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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

🚨 Arsenal forward Kai Havertz set for spell out with knee injury. Assessments on 26yo Germany int’l at early stage so prognosis + duration unclear but #AFC actively exploring transfer market for signing to strengthen attack & provide cover @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6564371/2025/08/20/kai-havertz-injury-arsenal-latest/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

🚨 Eberechi Eze expected to start for Crystal Palace at Chelsea today. 27yo attacking midfielder being targeted by Tottenham Hotspur + #THFC pursuit ongoing but no agreement yet as #CPFC continue work on possible replacements @theathleticfc.bsky.social post @garyjacob.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6558288/2025/08/17/eberechi-eze-transfer-tottenham-crystal-palace/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

🚨 Nottingham Forest strike total agreement with Manchester City to sign James McAtee. Package for 22yo attacking midfielder worth £30m. Also sell-on + buy-back clauses included inside deal between #NFFC & #MCFC for England U21 international @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6546868/2025/08/14/nottingham-forest-james-mcatee-agree-deal-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

🚨 Newcastle United reach agreement with Aston Villa to sign Jacob Ramsey. Deal for 24yo #AVFC midfielder worth £39m fixed + £5m in difficult add-ons. Englishman travelling to take medical - #NUFC personal terms in process of being finalised @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6495539/2025/08/14/jacob-ramsey-newcastle-aston-villa-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

🚨 Everton reach agreement with Manchester City to sign Jack Grealish. Deal for 29yo #MCFC winger season-long loan - details still need finalising. England int’l medical at #EFC being arranged for today. W/ @greggevans40.bsky.social @theathleticfc.bsky.social post @Fabrizio-romano.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6538344/2025/08/11/jack-grealish-everton-loan-man-city/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

🚨 Bafode Diakate doing medical in London today before joining Bournemouth from Lille. 24yo #LOSC centre-back to sign 5yr deal after agreement struck at €35m + €5m for French defender to become 2nd most expensive #AFCB arrival of all time @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6545028/2025/08/10/bournemouth-bafode-diakite-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

🚨 Newcastle United very close to signing Malick Thiaw from AC Milan. 24yo #ACMilan centre-back waiting for permission to travel - €35m + €5m deal in process of being finalised. Germany int’l long-term target & pushed hard for #NUFC switch @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5653382/2025/08/09/newcastle-transfers-malick-thiaw-milan/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

🚨 Newcastle United considering move to sign Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto. 21yo #FCPorto striker high among small number of options to bolster attack. No formal approach or guarantee it happens but Spain int’l liked by #NUFC. W/ @adamcrafton.bsky.social @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6524702/2025/08/08/newcastle-transfers-samu-aghehowa-porto/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United strike agreement in principle with RB Leipzig to sign Benjamin Sesko. Deal for 22yo #RBLeipzig striker €76.5m + €8.5m. Slovenia international given permission to fly & do medical before completing #MUFC move @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6538359/2025/08/07/benjamin-sesko-manchester-united-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

🚨 Everton open talks with Manchester City over potential move to sign Jack Grealish. #EFC approach for 29yo #MCFC winger based on season-long loan. Complicated deal, not guaranteed to materialise but discussions happening over England int’l @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6259635/2025/08/06/jack-grealish-everton-transfer-manchester-city/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

🚨 Manchester United closing in on deal to sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. #RBLeipzig accepted €82.5m + €2.5m bid from Newcastle United but 22yo striker wants #MUFC. No club-to-club agreement yet but talks advancing towards conclusion @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6537293/2025/08/06/sesko-manchester-united-transfer-newcastle/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

🚨 BREAKING: Manchester United make offer to RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko. Proposal €75m + €10m - reflects #MUFC valuation of 22yo & they believe striker favours Old Trafford. No reply yet from #RBLeipzig. #NUFC also working to close deal @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6525259/2025/08/05/benjamin-sesko-manchester-united-rb-leipzig-transfer-update/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

