Man City hold talks to sign Rodrygo
Manchester City have held initial talks to sign Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to Sky Germany.
However, right now, it is questionable whether the club can afford a permanent deal for the Real Madrid star, who would cost upwards of £80m.
The player has not a made a clear decision to leave yet.
Rodrygo has been the subject of interest from several top clubs (Getty Images)
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 23:03
Negotiations over Eze ‘difficult’ for Spurs but issues expected to be resolved
Tottenham hit a snag in their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze on Saturday, as The Independent was told negotiations between the clubs were ‘difficult’, but it is expected that these issues will be resolved.
Furthermore, there are no issues on Eze’s part, it seems; he is thought to be looking forward to the move.
At present the deal would be worth £55m plus add ons for the winger.
If they do sell Eze, the Eagles have been looking at Leicester City’s Bilal El Khannouss as a possible replacement.
Tottenham are in talks with Crystal Palace over the signing of Eberechi Eze (John Walton/PA) (PA Wire)
Alex Pattle16 August 2025 21:53
Nottingham Forest complete signing of James McAtee from Man City
The England Under-21 captain is set to spark a spell of spending from Forest, who are also expected to confirm the club-record signing of Omari Hutchinson from Ipswich.
McAtee has signed a five-year deal at the City Ground after Forest beat off competition from a host of other clubs who were interested in the 22-year-old.
Mike Jones16 August 2025 21:10
James McAtee signs for Nottingham Forest
Manchester City midfielder James McAtee has signed for Nottingham Forest in a £30m move which sees him make the switch from Manchester City.
The midfielder has signed a five-year deal becomes Forest’s second signing of the day following the arrival of Omari Hutchinson.
Sell-on and buy-back clauses have been inserted in the deal as well.
Nottingham Forest complete signing of James McAtee from Man City (Manchester City FC via Getty Ima)
Mike Jones16 August 2025 21:04
Liverpool in talks for Guehi with options being explored
Liverpool remain in talks with Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi as they look to add to their defensive line.
The Reds must decide whether to submit a bid for Guehi this summer or wait until his contract runs out at the end of the upcoming season before making a move for the defender.
The Daily Mail reports that Crystal Palace want £45m for Guehi but, due to the expiring nature of his contract, a deal for around £35m may be possible as they risk losing out on a fee if his contract runs down.
Alternatively, there is talk of a potential swap deal involving Harvey Elliott.
Eberechi Eze is being targeted by Arsenal and Spurs and should he leave to one of those clubs then Palace may want to bring Elliott, who is rumoured to be leaving Liverpool, in as a replacement with Guehi going the other way.
Marc Guehi led Crystal Palace to victory in the Community Shield against Liverpool (John Walton/PA) (PA Wire)
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 21:01
Bournemouth close in on £25m agreement for Liverpool winge
Porto are also interested in the Scotland international but the likelihood is that he opts to stay in the Premier League.
Doak has been a target for a host of other clubs this summer, with Wolves, West Ham and Leeds among his other suitors.
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 20:02
Scott Parker is pleased with the state of Burnley’s squad and is happy with how they’re shaping up ahead of the new season.
“Really positive and it is crucial as well – the balance of a squad going into the Premier League,” Parker said of their current signings.
“It was a young squad last year, and it’s a young squad this year, and certainly it’s a young squad in terms of actually being in the Premier League.
“So, these players that have an understanding of what this league demands and what it looks like is crucial for us and delighted that we’ve managed to get some of these over the line.”
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 18:58
Forest agree fee for City’s McAtee
The former Premier League champions have included buy-back and sell-on clauses, which could mean the midfielder returns to the Etihad Stadium or makes City more money in the future.
McAtee is now set to become Forest’s fourth summer buy after winger Dan Ndoye, striker Igor Jesus and defender Jair Cunha, while Nuno Espirito Santo is also closing in on Omari Hutchinson from Ipswich.
Nottingham Forest have agreed to sign James McAtee from Manchester City (Getty Images)
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 18:00
Tottenham close to deal for Eze
Tottenham Hotspur are close to agreeing a deal with Crystal Palace to sign Eberechi Eze.
The deal would be worth £55m plus add ons for the creative winger.
Securing Eze’s signature would be a big signing for Spurs as rivals Arsenal have also held an interest in Eze.
Eberechi Eze scored 14 times and produced 11 assists in 43 appearances last season (Adam Davy/PA) (PA Wire)
Miguel Delaney16 August 2025 17:29
Spence pens new contract at Tottenham
Djed Spence has signed a new long-term contract with Tottenham, just months after agreeing fresh terms last October.
The versatile full-back has been rewarded for a fine breakthrough campaign at Spurs, which saw him make 35 appearances in the 2024-25 season, finally earning his full debut in December, two-and-a-half years after his initial arrival.
The 25-year-old’s journey at the club has been one of resurgence.
Lawrence Ostlere16 August 2025 17:03