Midday Transfer Update on August 29: Stay tuned with Flysporthd.com for the latest transfer news.
- Fate of Chelsea’s Unsellable Players
When asked about this, coach Enzo Maresca gave a cryptic response: “I won’t know the situation until the transfer window closes. We’ll have to wait and see who stays and who has to leave. What I can confirm now is that I’m only focusing on the players I believe can make significant contributions to the team. It’s not just Raheem Sterling; any player not training with the first team won’t play another minute for Chelsea. I’ve spoken to them.”
- Fulham Wants to Sign Almiron
According to The Mirror, Fulham has expressed a strong desire to sign Newcastle United forward Miguel Almiron. The Paraguayan star is no longer part of the long-term plans at the Magpies. Earlier in July, the 30-year-old was linked with a move to the MLS, but the deal fell through.
- Wolves Close in on Brazilian Star
Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Wolverhampton Wanderers are nearing a deal to sign midfielder Andre from Fluminense. The two clubs are in the final stages of negotiations, with the transfer fee expected to be around €22 million, plus an additional €3 million in add-ons.
- Arsenal Intensifies Pursuit of Garcia
Earlier this morning, several reputable European outlets confirmed that Southampton has reached an agreement to sign goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal for £25 million. The English star quickly agreed to personal terms and will soon arrive at Southampton’s training ground for his medical examination.
After resolving Ramsdale’s future, The Mirror revealed that the Gunners will accelerate negotiations with Espanyol for goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
The Spanish star currently has a £21 million release clause with Espanyol, and Arsenal is confident of reaching an agreement with the club before the transfer window in England closes.
Garcia has continued to play for Espanyol in recent matches, but multiple reports suggest that the 23-year-old has already agreed to personal terms with the North London club.
- Fulham Rejects a Loan Offer
According to Sky Sports, Fulham has rejected a loan offer for midfielder Adrion Pajaziti from Croatian club Gorica. The Craven Cottage side prefers to send the 21-year-old to a club within the UK.
- Barcelona Miss Out on Bajcetic
The Athletic recently confirmed that RB Salzburg has reached an agreement to sign Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic on a one-season loan. The Red Bull Arena side will pay The Kop a fee.
Previously, journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that Barcelona had unexpectedly entered the race for the Spanish star’s signature as they sought a replacement for Marc Bernal, who is out long-term with an ACL injury. However, the Blaugrana had to withdraw due to concerns about violating UEFA’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations.