Alejandro Balde, Barcelona and Manchester United
26 August 2026

Alejandro Balde has told Barcelona he wants to stay and fight for his place, rejecting the idea of leaving during the closing days of the transfer window. Manchester United had contacted Barcelona representatives while exploring a move for the left-back.

Balde’s decision shifts the pressure back to Barcelona after the club explored a possible sale and Hansi Flick questioned his focus. The reporting says nothing is expected to change before the deadline unless Barcelona receive a very large offer.

Moise Kean, Fiorentina and Como
26 August 2026

Moise Kean’s relationship with Fiorentina has deteriorated sharply after the striker arrived late for training and refused to take the pitch with his team-mates. Como have offered €35 million plus €5 million in bonuses for the Italy international.

Kean had also refused to start against Roma despite being selected, intensifying the dispute. Fiorentina are assessing Como’s €40 million package but want to secure a replacement before approving any transfer for the striker, who is contracted until 2029.

Jaouen Hadjam, Brighton and Young Boys
26 August 2026

Brighton have completed the signing of Algeria left-back Jaouen Hadjam from Young Boys for about £9.5 million. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract after making 98 competitive appearances during his spell with the Swiss club.

Brighton described Hadjam as a modern full-back suited to Fabian Hurzeler’s system. His arrival adds depth and competition on the left side after he produced 13 direct goal contributions across 73 Swiss Super League appearances for Young Boys.

Nathan Saliba, Villarreal and Anderlecht
26 August 2026

Villarreal have completed the signing of Canada midfielder Nathan Saliba from Anderlecht for a reported €15 million. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract running until June 2031 and will join the Spanish club for their Champions League campaign.

Saliba arrives after making 50 appearances and scoring five goals for Anderlecht. He described the transfer as a major career step and said playing Champions League football was a dream, joining Canadian team-mates already at Villarreal.

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.