, making him the Premier League’s most expensive teenager. He signed a five-year contract, with City paying £81.4 million upfront plus £4.2 million in add-ons.

City moved for Bouaddi after major midfield departures including Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders. He joins fellow summer recruit Elliot Anderson in a rebuilt midfield after making 96 Lille appearances and starting five matches during Morocco’s World Cup quarter-final run.

Nico Gonzalez, Newcastle United and Manchester City
25 August 2026

Newcastle United have agreed a £52 million deal to sign Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez, according to the supplied reporting. Newcastle will pay £48 million initially, with another £4 million available through potential add-ons in the deal.

Gonzalez had earlier indicated he wanted to remain at City but has now accepted Newcastle’s offer. He leaves after 18 months and 59 appearances, giving Newcastle another central midfield option after several major departures this summer.

Breel Embolo, Atlanta United and Rennes
25 August 2026

Atlanta United have signed Switzerland striker Breel Embolo from Rennes for a reported $18 million. The 29-year-old chose the MLS move despite late interest from Ipswich Town and is awaiting his work visa before joining team training.

Embolo said he viewed the transfer as a new start and had given Atlanta his word early in the process. His arrival brings an experienced World Cup forward to MLS after he scored twice during Switzerland’s run to the quarter-finals.

Kamil Grabara and Juventus
25 August 2026

Juventus have officially announced the signing of Polish goalkeeper Kamil Grabara. The new arrival immediately addressed supporters through the club’s social channels, saying he was happy to join Juventus and eager to play at the Allianz Stadium.

Former Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny publicly welcomed his compatriot and described Grabara as Poland’s best goalkeeper. The announcement confirms another senior addition for Juventus, although the supplied article does not provide the transfer fee or contract length.

Yankuba Minteh, Liverpool and Brighton
25 August 2026

Brighton have rejected Liverpool bids of £50 million and £60 million for winger Yankuba Minteh. Liverpool have prioritised strengthening their wide attacking positions and continue to target the 22-year-old, although they have alternatives if no agreement is reached.

The two rejected offers turn Liverpool’s previously reported interest into a concrete transfer battle. Brighton are holding firm despite expectations that Minteh could leave, forcing Liverpool to decide whether to increase their offer before the window closes.

Liam Delap, Nottingham Forest and Chelsea
25 August 2026

Nottingham Forest have agreed a club-record deal worth around £50 million to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap. The 23-year-old is expected to undergo a medical and sign a long-term contract at the City Ground this week.

The agreement is a hard update from Forest’s earlier talks for Delap. Chelsea made him available after a season in which injuries limited his impact, while Forest are adding competition for Chris Wood and Igor Jesus.