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      Napoli agree deal to loan out Victor Osimhen days after transfer to Chelsea collapsed… and it’s bad news for Tottenham

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      NAPOLI have agreed to loan Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray just days after his move to Chelsea collapsed.The striker was on the brink of a stunning deadline day switch to Stamford Bridge as Chelsea prepared a loan with an obligation to buy.Victor Osimhen is closing in on a stunning loan from Napoli to GalatasarayCredit: GettyBut Osimhen’s move eventually fell through after the Nigerian was unable to agree contract terms.The collapse of his talks with Chelsea left Osimhen in limbo, with Saudi suitors Al-Ahli also abandoning their pursuit to complete a £40million deal for Brentford’s Ivan Toney.New boss Antonio Conte had already signed a replacement in Blues flop Romelu Lukaku.And all parties burned their bridges when Osimhen was left out of Napoli’s squad list for the new Serie A campaign.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, it appears the forward will not be left rotting in the reserves until January.That’s because Turkish champions Galatasaray have made a bold approach to sign Osimhen on loan for the whole season.Fabrizio Romano claims the Istanbul club have offered to cover the entirety of his massive salary, reported to be around £240,000-a-week.Napoli have now given the green light to a temporary switch.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd Galatasaray have now sent a delegation to Italy in a bid to convince Osimhen to move to Turkey’s capital.Should he accept the loan, he will find himself in an impressive squad featuring the likes of Mauro Icardi, Hakim Ziyech and Michy Batshuayi.Inside Victor Osimhen’s life as a footballerJoining Gala will also see Osimhen come up against new Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho, with the pair previously meeting during the Special One’s time at Roma.And an agreement spells bad news for Tottenham too, as they are due to play at Galatasaray in a tough Europa League clash next month. More

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      Ben Chilwell ‘thrown career lifeline’ after Chelsea star failed to secure transfer deadline day switch

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      BEN CHILWELL has been thrown a career lifeline after being offered a Chelsea escape route, reports suggest.The 27-year-old has effectively been frozen out of Chelsea’s squad by new boss Enzo Maresca after being told he does not feature in the manager’s plans.Ben Chilwell has been offered a career lifeline after failing to secure a move away from ChelseaCredit: GettyChilwell is content to stay at Stamford Bridge but has an offer from overseasCredit: GettyChilwell, who signed for the club for £45million from Leicester in 2020 and was named vice-captain last season, is down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.Marc Cucurella and new signing Renato Veiga are both ahead of him for the left-back slot.Chilwell had been joined in the Blues “bomb squad” by Raheem Sterling and Trevoh Chalobah, who both managed to secure loan deals away from the club on deadline day.However, the 21-cap England international was unable to secure a transfer despite reported interest from Brentford and Manchester United, though the latter are understood to have never initiated talks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLInstead, Chilwell, who is earning £200,000-a-week with three years to run on his deal, will have to secure a transfer overseas if he is to earn playing minutes this season.According to GiveMeSport, Chilwell is thought to be content at Stamford Bridge and will not move unless the right move presents itself.The Dutch and Portuguese transfer windows both shut tonight, as well as the transfer window for Saudi Arabia, although it’s understood Chilwell is not keen on a move to the Middle East.One window that will remain open for a while longer is the Turkish Super Lig window, which does not close until September 13.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe report claims Chilwell has been offered the chance to link up with former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho at Fenerbahce, who lost Ferdi Kadioglu to Brighton late in the window.That would see him link up with a host of ex-Premier League stars.Chelsea Player Ratings vs Crystal PalaceThese include Fred, Allan Saint-Maximin, Çağlar Söyüncü, Dusan Tadic, Sofyan Amrabat, Cenk Tosun and Edin Dzeko.Former Rangers star Ryan Kent is also at the club, along with well-known names on the continent such as Cengiz Ünder, Youssef En-Nesyri, Dominik Livakovic and Emre Mor.Chelsea are a circus – it will be TERRIBLE for football if they win anything, says Troy DeeneyCHELSEA are a circus — aren’t they?, writes Troy Deeney.But the bigger concern should be if somehow, some way, Todd Boehly’s insane master-plan brings about success this season.Finish in the top four. Win a trophy like the FA Cup.He will then turn around and say: “See, it works” and all of a sudden, other clubs will begin considering copying this mad model to try and compete in the Premier League.Before you know it, there will be a bigger divide between the top clubs and the rest and this country’s top flight will become something we have been fighting against — a Super League.The smaller sides and promoted teams will be wiped out by the elite and will end up saying, ‘What’s the point?’Football as we know it will change, and there will be no going back.As a neutral, you don’t want to wish failure on a club or a regime, but it’s depressing to think about.We should almost be looking at it in amazement — the owners have come in with this model and they’ve treated it as if they are buying stocks and shares, not players or human beings.Boehly has wiped away any sense of sentiment or old-school values from that club and the worrying thing is that he doesn’t seem to care.Does he even like football?Read Troy Deeney’s hard-hitting opinion on Boehly’s Chelsea shambles in full.Or check out all of Troy’s columns on SunSport. More

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      Fans say ‘no other club operates this way’ as Chelsea tie star man down to NINE-YEAR contract

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      CHELSEA have extended Nicolas Jackson’s contract to keep him at Stamford Bridge for the next NINE YEARS.The Senegalese forward, 23, joined from Villarreal for £32million last summer on an eight-year deal.Nicolas Jackson’s new Chelsea deal runs until 2033Credit: GettyHe scored 14 Premier League goals last seasonHe scored 17 goals in 44 appearances in his first season in England but divided opinion among Blues supporters.However, that has not stopped Chelsea bosses offering him a longer deal just 12 months after his arrival.According to The Athletic, Jackson’s new contract runs until 2033 after the club triggered an option to prolong his stay.He joins Cole Palmer in being tied down by Chelsea for the next nine years after the England international penned a new deal last month.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt means the club have 16 players on deals that run until 2030 or beyond.Some of those include Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, Mykhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke, Joao Felix and Pedro Neto.And fans are stumped as to why Chelsea seem to be the only club handing out long contracts to a huge number of players.Reacting on social media, one said: “‘Now secured for the next 9 years’. Literally no other club in world football operates this way. Insanity.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChelsea are a circus – it will be TERRIBLE for football if they win anything, says Troy DeeneyCHELSEA are a circus — aren’t they?, writes Troy Deeney.But the bigger concern should be if somehow, some way, Todd Boehly’s insane master-plan brings about success this season.Finish in the top four. Win a trophy like the FA Cup.He will then turn around and say: “See, it works” and all of a sudden, other clubs will begin considering copying this mad model to try and compete in the Premier League.Before you know it, there will be a bigger divide between the top clubs and the rest and this country’s top flight will become something we have been fighting against — a Super League.The smaller sides and promoted teams will be wiped out by the elite and will end up saying, ‘What’s the point?’Football as we know it will change, and there will be no going back.As a neutral, you don’t want to wish failure on a club or a regime, but it’s depressing to think about.We should almost be looking at it in amazement — the owners have come in with this model and they’ve treated it as if they are buying stocks and shares, not players or human beings.Boehly has wiped away any sense of sentiment or old-school values from that club and the worrying thing is that he doesn’t seem to care.Does he even like football?Read Troy Deeney’s hard-hitting opinion on Boehly’s Chelsea shambles in full.Or check out all of Troy’s columns on SunSport.While another added: “9 YEARS? 😂😂😂😂”A third responded: “What sorta contracts are they offering these guys at Chelsea? Never seen anything like this. Ever.”Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson spotted arguing with Blues team-mate after 6-0 Everton thumping as penalty row rages onAnd a fourth replied: “9 years 😭😭😭 this is imprisonment.”It is understood Jackson is “key” to new manager Enzo Maresca’s “central attacking core”.Chelsea missed out on Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney on Deadline Day.Osimhen failed to secure a move away from Napoli, while Toney joined Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli.Jackson scored and assisted in Chelsea’s 6-2 win over Wolves last weekend. More

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      ‘I’m glad he’s gone’ – Rio Ferdinand speaks out on ‘ridiculous’ Raheem Sterling transfer from Chelsea to Arsenal

