{"id":829721,"date":"2026-08-29T11:30:24","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T11:30:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/829721\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T11:30:24","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T11:30:24","slug":"transfer-news-live-atletico-give-alvarez-deadline-barcola-set-for-long-term-liverpool-deal-chelsea-make-enzo-decision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/829721\/","title":{"rendered":"Transfer news LIVE: Atletico give Alvarez deadline, Barcola set for long-term Liverpool deal, Chelsea make Enzo decision"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/a>Harvey Elliott’s future in doubt<\/p>\n

Liverpool are yet to hear from Valencia over Harvey Elliott, though the midfielder is available for a move in the last few days of the window.<\/p>\n

\"\"(Getty)<\/p>\n

Richard Jolly29 August 2026 12:25<\/p>\n

<\/a>Spurs chief executive Vinai Venkatesham releases open letter to fans <\/p>\n

“Player Availability: We have suffered too many injuries in recent years. Sweeping changes have been made to our Performance team, bringing in top experts with new skills and expertise to transform the way we work across performance, medical and physical preparation. We have made significant changes to our first team gym to provide the right environment to improve the resilience of our squad. Things cannot be expected to change overnight, but we have the right building blocks in place to improve player availability.<\/p>\n

“Player Trading: Successful clubs have to be decisive about both recruitment and sales, and selling well is critical in modern football. We have too often held onto players for too long. This summer, we have been more aggressive in selling players at what we believe is the right point, structuring deals to ensure we enjoy future upside as players achieve future milestones in their careers. <\/p>\n

“Young Players: We want to develop players through our Academy that can play for our first team. Our Academy must remain fundamental to the future of Tottenham Hotspur. We have been very active in signing a number of players this summer aged 16 and below, to ensure we have the best possible pipeline of players for the future.<\/p>\n

“Hotspur Way: A number of changes have been made at our Training Centre focussed on ensuring the environment is optimised to drive results. Whether that be a new tactical briefing room, changes to the player restaurant or simply changing imagery and branding so the building looks and feels like a home for high performance.<\/p>\n

“Connection: I have consistently heard from supporters and ex-players that they feel disconnected from their Club. We are determined to correct this and have us all connected as one Spurs family. Our history and heritage are fundamental to that. Tottenham has a rich identity, shaped by generations of players, supporters and moments that have made this Club what it is, and we want to ensure that history is much more visible and connected. Hopefully you have seen some steps we have started to take in doing this, whether through the content we have been putting out on our channels or welcoming back a large number of our ex-players for lunch with our current squad. There is much more to do and rebuilding that sense of connection and belonging will take time, but it matters enormously to us.<\/p>\n

“It has been a busy summer, a lot of work is underway and we will continue to rebuild and reset. There will be challenges, as there always are in football, but we start this season with belief, determination and togetherness.<\/p>\n

“Thank you for your incredible support. Welcome back, let\u2019s make this a season we can all be proud of.”<\/p>\n

Flo Clifford29 August 2026 12:05<\/p>\n

<\/a>Spurs chief executive Vinai Venkatesham releases open letter to fans <\/p>\n

“As we begin a new Premier League season, I wanted to welcome you back to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on behalf of everyone at the Club.<\/p>\n

“The start of any campaign brings anticipation, but this season feels especially important. Last season was one of the most challenging this Club has ever experienced and we all know that can never be repeated.<\/p>\n

“There have been significant changes made to put us on the right path for the future and there is a real sense of energy and optimism for the season ahead.<\/p>\n

“The focus of our Ownership and Board is clear. We want to build teams capable of competing at the highest level. This applies across both our Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s teams. Tottenham is \u2018one club, two teams\u2019 and both will be given the support, resources and environment they need to fulfil our ambitions.<\/p>\n

“I know that many supporters feel they have too often just heard words and not seen actions. This summer has been focussed on action and I wanted to summarise some of the most significant work undertaken around our Men\u2019s team:<\/p>\n

“Our Squad: We have strengthened our men\u2019s squad with a clear focus on the quality, character and physical robustness needed to achieve our aims. We have attracted the names we wanted to attract, adding players with proven Premier League experience alongside talent we believe can continue to develop and improve with us.\u201d<\/p>\n

Flo Clifford29 August 2026 11:43<\/p>\n

<\/a>Diego Simeone vows to welcome back Julian Alvarez at Atletico Madrid after Barcelona transfer refusal<\/p>\n

Diego Simeone has insisted he remains ready to welcome Julian Alvarez<\/a> back into the Atletico Madrid fold as the stalemate surrounding the striker’s proposed transfer to Barcelona continues.<\/p>\n

Simeone said: “I understand that all the questions will be about Julian. The club has been very clear about what will happen.<\/p>\n

