Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal in Alvarez talks, Man Utd eye striker, Liverpool done deal

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4 hours ago13:20 Charlie MalamJack Grealish picks next clubSunderland have shown interest in signing Jack Grealish from Manchester City.But the English attacker wants to return to Everton, if he leaves City.That's according to Ben Jacobs, who says Aston Villa are also interested in a reunion.Grealish, 30, spent last season on loan at Everton and produced two goals and six assists in 22 games before his season was ended by injury.Jack Grealish could return to Everton (Image: Getty) 5 hours ago12:51 Charlie MalamA boost for Arsenal?Atletico Madrid have again categorically ruled out selling Julian Alvarez to Barcelona.The Argentine is a target of Arsenal's and the fact Barca have been dismissed as a potential destination is surely only good news for the Gunners.Any move would cost at least £120m and perhaps north of £130m.Respaldo un\u00e1nime del Consejo de Administraci\u00f3n a la estrategia del club. No se negociar\u00e1 el traspaso de Juli\u00e1n Alvarez al FC Barcelona. \u2139\ufe0f https://t.co/JvIMjddRvd\u2014 Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid (@Atleti) August 27, 2026 5 hours ago12:28 Charlie MalamJoel Ordonez medical underwayJoel Ordonez is having his medical at Crystal Palace after a move to Aston Villa collapsed.The Club Brugge centre-back, 22, seemed Villa-bound but Palace are now set to secure the Ecuadorian's signature provided he passes his medical.Palace want to sign Ordonez after Chadi Riad suffered a potential season-ending injury against Everton at the weekend.The Eagles also signed Axel Disasi on loan from Chelsea this week.As an alternative, Villa remain interested in Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis but will have to pay £25m for him.Joel Ordonez is having a medical at Crystal Palace (Image: Getty) 5 hours ago12:10 Charlie MalamAston Villa exit agreedTammy Abraham looks poised to swap Aston Villa for Ipswich Town after a club-to-club agreement.The England striker is set to sign for the Tractor Boys on loan and will be given the No.9 shirt.Villa are prepared to loan the 28-year-old out despite also being about to sell another of their strikers in Ollie Watkins.

8 hours ago09:13 Charlie MalamAston Villa agree Nicolas Jackson dealIn case you missed it last night, Aston Villa have struck a deal to sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.Jackson is Unai Emery's preferred successor to Saudi Pro League-bound Ollie Watkins.The Senegal striker will join Villa for a fee of £47.5million plus £17.5m in add-ons.That makes up a maximum package of £65m, with Watkins, 30, heading to Al-Hilal for £50m plus add-ons.Nicolas Jackson is heading to Aston Villa (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago08:48 Charlie MalamArsenal swap dealArsenal believe they could do a swap deal for Julian Alvarez that could include Viktor Gyokeres or Gabriel Jesus as a makeweight.The Independent say Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has pushed to strengthen his forward line.And both Gyokeres and Jesus appeal to the Argentine coach.Adding the Swede, or both strikers, into a deal alongside a handsome fee could help smooth a deal.It's claimed Alvarez's view on joining Arsenal has softened recently although he would prefer to stay in Spain for lifestyle and family reasons.The Gunners have made it clear they would use him in his preferred position and would make him the centrepiece of their XI. The Athletic bring the official confirmation that Liverpool have AGREED a deal to sign Bradley Barcola after overnight talks.The Reds have reached an agreement in principle as discussions continue.The two clubs still have some final details to iron out.But the deal is said to be moving fast with a £100million guaranteed fee in place.The total package could reach £120m with add-ons.Bradley Barcola is poised to join Liverpool (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago08:33 Charlie MalamAston Villa eye Rafael LeaoAston Villa are pursuing an exciting deal for AC Milan wantaway winger Rafael Leao.The Premier League giants are eager to sway the Portuguese winger away from joining Galatasaray.The decision has been left with Leao, who Villa are willing to break their wage structure for.Both Gala and Villa have reached an agreement with Milan and are waiting to learn what decision Leao makes.

9 hours ago08:28 Charlie MalamBarcola to Liverpool 'within hours'Sky Sport Germany say Liverpool are expected to reach an agreement to sign Bradley Barcola within hours.The France international is ready to fly to England to complete his medical for a mega-money move.Personal terms were agreed with Barcola weeks ago.And the report adds that after Barcola, Liverpool still want to sign one or two more players too - namely a right-sided winger.Barcola's PSG team-mate Ibrahim Mbaye is one option on their list.Bradley Barcola is set to become one of Liverpool's most expensive signings ever (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago08:22 Charlie MalamJulian Alvarez to Arsenal latestArsenal still hold out hope of brokering a club-record transfer for Julian Alvarez in the next few days.Mikel Arteta is a massive fan of the Argentine attacker, who has wanted to leave Atletico Madrid for Barcelona.But Atleti have put a firm block on selling to their La Liga rivals, offering Arsenal hope of bringing the former Man City forward back to the Premier League.The Independent say Atleti want Alvarez's future fully resolved by tomorrow.The 26-year-old must now decide whether to stay put or agree a move to Arsenal, with the Gunners standing by to do a deal if they get the thumbs up from the player.Arsenal want to sign Julian Alvarez (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago08:15 Charlie MalamBarcola to Liverpool almost done after twistIt appears Liverpool are close to finally reaching a conclusion in their protracted pursuit of Bradley Barcola.Fabrizio Romano reports that the Reds are now into the final negotiations.It is even claimed that the club's owners have got involved in discussions with PSG and that an agreement is seen as imminent.Barcola has been Liverpool's top target all window and could cost over £120m.It comes after a twist yesterday, when The Times claimed PSG had dropped their price tag down from £145m to help facilitate a deal.The French club had stuck resolutely to such a high price but have conceded they must accept less to get the winger off their books.They are looking to sell after signing a number of new forwards in recent weeks. 9 hours ago08:09 Charlie MalamMan Utd's Lewis Hall planManchester United are willing to wait for Lewis Hall, per The Athletic.With a deal for the English left-back looking unlikely this late in the window, United are ready to bide their time.They would only look to sign a left-back on loan, or on a cheap deal, if they can't sign Hall in the coming days.That would then leave the path clear to make a big play for the Newcastle United defender next summer.The £60million-rated man is their top target in the position and is earmarked as the long-term replacement for Luke Shaw.Man Utd want to sign Lewis Hall (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago08:03 Charlie MalamGood morning!Good morning and welcome to Express Sport's latest transfer blog!We'll bring you all of the latest rumours and done deals this Thursday so stick with us.