Transfer news: Man Utd triple signing, Liverpool deals imminent, Alvarez to Arsenal

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2 hours ago18:34 Richard CusackAtleti's firm Alvarez stanceAtletico Madrid chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin has been speaking about Julian Alvarez.Gil Marin and his side have been steadfast in their stance that the player, a transfer target for Arsenal, is not for sale."We are going to help Julian and continue to take care of him so that he can give us his full potential," Gil Marin has said tonight."Because we need him to continue competing among the greats of Europe."Julian Alvarez wants to leave Atletico Madrid (Image: Getty) 2 hours ago18:15 Richard CusackLiverpool bid rejectedLiverpool have reportedly had another bid for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh.It was reported on Thursday night that the Reds had a £50m bid rejected for the former Newcastle player.Now, The Athletic claim that the Reds have upped their offer by £10m, but that is still not enough for Brighton.The Seagulls are reported to want £70m for the Gambia international.Yankuba Minteh is a transfer target for Liverpool (Image: Getty) Get Manchester United FC news, fixtures, results and transfer gossip plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. My first thought is always to beat my man, use my pace, get balls in the box, attack, attack, attack." 4 hours ago16:29 Richard CusackLeeds see Mudryk bid rejectedLeeds United have had a loan bid for Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk turned down.It was reported earlier this afternoon that the Whites are keen on a move for the Ukraine international.Now, Daniel Farke's side have seen their first approach for the player knocked back.Mudryk is back in the fold at Chelsea after a considerable time on the sidelines.However, a move away looks almost certain as he bids to return to match fitness and so Chelsea can see what player they have on their hands after almost two years out.Mykhailo Mudryk could be on the move this summer (Image: Getty) 4 hours ago16:07 Richard CusackDone deal!Arsenal have completed a move for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa.The 28-year-old defender as signed what the Gunners call a 'long-term' contract with the club following his £55m switch from Villa."Ezri is a defender of high quality, whose athleticism, composure and tactical intelligence have established him as one of the Premier League’s most consistent performers," Gunners sporting director Andrea Berta said."Being comfortable in both central defence and at right-back, Ezri will bring valuable versatility to our squad while maintaining the high defensive standards which are fundamental to our challenge of winning major trophies."Arsenal have signed Ezri Konsa (Image: Getty) 5 hours ago15:35 Charlie MalamArsenal try Julian Alvarez luckFabrizio Romano reports that Arsenal made contact with Atletico Madrid in the last few days to discuss the conditions of a deal to sign Julian Alvarez.Arsenal chiefs met with Atletico director Mateu Alemany in London.But the price for the Argentine is too high and the player himself has not opened the door to a Premier League return.

We have to adapt as coaches to these situations.These 10 days that we have, there's a lot of uncertainty, not just in Liverpool but everywhere.Honestly I don't spend too much time thinking on these things. Other positions, we have to be open minded to situations that can improve our team.It is about improving the squad and we have very good players already here.

6 hours ago14:04 Charlie MalamCurtis Jones forces exitAndoni Iraola has admitted he wanted to keep Curtis Jones, who is due to join Inter Milan imminently from Liverpool.It appears the player has forced his way out of Anfield, where he had entered the final 12 months of his contract.Speaking in a press conference just now, Iraola said...Yes [I wanted to keep him] Curtis is a good player but I understood this.He is coming for some years in the same situation, so I knew from that moment it could happen (he would leave).Curtis Jones is set to join Inter Milan (Image: Getty) 6 hours ago13:58 Charlie MalamChelsea expecting Jackson bidChelsea are anticipating an approach from Aston Villa for Nicolas Jackson, who they value at £65million.Atletico Madrid are currently favouring a loan deal and Chelsea only want a permanent sale.Villa are seen as the most realistic club to try and sign Jackson permanently, per The Telegraph.Unai Emery has long been interested in reuniting with the Senegal striker as Saudi giants Al-Hilal try to sign Ollie Watkins, having had a bid of £45m rejected by the Villans.Emery and Jackson worked together at Villarreal and the centre-forward is reportedly open to working with the Spanish coach once more. Thank you for your contributions, Dan, and best of luck for the future \ud83e\udd1dhttps://t.co/rMEPGWXu71\u2014 Wolves (@Wolves) August 21, 2026 9 hours ago11:05 Charlie MalamMan City reach agreementManchester City have reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with Allan Elias and the player wants the move, says Fabrizio Romano.City have opened official negotiations with Palmeiras for the 22-year-old winger.Allan is being eyed as a replacement for his compatriot Savinho who is Tottenham-bound.Palmeiras want to keep the Brazilian who has a release clause of around £86m (€100m) in his contract.Man City want to sign Allan Elias (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago10:55 Charlie MalamLiverpool transfers confirmedAndoni Iraola has confirmed to Jamie Carragher for Sky Sports that Liverpool WILL sign players before the deadline.The Spanish coach said: "We will definitely sign some players.