Transfers

  1. Lineker reacts as Rashford closes in on dream transfer to Barca

    Gary Lineker gave his approval to Marcus Rashford's imminent move to Barcelona from Manchester United as he reacted on social media. The Catalan giants are closing in on signing Rashford from United on a loan deal with an option to buy next summer. The Spanish champions have also agreed to pay the player's entire salary as the England international is close to completing his dream move.

  2. Ex-Arsenal star Xhaka set to snub Premier League return

    Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka is reportedly set to snub a Premier League return with Sunderland despite mounting speculation about his future at Bayer Leverkusen. The 32-year-old moved to the Bundesliga in 2023 after a lengthy seven-year stint in North London, where he developed into a combative leader for the Gunners. Since then he has played a vital role in the system and was a key figure when the German side lifted their first-ever Bundesliga crown.

  3. Bayern 'don't want to be messed around' in hunt for Kane back-up

    Bayern Munich’s hunt for a capable understudy to Harry Kane has hit a roadblock, as VfB Stuttgart reportedly continue to resist their efforts to sign emerging forward Nick Woltemade. The Bavarian giants have already made two formal bids, but both were swiftly turned down by Stuttgart, who are holding firm on their valuation of the 23-year-old striker.

  4. Emiliano Martinez Aston Villa 2025

    Man Utd weighing up swap deal for Emi Martinez

    Manchester United are plotting a swap deal to sign Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa after Andre Onana suffered an injury in pre-season training. The Red Devils are yet to approach the Villans with a formal offer but they are internally assessing their options of whether to go with current crop of young goalkeepers or sign an experienced campaigner like Martinez.

  5. 'Flabbergasted' Merson stokes fears of Saka exit amid Madueke signing

    Arsenal’s decision to sign winger Noni Madueke from Chelsea in a £52 million ($70m) transfer continues to generate waves of discussion and none more vocal than that of former club star Paul Merson. The ex-midfielder has admitted he’s “flabbergasted” by the club’s latest move in the transfer market, raising questions not only about the player’s ability but also what it might mean for fan-favourite Bukayo Saka.

  6. 'To win it all' - Madueke reveals Arsenal goals

    Noni Madueke has revealed he wants to "win it all" and help Arsenal "take that next step" to silverware. The Gunners shelled out £52 million (€60m/$69.9m) for the winger, who has signed a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium. The transfer was finalised on Friday, sending a clear message about the Gunners' ambitions for the upcoming season.