Xabi Alonso makes first call as Chelsea manager as Man Utd seal €50m transfer

17 May 2026 22:04 BST |
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We are approaching the end of the season as teams wrap up their campaigns and storylines ahead of the summer transfer window which will be filled with blockbuster deals.

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Wilshere warns Nwaneri of Arsenal future after admitting transfer interest

Jack Wilshere has warned Ethan Nwaneri that he will need a strong pre-season to secure his Arsenal future after a disappointing loan spell at Marseille.

Alonso makes first transfer demand at Chelsea after eyeing €57m solution to long-term issue

Xabi Alonso has reportedly made his first transfer demand to Chelsea after being appointed their new manager, with his sights set on solving a major long-term problem.

Celtic boosted as top transfer target confirms summer move

Celtic have been given a boost towards their summer transfer plans after one of their top targets confirmed he would be available for a move in the upcoming window.

McTominay seals €50m transfer for Man Utd

Scott McTominay has helped net Manchester United a significant transfer fee this summer after scoring the goal that secured Champions League football for Napoli next season.

Maresca reaches ‘agreement’ to replace Guardiola as Man City manager

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Arsenal suffer fresh Bayern Munich blow in Anthony Gordon pursuit

Arsenal have been dealt a blow in their reported pursuit of Anthony Gordon after being told Bayern Munich are not considering alternative targets to the Newcastle United forward, according to reports in Germany.

Liverpool make Bradley Barcola transfer decision after learning PSG stance

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Barcelona dealt blow as Alessandro Bastoni issues fresh transfer update

Alessandro Bastoni is prepared to stay at Inter Milan this summer in a fresh blow to Barcelona’s transfer plans, according to reports in Italy.

Rodri delivers Real Madrid transfer update – ‘I’m going to be honest…’

Rodri insists he is fully focused on helping Manchester City pip Arsenal to the Premier League title and not speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid.

Arsenal receive Julian Alvarez boost as Barcelona make transfer decision

Arsenal have been handed a boost in their reported pursuit of Julian Alvarez after being told Barcelona’s interest in signing the Atletico Madrid striker has cooled, according to reports in Spain.

Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso tells Barcelona his €100m Joao Pedro plan

Barcelona have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Joao Pedro after being told the striker will remain at Chelsea if new manager Xabi Alonso wants to keep him, according to reports in Spain.

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