West Ham confirm Fernandes signing
West Ham have confirmed the signing of Mateus Fernandes from Southampton.
The deal is for an initial fee £38m plus £4m in add-ons.
Fernandes said: “I’m very happy to be here. I’m very excited to play for West Ham. I think it’s a big step for me.
“It’s a big club, a massive club. The project, the stadium, the city, everything.
“I want to try to play football, enjoy football, not just run and try to score, but try to play good football.
“I think the most important thing is to try to give everything every day.”
Mike Jones29 August 2025 10:21
Tottenham are hesitant to target Morgan Rogers
Tottenham would love to sign Morgan Rogers but some figures in the hierarchy are wary of getting into another pursuit that would end up as high-profile and without success, having previously missed out on Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-White.
Villa are so far resistant to even countenancing the idea of a sale, and some sources maintain that Tottenham would not go high enough in terms of an offer to make the club reconsider.
There has been a lingering question from sources in the market over Spurs having to “learn” to do big deals again.
(Getty Images)
Mike Jones29 August 2025 10:12
The haunting Ruben Amorim image that sums up Manchester United’s deep-rooted decay
Ruben Amorim claimed he had “nothing to say”, but, in vintage fashion for such a crisis, one picture said enough.
The haunting image of the Manchester United manager looking away during the shootout, having already been playing with a tactics board, was one thing. Well, two things… and they mount up.
Miguel Delaney29 August 2025 10:00
Eddie Howe speaks out about Nick Woltemade move
Eddie Howe has revealed Newcastle’s pursuit of Nick Woltemade is progressing towards a deal with Stuttgart.
The Magpies have been searching for a replacement for Callum Wilson, who departed on a free transfer, this summer.
Alexander Isak remains away from the first team as he seeks a move to Liverpool and Anthony Gordon has a three match suspension after collecting a red card against Liverpool on Monday.
Howe said: “Things are moving and developing in a good way at the moment. Until things are done, I can’t confirm anything.
“I don’t think that [a debut against Leeds] will be possible due to lots of reasons I don’t understand.
“The most important thing is to bring a centre forward in which we have been working on all summer, and we’re getting closer.”
(Reuters)
Jack Rathborn29 August 2025 09:56
Man Utd hopeful over Antony deal with Real Betis
Manchester United have received their first offer for Antony, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Real Betis, where the Brazilian flourished on loan last term, have submitted a loan offer.
Independent journalist Peter Hall adds that United will reject a straight loan offer and instead insist on an option or obligation to buy.
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:48
After the Eberechi Eze debacle this news will be a welcome relief for Tottenham fans.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the north London side have completed their transfer for RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons.
Simons flew into London for a medical, which is reportedly done, and has allegedly signed a contract until 2030 with an additional two years optional.
Romano also says that Spurs will announce their signing shortly.
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:42
Second Liverpool bid for Isak expected over weekend
The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath says that movement on Alexander Isak’s potential transfer to Liverpool has happened over the last 24 hours and that the Premier League champions are preparing their second record-breaking bid which should come over the weekend.
Newcastle’s agreement over signing Nick Woltemade is probably the reason for the latest development and this saga looks set to head down to the wire.
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:38
Brentford have sights on Beier
Brentford are in talks with Borussia Dortmund over a deal for Max Beier.
According to German tabloid Bild, the Premier League club have made an offer of just under €64m, with additional add-ons taking the full fee to as high as €69.5m.
The Bees are looking to bring in another striker before allowing Yoane Wissa to leave the club.
Wissa is agitating for a move to Newcastle, who remain abrest of the situation in case anything changes.
Brentford will not sell unless they bring in another forward first and with so many moving parts this situation could come down to the deadline on Monday.
Max Beier is wanted by Brentford (AP)
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:37
Fabio Silva completing Dortmund medical
Wolves’ Fabio Silva is now undergoing the second part of his medical with Borussia Dortmund.
His £22.8m move seems to be nearing completion but he must be registered by 3pm today if he is to be included in the Dortmund squad on Sunday against Union Berlin.
Silva flew to Germany yesterday to finalise his move and complete a medical and an announcement of his signing is expected at some point today or over the weekend.
Fabio Silva is completing a medical at Borussia Dortmund (PA Wire)
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:26
Wolves reject improved bid for Newcastle target Jorgen Strand Larsen
Wolves turned down an improved bid from Newcastle for their striker Jorgen Strand Larsen.
Newcastle’s £55m bid, an increase on their opening £50m offer for the Norway international, has been similarly dismissed.
Wolves do not want to sell and are open to offer Strand Larsen a new contract if he stays. He scored twice in their 3-2 win over West Ham on Tuesday night.
With Newcastle seemingly moving on to Nick Woltemade it seems Wolves will be able to keep their frontman for the season which would be a big boon for them as they look to secure another season in the Premier League.
Wolves Jorgen Strand Larsen celebrates against West Ham (AFP via Getty Images)
Mike Jones29 August 2025 09:15