Man United could target new left-back before deadline and Rashford set to be reintegrated

“Left-back is being looked at, that’s why they enquired about Myles Lewis-Skelly, the price quoted was too high,” The Athletic’s David Ornstein tells TNT Sports.

“If a reasonable deal becomes available, they’ll do it, but I think they won’t have many more big names.

“If it’s England, it’s Man Utd, a Barcelona, Bayern, PSG… He’d have looked at that, the No 9 shirt is a show of faith.”

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Jack Rathborn22 August 2026 12:30

Owen Hargreaves bullish on Man Utd’s business this summer

“It’s very good, a 7/10, I think they could do with another body as a striker. I think the potential is there, they’re building something special. In terms of discipline in the market, the squad depth now, every position, there are good players available.

“Five good centre-backs for two positions. There’s depth everywhere. Maybe Sesko will be great, but you could do with one, an Osimhen type, but other than that, good.”

Jack Rathborn22 August 2026 12:15

Liverpool ready to walk away from Minteh negotiations?

Liverpool could walk away from Yankuba Minteh negotiations, reports The Athletic’s David Ornstein. In conversation with TNT Sports, Ornstein states that if the numbers aren’t right, and Brighton want more than £70m, despite a £60m offer rejected, then Liverpool have another target they could pivot to.

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Jack Rathborn22 August 2026 12:00

Brighton target Minteh replacement?

Brighton have been linked with Spanish winger Yeremay Hernandez, reports Marca.

The Deportivo La Coruña star scored 11 goals last term in the Segunda Division.

He’s also been part of Spain’s Under-21s.

With Yankuba Minteh linked with Liverpool and two bids rejected, with Brighton after upwards of £70m, Hernandez could unlock the Gambian’s move to Anfield.

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Jack Rathborn22 August 2026 11:45

Villa eye free transfer for Germany international

Aston Villa are looking into a move for free agent and Germany international Leon Goretzka, reports The Athletic.

Goretzka left Bayern Munich at the end of last season and could prove to be a cheap fix with Amadou Onana out long-term with an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury.

Villa did have talks with Bayern over a loan with an option for Joao Palhinha, the report adds.

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Jack Rathborn22 August 2026 11:31

Chelsea turn down Mudryk offer

Chelsea have turned down an opening loan offer for Mykhailo Mudryk from Leeds United, reports Sky Sports News.

The Ukrainian winger was recently cleared to play football again after a doping ban, and Leeds boss Daniel Farke wants to improve his attacking options before the deadline.

The first proposal was turned down but the two clubs are still in contact, with other clubs believed to be interested too.

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Chris Wilson22 August 2026 11:15

Andoni Iraola makes Liverpool transfer admission with squad ‘still quite thin’

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has claimed that the club will “definitely sign some players” before the end of the summer transfer window, with the Spaniard admitting his squad is “still quite thin” in places.

Flo Clifford22 August 2026 11:00

Unai Emery admits Ollie Watkins could be sold as Emiliano Martinez asks to leave Aston Villa

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has conceded that Ollie Watkins may become the latest high-profile departure from Villa Park this summer, while confirming that goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has requested a transfer.

Although Villa turned down four separate offers from Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal for Watkins this week, Emery refused to rule out a potential exit for the England forward, who could join Morgan Rogers, Lucas Digne and Youri Tielemans in departing the club.

With Ezri Konsa’s transfer to Arsenal confirmed on Friday afternoon, Emery acknowledged an “issue” regarding Watkins, noting that a sale remains possible if the financial conditions are suitable.

Chris Wilson22 August 2026 10:45

Transfers that could still happen: Enzo Fernandez to Man City

Chris Wilson 22 August 2026 10:30

Arsenal explore move for Kenan Yildiz after missing out on Vinicius Jr

Arteta has long identified the left side attack as a priority position to upgrade, with Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr having been the ideal target. The Brazilian’s decision to stay at the Bernabeu caused Arsenal to reconsider the situation, and some thought has been given to waiting until either January or next summer when other deals could become possible.

Miguel Delaney22 August 2026 10:15