{"id":22212,"date":"2026-07-28T03:56:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T03:56:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22212"},"modified":"2026-07-28T03:56:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T03:56:09","slug":"shock-arsenal-signing-done-as-bold-chelsea-bid-confirmed-footballtransfers-recap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22212","title":{"rendered":"Shock Arsenal signing ‘done’ as bold Chelsea bid confirmed: FootballTransfers recap"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Updated: 27 Jul 2026 20:33 BST |<\/span>
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Monday delivered some huge transfer news as Arsenal were told that one of the biggest transfers ever is a “done deal.”<\/p>\n

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Plus, Chelsea plotted an audacious bid for a key target and Man Utd eyed a surprise signing. There’s plenty to cover, so let’s jump right in.<\/p>\n

Exclusive: Arsenal go all-in on Vinicius Jr <\/h2>\n
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FootballTransfers can reveal that Arsenal are willing to pay whatever it takes to sign Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr – but only on one condition.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Vini signing a done deal? <\/h2>\n
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Former Premier League manager Alan Pardew believes that Arsenal’s proposed signing of Vinicius Jr is already a “done deal.”<\/p>\n

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Chelsea to make new Scott bid <\/h2>\n
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Chelsea are planning another bid for Alex Scott despite Bournemouth repeatedly telling them that he is not for sale.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Man Utd eye Neto <\/h2>\n
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Man Utd are the latest club to be linked with Chelsea winger Pedro Neto.<\/p>\n

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Man City still in Bouaddi talks <\/h2>\n
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Man City remain locked in talks with Lille over Ayyoub Bouaddi.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Rodri decision <\/h2>\n
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PSG have made a major decision in their pursuit of Man City star Rodri – and it’s good news for Real Madrid.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Chelsea warning <\/h2>\n
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Chelsea are interested in PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye, but there are serious issues behind the scenes.<\/p>\n

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Barcelona threat <\/h2>\n
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Barcelona have the ability to complicate Real Madrid’s signing of RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande.<\/p>\n

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Chelsea want Welbeck <\/h2>\n
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Chelsea have begun exploring a shock move for Brighton striker Danny Welbeck.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Chelsea also keen on Henderson <\/h2>\n
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In addition to Welbeck, Chelsea are also exploring a deal for Brentford midfielder Jordan Henderson.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Barcola breakthrough <\/h2>\n
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Liverpool have agreed terms with PSG winger Bradley Barcola.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Clear Celtic message <\/h2>\n
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Celtic have been sent a clear message over their pursuit of Paderborn midfielder Mika Baur.<\/p>\n

READ MORE<\/b><\/p>\n

Related stories:<\/h2>\n

Arsenal Transfer News Today: Vinicius Jr deal on as formal negotiations confirmed<\/b><\/p>\n

Chelsea Transfer News Today: Welbeck talks begin as Alonso confirms plan<\/b><\/p>\n

Man Utd Transfer News Today: More business with Chelsea as winger targeted<\/b><\/p>\n

Transfer Rumours: Liverpool face Barcola twist after Arsenal receive ultimatum<\/b><\/p>\n

Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Diomande signs, Barcola to Liverpool, Musiala latest<\/b><\/p>\n

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