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Charlton Athletic have signed full-back Ashleigh Neville from Leicester City on a two-year contract. The 33-year-old, who has made over 100 Women's Super League appearances, reunites with manager Karen Hills, having previously worked with her at Tottenham. Neville expressed excitement about the move and her role in bringing WSL experience to newly-promoted Charlton. She joined Leicester in January but the club was relegated after losing to Charlton in a play-off. A fee was likely paid by Charlton as no release clause existed. Separately, Leicester signed Republic of Ireland international Jessie Stapleton from West Ham on a three-year deal.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 29, 03:00 PM UTC

Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee, with the 27-year-old joining on a three-year deal. Kiernan spent five years at Liverpool, scoring 23 goals in 76 appearances and playing a key role in their WSL 2 title win in 2022 as top scorer with 14 goals. She leaves as Liverpool's second-highest goalscorer in the WSL era, though injuries disrupted recent seasons. After limited game time under Liverpool boss Gareth Taylor, she spent the second half of last season on loan at Nottingham Forest. Kiernan, who has 38 caps for the Republic of Ireland since her 2017 debut, previously played for West Ham and Shelbourne. Newcastle, who have made eight additions this transfer window, are preparing to challenge for the WSL 2 title. Liverpool have also signed Germany forward Vivien Endemann from Wolfsburg this summer.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 09:02 AM UTC

Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee. The 27-year-old spent five years at Liverpool, scoring 23 goals in 76 appearances and playing a key role in their WSL 2 title win in 2022 as top scorer. She spent the second half of last season on loan at Nottingham Forest and had at least a year remaining on her Liverpool contract after signing an extension in 2025. Kiernan, who has 38 caps for Ireland since her 2017 debut, found game time limited under Liverpool boss Gareth Taylor, starting just once in the WSL before her loan move. Newcastle, who have made eight additions this transfer window, aim to challenge for the WSL 2 title. Liverpool have also signed Germany forward Vivien Endemann from Wolfsburg this summer.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 09:02 AM UTC

West Ham United striker Taty Castellanos has reportedly told the club he wants to leave following their relegation to the Championship. The 27-year-old Argentina international, who joined from Lazio in January 2026 for €29 million, has no intention of playing in England's second tier and is prioritizing a return to La Liga. Spanish outlet Vamos Mi Sevilla FC reports that Sevilla and Real Betis are both pursuing the forward, setting up a transfer battle between the Andalusian rivals. Castellanos scored six Premier League goals in 18 appearances for West Ham but could not prevent relegation. A loan deal with an option or obligation to buy is considered the most likely structure, as West Ham is reluctant to take a significant financial loss. Castellanos' departure would follow other high-profile exits, including Mateus Fernandes' £85m move to Tottenham and Crysencio Summerville's £65m transfer to Al-Hilal.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 27, 11:50 AM UTC

Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 41. The announcement was made via a social media post on Saturday, where he expressed gratitude to coaches, teammates, and family. Fabianski began his career at Lech Poznan in 2004/05, later moving to Legia Warsaw, Arsenal, Swansea City, and West Ham United. At West Ham, he was coached by Portuguese manager Nuno Espírito Santo during the 2025/26 season. Over his career, he played 516 official matches, including 58 for the Polish national team. He won three major titles: the Polish league with Legia Warsaw (2005/06), the FA Cup with Arsenal (2013/14), and the Europa Conference League with West Ham (2022/23). His farewell message highlighted the lessons learned from victories, defeats, injuries, and recoveries throughout his long career.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 26, 04:55 PM UTC

Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, has been sold by relegated Premier League club West Ham United to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for a deal worth £55 million plus £5 million in add-ons (totaling over €70 million). Despite earlier bids from AS Roma (up to €47 million) and interest from Manchester United, Tottenham, and Aston Villa, Al-Hilal secured the transfer. Summerville, who impressed at the 2026 World Cup, will undergo a medical and sign a long-term contract.