🚨 EXCL: Stuttgart pursuing deal to sign Fabio Vieira from Arsenal. 25yo attacking midfielder spent last season on loan at Porto; #VfB approach relates to permanent move. No agreement yet but talks with #AFC continue for Portuguese playmaker @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6522200/2025/08/04/fabio-vieira-arsenal-transfer-stuttgart/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

🚨 EXCL: Manchester City reach agreement in principle with Ruben Dias to sign new contract. 28yo centre-back’s existing terms scheduled to expire in June 2027; fresh deal secures long-term future of Portugal international as key #MCFC player @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6083381/2025/08/04/ruben-dias-manchester-city-contract/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

🚨 Thomas Partey set to join Villarreal as free agent. 32yo midfielder available after Arsenal contract expired + signing for #VillarrealCF on 2yr deal; #UCL football important factor. Ghana int’l has completed medical ahead of proposed move @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6490861/2025/08/03/thomas-partey-villarreal-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

🚨 Alexander Isak coming back to UK & will resume training at Newcastle United. #NUFC squad returning from Asia pre-season tour missed by 25yo striker. Liverpool saw offer for Sweden int’l rejected but interest ongoing @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6529869/2025/08/02/alexander-isak-training-newcastle-united-transfer-liverpool/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

🚨 EXCL: West Ham United agree deal to sign Callum Wilson as free agent. 33yo striker available following expire of terms at Newcastle United. England int’l joining #WHUFC on 1yr contract with heavily incentive-based salary. Medical complete @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5771041/2025/08/02/callum-wilson-transfer-west-ham/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

🚨 Newcastle United submit offer to RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko. #NUFC bid made in last 24hrs, worth €75m + €5m - around asking price #RBLeipzig informed to suitors. #MUFC pursuit ongoing; no decision yet from 22yo Slovenia int’l striker @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6513448/2025/08/02/benjamin-sesko-transfer-newcastle-bid/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

🚨 EXCL: Newcastle reject official bid from Liverpool for Alexander Isak. Initial approach informal - now firm #LFC offer & turned down. #NUFC suggested new deal with 2026 release clause + senior team-mates pushed 25yo to stay but wants move @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6526892/2025/08/01/liveroool-bid-transfer-newcastle-alexander-isak-future/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

🚨 Joao Palhinha undergoing medical in Germany today ahead of joining Tottenham Hotspur from Bayern Munich. Deal for 30yo #FCBayern midfielder season-long loan + option to buy next summer at €30m. #THFC to cover full wages of Portugal int’l @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6527051/2025/08/01/joao-palhinha-tottenham-transfers-bayern/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

🚨 RB Leipzig asking price for Benjamin Sesko ~€75m guaranteed + add-ons & percentage of future sale. Fee expectation communicated to suitors for 22yo striker. #NUFC / #MUFC pursuing but no agreements yet with #RBLeipzig or Slovenia forward @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6519737/2025/07/30/benjamin-sesko-manchester-united-transfers/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Chelsea reach total agreement with Ajax to sign Jorrel Hato, subject to #Ajax supervisory board approval. Fee above of €40m + sell-on. Pending green light 19yo defender to travel to London for medical & join #CFC on deal until 2032 @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6519667/2025/07/30/jorrel-hato-chelsea-transfer-news/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

🚨 Manchester United prioritising Benjamin Sesko if striker signed this summer. 22yo now preferred option for #MUFC + informal contact made with RB Leipzig. Slovenia int’l also remains top target for Newcastle United: #NUFC pursuit continues @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6519737/2025/07/30/benjamin-sesko-manchester-united-transfers/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Newcastle United reach agreement with Southampton to sign Aaron Ramsdale. Deal for 27yo England goalkeeper season-long loan + sizeable fee & option to buy. Permission from #SaintsFC to travel for medical + finalise transfer to #NUFC @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6520047/2025/07/29/newcastle-aaron-ramsdale-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

🚨 Chelsea closing in on deal to sign Jorrel Hato from Ajax. Agreement between #CFC / #Ajax yet to be reached but getting nearer - compromise expected in coming days on price above €40m. Personal terms in place for 19yo Netherlands defender @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6512846/2025/07/28/jorrel-hato-chelsea-transfer/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

