Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea sign Aubameyang, Arsenal’s Luiz bid rejected, Liverpool confirm Arthur
Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, Man City, Leeds, Barcelona, PSG and many more were busy on deadline day
The transfer window closed with a flurry of late activity, as Chelsea signed the former Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a two-year deal from Barcelona. Aubameyang, who will wear the number 9 shirt at Stamford Bridge, was finally announced after midnight and was followed by the loan signing of midfielder Denis Zakaria from Juventus as Chelsea’s busy summer of transfer business concluded with two major deals.
Liverpool signed Arthur on loan from Juventus to ease their midfield injury problems but Arsenal‘s late chase of Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz ended in disappointment. Arsenal saw three bids rejected, the last around £25m, with Aston Villa holding out for £40m for a player out of contract next summer.
Earlier, Manchester United completed the signing of Antony from Ajax for €100m in the biggest deal of transfer deadline day. The Brazilian international has put pen to paper on a contract at Old Trafford that runs until 2027, and was followed by goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, who has joined on a season-long loan from Newcastle.
Elsewhere, Manuel Akanji sealed his move to Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund on a five-year deal while Leicester made their first outfield signing of the window as they announced the arrival of Belgium international Wout Faes from Reims. He replaces Wesley Fofana, who joined Chelsea for £70m on Wednesday.
Follow all the latest twists and turns on transfer deadline day below.
Gueye returns to Everton
Idrissa Gueye has returned to Everton from Paris Saint-Germain as he has signed a two-year deal at Goodison Park.
The Senegal international described his move as “coming back home” and said he told PSG that if he were to leave, he wanted it to be for Everton.
The 32-year-old, who was one of Everton’s most successful signings of recent years in a three-season spell on Merseyside before leaving in 2019, has become Frank Lampard’s seventh summer signing.
Gueye said: “There is no better feeling than coming back home.”
Idrissa Gueye seals Everton return from PSG
The 32-year-old was one of Everton’s most successful signings of recent years in a three-season spell on Merseyside before leaving in 2019
Fulham sign Layvin Kurzawa
Layvin Kurzawa has signed for the Cottagers on a season-long loan deal from PSG. The 29-year-old left back has made over 100 appearances for the French side and will bring a wealth of experience to the newly-promoted Premier League side.
“I feel very, very happy to be here,” the 29-year-old told the club’s website. “It’s a family here, everyone is very cool.
“I’ve watched every Fulham game this season, and I can’t wait to play with this team.”
Bednarek not heading to West Ham
Jan Bednarek’s proposed move to West Ham looks off but on deadline day nothing is certain until the window closes.
The Southampton defender is thought to now be moving to another club with reports suggesting Aston Villa could be the new destination.
If Bednarek goes to the midland instead of London it could see Craig Dawson remain at West Ham instead of moving to Wolves which would be his preference.
There’s a lot going on – Jesse Marsch on Leeds’ quest to sign a new striker
Leeds boss Jesse Marsch remained tight-lipped over possible transfer targets but confirmed Elland Road was a hive of activity on deadline day.
The Whites are hoping for a successful end to their summer-long hunt for a striker after Rodrigo dislocated his shoulder in the midweek draw against Everton.
PSV Eindhoven’s Cody Gakpo has opted to remain in the Eredivisie according to some reports, while others claim Marseille’s Bamba Dieng is close to completing a deal to join the Yorkshire club.
There’s a lot going on – Jesse Marsch on Leeds’ quest to sign a new striker
Rodrigo dislocated his shoulder during the midweek draw against Everton
Dest chooses Milan over Manchester
Manchester United target Sergino Dest has opted to join AC Milan reports Fabrizio Romano.
Barcelona and United States right-back Dest will join the Serie A club on an initial season-long loan, with Milan holding an option to make the deal permanent for £17.3m (€20m).
United had been linked with a late move for the right-back but it seems as though the 21-year-old prefers a move to Italy.
Antony on reuniting with Martinez
In his first interview since joining Manchester United, the £85.4m forward spoke about how it feels to reunite with former Ajax team-mate Lisandro Martinez who has hit the ground running since making the move to Old Trafford earlier this summer.
Rodgers on deadline day and Man Utd clash
Leicester are trying to simultaneously get business done while also preparing for a Premier League clash with Manchester United this evening.
But Brendan Rodgers has played down the window being a distraction for the match at the King Power tonight.
He said: “The work will be done by other people within the club if we are able to bring any players in.
“We have a very good recruitment team and will be able to organise it well, hopefully.”
Everton keen on Spartak Moscow forward Nicholson
The Independent understands that Everton are interested in Spartak Moscow forward Shamar Nicholson.
Frank Lampard has made it clear his desire to bring more attacking players in as he has been forced to start Anthony Gordon up front so far this season.
They have signed Neal Maupay from Brighton, but Nicholson would further bolster Everton’s options.
The Jamaican, 25, scored eight goals in 16 appearances for Spartak Moscow last season.
Brathwaite leaves Barcelona
Danish forward Martin Brathwaite has departed Barcelona by mutual consent.
A club statement read: “FC Barcelona and the player Martin Braithwaite have reached an agreement for the release of the contract that the player had with the Club until the end of the 2023/24 season.
“FC Barcelona publicly expresses its gratitude to Braithwaite for his commitment and dedication and wishes him the best of luck and success in the future.”
Lille interested in loan for Everton midfielder Gomes
The Independent understands that Everton midfielder Andre Gomes could be set to join Ligue 1 side Lille on loan.
The 29-year-old Portuguese international is yet to feature for Frank Lampard’s men so far this season.
And with him somewhat surplus to requirements, Lille are preparing to pounce and secure him on a temporary basis.
However, his wages could provide a stumbling block as Gomes is on a substantial wage packet at Goodison Park.
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