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      RIO FERDINAND is happy to see Raheem Sterling put his Chelsea nightmare in the rear-view mirror.The England international completed a deadline-day loan move to Arsenal earlier this week after Blues boss Enzo Maresca told him he was surplus to requirements.Raheem Sterling was deemed to have been surplus to requirements by Chelsea boss Enzo MarescaCredit: ALAMYThat prompted the England international to join Arsenal on loan until the end of the seasonCredit: GETTYRio Ferdinand reckons the move is a great one for the 29-year-oldCredit: GETTYBarring a massive change of heart from Maresca, Sterling likely would’ve sat on the sidelines until January.And Ferdinand is pleased the veteran forward managed to avoid a prolonged period of inactivity.The former Manchester United star said on his YouTube channel: “What a mad circus act this was.”But I’m just pleased and happy that the situation got sorted out for Raheem Sterling and he got a move he wanted.READ MORE ON STERLING”‘The situation wasn’t handled properly – it could’ve been better from Chelsea. But I’m glad he’s gone now.”It’s a great business by Arsenal. From their perspective, this is a ridiculous bit of business.”You’re getting an experienced winger who has won four league titles, he knows how to get it done.”He’s played for some of the biggest clubs this country has to offer.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArsenal ratings vs BrightonARSENAL drew 1-1 with Brighton in a game that turned when Declan Rice was sent off for a daft second booking.Here, we take a look at how the players rated…David Raya – 6/10Initially had very little to do but was solid on the few occasions he was called upon. Denied Yankuba Minteh in the first half with a routine save.Stopped his side from going 2-1 down in the 75th minute, brilliantly saving Yasin Ayari’s shot at a largely open goal.Ben White – 6Spent large portions of the match in the Brighton half supporting Saka.Was solid defensively against the tricky Karou Mitoma.William Saliba – 6Continues to show an incredible ability to read the game and positional awareness. Thwarted the few Brighton attacks which managed to make their way into the box before Rice’s red.Gabriel – 5Marshalled the defence well with Saliba but seldom found himself in a one-on-one situation before Rice’s red. Was too far apart from the Frenchman in the build-up to Brighton’s equaliser.Jurrien Timber – 6Switched off and allowed Minteh to ghost in behind him for a header early in the first half but was solid after that lapse in concentration.Martin Odegaard – 7Was at the centre of everything good the Gunners did, pulling the strings from the first minute of the match.Should’ve put his side ahead in the 17th minute when he ghosted onto a cross into the box.Thomas Partey – 6Anchored the midfield well and showed new signing Mikel Merino that he won’t give up his place in the starting XI without a fight.Declan Rice – 4Tenacious on the left side of the midfield and was a threat going forward in the first half.Stupidly put his team under pressure just after the restart by getting himself sent off for kicking the ball away.Bukayo Saka – 7Was lively from the outset, tormenting Seagulls left-back Jack Hinshelwood every time he ran at him.Should have scored in the eighth minute when Odeegard beautifully teed him up for a close-range effort.Made up for his poor finish with a stellar assist for Havertz after bullying Lewis Dunk off the ball. Should’ve got a better connection on Havertz’s 77th-minute cross to restore the North Londoners’ lead.Kai Havertz – 8Was anonymous for large portions of the match but constantly made his brilliant runs in behind which created space for his team-mates.Produced a deft finish over the advancing Bart Verbruggen in the 37th minute to break the deadlock.But he missed a sitter in the 75th minute that would’ve restored his side’s advantage.Leandro Trossard – 6Struggled to get into the match against his former club and cut a frustrated figure on the left wing.But he produced a good save from Verbruggen just before the half-time interval.SubsRiccardo Calafiori – 6The Italian was thrown on to shore up the defence after Rice’s red card and did just that, as well as offering an outlet on the left wing.Gabriel Martinelli – 5Tried his best but failed to inject his usual energy into the game.Oleksandr Zinchenko – 5The Ukranian was brought on to further bolster the struggling defence but almost cost his side the game in stoppage time by allowing Carlos Baleba a free header in the box.Ferdinand reckons the addition of Sterling will help Arsenal in their bid to end their 21-year-long wait for Premier League glory.The 45-year-old continued: “He knows the path to trophies and that is invaluable.Gary Neville claims Raheem Sterling ‘may be punching back on behalf of Gallagher and Chalobah’ after Chelsea statement”How Chelsea have let that out the door I don’t know, it’s crazy.”‘his is a marriage made in heaven for Arsenal. It’s a perfect fit for me. Raheem has something to prove, too.”I think he will deliver there and I’ll say it again, I think Arsenal will win the league this year and this signing only reinforces that thought.”I think he could be that important.”Sterling, 29, watched from the stands on Saturday as the Gunners were held to a 1-1 draw by Brighton.And he’s relishing the new task ahead of him, saying: “It’s an unbelievable feeling. It’s really exciting.”It [the move] is one where we kind of left it late, but it’s one I was hoping for.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Looking at everything, I’m just, like, “this is a perfect fit for me”, and I’m super happy that we got it over the line.”Sterling could make his Arsenal bow a week on Sunday when the Gunners face Tottenham Hotspur in the first North London derby of the season. More

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      Chelsea finally complete Jadon Sancho loan-to-buy transfer as Man Utd suffer £50m LOSS on out-of-favour star