“From a sporting perspective, I hope to help him continue being as important as he still is. My focus is on Sevilla, where he won\u2019t be available.<\/p>\n

“When he returns, we\u2019ll give him everything he needs to feel important. In life, anything can be reversed, as long as we have our health.”<\/p>\n

Flo Clifford29 August 2026 11:25<\/p>\n

<\/a>Appetite for more Celtic signings<\/p>\n

Martin O\u2019Neill is eager for Celtic to make more signings before the window slams shut, in light of their humiliating Champions League exit to LASK.<\/p>\n

“We\u2019re still trying to get some players in,” he said ahead of this weekend’s game with Falkirk.<\/p>\n

“We\u2019ll need a few to supplement the squad. I am hoping we can get some people in before the transfer deadline. <\/p>\n

\"\"(PA)<\/p>\n

Will Castle29 August 2026 11:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Xabi Alonso wants players with ‘desire to play’ amid Enzo Fernandez speculation<\/p>\n

Xabi Alonso said he wants players that \u201cfeel a desire to play\u201d for Chelsea after Enzo Fernandez was left out of the squad for Thursday\u2019s win over Luton.<\/p>\n

Chelsea are open to Fernandez leaving before the transfer deadline, but Manchester City would need to pay more than the \u00a3120m asking price the Blues set earlier in the window.<\/p>\n

Alonso has dismissed reports in Argentina that Fernandez asked not to be involved in the game against Luton and speaking ahead of Sunday\u2019s Premier League game at home to Brighton, Alonso said: \u201cWe need the players that are in the best situation to play.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe need to take everything into consideration, players that are in good moments, players that are not feeling that energy to play. For me it\u2019s very important that they feel that desire to play and to have good preparation.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe talked, and we decided that (for Luton) it was better not to be part of the squad. He\u2019s a top player, there\u2019s no doubt about that.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jamie Braidwood29 August 2026 10:40<\/p>\n

<\/a>Bradley Barcola set for big-money move to Liverpool as deal agreed<\/p>\n

Liverpool will pay an initial \u00a3106m for the France winger, which could rise to \u00a3123m, including add-ons, and he is expected to sign a five-year deal at Anfield<\/a>. <\/p>\n

They had reached an outline agreement with Paris Saint-Germain earlier this week after a breakthrough in negotiations. <\/p>\n

The Champions League winners had quoted Liverpool \u00a3145m for Barcola, but that was more than the Merseyside club were prepared to pay. <\/p>\n

Flo Clifford29 August 2026 10:20<\/p>\n

<\/a>Barcola to Liverpool? Alvarez to Arsenal? Ten big transfers that could still happen before deadline day<\/p>\n

The summer transfer window closes on 1 September as clubs across Europe aim to wrap up their summer business ahead of the 2026\/27 season<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But while some teams will feel their business is done this summer, most clubs \u2013 especially some in the Premier League<\/a> \u2013 know they need more arrivals if they\u2019re to compete this season.<\/p>\n

Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa will need to replace some of their outgoing stars, while Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and even champions Arsenal are all hoping to make late additions in the coming days \u2013 and big-spenders Tottenham might not be done just yet.<\/p>\n

So, with just a few days left of the window, here are 10 big transfers that could still happen before deadline day:<\/p>\n

Chris Wilson & Lawrence Ostlere29 August 2026 10:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Atletico Madrid give Alvarez deadline on decision<\/p>\n

Atletico Madrid have given Arsenal target Julian Alvarez a deadline of Sunday to decide his future, with his options either to consider a move to the Premier League champions or stay at the club.<\/p>\n

Atletico\u2019s chief executive said the Argentina star will \u201cnever, ever\u201d be sold to Barcelona<\/a>, his preferred choice, with Alvarez now considering his options.<\/p>\n

The 26-year-old will not feature in the squad to play Sevilla this weekend after missing three consecutive days of training, with boss Diego Simeone confirming his absence. <\/p>\n

\"\"(PA)<\/p>\n

Flo Clifford29 August 2026 09:30<\/p>\n

<\/a>Liverpool agree long-term deal for Bradley Barcola<\/p>\n

Bradley Barcola is set to sign a deal with Liverpool taking his time at Anfield to 2031, according to Sky Sports.<\/p>\n

A deal in principle has been agreed with the overall package worth around \u00a3120m, after PSG lowered their valuation for the France international.<\/p>\n

Liverpool are now reportedly set to pay \u00a3106m up front, with \u00a317m in add-ons, with the 23-year-old still to undergo a medical at Anfield.<\/p>\n

\"LiverpoolLiverpool have agreed a \u00a3120million deal for Paris St Germain\u2019s Bradley Barcola (Adam Davy\/PA) (PA Archive)<\/p>\n

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