NEC Nijmegen, Porto and Gabriel Bras
Monday

NEC are closing in on Portugal youth defender Gabriel Bras on loan from Porto, with reports saying the agreement also includes an option to buy. The 22-year-old is expected to become the defensive reinforcement requested by coach Dick Schreuder.

Porto coach Francesco Farioli gave the move his approval after using Bras during preseason but deciding not to keep him permanently in the first-team squad. NEC need additional defenders after being forced to improvise during their opening league match.

Al-Ittihad, Neom and Faisal Al-Ghamdi
Monday

Al-Ittihad have agreed to loan Saudi midfielder Faisal Al-Ghamdi to newly promoted Neom for one season. The arrangement does not include a purchase option, and both clubs will share responsibility for the 24-year-old’s wages during the spell.

Neom formally requested Al-Ghamdi on 7 August and Al-Ittihad approved the move to give him regular playing time. The wage-sharing structure shows Al-Ittihad’s willingness to facilitate an exit while keeping the player’s long-term registration rights.

Tottenham Hotspur and Micky van de Ven
Monday

Micky van de Ven has officially signed a new long-term Tottenham contract after previously considering his future in north London. The Netherlands defender credited the club’s direction and remains a central part of Roberto de Zerbi’s rebuilding project.

De Zerbi’s March appointment helped convince Van de Ven to stay after uncertainty over his future. Tottenham have already spent heavily this summer, and securing the 25-year-old removes another potential departure while preserving a key leader in defence.

Alexis Sanchez and CF Montreal
Monday

Alexis Sanchez is set to join CF Montreal as a free agent and designated player, according to sources in the uploaded report. Montreal also teased the arrival of a new number 10 as the 37-year-old prepares to continue his career in MLS.

Sanchez spent last season with Sevilla, scoring four goals and providing two assists in 28 appearances. Montreal are near the bottom of the Eastern Conference and hope Chile’s record scorer can add attacking quality and commercial profile.

Liverpool, Barcelona and Ronald Araujo
Monday

Liverpool have officially signed Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan with an option to buy for around €55m. The Uruguay international took a pay cut to facilitate the move, while Liverpool will cover his wages.

Liverpool needed immediate defensive cover after Ibrahima Konate left and several centre-backs suffered injuries. Araujo can play centrally or at right-back, giving Andoni Iraola an experienced option while younger defenders continue recovering or developing this season.

Aston Villa, Bayern Munich and Joao Palhinha
Monday

Aston Villa are in talks with Bayern Munich over Portugal midfielder Joao Palhinha after Amadou Onana suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. Bayern are willing to sell the 31-year-old, who is open to Villa but has not yet decided.

Villa director Damian Vidagany confirmed discussions while stressing that no agreement exists. Tottenham declined a £26m purchase option after Palhinha’s loan last season, leaving Bayern looking for another buyer as Villa rebuild following several significant summer departures.

Al Ahly and its first-team squad
Monday

Al Ahly have officially decided not to discuss any offers for first-team players during the remainder of the summer transfer window. The Egyptian club says retaining the squad is necessary to protect stability before domestic and continental competitions begin.

The decision closes the door on reported Saudi and Turkish interest in players including Imam Ashour. Al Ahly have already made four summer signings and are prioritising continuity after ending last season without the major silverware expected by supporters.

Sassuolo, Bologna and Benjamin Dominguez
Monday

Sassuolo have reached an agreement with Bologna to sign Argentine winger Benjamin Dominguez on loan with an option to buy. Only final details remain before the 22-year-old completes the move and begins another Serie A chapter with the Neroverdi.

Dominguez leaves Bologna after two seasons, 39 appearances and three goals. Sassuolo are adding attacking depth after finishing 11th following promotion, giving the winger an opportunity for a larger role while retaining flexibility through the purchase option.

Trabzonspor, Boca Juniors and Leandro Paredes
Monday

Trabzonspor have opened initial talks over signing Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes from Boca Juniors. The Turkish club has sounded out the financial conditions of a deal, while the 32-year-old is reported to be more receptive to the move than previously.

Paredes is seeking annual wages between €6m and €7m, while Boca reportedly want around €10m to release him from a contract running through 2028. Trabzonspor hope their growing project and Mohamed Salah’s arrival can strengthen their pitch.

Wrexham, Sunderland and Anthony Patterson
Monday

Wrexham are closing in on Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson, with the 26-year-old due to undergo a medical before a proposed permanent move. The former Sunderland academy player has made 169 competitive appearances and spent last season’s second half at Millwall.

Phil Parkinson wants another goalkeeper before Wrexham’s Championship opener against Cardiff. Patterson’s arrival could also trigger a departure for Arthur Okonkwo, who has entered the final year of his contract at the Racecourse Ground this summer.