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      CHELSEA have finally confirmed Jadon Sancho’s loan move from Manchester United – nearly 21 hours AFTER the transfer deadline.The ex-England winger, 24, has switched for the rest of the season – with the Blues then obliged to buy him for a reported £23milion fee.Chelsea belatedly unveiled the signing of Jadon SanchoCredit: GettyThe winger says he’s delighted to move back to LondonCredit: GettyThat means the Red Devils will make a staggering £50m loss on the former Borussia Dortmund star.Sancho told the Chelsea website: “I’m really excited to be here. London is where I grew up and I’m happy to be back.”The manager spoke to me about the project and, for a young player, it’s exciting. Hopefully I can bring goals and assists to the Bridge.”It’s claimed Chelsea’s obligation will only kick in if they finish above 14th place in the Premier League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShould they do so, Sancho would then sign a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge.A handful of other moves were completed after the window shut at 11pm on Friday – as deal sheets were submitted in time to be finalised by 1am on Saturday.But bizarrely Chelsea only announced Sancho’s move at 7.30pm on Saturday.Sky Sports claim that Chelsea chiefs see the chance to sign Sancho “as too good to turn down”.Most read in FootballSancho has joined Chelsea on loan with an obligation to buyCredit: RexHe had a huge public fall out with Erik ten Hag last seasonCredit: ReutersFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd the West London club are confident they can “get the best out of him” despite a troubled time at Old Trafford. Chelsea are able to afford the winger as Raheem Sterling has left the club to sign for Arsenal on a season-long loan. Jamie Carragher says ‘players should stop joining Chelsea’ and ‘sign a four-year deal at a proper club’ in stunning rantSancho’s move comes three years after United bought him from Dortmund for £73million.But he has had a nightmare since returning to his homeland, finding the back of the net just 12 times in 83 games for Man Utd.He also had a huge public spat with Erik ten Hag that saw him banished from the squad before being loaned back to Dortmund in January.In a bombshell Instagram post last September, Sancho said he was made a “scapegoat” by the manager after he was left out a matchday squad for supposedly not performing in training.The player then refused to apologise to Ten Hag and he was subsequently banned from all first-team facilities at the club’s training ground.He appeared to have resolved his dispute with the Dutchman over the summer, having featured in pre-season and the Community Shield loss to Manchester City.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut the rumours continued to swirl around his departure and now Chelsea have got their man.Sancho joins despite the Blues already bringing in Pedro Neto and Joao Felix in attacking areas this summer.Sancho had a good spell back at Dortmund after moving on loan in January More

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      Chelsea target Osimhen stripped of No9 shirt, AXED from Serie A squad list and could rot in Napoli reserves for months

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      NAPOLI superstar Victor Osimhen has been axed from the squad and stripped of his signature shirt number after his failed move to Chelsea.Osimhen, 25, has been the Italian side’s top star since his arrival from Lille in 2020 as he led them to their first Serie A title in 33 years and amassed a total of 76 goals and 18 assists in 133 appearances.Victor Osimhen has been removed from Napoli’s squad and stripped of his No9 shirtCredit: RexChelsea tried to sign Osinhen on transfer deadline day and so did Al-AhliCredit: RexHowever, the striker has now found himself out in the cold following the Blues’ failed last-ditch effort to sign him on Friday’s transfer deadline day.The Nigeria international also came close to moving to Saudi Arabia for Al-Ahli but they instead landed Ivan Toney from Brentford.According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Napoli’s new manager Antonio Conte has wielded the axe and removed Osimhen from his senior squad.Conte also took his No9 shirt away and gave it to his replacement in attack Romelu Lukaku, who reunited with the Italian tactician following his move from Chelsea.Read More on FootballNow Osimhen is facing the possibility of being sidelined with the reserves until January.The Nigerian’s contract with Napoli also doesn’t run out until 2026, meaning he might be stuck at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium until next summer.Chelsea made a final offer to the centre-forward in the dying hours of the summer window but did not hear back from him.There were even reports of club chiefs flying to Naples on Friday to persuade the forward to join, but to no avail.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAl-Ahli were understood to have agreed a £67million deal with Napoli.Osimhen looked set to move to Saudi Arabia but demanded wages worth £500,000-a-week.Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese modelThat was a figure neither Chelsea nor Al-Ahli were willing to splash out.Osimhen’s options are running thin, however the Saudi transfer window isn’t running out until More

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      Transfer Deadline Day LIVE: Jadon Sancho closing in on late Chelsea switch, Blues BOOST in Osimhen chase, Toney blow