29 reports · 11 sources · Updated Jul 25, 08:33 AM UTC

Chelsea have set a £25m asking price for defender Axel Disasi, who is close to leaving the club after two failed attempts to sell him in previous summers. The Blues have amortised enough of his contract to offer him at a reasonable price. Disasi, who spent a loan spell at West Ham, has proven his Premier League level as a solid box defender. Italian clubs Roma and AC Milan have enquired about the former Monaco man, though they may be reluctant to meet the full asking price. Chelsea hope to finalize a permanent sale as part of their ongoing summer transfer market activity, which has already seen major deals involving Morgan Rogers and Alejandro Garnacho.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 06:00 PM UTC

Newcastle United are in advanced negotiations to sign Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool, according to BBC Sport. The 27-year-old, who spent the second half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Nottingham Forest, still has at least a year remaining on her Liverpool contract, meaning Newcastle would likely pay a transfer fee. Kiernan has scored 23 goals in 76 appearances for Liverpool over five years, including a standout 2021-22 season where she was the club's top scorer with 14 goals as they won the WSL 2 title. She has earned 38 caps for the Republic of Ireland since her debut in 2017. However, Kiernan found playing time limited under Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor, starting only once in the WSL before her loan move. Liverpool have added attacking depth with the signing of Germany forward Vivien Endemann from Wolfsburg. Newcastle, currently in the second-tier WSL 2, have been active in the transfer window with six additions as they aim to challenge for promotion.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 06:47 AM UTC

In a World Cup semi-final match against Argentina (2-1 loss), England manager Thomas Tuchel fielded only midfielders and attackers valued at €80 million or more, highlighting the high market value of English players. Notable players included Morgan Rogers, who recently signed for Chelsea for €137 million, Anthony Gordon (€80 million to Barcelona), Harry Kane (€110 million to Bayern Munich), Jude Bellingham (€103 million to Real Madrid), Declan Rice (€116 million to Arsenal), and Elliot Anderson (€135 million to Manchester City). The article underscores the trend of English players commanding record transfer fees in recent summer windows.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 06:10 AM UTC

Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, is a top transfer target for Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham, and PSG after strong 2026 World Cup performances for the Netherlands. West Ham, relegated from the Premier League, values him at £50 million. United’s interest depends on Marcus Rashford’s future. Summerville missed a penalty in the Netherlands’ shock round-of-32 exit to Morocco, potentially accelerating a deal.

26 reports · 7 sources · Updated Jul 24, 07:16 PM UTC

The Sun's weekly Chelsea report details the club's financial paradox: despite a record £262.4 million loss and no European football next season, Chelsea shocked the football world by signing Morgan Rogers for a British record £117 million. Financial experts question how Chelsea can afford this without further major sales, potentially forcing the sale of Enzo Fernandez. Meanwhile, Chelsea faces a grueling pre-season tour covering 24,456 miles across Oceania and the Far East. On the transfer front, defender Axel Disasi has been excluded from first-team training and is valued at £25 million. AC Milan is among several Italian and French clubs interested in the French player, though he is unwilling to move to a Championship club. Chelsea is seeking a permanent transfer for Disasi.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 11:20 PM UTC

According to Foot Mercato, AS Roma has initiated contact with Chelsea and the entourage of French central defender Axel Disasi regarding a potential transfer. The 28-year-old, who is under contract with Chelsea until June 2029, spent the previous season on loan at West Ham. Chelsea is reportedly asking for approximately €20 million to sell the player. Disasi, a French international with five caps and formerly of Monaco, could be set to move to Serie A as Roma advances its transfer market activity. The report, published on July 21, 2026, indicates an exit door is opening for the defender.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 06:28 PM UTC

A RedCafe forum user analyzes Tottenham Hotspur's transfer activity for the 26/27 season, focusing on defensive signings (Robertson, Senesi, van Hecke) and the pursuit of Tonali. The user argues that while the defense is being addressed, the frontline remains the biggest issue, with only Richarlison as a reliable scorer. The analysis critiques Van de Ven's performance, suggests Robertson is in decline, and questions the fit of midfielders like Gallagher and Sarr in a two-man midfield. Transfer links to Fernandes and Summerville are discussed, with the user noting that acquiring both from West Ham is unlikely. The overall tone is skeptical about whether these moves will return Spurs to the top six.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 05:58 PM UTC

