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Chelsea talks confirmed as Arsenal make surprise move
Updated: 31 Aug 2026 19:31 BST |
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Monday delivered some huge transfer news as Chelsea opened talks with a new target.
Plus, Arsenal explored a shocking hijack of a Tottenham deal and Man Utd received a big update on one of their preferred left-back options. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Chelsea open Kone talks
Chelsea have entered talks to sign AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone.
Camara complications
Chelsea's decision to pursue Kone comes amid complications in their pursuit of AS Monaco star Lamine Camara.
Fofana talks
Arsenal are showing a surprising late interest in Lyon youngster Malick Fofana as they search for a Gabriel Martinelli replacement.
Maatsen decision
Man Utd have received Aston Villa's response to their Ian Maatsen enquiry.
City's ridiculous spending
If Man City complete their desired deals in the final hours of the window, their spending over the past 18 months could exceed €1 billion.
Gakpo bid rebuffed
Liverpool have rejected Man City's bid for Cody Gakpo and now expect the forward to stay.
Nwaneri interest
Borussia Dortmund are showing a late interest in Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri.
Chelsea's Ahanor loophole
Chelsea are exploiting a regulatory loophole in their deal to sign Atalanta wonderkid Honest Ahanor.
Newcastle agree Fernandez-Pardo deal
Newcastle have struck a deal to sign Lille sensation Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
Liverpool sign Barcola
Liverpool have officially confirmed the signing of PSG winger Bradley Barcola.
Arsenal's big issue
Arsenal's biggest shortcoming in the transfer market has been laid bare by their deal to sell Fabio Vieira to Hamburg.
Grealish's choice
Jack Grealish is expected to leave Man City before the deadline, but who should he join?
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