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Youssouf Fofana holds up a Sevilla FC shirt during his presentation as the club's new midfielder from AC Milan.

LaLigaTransfers6 September 2026

Fofana Imagines the Sánchez-Pizjuán as a 'Boiling Pot' in Sevilla Unveiling

Youssouf Fofana, the latest Sevilla FC signing, has already joined training and made the squad for the match against Espanyol. The French midfielder, on loan from AC Milan after his move to Lyon collapsed, spoke of his excitement about experiencing the atmosphere in Nervión. He says he arrives to rediscover the joy of playing and to help push the team back toward the top.

varela·5 min read

Richard Hughes watching a Liverpool match from the stands at Anfield during his time as sporting director.

LiverpoolPremier League6 September 2026

Liverpool spent £670m under Richard Hughes and got worse: the full breakdown

Richard Hughes leaves Liverpool with a Premier League title to his name and almost £670m spent on new signings in little over a year. The team has regressed since winning the league under Arne Slot, leaving an unfinished rebuild and several key positions to address. His departure increases the urgency at Anfield ahead of the next transfer window.

Javi

·6 min read

Thiago Freitas, chief operating officer of Roc Nation, pictured with the sports management agency's corporate branding.

TransfersReal Madrid6 September 2026

Inside the Record Diomande Deal and Vinicius Renewal: “It Was a Trilogy of Romance Movies”

Thiago Freitas, chief operating officer of Roc Nation, explains how the sports agency founded by Jay-Z closed its two biggest deals of the summer with Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior's contract extension and Yan Diomande's move as the most expensive signing in the club's history.

varela·7 min read

Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr dribbles with the ball during a Premier League match at Selhurst Park.

Premier LeagueTransfers5 September 2026

Liverpool could return for Sarr in January: Sunday's transfer gossip

Liverpool are weighing up a fresh approach for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr when the January window opens after failing to agree a deal in the summer. Richarlison is eyeing a move to Saudi Arabia following the collapse of his switch to Trabzonspor, while several Premier League clubs are working on contract renewals and new signings. Here are the day's biggest stories.

Matt

·6 min read

Anis Hadj Moussa during a Feyenoord training session before going on strike over a potential transfer to Saudi club Al-Ittihad.

TransfersChampions League5 September 2026

Anis Hadj Moussa goes on strike at Feyenoord and puts Barcelona clash in doubt

Anis Hadj Moussa missed Feyenoord's match against NEC Nijmegen and is now considered to be on strike. The French-Algerian winger is pushing for a move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad, who have offered 37 million euros. His availability for the Champions League tie against Barcelona is seriously under threat.

InfoBlaugrana

·6 min read

Richard Hughes, Liverpool sporting director, watches a training session at Anfield before his move to Al-Hilal was announced

LiverpoolTransfers5 September 2026

Richard Hughes steps down as Liverpool sporting director to join Al-Hilal

Richard Hughes has resigned as Liverpool sporting director and is set to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal. Hughes had been at Anfield since June 2024 and his departure was widely expected despite a contract running to June 2027. His exit adds to a summer of major change at the club, which is now looking for its fifth sporting director since 2022.

InfoBlaugrana

·6 min read

Archive photograph of a Premier League stadium with the pitch lit up, symbolising the transfer market.

Premier LeagueTransfers5 September 2026

Chelsea Turn Down Bissouma Offer as Arsenal Weigh £68m Bid for Raphinha

Chelsea passed on the chance to sign Yves Bissouma as a replacement for Enzo Fernandez, while Arsenal are considering a £68m move for Barcelona winger Raphinha. Manchester City and Chelsea also saw bids rejected for Adam Wharton, with Crystal Palace holding firm. The January window is already taking shape across the Premier League.

Javi

·6 min read

Roberto De Zerbi gives instructions from the touchline in the Tottenham dugout during a Premier League match.

Premier LeagueTransfers5 September 2026

Richarlison left out of Tottenham squad: De Zerbi confirms Brazilian turned down new deal

Roberto De Zerbi left Richarlison out of Tottenham's Premier League squad and said it was the Brazilian's own decision after he declined a contract extension. Tottenham brought in Omar Marmoush and Mykhailo Mudryk to strengthen the attack. Elsewhere, Xabi Alonso backed Reece James to shine in midfield for Chelsea and Enzo Maresca defended Enzo Fernández amid criticism over his record transfer fee.

InfoBlaugrana

·8 min read

Xabi Alonso speaks during a press conference ahead of Chelsea's Premier League match against Arsenal

TransfersPremier League4 September 2026

Xabi Alonso urges Chelsea to look forward after Enzo Fernández joins Manchester City

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso addressed Enzo Fernández's move to Manchester City on Friday, a transfer completed for 145 million euros. Speaking before Sunday's clash with Arsenal, Alonso said all decisions were made together and stressed his satisfaction with the current squad. He also avoided going into detail about the failed deal for Lamine Camara.

Matt

·5 min read

A footballer celebrates a goal in front of a packed stand while a scoreboard shows a transfer fee of one hundred million pounds.

Premier LeagueTransfers4 September 2026

Can a footballer ever be worth £100m? Inside the Premier League's inflated market

A summer of nine-figure transfers has reignited the debate over what a footballer is really worth. Data suggests a single signing barely moves a Premier League club's points total, yet the market keeps inflating. The real difference, analysts say, lies in developing the squad you already have.

Matt

·6 min read