Manchester United are showing serious interest in West Ham winger Summerville, who is valued at approximately £50 million and under contract until June 2029. United have made inquiries but any move depends on offloading Marcus Rashford, as Barcelona did not activate the €30m buy option in his season-long loan, which expired on Monday. Meanwhile, Roma have submitted an €80 million bid for the player. The report suggests United may be looking for a rotation option on the wing rather than a marquee signing.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 04:27 PM UTC

This BBC Sport football gossip roundup from July 20-21, 2026, reports that Manchester United and Arsenal are competing to sign Roma midfielder Manu Kone. Arsenal have also revived interest in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who has a £77m release clause. West Ham rejected a second offer from Roma for Crysencio Summerville, with Aston Villa also considering a move. Barcelona will meet Ferran Torres to discuss his future amid PSG interest. Ipswich Town agreed a deal for Issa Diop from Fulham for £8.5m. Newcastle and Leeds are monitoring FC Midtjylland striker Franculino Dju. AC Milan target Genk winger Konstantinos Karetsas but may need to sell Rafael Leao. In EFL gossip, Brighton rejected a £5m offer for Amario Cozier-Duberry, and Middlesbrough lead the race for Tottenham's Will Lankshear.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 11:05 AM UTC

Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, aged 22, has joined Portuguese club Benfica on a season-long loan from Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr. Benfica will pay a £5.19m loan fee with an option to make the move permanent for £25.5m at the end of the 2026-27 season. Duran, a Colombia international, expressed happiness and high expectations, aiming to become champion. This marks his seventh club in seven countries, following stints at Envigado, Chicago Fire, Aston Villa, Al-Nassr, Fenerbahce, and Zenit St Petersburg. His career has been marked by rapid moves, including a £71m sale to Al-Nassr in January 2025, a cancelled loan at Fenerbahce after Jose Mourinho's sacking, and a brief spell at Zenit where he scored three goals in nine games.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 11:11 PM UTC

Italian Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio reports that AS Roma is actively searching for attacking reinforcements under new coach Gian Piero Gasperini. Sporting director Tony D'Amico stated he expects to bring in two forwards. While pursuing Mason Greenwood (currently at Fenerbahçe) without a formal offer to Marseille, waiting for West Ham's response on Summerville, and monitoring Alejandro Garnacho and Rodrigo Moreira, Roma has added Benfica winger Andreas Schjelderup to their list of targets. The 2004-born left-sided attacker impressed at the recent World Cup with one goal and three assists. Schjelderup previously spent a season under José Mourinho, making 43 appearances with 10 goals and 7 assists. He was already on Roma's radar during the winter transfer window. However, after scoring a brace against Real Madrid in the Champions League, Benfica decided to offer him a formal contract with a potential extension, complicating a potential move.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 11:02 PM UTC

The July 20, 2026 BBC Sport football gossip roundup reports that Manchester United and Arsenal are competing to sign Roma midfielder Manu Kone. Arsenal have also revived interest in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who has a £77m release clause. West Ham rejected a second offer from Roma for Crysencio Summerville, with Aston Villa also considering a move. Barcelona will meet Ferran Torres to discuss his future amid PSG interest. Ipswich Town agreed an £8.5m deal for Fulham defender Issa Diop. Newcastle and Leeds are monitoring FC Midtjylland striker Franculino Dju. AC Milan target Genk winger Konstantinos Karetsas but may need to sell Rafael Leao to fund the move.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 08:33 PM UTC

Italian journalist Matteo Moretto reported on July 20 that Roma's latest offer for Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, worth €40 million fixed plus €4-5 million in bonuses (total ~€45M), has been rejected by West Ham United. The rejection came overnight, but Roma is expected to submit a higher bid today. Moretto clarified that Summerville does not have a formal release clause but a verbal agreement with West Ham allowing departure at a specific price, which is expiring within hours. Roma has already reached a full personal agreement with the player and is making a final push. Separately, Moretto dismissed rumors linking Franck Kessié to Roma, stating the midfielder is not on Roma's transfer list and his high Saudi salary makes a return to Italy difficult unless he makes concessions.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 12:22 PM UTC

