The summer transfer window is open, and the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in daily for all the latest transfer buzz until the window closes on Sept. 1.
👉 Biggest summer signings so far
Chelsea land Dibu
Chelsea, looking for an upgrade on current starting goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign Argentine international Emiliano Martinez for £7.5 million.
The 33-year-old netminder, who was being chased by Juventus earlier this summer before that potential deal collapsed, will ink a two-year contract with the Blues. (The Telegraph)
Aug. 27
Big fee for Jackson: Aston Villa agreed to sign Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for a package totaling £65 million. The Villans will pay an initial £47.5 million for the Senegalese striker. (The Athletic)
Latest on Leao: Galatasaray reached an agreement with AC Milan to sign Rafael Leao for €45 million plus bonuses. But Unai Emery is still working hard to bring the winger to Aston Villa. Both suitors are waiting for the Portuguese international to make a decision. (Fabrizio Romano)
Ndiaye rejects extension: Manchester City and Arsenal are both interested in signing Iliman Ndiaye after the winger rejected an offer to extend his Everton deal. The Toffees would demand around £80 million. (talkSPORT)
Munoz on the move: Nottingham Forest are trying to sign Daniel Munoz from Crystal Palace. Oliver Glasner is keen to reunite with the Colombian wing-back, and Forest have offered a £22-million package to Palace. (The Athletic)
Como making moves: Como have an agreement in place with Fiorentina to sign Italian striker Moise Kean for €40 million. Once Kean leaves, Fiorentina will turn around and complete the signing of Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United on an initial loan that includes an option to buy. (Fabrizio Romano)
Buying local: Como are also on the verge of adding another Italian talent in the form of Samuele Ricci. The Champions League newcomers will sign the holding midfielder from AC Milan on an initial loan worth €1.5 million, and they'll have a €22-million purchase option. (Fabrizio Romano)
Napoli seeking striker: Napoli have made contact with Newcastle to ask about Nick Woltemade's availability. The Italian club is also in talks with Chelsea over Marc Guiu. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 26
Liverpool ask about Sarr: Liverpool's continued search for another winger led them to Crystal Palace's door, where they asked about Ismaila Sarr. Palace boss Pierre Sage is hopeful Sarr will remain at the club. (BBC Sport)
Watkins waves goodbye: Al-Hilal are finalizing a deal for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins. The England international is expected to move for £50 million and sign a three-year contract with the Saudi club. (The Athletic)
Jack to Black Cats: Sunderland have submitted an offer to Manchester City to sign playmaker Jack Grealish on an initial loan with part of his salary covered. Sunderland are also pursuing Marseille's Igor Paixao in a bid to boost their attacking options. (The Athletic)
Honesty the best policy: Chelsea are closing in on a deal for promising Italian defender Honest Ahanor. The Blues are expected to acquire the 18-year-old from Atalanta for around £36 million. (Sky Sport Italia)
Busy Bees: Brentford are close to striking an agreement with West Ham for exciting left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf. The Bees are willing to pay £40 million for the 21-year-old Senegalese international. (Foot Mercato)
Aug. 25
Arsenal still want Alvarez: Arsenal remain vigilant in the hunt for Julian Alvarez. The Gunners believe they can reach an agreement with Atletico Madrid over a transfer fee, but they'll only submit an offer if the Argentine indicates that he's open to the move. (Fabrizio Romano)
Martinelli on his way out: Al-Hilal are in advanced talks to sign Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal for over €65 million. The Saudi club is confident of striking a deal for the Brazilian international. (Fabrizio Romano)
Juve chasing Kessie: Juventus remain in talks with free-agent midfielder Franck Kessie. After finally terminating Arthur's contract, Juve are working to sell Fabio Miretti to Besiktas, which would open the door for Kessie's arrival. Al-Ittihad are also in the mix for the Ivorian, however. (Fabrizio Romano)
Steph to Swansea: Canadian international midfielder Stephen Eustaquio is close to joining English Championship club Swansea City from Porto in a transfer worth around £3.4 million. (Sky Sports)
Aug. 24
Gakpo in demand: Manchester City have entered the race to sign Cody Gakpo from Liverpool. The Dutch forward is open to leaving Anfield this summer, with Tottenham also working on a deal. (Soccer News NL)
Chelsea persistent: Chelsea have been trying to sign Alex Scott all summer. The Blues have had three offers for the midfielder rejected by Bournemouth, with the highest bid coming in at £68 million. (The i Paper)
Milan eye Mazraoui: AC Milan are considering a late move for Manchester United full-back Noussair Mazraoui. A potential deal would reunite the Moroccan international with manager Ruben Amorim. (Caught Offside)
Aug. 23
An Enzo reunion: Manchester City are prepared to meet Chelsea's £120-million asking price for Enzo Fernandez. The move would reunite the Argentine midfielder with Enzo Maresca, the current Man City boss who was previously at Stamford Bridge. (Football Insider)
Balde signs off: Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde has given his agent Jorge Mendes authorization to negotiate a transfer to Manchester United before the summer transfer window closes. (Sport)
Konsa's replacement: Aston Villa have contacted Belgian side Club Brugge about a potential deal for Joel Ordonez. The Villans are looking to acquire the Ecuadorian center-back following Ezri Konsa's move to Arsenal. (The Athletic)
Aug. 22
Liverpool eye alternatives: After Brighton & Hove Albion rejected a second bid for winger Yankuba Minteh, Liverpool are looking around for other options to bolster their attack. The Reds have asked Real Madrid about the availability of Brazilian forward Endrick. (The Times)
Osimhen's demands: Arsenal remain keen on a deal for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, but the Nigerian star will need to lower his wage demands for any deal to materialize. (Foot Mercato)
Aston Villa get Goretzka: Aston Villa have a verbal agreement in place to sign free agent Leon Goretzka after the German midfielder spoke directly with manager Unai Emery. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 21
Turkish delight: Arsenal are considering a move for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, but the Bianconeri don't want to sell their 21-year-old Turkish star this summer. (The Independent)
Barca's backup option: With their pursuit of Julian Alvarez continuing to cause frustration, Barcelona could turn to his compatriot Lautaro Martinez in their ongoing search for another attacker. However, Inter Milan have no intention of letting their captain leave. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Liverpool bid rebuffed: Liverpool made a £50-million offer this week to sign winger Yankuba Minteh, but Brighton turned it down. The 22-year-old is currently recovering from right leg surgery, and is expected to miss the next eight weeks. (The Athletic)
Wharton won't leave: In their search for midfield reinforcements following Rodri's move to Barcelona, Manchester City asked Crystal Palace about the possibility of signing Adam Wharton. However, the Eagles quickly informed them that the 22-year-old Englishman isn't available. (The Athletic)