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      TRANSFER Deadline Day is here – with clubs against the clock to finalise their summer business with just hours remaining!And Chelsea have been given a major boost in their hopes of signing Victor Osminhen from Napoli before the window slams shut tonight at 11pm. While the Blues have also made a dramatic bid for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho on loan with an obligation to buy, according to David Ornstein.Elsewhere, Newcastle are reportedly set to walk away from their long-running pursuit of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow all the latest from Deadline Day with our live blog below…Cardiff to splash out for Salzburg strikerRB Salzburg striker Roko Simic is reportedly poised to join Cardiff – despite interest from Championship leaders Sunderland.The 20-year-old will cost around £1.7milion, plus about £400,000 in add-ons.The Milan-born ace has notched eight goals in 17 games for Croatia Under-21s.Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano say Cardiff have “agreed a deal” for Simic.But Romano believes the starlet will then get a “direct loan to Kortrijk” – in Belgium.Copy linkCopied’Sterling unlikely to be part of Sancho deal’Raheem Sterling is not expected to join Manchester United in any exchange deal for Jadon Sancho.Chelsea are in talks over recruiting Red Devils’ winger Sancho, initially on loan.But it appears Sterling switching in the opposite direction is not one of the likeliest options.Other Prem clubs like Arsenal and Crystal Palace have been linked with Sterling.Copy linkCopiedReal midfielder ‘snubs Championship’ for BrazilReal Madrid midfielder Reinier is heading for Brazil – not the Championship.The Brazilian, 22, will join Granada on loan for the season.Norwich were among the English clubs reportedly interested in the former Flamengo starlet.The Under-23 international cost Real £25million in 2020 on a six-year deal.But he failed to earn a first-team spot, instead being loaned to Borussia Dortmund, Girona and Frosinone.Copy linkCopiedPrem clubs back on red alert over OsimhenPrem clubs like Chelsea hunting Victor Osimhen could be boosted by Al-Ahli reacting angrily to a price hike hike from Napoli.The Saudi Pro League outfit agreed a deal worth around £67million to sign the Nigerian striker, 25.But Sky Sports say Napoli raised their asking price – with Al-Ahli chiefs refusing to budge.The Saudi outfit are also working on a deal for Brentford’s Ivan Toney and cannot sign both.That would clear the way for Chelsea to try and land Osimhen.The hotshot’s staggering £500,000-a-week demands are likely to prove a huge stumbling block, however.Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has introduced a wage structure, relying on long-term deals with smaller salaries to tempt stars into moves.Copy linkCopiedFans say Utd are ‘finished’ as Sofyan joins MourinhoManchester United fans claim the club is “finished” after Sofyan Amrabat joined Fenerbahce – managed by ex-Old Trafford chief Jose MourinhoThe former Red Devil loanee midfielder, 28, moves to the Turkish giants in another temporary move.Amrabat, 28, is in the final year of his deal in Italy and will now link up with a number of ex-Man United players.One fan said of a snap of Amrabat looking happy in a Fenerbahce top: “That smile is like ‘I’ll see you soon Manchester United’. We’re finished.”A second wrote: “Mourinho will develop him very well.”Copy linkCopiedWolves pounce for Ajax aceWolves are poised to replace Pedro Neto with a young Portuguese pretender.Chelsea swooped for £54million winger Neto, 24, earlier this month.Now Sky Sports say Molineux chiefs have agreed a deal with Ajax for his fellow countryman Carlos Forbs.The 20-year-old will reportedly arrive on loan with an option to sign him permanently in the summer for around £11.3m.Forbs has won three Under-21 caps.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedChelsea locked in talks with Utd over SanchoChelsea’s approach for Jadon Sancho is the big story around Old Trafford – with less than seven hours remaining of the transfer window.It’s understood the Blues have asked the Red Devils about a loan move.And if Sancho then met certain conditions – likely to include appearances – then Chelsea would have an obligation to buy.It’s thought the two Prem giants are currently in negotiations over the 24-year-old.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHalid switches from Everton to Serie BEverton midfielder Halid Djankpata has joined Spezia.The Italy Under-19 star arrived at the Toffees five years ago after a trial with Manchester City’s academy.The Togo-born 19-year-old is now off to Serie B for an undisclosed fee. Copy linkCopiedGunners bag NetoArsenal have landed Bournemouth keeper Neto.The once-capped Brazilian, 35, arrives after Aaron Ramsdale’s departure to Southampton.The Gunners had been linked with Espanyol’s Joan Garcia.But instead they’ve landed an experienced Prem stopper.Neto joined Bournemouth from Barcelona in 2022.He previously played for Valencia, Juventus and FiorentinaCherries’ stopper Neto has switched to the EmiratesCredit: PACopy linkCopiedEmery ‘happy with Villa business’Aston Villa boss Unai Emery appears content with his summer transfer dealings.Everton’s defensive midfielder Amadou Onana and Chelsea left-back Ian Maatsen were the main recruits for the new Champions League entrants.And asked if he was satisfied with his business, Emery replied: “Yes very happy.”We did the things we were planning at the beginning. The squad we have now with some very important player like Mings, Cameron, Emi Buendia, they are coming back progressively.”They are getting better and feeling