Atlanta United, Stade Rennes and Breel Embolo
Monday

Atlanta United are finalising a deal to sign Switzerland forward Breel Embolo from Stade Rennes for around $18m. The 29-year-old is intended as Atlanta’s marquee striker addition after the club’s previous major investment in Emmanuel Latte Lath failed to deliver.

The reported fee would place Embolo among the five most expensive signings in MLS history. He scored 10 goals and supplied three assists for Rennes last season as Atlanta continue an extensive roster overhaul under head coach Tata Martino.

Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus and Guglielmo Vicario
Monday

Tottenham have accepted Juventus’ loan offer for goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, with a non-mandatory £8.6m purchase option included. The 29-year-old Italy international is set to travel to Turin after losing his starting position under Roberto de Zerbi.

Juventus moved for Vicario after negotiations for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez collapsed. Tottenham have committed to Antonin Kinsky as first choice and added Martin Dubravka for competition, creating a clear route for Vicario to return to Serie A.

Manchester City, Lille and Ayyoub Bouaddi
Sunday

Manchester City are in advanced negotiations with Lille for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi after agreeing personal terms with the 18-year-old. Talks are reportedly centred around an €80m transfer as City prepare for Rodri’s expected departure to Barcelona.

Bouaddi emerged as one of Morocco’s standout players at the World Cup and City want him immediately rather than in a future window. Enzo Maresca confirmed further signings are planned, while Lille have lowered discussions from an earlier valuation near €100m.

Barcelona, Manchester City and Rodri
Sunday

Barcelona and Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle for Rodri after multiple rejected bids. The package is worth up to €76.5m, with the Spain midfielder expected to sign a four-year contract and travel for his medical.

The agreement is a major reversal from City’s rejection of Barcelona’s third proposal only a day earlier. Rodri had one year remaining on his contract and preferred Barcelona, allowing the Spanish champions to finally bridge City’s valuation before the deadline.

Juventus, Aston Villa and Emiliano Martinez
Sunday

Juventus have ended negotiations to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after the clubs failed to agree a transfer fee. The Italian side considered Villa’s demands too high despite previously improving their proposal for the Argentina international.

The collapse reverses a deal that had appeared to be narrowing toward agreement after Juventus raised their offer. Juventus are now pursuing Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, while Martinez faces fresh competition at Villa following the agreement for Zion Suzuki.

Juventus, Aston Villa and Emiliano Martinez
Sunday

Juventus have submitted an improved offer for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez worth up to €10m. The proposal contains €7m guaranteed and €3m in add-ons, while Villa are seeking the full €10m as a fixed payment for the Argentina international.

The gap between the clubs is narrowing and personal terms are not expected to be a problem. Villa’s agreement for Zion Suzuki creates a clearer route for Martinez to leave after helping the club win the Europa League last season.

Borussia Dortmund, PSV Eindhoven and Joey Veerman
Sunday

Borussia Dortmund have decided to trigger the €22m release clause in PSV midfielder Joey Veerman’s contract. The 27-year-old Netherlands international is scheduled for a medical on Monday and is expected to sign a deal running through 2031 if he passes.

Veerman has openly wanted a major move after winning multiple domestic trophies with PSV, and Dortmund have now converted their interest into a concrete transfer step. Triggering the clause removes the need for further fee negotiations with the Dutch champions.

Aston Villa, Parma and Zion Suzuki
Sunday

Aston Villa have reached an agreement to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in a deal worth an initial €30m plus up to €5m in add-ons. The Japan international agreed a five-year contract after his proposed move to Paris Saint-Germain collapsed.

Villa moved quickly after PSG withdrew over late commission demands and have begun exchanging documents with Parma. Suzuki’s arrival could also accelerate Emiliano Martinez’s departure, with Juventus continuing negotiations for Argentina’s first-choice goalkeeper before the transfer window closes.

Bayern Munich, Joao Palhinha, Aston Villa and Newcastle United
Sunday

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl says the club could accept a loan deal for Joao Palhinha if the financial package is strong enough. His comments clarify Bayern’s position after Aston Villa failed to reach an agreement for the Portugal midfielder.

Eberl said any move must work for Bayern, Palhinha and the buying club, leaving several structures possible rather than requiring an outright sale. Newcastle have now emerged as another interested Premier League club as Bayern seek a suitable exit.

Coventry City, Nottingham Forest and Taiwo Awoniyi
Sunday

Coventry City have agreed a deal worth about £17m for Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi. The 29-year-old Nigeria international is expected to complete the move before Coventry begin their first Premier League campaign in 25 years against Arsenal.

Awoniyi has fallen behind Chris Wood and Igor Jesus at Forest after scoring 23 goals in 103 appearances. Coventry need another striker with Haji Wright injured, making the former Forest record signing an important addition before their top-flight return.