🚨 Newcastle in talks with Southampton to sign Aaron Ramsdale. #NUFC offer for 27yo goalkeeper loan + buy option. #SaintsFC to consider sale, loan with significant fee & purchase price or stay. No outcome but advancing @theathleticfc.bsky.social

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Nottingham Forest in talks with Morgan Gibbs-White about signing new contract. 25yo midfielder’s existing terms expire in June 2027 & Tottenham Hotspur pushed to secure England international but poised to stay in huge boost to #NFFC @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6485870/2025/07/26/morgan-gibbs-white-forest-contract/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

🚨 Fulham in advanced talks with Arsenal to sign Reiss Nelson. Discussions for 25yo centre on loan + buy option/obligation & significant fee or permanent. Agreement between #FFC / #AFC close but not done - work needed for move to materialise @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6497912/2025/07/26/arsenal-reiss-nelson-fulham-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

🚨 Arsenal reach total agreement with Sporting Lisbon to sign Viktor Gyokeres. #SportingCP grant 27yo striker permission to travel; medical scheduled for Saturday. Sweden international expected to wear iconic No14 shirt as new #AFC front man @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6510398/2025/07/25/arsenal-transfer-viktor-gyokeres-sporting-deal/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

🚨 Manchester City to sign James Trafford from Burnley. Sold at £14m & purchasing for £27m so buy-back cost ~£13m. Activated matching rights on #NUFC offer & 22yo picked #MCFC - 5+1yr contract. Ederson staying, Ortega to go but nothing close @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5533703/2025/07/25/james-trafford-man-city-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

🚨 Newcastle United exploring move for Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig in case Alexander Isak leaves. 22yo #RBLeipzig forward subject of long-standing #NUFC interest + a top target should Isak depart. Deal challenging from financial perspective @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6066349/2025/07/24/benjamin-sesko-newcastle-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

🚨 Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle United. Absence from Celtic friendly + Asia tour 25yo’s preference. #NUFC keen for Sweden international striker to stay on improved deal but also exploring potential replacements @theathleticfc.bsky.social after @craighope-dm.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6495282/2025/07/24/alexander-isak-newcastle-transfer-exit/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal & Sporting CP on verge of total agreement for Viktor Gyokeres. €63.5 + €10m already struck but add-ons needed work - now finishing touches, conclusion imminent. #SportingCP striker wanted #AFC only; 5yr contract ready @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6491250/2025/07/22/arsenal-viktor-gyokeres-transfer-latest/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Granit Xhaka informs Bayer Leverkusen he only wants to join Sunderland as club-to-club talks continue. Agreement now in place between 32yo & #SAFC. #Bayer04 asked by Switzerland midfielder to close deal rapidly. Negotiations ongoing @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6508096/2025/07/22/granit-xhaka-sunderland-transfer-leverkusen/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United reach agreement with Brentford to sign Bryan Mbeumo. Deal between clubs struck at £65m guaranteed + up to £6m add-ons. 4 instalments. 26yo forward only wanted #MUFC & move from #BrentfordFC now being finalised @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6499896/2025/07/18/bryan-mbeumo-man-utd-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United make improved bid to sign Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. New offer for 26yo forward worth £65m fixed + £5m add-ons. #MUFC awaiting #BrentfordFC response as they work to close deal for Cameroon int’l & top target @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6456945/2025/07/17/manchester-united-bryan-mbeumo-bid/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

🚨 Noni Madueke granted permission by Chelsea to leave camp in USA + undertake medical before completing Arsenal switch. 23yo will not train with #CFC & flies to UK today after full agreement reached on £52m deal - 5yr #AFC contract in place @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6487723/2025/07/11/arsenal-noni-madueke-transfer-chelsea/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Nottingham Forest renew pursuit of Yoane Wissa - fresh offer made to Brentford for 28yo Congo striker. Bid falls under £25m #NFFC were prepared to pay in Jan window & considerably lower than #BrentfordFC valuation; in excess of £50m @theathleticfc.bsky.social t.co/KjaC08u83q

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6423688/2025/07/10/yoane-wissa-nottingham-forest-transfer/?source=emp_shared_article