better.”The players we have added this year into the squad I am very happy.”Copy linkCopiedString of clubs aiming for CannonLeicester City’s Tom Cannon is reportedly the loan target for a host of Championship teams.The one-cap Republic of Ireland striker, 21, has notched three goals in 16 games for the Foxes since arriving from Everton in September 2023.The BBC reckon Stoke are amongst the clubs considering a temporary move for the ex-Preston loanee. Copy linkCopiedPompey swoop for Fulham defenderFulham centre-back Ibane Bowat has joined Championship side Portsmouth for an undisclosed fee.The Londoner, 21, joined the Cottagers in 2018 from Chelsea.He’s won five Scotland Under-21 caps. Sky Sports say Bowat has penned a three-year deal with the option for an other 12 months.Copy linkCopiedUnited on brink of sealing Ugarte dealPSG anchorman Manuel Ugarte is expected to become Manchester United’s last big signing of the summer.The Uruguayan, 23, would be the fifth recruit of the Ineos regime.But Red Devils’ fans are still waiting for an official announcement.Copy linkCopiedEverton keeper steps down to L2Everton goalkeeper is off on loan to League Two Accrington Stanley for the rest of the season.The former Fleetwood star, 24, moved to Goodison Park two years ago.He’s a former England Under-20 star.Copy linkCopiedArsenal could ditch wideman bidArsenal are tipped NOT not pursue a new winger in the last few hours of the transfer window.That could dampen talk of a swoop for Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling.And speculation over Bayern Munich’s Kingsley Conan could also ease now.Copy linkCopiedBoro win Doak raceMiddlesbrough have won the race to sign Ben Doak from Liverpool.The 18-year-old forward is set to undergo a medical with Boro ahead of a season-long loan.Copy linkCopiedPalace eye ChalobahCrystal Palace are considering a late move for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.The centre-back would join Palace on loan, according to Sky Sports, following an injury to Chadi Riad.A formal approach has been made as the hours tick away on deadline day.Copy linkCopiedCity ‘risk’Pep Guardiola has admitted it is a “risk” not to have replaced Julian Alvarez this summer.The forward left Manchester City for Atletico Madrid earlier in the window.Guardiola told reporters: “I’m happy with the squad. We didn’t expect Julian was leaving, although he had conversations a long time ago with other clubs and his agent, so it could happen and in the end it happened.“We saw what we have, if we have many, many injuries it will be a problem, but in a few months Oscar Bobb will be back (from injury) and Phil (Foden) is in that position, McAtee can play in that position, Gundogan can play in that position, Bernardo…“They are different players to Erling of course. Maybe it is a mistake, I don’t know, but I don’t like leaving players without playing for a long time. When everyone is involved with a chance to play the performance of the teams is always better.“I know the group and how serious and professional they are and their commitment in every single game. We are pretty sure it is better to wait.”Copy linkCopiedChelsea clearoutPaddy Power have poked fun at Chelsea’s summer transfer business with a brutal billboard outside Stamford Bridge.As many as 13 players were exiled from the first-team this month in a bid to force through transfers away from the club.The bookmaker has now placed a “clearance sale” sign outside the Blues’ home telling clubs “21 players must go” for “low prices”.It also reads: “Chelsea clearance. Offer ends 11pm August 30th. Enquire now (ask for Todd).”Credit: x / @paddypowerCopy linkCopiedSouthampton businessSouthampton are working on a pair of deals ahead of the transfer deadline.The Saints are in advanced talks with New England Revolution for England youth international Noel Buck.Meanwhile, they are also pushing to bring Ryan Fraser back to St. Mary’s.The winger is currently a free agent after leaving Newcastle and spent last season on loan at Southampton.Copy linkCopiedOsimhen updateChelsea are hopeful they can still sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli.According to The Athletic, the Blues are awaiting the green light from the forward before moving forward with talks between the clubs.Osimhen has agreed to join Al-Ahli but the Saudi club are favouring the signing of Ivan Toney.Al-Ahli do not have enough foreign player registration slots to sign both Osimhen and Toney.Credit: RexCopy linkCopiedComan rejects offerArsenal target Kingsley Coman has rejected an offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.The Bayern Munich winger is also understood to have turned down approaches from Europe on deadline day.He is now expected to stay at Bayern, despite interest from the Gunners.Copy linkCopiedAntony staying putAntony will not be leaving Manchester United before the transfer deadline.The winger had been linked with a loan move to Spanish side Real Betis.However, he wants to stay at United and is now set to remain at Old Trafford.Copy linkCopiedBREAKING: Sancho bidChelsea have submitted a bid for Jadon Sancho, reports Fabrizio Romano.The Blues have launched a loan proposal for the winger, thought to be similar to the offer made by Juventus.Sancho is open to the move and keen to join Chelsea, with the transfer now up to the two clubs.Credit: AlamyCopy linkCopiedUnited explore dealManchester United are reportedly exploring a deal for Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka.According to Sky Sports, it is a separate transfer to Jadon Sancho’s potential move to Stamford Bridge.Chukwuemeka is one of several Chelsea players who could leave on deadline day.Copy linkCopied More

