Manchester clubs vie for Roma star
Both Manchester City and Manchester United have their eye on France midfielder Manu Kone, with Enzo Maresca’s side now throwing their hat into the ring, according to the Mail.
The Roma star was linked to United earlier in the summer, with the Serie A side reportedly placing a price tag of around £51m on him.
A move for the 25-year-old would help supplement City’s evolving midfield, especially after the departure of Rodri.
Flo Clifford20 August 2026 13:50
Amorim to raid Man City for Dias?
AC Milan have highlighted Ruben Dias as a possible signing, with the Man City defender’s contract expiring in 2029.
The 29-year-old could remain part of Enzo Maresca’s plans this term, though a new deal is likely to be required to secure his long-term future.
Gazzetta dello Sport reports that agent Jorge Mendes could facilitate a move and become the latest Portuguese investment under Ruben Amorim.
After big signings in Diego Moreira and Goncalo Ramos, Dias could become another significant purchase as Milan look to rebuild under Amorim.
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Jack Rathborn20 August 2026 13:36
Chelsea to lock down Joao Pedro
Sky Sports reports Joao Pedro is on the verge of signing a new six-year contract with Chelsea, which would extend his stint at Stamford Bridge until at least 2032, with the option to extend for another year.
That news comes after Pedro pinched the No 9 shirt off Liam Delap, who we reported earlier could be about to return to Ipswich after an underwhelming spell with the Blues.
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Flo Clifford20 August 2026 13:20
Barcelona list three strikers as alternatives to Alvarez
Barcelona are monitoring Lautaro Martinez, reports Marca.
The Argentina striker has shone for Inter Milan in recent seasons and could now prove to be an alternative to his compatriot after Barcelona failed to make progress in negotiations with Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez.
Deco is reportedly checking on the price of Martinez, while Villarreal forwards Georges Mikautadze, available for his buy-out clause at €78m, or Ayoze Perez are seen as alternatives.
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Jack Rathborn20 August 2026 13:05
Premier League 2026/27 kits: Every home and away shirt ranked and rated
The start of the new Premier League season brings with it fresh threads across the top flight, and as ever there is an assortment of offerings.
Some are magnificent pieces of design, sartorial artworks which will be admired for years to come. Others are deeply misguided creations which should not have seen the light of day.
Here, we run the rule over this season’s home and away editions. From worst to best, here are the Premier League 2026/27 kits, ranked and rated:
Jack Rathborn20 August 2026 12:55
Arsenal explore move for Kenan Yildiz after missing out on Vinicius Jr
The Basque has long identified the left side attack as a priority position to upgrade, with Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr having been the ideal target. The Brazilian’s decision to stay at the Bernabeu caused Arsenal to reconsider the situation, and some thought has been given to waiting until either January or next summer when other deals could become possible.
Miguel Delaney20 August 2026 12:25
Man City make Adam Wharton enquiry
The 22-year-old could serve as a replacement for Rodri, as well as an alternative to Enzo Fernandez, with Chelsea imposing a deadline and a lofty £120m valuation on the Argentine star.
But Ornstein details how Crystal Palace have no intention to sell before the deadline.
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Jack Rathborn20 August 2026 12:14
Liverpool and Arsenal quiet on blockbuster Barcola move?
The talk swirling around Bradley Barcola has gone quiet this week, since Paris Saint-Germain left the France superstar out of their squad last weekend for the French Super Cup against Lens.
Both Arsenal and Liverpool have been linked with a move for Barcola, but PSG’s valuation, which has been reported to be in the region of £130m, has stalled any progress.
Barcola could be left out again this weekend as PSG begin their Ligue 1 title defence against Rennes on Sunday.
It’s seen Liverpool, who have moved to replace Mohamed Salah this summer, to assess other options, including another PSG talent: Ibrahim Mbaye.
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Jack Rathborn20 August 2026 12:00
Liam Delap could return to Ipswich, The Independent understands.
The Chelsea striker had his No 9 shirt pinched by Joao Pedro after a squad number announcement on Wednesday.
And after one underwhelming season at Stamford Bridge, the English striker could return to Portman Road on loan to regain his confidence in front of goal after just two goals in all competitions last season. Nottingham Forest are also believed to be in for the forward.
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Miguel Delaney20 August 2026 11:45
Curtis Jones set to continue English movement to Inter Milan
Curtis Jones is reported to have arrived in Milan for a medical ahead of his move to Inter – where he will find a couple of familiar faces. The Liverpool midfielder would be the third England international to join the Serie A club this summer, following Djed Spence and John Stones to Lombardy.
Harry Latham-Coyle20 August 2026 11:30