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Alexander Isak has shocked Newcastle United by informing the club he wants to explore a move this summer.
And Liverpool are now waiting to make their move for Isak, with Luis Diaz arriving in Germany ahead of finalising a move to Bayern Munich.
Elsewhere, Viktor Gyokeres has completed his move to Arsenal and ex-Gunner Granit Xhaka has agreed to join Sunderland.
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3 minutes agoBy Jack Cunningham
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of James Trafford from Burnley.
The England youth international has rejoined the Citizens two years after departing for Burnley.
City sold the goalkeeper for £14 million and have re-signed him for £27m, meaning it is effectively £13m.
He has signed a five-year deal at the Etihad, with the option for an extra one.
Speaking to the club's website, he said: “Rejoining City is such special and proud moment both for me and my family.
“I always dreamed that one day I would be able to come back to Manchester City.
“This is the place I call home – it’s a truly special football club with fantastic people who make it such a unique place to work and play.
“I am also so very excited and honoured to have been given the opportunity to work under Pep and with such a world-class group of players.
“I am still very young and hungry to keep learning and improving – and I know there is no better environment than Manchester City to help make me become the best goalkeeper I can be.
“I also cannot wait to play in front of the amazing City fans for the first time and will do everything I can to help this great club look to achieve even more success.”
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Today, 17:33By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands that Manchester United will target a move for Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope should the Toon sign Aaron Ramsdale.
Newcastle are in talks with Southampton over a loan deal for the former England international.
Eddie Howe worked with Ramsdale at Bournemouth and would be keen to bring the shot-stopper to Tyneside.
The deal would be a loan with an option to buy, and should it happen, Pope would become a Man United target.
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Today, 16:43By Jack Cunningham
Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Chelsea are set to give Marc Cucurella a new contract.
After initially struggling at Stamford Bridge, since Euro 2024, the Spaniard has been one of the best left-backs in the world.
His ability to get up and down the left and knack for scoring important goals has made him a fans' favourite.
Cucurella currently has three years left on his deal, but a new contract would more reflect his importance to Enzo Maresca..
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Today, 15:43By Alex Conrad
Thomas Muller is in advanced talks to join Major League Soccer (MLS) side Vancouver Whitecaps, talkSPORT understands.
A deal has almost been agreed after the Whitecaps reached an agreement in principle with FC Cincinnati for Muller's discovery rights.
Cincinnati made a play prior to the summer to sign Muller, but were unable to use one of their three Designated Player (DP) spots on the German.
For those new to MLS rules, a Designated Player is one whose contract falls outside of the league's salary cap.
Muller is not expected to join the Whitecaps as a DP for the 2025 campaign, but he will be upgraded to that status for the 2026 season.
The 35-year-old was also wanted by Australian club Sydney FC, but a move Down Under is now off the table.
Muller became a free agent after he departed German giants Bayern Munich, where he had spent his entire professional career.
During his lengthy stint with the German giants, Muller registered 250 goals and 276 assists in 756 appearances for Bayern.
He also collected a staggering 13 Bundesliga titles as well as two Champions League crowns.
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Today, 15:28By Alex Conrad
It hasn't taken long for Tottenham boss Thomas Frank to be bestowed with a certain honour.
Popular Spurs fan Expressions informed the Dane during a press conference in Hong Kong that he has already garnered a nickname among supporters.
"The Tottenham fans seem to call you Thomas the Frank Engine, do you like it," Expressions asked.
Frank replied: "I think it's OK.
That's fine for me."
The nickname is, of course, a play on the iconic series Thomas the Tank Engine.
It remains to be seen whether Frank will be revered as much as the lovable locomotive.
But he'll get a chance to make an early impression when Tottenham take on Arsenal in the first north London derby to be played outside the United Kingdom.
The two rivals will collide on Thursday at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong before Tottenham take on Newcastle in South Korea on August 3.
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Today, 14:16By Alex Conrad
When it rains, it really does pour for Sheffield Wednesday.
The Owls have been hit with a prohibition notice from the Sheffield City Council (SCC) for its North Stand at Hillsborough.
It means Wednesday will not be able to open the North Stand until the SCC have received the 'necessary professional assurances the ground is safe'.
Wednesday were requested by the SCC to conduct urgent repair works in the North Stand after 'extensive corrosion' was found in the roof.
The need for the repairs to be made immediately prompted Wednesday to lodge a request with the English Football League (EFL) for their season opener to be an away match so they could have more time to make the necessary fixes.
That request was granted, with Wednesday to play Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on August 10.
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Today, 13:52By Alex Conrad
Liverpool have won the transfer tug-o-war to snap up Salford City prodigy Will Wright, talkSPORT understands.
The Reds and Arsenal had locked horns in the battle for Wright's signature, with the Gunners even outbidding the Premier League champions.
But Liverpool ousted their rivals after they made an improved offer and reached a club-to-club agreement.
Wright's move to Anfield comes as a blow to Salford co-owners David Beckham and Gary Neville in what is their first summer since becoming the sole co-owners of the club in May.
Wright, who scored over 50 goals at all levels for Salford last season, is one of the youngest players ever to debut for the League Two side.
He also made his senior debut for the club against Manchester City last January, a match which ended in a 8-0 defeat for Salford City.
Wright only played a few minutes of the Etihad drubbing, but his inclusion underlined the Class of '92 hierarchy's faith in him.
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Today, 13:46By Alex Conrad
Joao Felix's move to Al-Nassr is official.
The Portuguese star, who cost Atletico Madrid £113m to sign him from Benfica in 2019, has joined the Saudi Pro League side from Chelsea for an estimated £45m.
It means Felix will now count all-time legend Cristiano Ronaldo as a teammate.
Felix, 25, first joined Chelsea on loan from Atletico Madrid in January 2023 and made 16 league appearances.
A season-long loan with Barcelona followed before he returned to Stamford Bridge on a permanent basis last summer.
But it has ultimately proved to be a short stay in west London as he now joins the sixth different club in his senior career.
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Today, 13:38By Alex Conrad
A new domestic TV deal is set to herald the arrival of several new innovations among broadcasters.
Half-time interviews with players and managers as well as in-game interviews with managers or substituted players are all set to be introduced, as is dressing room access.
Broadcasters will have dressing room access either between the end of a club's warm-up and the first bell for kick-off, between the first bell and players leaving the dressing room at half-time or straight after the game once all the players have returned.
As part of the deal, clubs have to allow broadcasters one of these new features at least twice per season.
However, they will be able to get out of the dressing room access should they be losing.
But if clubs refuse dressing room access, it means they must accommodate another one of the broadcaster's request for access later in the season.
If clubs want enhanced access, they must outline their requests 72 hours in advance of kick-off.
Details of the broadcasting changes were laid out in the Premier League's latest handbook.
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Today, 13:04By Jack Cunningham
Leicester City have completed their first signing of the summer.
The Foxes have announced the arrival of experienced goalkeeper Asmir Begovic.
Daniel Iversen and Danny Ward have departed in this transfer window, and Mads Hermansen is the subject of interest from West Ham.
So, a new shot-stopper was needed, and Begovic has joined on a one-year deal.
Speaking to the club's website, the former Stoke City goalkeeper said: “I feel really excited.
"Hopefully, we can have an exciting season where we can challenge at the top of the table and get the Club back where it belongs.”
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Today, 13:00By Jack Cunningham
Adam Aznou is poised to complete a move from Bayern Munich to Everton in the coming days.
talkSPORT understands the Toffees will pay £9 million for the 19-year-old.
However, there is a very good chance he ends up back at Bayern in the future.
The Bundesliga giants have inserted the right to match any bid for Aznou.
They also wanted a buyback clause, but reports in Germany suggest Everton stood their ground and said no.
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Today, 12:17By Alex Conrad
James Trafford has signed his Manchester City contract, talkSPORT understands.
Trafford will move back to the Etihad Stadium on a five-year deal with the option of an extra year.
It is understood an official announcement confirming Trafford as a City player once more could arrive as soon as this afternoon.
Trafford will join City after the club agreed a £27m deal with Burnley for the goalkeeper.
City's swoop came as they activated their matching rights on Newcastle's offer.
The 22-year-old ultimately decided to reject Newcastle and agreed a return to City.
Trafford was on City's books from 2015 until 2023, when he was sold for an initial £15m to Burnley.
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Today, 11:34By Alex Conrad
Danny Rohl has issued an emotional statement on his Instagram after his departure from Sheffield Wednesday was confirmed.
Here is the German's post in full.
"A very special time is coming to an end and I am incredibly grateful for the experiences we have shared over 21 unforgettable months together.
The Gaffer"
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Today, 11:06By Alex Conrad
Manchester City have rejected a £25million bid from Nottingham Forest for James McAtee, talkSPORT understands.
It is understood City are instead seeking £40m for the 22-year-old.
McAtee is entering the final year of his deal at the Etihad Stadium.
The Euro U21 winner is coming off a season in which he made 27 total appearances for Pep Guardiola's side and scored seven times.
However, the 22-year-old started just nine of the matches.
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Today, 10:56By Alex Conrad
Although Sheffield Wednesday and Danny Rohl came to a mutual agreement for the German to depart, talkSPORT understands he will NOT receive a pay-off.
News of Rohl departing without some extra coin comes as the Owls remain mired in financial uncertainty.
The club was slapped with a three-window ban from signing new players for a transfer fee for the next three windows on June 18.
It came as the club failed to pay transfer fees and made late payments for players and to the HMRC.
Players who were not paid their wages on time were permitted to hand in a 15-day notice of their contract termination.
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Today, 10:32By Alex Conrad
Borussia Dortmund are debating whether to make an approach for Jadon Sancho, talkSPORT understands.
Italian giants Juventus also remain in talks with the winger.
Manchester United are prepared to sell Sancho for as little as £17million.
That represents a £56m loss for the Red Devils given they forked out an eye-watering £73m to sign him from Dortmund in 2021.
Sancho spent the 2024/25 campaign on loan with Chelsea, who had a £25m obligation to buy him at the end of the season.
However, the Blues paid a £5m penalty to avoid signing Sancho on a permanent basis.
Sancho finished his time at Stamford Bridge with five goals and ten assists from 41 appearances across all competitions.
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Today, 10:05By Alex Conrad
The Danny Rohl era at Sheffield Wednesday is over.
talkSPORT understands the German has reached an agreement with the Owls to leave.
Rohl bid farewell to his players earlier this morning.
It means Sheffield Wednesday now have 12 days to find a new manager before their season gets underway on August 10 away to Leicester City.
Rohl guided the Owls to a 12th-place finish in the Championship last term.
He spent 89 games in charge and finished with a record of 34 wins, 19 draws and 36 defeats.
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Today, 09:28By Alex Conrad
Manchester United are exploring moves for Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins, talkSPORT understands.
The Red Devils have already held talks with Watkins, although it is understood Villa would prefer to keep the England international.
Villa value Watkins at £60million, although United are optimistic they can reach a deal for a lower figure if the Midlands outfit can find a suitable replacement.
As for Sesko, RB Leipzig are believed to want a fee of €80m (£69m) or more.
Adding to the Sesko situation is the fact Newcastle are heavily interested given the uncertain future of Alexander Isak.
It is understood the Magpies are further along down the line in terms of discussions compared to United.
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Today, 09:14By Alex Conrad
Wrexham are not going to leave any stone unturned in their bid to avoid the drop from the Championship.
Speaking to BBC Sport, Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson confirmed the club's interest in 49-time Wales international Kieffer Moore.
"Kieffer's under contract at Sheffield United," Parkinson said.
"He's one of a number of players we've looked at over the summer.
"Like I said, the landscape changes in the transfer market very quickly from one week to the next.
"We're looking at lots of options here and abroad."
Moore, a striker, joined the Blades in July 2024 and netted five times from 28 Championship fixtures last term.
So far, Parkinson has added goalkeeper Danny Ward, defender Liberato Cacace, midfield duo George Thomason and Lewis O'Brien as well as attacking pair Ryan Hardie and Josh Windass this summer.
An audacious bid was also launched for Christian Eriksen, but it never came to fruition.
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Today, 08:57By Alex Conrad
Another Liverpool star has departed their pre-season tour.
But unlike Luis Diaz, it's not transfer-related.
Star goalkeeper Alisson has made an early exit due to personal reasons.
It means he will miss the Reds' pre-season clash against Yokohama F.
We are all very motivated, because we believe in the coach, we believe in what he wants and that is important."
Amorim's side are involved in this year's Premier League Summer Series alongside Bournemouth, West Ham United and Everton.
The Red Devils are one from one in the tournament, picking up a 2-1 win over the Hammers in their opener.
They face Bournemouth on Thursday at 2:30am BST.
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Today, 08:14By Alex Conrad
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe insists none of the clubs interested in Alexander Isak have tabled an offer for the Swede as he doubled down on the club having a say on where he could land.
However, Howe conceded Isak's future is 'not in my full control'.
"He is still our player," Howe said.
"He's contracted to us.
My wish is that he stays and we see him playing again next year."
The Magpies boss also confirmed he had not spoken with those above him at the club regarding a 'decision' about what to do with the wantaway striker.
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Today, 08:03By Alex Conrad
Footage has emerged of Liverpool winger arriving in Munich ahead of joining Bayern.
Sky in Germany reporter Kerry Hau snapped Diaz touching down in Munich along with a backpack and suitcase.
Diaz, who was with Liverpool on their pre-season tour in Asia just yesterday, was given permission to make an early exit after the German giants struck a deal with Liverpool.
talkSPORT understands Bayern have agreed a £65.5million fee for Diaz, who has two years left to run on his contract at Anfield.
Bayern will fork out an initial £61.1m, with £4.4m to be paid in add-ons, which are considered easily attainable by Liverpool.
The Reds had been strong in their stance that the Colombian was not for sale, but they have reluctantly caved in with the player keen on a new adventure.
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28th Jul 2025, 21:56By Robert Calcutt
West Ham have added Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira to their list of options, talkSPORT understands.
The Hammers are yet to have made an approach to the Gunners, but Vieira is a target.
Graham Potter's side are looking to sign a number of midfielders this summer.
Vieira signed for Arsenal from Porto in 2022 for a reported £34.2million but has faced limited game time in north London.
The 25-year-old has featured just 49 times in all competitions and spent last season on loan back at Porto.
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28th Jul 2025, 19:38By Jack Cunningham
talkSPORT understands Everton are still interested in signing Jack Grealish.
The Toffees are wanting to take the England international on loan.
Grealish knows that his Manchester City career is over and is exploring his options.
The winger wasn't part of City's Club World Cup squad.
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