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      Transfer Deadline Day LIVE: Osimhen ‘to Chelsea LATEST’, Toney ‘set for Saudi switch’, Newcastle dealt huge Guehi blow

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      TRANSFER Deadline Day is here – with clubs against the clock to finalise their summer business.Chelsea reportedly remain in talks to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli, with time running out for the Blues to complete a deal.Meanwhile, Ivan Toney is expected to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli on a three-year deal, according to reports.Elsewhere, Newcastle are reportedly set to walk away from their long-running pursuit of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow all the latest from Deadline Day with our live blog below…Coman considering optionsArsenal target Kingsley Coman is weighing up his future tonight, according to reports.The French winger has some of Europe’s top clubs chasing him and Saudi side Al-Hilal.He is also still open to staying at Bayern Munich.Copy linkCopiedDeals to keep an eye onHere are five of the biggest Deadline Day deals that could go through today.Copy linkCopiedWest Ham’s firesaleWest Ham are looking to offload a number of players on Deadline Day.Maxwel Cornet is set to go to Southampton on loan, with the Saints and Nottingham Forest rumoured to be keen on James Ward-Prowse.Kurt Zouma and Nayef Aguerd could head to Saudi clubs.The future of Danny Ings is also unclear. If West Ham can shift some of these players, the club could sign PSG star Carlos Soler.Copy linkCopiedIt’s Deadline DayDeadline Day is upon us. Keep track of all the transfer drama here until the window slams shut at 11pm.Across Europe – the Bundesliga window will close at 7pm, Ligue 1 at 10pm and Serie A and La Liga close at 11pm. Copy linkCopiedArsenal eye Neto dealArsenal are interested in Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto, according to reports.The Cherries have signed Chelsea stopper Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan and are now open to potentially letting Neto leave.Neto, 35, has two years left on his contract at the Vitality Stadium.Arsenal are still working on a deal for Espanyol star Joan Garcia and a move has not been ruled out.The Gunners need a new No2 to allow Aaron Ramsdale to join Southampton.Copy linkCopiedJohnstone has medical at WolvesSam Johnstone has completed his medical at Wolves ahead of a £10m move from Crystal Palace.The 31-year-old has been capped by England four times.Wolves will also confirm the signing of Brazil star Andre for £21m tomorrow.Copy linkCopiedDONE DEAL: Amdouni leaves BurnleyZeki Amdouni has left Burnley on loan and signed for Benfica.The Swiss striker will spend one season with the Portuguese giants.Amdouni scored six goals for the club last season.Copy linkCopiedDONE DEAL: Leicester sign El KhannoussLeicester have confirmed the signing of Bilal El Khannouss from Genk.The attacking midfielder, 20, has signed a four-year deal at the newly-promoted club.Leicester have forked out £19.5m on the Morrocan star, who will wear the No11 shirt. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedSancho in limboJadon Sancho’s move to Juventus is currently on standby and it is unlikely he will join the club, according to reports.He has been in discussions with the Italian giants and Chelsea over personal terms.Sancho supposedly prefers a move to the Blues over Juve.Copy linkCopiedWard-Prowse interestWest Ham are reportedly open to cashing-in on James Ward-Prowse should they receive a good enough offer.Nottingham Forest are interested in a Deadline Day move but the deal is not thought to be close.His former club Southampton have also been linked with the player. Copy linkCopiedMangala’s Prem returnOrel Mangala is set to return to the Premier League just eight months after leaving for Lyon.The midfielder was on the books of Nottingham Forest – but joined the French side in January.He is now all set to head back to England and sign for Everton with a medical booked. Copy linkCopiedVilla loan out Barrenechea Aston Villa are ready to loan out midfielder Enzo Barrenechea to Valencia.The Argentine star arrived alongside Samuel Illing-Junior in a deal thought to be related to the sale of Douglas Luiz to Juventus.Illing-Junior has been loaned out to Bologna this season, who will meet Villa in the Champions League.Copy linkCopiedNewcastle ‘set to walk away from Guehi deal’The Magpies are reportedly ready to give up on long-term target Marc Guehi after growing tired of negotiating with Crystal Palace.Newcastle offered a club record £65million plus £5million in add-ons for the centre-back.Some reports state that the London club are holding out for a whopping £75million for the England international.