Liverpool interested in Spence
The i Paper also report that Djed Spence is a Liverpool target and could be allowed to leave due to De Zerbi being unable to guarantee him a place in the starting XI this season.
(PA Wire)
Will Castle6 August 2026 19:30
We know Tottenham are supposedly after Cody Gakpo, but could another name familiar to Liverpool fans be on his way to N17?
According to The i Paper, Tottenham have been monitoring a move for Darwin Nunez but could be rivalled by Trabzonspor, Mohamed Salah’s new club.
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Will Castle6 August 2026 19:15
OFFICIAL: Vinicius Jr signs Real Madrid contract extension
Vinicius Jr has penned a contract extension with Real Madrid until 2032, putting an end to Arsenal’s interest in the Brazil international.
Will Castle6 August 2026 19:14
Leeds duo potentially on the move
Following James Trafford’s arrival, the door has now opened for Lucas Perri to leave Leeds as he seeks a loan move away, per Sky Sports.
German outlet Hamburger Abendblatt also report Hamburg are interested in bringing Leeds defender Sebastiaan Bornauw back to the Bundesliga.
Will Castle6 August 2026 19:11
DONE DEAL! Leeds sign James Trafford as Man City line up replacement
Leeds United have signed James Trafford from Manchester City for a club-record fee of up to £45m and City are already lining up a replacement.
City, who have inserted a 20 per cent sell-on clause, also have a matching rights option to sign Trafford for a third time if and when he leaves Leeds.
Enzo Maresca’s side are interested in signing the Argentina international Geronimo Rulli from Marseille as Trafford’s replacement and Gianluigi Donnarumma’s deputy.
Richard Jolly6 August 2026 19:03
West Ham have signed former Brighton defender Joel Veltman on a free transfer.
He’s signed a one year deal with the option of a further year.
“I’m delighted to have signed, and I can’t wait to get started,” said Veltman. “The project here really excites me.
“I spoke to Nuno [Espírito Santo], as well as my family and my agent, and everything added up. We know that West Ham need to be in the Premier League, and for sure that is our goal for the season.
“I think I bring my experience, my winning mentality and togetherness. I bring leadership – I’ve been the captain at Ajax, and I enjoy talking to my teammates and using my experience to help the squad.
“I’m just so excited to give everything, to meet my new teammates and to see all the supporters too.”
Mike Jones6 August 2026 18:39
Vinicius Jr reaches agreement over Real Madrid contract
Vinicius Jr has reached an agreement over a new contract with Real Madrid, according to The Athletic.
The Spanish giants upped their offer to try and keep the Brazilian winger at the Santiago Bernabeu amid strong interest from Arsenal.
The Gunners had grown increasingly sceptical over the likelihood of a blockbuster move and now it appears that Vinicius will pen a new deal in Madrid after being offered a package that “reflects his importance to the club and their project”.
(PA)
Will Castle6 August 2026 18:24
Kang-In reacts to Atletico move
South Korea winger Lee Kang-In spoke about joining Atletico Madrid
The 25-year-old signed a five-year contract with the LaLiga side who paid around €40m to PSG.
He said “I’m very pleased and very happy to join this great club, with a lot of desire for everything, to meet my team-mates, to know the club, to know the coach, to meet the entire coaching staff and then to meet fans who have told me that they are the best in the world.”
Mike Jones6 August 2026 18:22
Juventus are said to be interested in Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee and hope to bring the forward in on a loan deal.
Zirkzee is down the pecking order under Michael Carrick and could be keen on the move though the right deal will need to be struck for all parties.
Juve have already signed Randal Kolo Muani and Kerim Alajbegovic so there is no urgency on their part to get Zirkee’s move done.
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Mike Jones6 August 2026 18:06
Crystal Palace look set to sign Takehiro Tomiyasu.
The former Arsenal defender has been training with the Eagles following a stint with Ajax last season.
He is now expected to join up with Pierre Sage’s team for the start of the Premier League campaign.
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Mike Jones6 August 2026 17:51