{"id":821266,"date":"2026-08-21T18:34:15","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T18:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/821266\/"},"modified":"2026-08-21T18:34:15","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T18:34:15","slug":"transfer-news-live-arsenal-signing-today-iraola-frustrated-by-liverpool-business-baleba-nears-man-utd-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/821266\/","title":{"rendered":"Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal signing today, Iraola frustrated by Liverpool business, Baleba nears Man Utd switch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"#post-2406416\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Transfer that could still happen: Julian Alvarez to Barcelona or Arsenal<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/sport\/football\/julian-alvarez-transfer-news-atletico-madrid-barcelona-b3034870.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">saga around Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez<\/a> is another that has rumbled on throughout the summer, and the Argentina international has been Arsenal\u2019s primary target throughout the window. The Gunners seemingly turned their attentions elsewhere after the Argentine made it clear that he hoped to join Barcelona, but with Atletico refusing to do business with their LaLiga rivals, the door could open up for Mikel Arteta and co. Any deal would be a club record though, with Atletico having <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/sport\/football\/real-madrid-julian-alvarez-bid-transfer-news-b2992698.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">turned down bids of \u00a385m and \u00a3130m<\/a> from Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively. The Spanish club insist Alvarez is not for sale at any price this summer, though Arsenal could yet decide to test their resolve.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cd7c5d326055439ff6270d614b8c3adaY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzg3MzIyMDgz-2.85317127.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Julian Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal (Bradley Collyer\/PA)\" class=\"sc-1mc30lb-0 ggpMaE\"\/>Julian Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal (Bradley Collyer\/PA) (PA Wire)<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 19:18<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406440\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Transfers that could still happen: Nico Gonzalez to Newcastle? <\/p>\n<p>Another midfielder who could be leaving the Etihad is Nicolas Gonzalez. The Spaniard joined from Porto for \u00a350m in February 2025, but he has not managed to settle in Manchester and was seemingly not trusted by Guardiola. <\/p>\n<p>Reports suggest that Newcastle are looking to sign the Spaniard, and while he may feel he can still make an impact at the Etihad, City may choose to cash in (if they can recoup the fee they paid for him) as they continue their midfield rebuild.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2026-07-31T120133Z_822407522_UP1EM7V0XEK5C_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-FRIENDLY-MCI-INT-PREVIEW.JPG\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Gonzalez has failed to make an impact at the Etihad since arriving in 2025\" class=\"sc-1mc30lb-0 ggpMaE\"\/>Gonzalez has failed to make an impact at the Etihad since arriving in 2025 (Reuters)<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 18:58<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406555\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>The three key positions Man United need to upgrade to win Premier League<\/p>\n<p>The arrival of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/topic\/michael-carrick\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Michael Carrick<\/a> brought a positive end to last season, with United impressing at times as they finished third in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/topic\/premier-league\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Premier League<\/a> and secured a place in the Champions League.<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 18:38<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406582\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Liverpool see second bid for Minteh rejected<\/p>\n<p>Brighton have rejected another offer from Liverpool&#8217;s for Yankuba Minteh, according to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/transfer-centre\">Sky Sports<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>The second bid was worth \u00a360m, but again it did not meet Brighton\u2019s valuation of the player. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2271967945...jpeg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" class=\"sc-1mc30lb-0 ggpMaE\"\/>(Getty)<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 18:18<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406402\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Why Carlos Baleba could be the missing piece in Manchester United\u2019s new midfield<\/p>\n<p>Manchester United are close to signing the Brighton and Cameroon midfielder in a transfer expected to be worth around \u00a370m<\/p>\n<p>This is what why could be just what Manchester United need. <\/p>\n<p>Lawrence Ostlere, Chief Sports Writer21 August 2026 17:58<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406423\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Manchester City target Brazilian winger as Savinho replacement<\/p>\n<p>Manchester City are interested in Brazilian winger Allan as they look for a replacement for Savinho.<\/p>\n<p>The Palmeiras player has a \u20ac100m release clause in his contract, though City could look to secure him for a lower fee.<\/p>\n<p>They have begun their search for further forwards as they are in talks with Tottenham to sell Savinho and Omar Marmoush in a double deal that could bring them in well over \u00a3100m.<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 17:38<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406534\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Chelsea turn down Mudryk offer<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea have turned down an opening loan offer for Mykhailo Mudryk from Leeds United, reports <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/transfer-centre\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sky Sports News<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>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. <\/p>\n<p>The first proposal was turned down but the two clubs are still in contact, with other clubs believed to be interested too. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.independent.co.uk\/2026\/08\/21\/16\/2288371957..\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" class=\"sc-1mc30lb-0 ggpMaE\"\/>(Getty)<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 17:18<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406401\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Ranking every Premier League team before the most unpredictable season in years<\/p>\n<p>A new era of the Premier League begins on Friday as defending champions Arsenal kick off what looks to one of the most unpredictable seasons in years.<\/p>\n<p>How does it play out this time? This is our predicted table&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>Jamie Braidwood21 August 2026 16:58<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406515\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Spurs closing in on Omar Marmoush after signing Savinho <\/p>\n<p>Tottenham are close to agreeing a deal with Man City for Omar Marmoush, reports <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/transfer-centre\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sky Sports<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>Talks are progressing well after the clubs agreed a deal worth up to \u00a385m for Savinho to join the north London club earlier. <\/p>\n<p>The rumoured fee for Marmoush would be around \u00a375m, taking the fee for the City duo to roughly \u00a3160m.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/0779d876f3cb2bfde815d4bf883076ffY29udGVudHNlYXJjaGFwaSwxNzg3MzgxNjQ3-2.83879944.jpg\"  loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" class=\"sc-1mc30lb-0 ggpMaE\"\/>(PA Wire)<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 16:38<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#post-2406522\" class=\"sc-vxbko8-1 divZUB\"><\/a>Konsa completes move to Arsenal <\/p>\n<p>Arsenal have announced the signing to Ezri Konsa on a deal worth 51m. <\/p>\n<p>The England international, 28, has joined on a four-year contract which includes the option for another year. <\/p>\n<p>Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta said of the deal: \u201cEzri is a defender of high quality, whose athleticism, composure and tactical intelligence have established him as one of the Premier League\u2019s most consistent performers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are welcoming a player with proven Premier League and international experience, and strong leadership qualities, who will adapt seamlessly to our style of play.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Chris Wilson21 August 2026 16:18<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Transfer that could still happen: Julian Alvarez to Barcelona or Arsenal The saga around Atletico Madrid striker Julian&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":810033,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[69],"tags":[403,99],"class_list":["post-821266","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-soccer","tag-soccer","tag-sports"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/821266","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=821266"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/821266\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/810033"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=821266"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=821266"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=821266"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}