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Tottenham Hotspur reach total agreement with West Ham United to sign Mohammed Kudus. Deal for 24yo #WHUFC forward worth in region of £55m. Medical scheduled on Thursday ahead of Ghana international joining #THFC on 6yr contract @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6475432/2025/07/09/tottenham-transfers-mohammed-kudus-west-ham/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Arsenal make contact with Chelsea over move for Noni Madueke. Clubs now in talks after 23yo #CFC winger agreed personal terms on proposed 5yr contract. No deal yet but England int’l prioritising #AFC above any other interested sides @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6475127/2025/07/09/noni-madueke-arsenal-transfer-chelsea/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Man Utd end secret talks over record-breaking Amazon series. Deal for well in excess of £10m off after months of dialogue. Ruben Amorim opposed + #MUFC aligned on final decision - football/commercial/timing reasons. W/ @AdamCrafton_ @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6477559/2025/07/07/manchester-united-amazon-documentary/

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David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

🚨 Arsenal in advanced talks with Sporting Lisbon over deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres. Transfer fee discussions continue but personal terms in place on 5yr contract. 27yo #SportingCP striker only wants #AFC. Arteta pushing for swift conclusion @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6242299/2025/07/06/viktor-gyokeres-arsenal-sporting-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

🚨 EXCL: Burnley closing in on shock signing of Kyle Walker from Man City. 35yo taking medical before permanent move, 2yr deal. Believed worth up to £5m to #MCFC if bonuses met + also potential ~£10m saving. #BurnleyFC will see as major coup @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6423779/2025/07/04/kyle-walker-transfer-man-city-burnley/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

🚨 Marcus Rashford prioritising move abroad if leaves Man Utd this summer. Club want sale but 27yo attacker also open to loan or swap deal if right opportunity arises + wants to compete for titles. Returns to #MUFC pre-season training July 7 @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6459308/2025/07/01/transfers-man-utd-arsenal-liverpool/?source=emp_shared_article

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

🚨 Liverpool set Harvey Elliott asking price as interest builds in #U21EURO player of tournament. #LFC want £40m+ with buy-back or £50m+ without. 22yo forward eyeing regular football at elite (potentially #UCL) level so may look to go abroad @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6459308/2025/07/01/transfers-man-utd-arsenal-liverpool/?source=emp_shared_article

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

🚨 Aaron Ramsey flying to Mexico tonight before completing Pumas switch. 34yo Wales captain free agent after expiry of Cardiff City contract & turned down Saudi/UAE approaches. #Pumas deal for upcoming season + option to extend. Medical done @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6411398/2025/06/30/aaron-ramsey-mexico-pumas-transfer/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

🚨 BREAKING: Aston Villa agree deal to sell women’s team to holding company V Sports & a stake to prominent US-based investors. #AVFC say no issues regarding Premier League PSR rules + advanced talks with UEFA on resolution to FFP compliance @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6462218/2025/06/30/aston-villa-women-psr/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

🚨 Jamie Gittens proposed move from Borussia Dortmund to Chelsea could be done imminently. Clubs continue talks in USA + hope agreement reached swiftly, despite #FCBayern interest. 20yo #BVB winger fully committed to #CFC - 7yr deal in place @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6443074/2025/06/24/man-utd-arsenal-liverpool-transfer-news/

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

🚨 Bryan Mbeumo has told Brentford & Tottenham he will only join Manchester United if he leaves Brentford this summer. #MUFC proposals £45m+£10m & £55m+£7.5m; still short of #BrentfordFC valuation - talks ongoing. #THFC deny making any offer @theathleticfc.bsky.social

David Ornstein @davidornstein0.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

🚨 Atalanta agree deal with Southampton to sign Kamaldeen Sulemana. Deal for Ghana int’l €17.5m + €4M add-ons + team bonuses + 15% sell-on. 4yr contract & club option of 5th. Cutting short holiday in Accra to do medical in Bergamo tomorrow @theathleticfc.bsky.social

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6454359/2025/06/26/kamaldeen-sulemana-atalanta-southampton-transfer/