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedMixed news for WolvesHighly-rated Brazilian midfielder Andre is saying goodbye to his team-mates at Fluminense ahead of a move to Wolves.He is ready to undergo a medical tomorrow ahead of a £21m move.However, Wolves will not be signing Burnley’s Luca Koleosho as the £33m price tag is seen as too much. Copy linkCopiedBroja’s move offArmando Broja’s move to Ipswich is now 100 per cent off, according to reports.SunSport exclusively revealed at the weekend that the striker’s medical at Portman Road highlighted an Achilies problem.Both Chelsea and Ipswich remained in talks – but the deal is now dead. Copy linkCopiedWeghorst joins AjaxFormer Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst has signed for Ajax.The Dutchman has left Burnley and signed a two-year contract at his homeland club.Weghorst spent last season away from Turf Moor at German side Hoffenheim. Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedNo Sancho returnJadon Sancho will not be returning to Borussia Dortmund this month.Club officials have dismissed reports linking them with a move for the Manchester United winger as “nonsense”, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.There had been claims this week that Sancho could be involved in a swap deal that would see Donyell Malen move to Old Trafford.The United star previously returned to Dortmund on loan for the second half of last season.Copy linkCopiedOsimhen updateChelsea and Al-Ahli have both held talks over the signing of Victor Osimhen.According to Fabrizio Romano, the Blues have spoken with the player about his salary.The Premier League side are willing to launch a loan bid with an obligation to buy.Meanwhile, Al-Ahli have proposed a four-year deal worth up to £25million-per-year.Copy linkCopiedBREAKING: Liverpool sign ChiesaLiverpool have completed the signing of Federico Chiesa from Juventus.The 26-year-old becomes the first signing for new manager Arne Slot.Chiesa joins the Reds for £10million and could make his debut against Manchester United this weekend.Copy linkCopiedMaupay dealMarseille have agreed a deal to sign Neal Maupay from Everton.According to L’Equipe, the forward will sign on loan with an obligation to buy for £3.5million next summer.Everton also have a 20 per cent sell-on clause included in the deal for Maupay.Copy linkCopiedArsenal bidArsenal have launched a bid for Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia.The Spanish stopper is the club’s planned replacement for Aaron Ramsdale, who is set to join Southampton.Fabrizio Romano report the Gunners have submitted a £17million offer, but Espanyol want Garcia’s £25million release clause to be triggered instead.The player has already agreed personal terms with Arsenal.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedDendoncker demandAston Villa midfielder Leander Dendoncker is attracting interest from clubs in England and Europe ahead of the transfer deadline.According to Het Nieuwsblad, Anderlecht are the latest side to enter the race for the Belgian.Dendoncker has also been linked with former club Wolves and Las Palmas in Spain.The 29-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Napoli.Copy linkCopiedLacroix medicalMaxence Lacroix will travel to London today for his Crystal Palace medical, report RMC Sport.The Wolfsburg defender is set to join the Eagles in a £17million deal.Lacroix will become the club’s fourth first-team signing following the arrivals of Ismaila Sarr, Chadi Riad and Daichi Kamada.Eddie Nketiah is also on the verge of joining from Arsenal before the window closes.Copy linkCopiedAnother Chelsea keeper on the moveFollowing Kepa Arrizabalaga’s loan exit, Djordje Petrovic is also set to leave Chelsea.The Serbian has agreed terms on a new deal with the Blues ahead of joining Strasbourg for the season, reports Fabrizio Romano.Petrovic signed from MLS side New England Revolution last summer and has since made 31 appearances in West London.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedKepa joins CherriesKepa Arrizabalaga has completed a season-long loan move to Bournemouth.The world’s most expensive goalkeeper has departed Chelsea as they start clearing their ‘bomb squad’.He previously spent last season on loan at Real Madrid, making 20 appearances.Copy linkCopied More