According to The Sun's Manchester United correspondent Samuel Luckhurst, the injury situation of Lisandro Martinez remains unclear after he appeared to injure his right thigh during Argentina's World Cup final loss. The 28-year-old defender received a yellow card for a tactical foul, then clutched his thigh and eventually went down. Manchester United's medical team has not yet formulated a recovery plan, and Martinez is entitled to a mandatory three-week holiday. The club expects him back during a training camp in Dublin starting August 8. Since joining Manchester United in July 2022, Martinez has suffered multiple long-term injuries including a fractured metatarsal, knee injury, calf issues, and an ACL tear, missing a total of 92 games for the club in four seasons. He has made 110 appearances, and his contract expires next year, though United is expected to trigger a one-year extension option.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 11:25 AM UTC

Mirror Football's live blog covers major summer transfer developments. Morgan Rogers is nearing a £117m move from Aston Villa to Chelsea, with a medical scheduled. Manchester United face competition for Crysencio Summerville as Roma prepare a second bid, while also targeting Roma's Manu Kone for over £42.5m. Liverpool's pursuit of Yan Diomande faces a twist as Arsenal join the race. Liverpool are also alerted to PSG's Ibrahim Mbaye being made available, and have beaten Bayern Munich to sign Colombian teenager Samuel Martinez for £740,000. Chelsea have held talks for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, valued at £55m.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 08:22 AM UTC

The BBC Sport gossip column for July 19, 2026, reports that Arsenal are considering a free transfer for Manchester City's John Stones as a potential long-term replacement for the injured William Saliba. Chelsea have held formal talks with Crystal Palace over a £55m move for defender Maxence Lacroix. Liverpool are prepared to join Manchester United in the race for Roma midfielder Manu Kone. Aston Villa have held talks with Chelsea about signing both Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho. AC Milan's Rafael Leao prefers a Premier League move, with Aston Villa a potential destination. Lazio are targeting West Ham's Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is also on Arsenal's list. Juventus's primary goalkeeping target is Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez, with David de Gea as a backup option. Everton could rival Inter Milan for Tottenham's Djed Spence.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 20, 05:59 AM UTC

This BBC Sport gossip roundup from July 19, 2026, reports that Arsenal are considering a free transfer for Manchester City's John Stones as a potential long-term replacement for injured defender William Saliba. Chelsea have held formal talks with Crystal Palace over a £55m move for French defender Maxence Lacroix. Hull City are in talks with Aston Villa for winger Leon Bailey. New Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa wants to sign Real Madrid youngsters Franco Mastantuono and Gonzalo Garcia. Aston Villa and Chelsea are monitoring Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe. Hull City are close to signing free agent Matt Targett. Liverpool are prepared to compete with Manchester United for Roma midfielder Manu Kone. Aston Villa have held talks with Chelsea over signing Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho. AC Milan's Rafael Leao prefers a Premier League move, with Aston Villa a potential destination. Lazio target West Ham's Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is also on Arsenal's list. Juventus' top goalkeeping target is Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez, with David de Gea also monitored.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 19, 08:48 PM UTC

This BBC Sport gossip roundup from July 18, 2026, reports that Tottenham are confident of signing 22-year-old Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City, according to Fabrizio Romano. Real Madrid have no intention of signing Manchester City's Rodri this summer. AC Milan are monitoring Phil Foden but any deal depends on selling Rafael Leao. Leicester City defender Ben Nelson wants to leave, with Manchester United and West Ham interested. Arsenal are set to sign 18-year-old English defender Elijah Upson after he turned down a new Tottenham contract. Joao Palhinha is expected to return to Bayern Munich pre-season, with Aston Villa links dismissed. Liverpool are set to sign 17-year-old Colombian midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional for about £750,000. Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid are interested in Tottenham's Cristian Romero. Juventus lead the race for Monaco's Folarin Balogun. Chelsea remain in talks for Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix, but the £70m asking price is stalling the deal.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 18, 08:46 PM UTC

The latest football gossip roundup from BBC Sport (July 18, 2026) highlights Tottenham's confidence in signing 22-year-old Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City. Real Madrid have no intention of signing Manchester City's Rodri this summer. AC Milan are monitoring Phil Foden but any deal depends on selling Rafael Leao. Leicester City defender Ben Nelson wants to leave, with Manchester United and West Ham interested. Arsenal are set to sign 18-year-old English defender Elijah Upson from Tottenham. Joao Palhinha is expected to return to Bayern Munich, dismissing Aston Villa links. Liverpool are signing 17-year-old Colombian midfielder Samuel Martinez from Atletico Nacional for £750,000. Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid are interested in Tottenham's Cristian Romero. Juventus lead the race for Monaco's Florian Balogun. Chelsea remain in talks for Maxence Lacroix but Crystal Palace's £70m asking price is a hurdle. Juventus also retain interest in Tottenham's Richarlison. Everton are favorites to sign Ipswich winger Jaden Philogene.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 18, 08:46 PM UTC

Manchester United are showing serious interest in West Ham winger Summerville, ranking him highly among multiple options for a potential wing signing. The club has made enquiries about his situation and is aware that a transfer would cost approximately £50 million, as Summerville is under contract with West Ham until June 2029. The move is contingent on the future of Marcus Rashford, as Barcelona did not activate the €30 million buy option in his season-long loan, which expired on Monday. This suggests United may be looking for a rotation option on the wing rather than a marquee signing.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 18, 12:32 PM UTC

This article from Record Portugal provides a live update on football transfer market rumors and confirmations as of July 18, 2026. Key developments include: Andrea Belotti failing medical tests at Cagliari, leaving him without a club after a serious injury in September 2025; Portuguese international Samu Costa reportedly agreeing to join Al Nassr (featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and João Félix), with negotiations ongoing between the Saudi club and Mallorca; Sporting planning to accelerate Maxi Araújo's contract renewal; FC Porto's signing of Hwang potentially pushing Stephen Eustáquio out; Benfica being linked to West Ham's Edson Álvarez (though Record reports no interest); Renato Sanches returning to PSG's U21 team after a loan at Panathinaikos; and António Silva's reaction to reported unhappiness at Benfica.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 18, 08:42 AM UTC

AS Roma is actively pursuing multiple transfer deals in the summer 2026 window. After failing to secure Mason Greenwood, the Serie A club is now awaiting a final response from West Ham's Crysencio Summerville, with a reported offer of 45 million euros for the Dutch international winger, who is Roma's top priority. Simultaneously, Roma is working to strengthen its defense. The club is interested in Nahuel Molina, though the Argentine prefers to wait until after the World Cup to decide his future. Roma is also monitoring Brazilian full-back Dodô, who is also being followed by Napoli. The report, sourced from Sky Sport and published by Foot Mercato, outlines Roma's dual focus on attacking and defensive reinforcements during the transfer window.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 18, 05:40 AM UTC

This BBC Sport gossip roundup from July 17, 2026, reports that Arsenal have made Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers their top attacking target, with a potential fee exceeding £100 million. Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah is set to continue his career in Turkey with Besiktas. Manchester United are interested in Nottingham Forest wing-back Neco Williams. Other notable rumors include Real Madrid's interest in Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, Tottenham rejecting a £46 million bid from Newcastle for Lucas Bergvall, and Chelsea needing £55 million for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix. Additionally, Ilaix Moriba has been offered to several Premier League clubs, Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha is attracting interest from Aston Villa, Tottenham are eyeing West Ham's Crysencio Summerville, and Cristian Romero is expected to leave Spurs.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 17, 09:42 PM UTC

This BBC Sport gossip roundup from July 17, 2026, reports that Arsenal have made Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers their top attacking target, with a potential fee exceeding £100 million. Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah is set to continue his career in Turkey, signing for Besiktas. Manchester United are interested in Nottingham Forest wing-back Neco Williams. Real Madrid are pursuing Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise. Tottenham have rejected a £46 million bid from Newcastle for Lucas Bergvall. Chelsea will need to spend £55 million for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix. Midfielder Ilaix Moriba has been offered to several Premier League clubs for around £17 million. Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha may move to Aston Villa. Tottenham are also eyeing West Ham's Crysencio Summerville, while defender Cristian Romero is expected to leave the club.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 17, 09:42 PM UTC