WTF (20:00)
I had to put it in… what goals could justify that at Chelsea FC? Will they win a trophy? Will Thomas Tuchel survive the season? All this so that we have no chance of catching Manchester City in the long run. — C. Smith
That’s a Wrap (6:00 PM EST)
It’s 11pm in England and the Premier League transfer window has closed (and Ligue 1 — these were the last of the day among the top five). We’ll be back to collect more leftover pieces and overdue news in tonight’s Daily Schmankerl. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
Wow! (5:45 p.m. EST)
This is just for the name:
Arsenal eyeing deal for winger (5:35pm EST)
Aston Villa have rejected yet another Arsenal bid for Douglas Luiz. Arsenal still haven’t given up on negotiations – but it looks very complicated with Aston Villa. #AFC — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 Arsenal FC may only have room to make one more signing this window, and they appear to be targeting the attacking wings with Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz. Fabrizio Romano previously indicated that the Gunners will “try all the way” with the player himself interested, but Villa are unwilling to let him go. This looks like it’s coming down to the wire.
Depay stays at Barca
Recently linked with Juventus, it seems Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s move to Chelsea has settled things for Depay at Barcelona.
Failed medical to keep Bamba Dieng at Marseille?
Another young attacking talent from Ligue 1, Olympique Marseille’s Bamba Dieng looked set to join Leeds United before joining French side OGC Nice. Bamba Dieng has failed OGC Nice’s medical after hijacking his deal with Leeds. It’s the most incredible story of the day. ❌ #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Espanyol sign Martin Braithwaite (5:00pm EST)
Well, that was quick. Barcelona’s unwanted forward saw his contract run out but secured a swift move to La Liga: Official, confirmed. Espanyol have signed Martin Braithwaite on a free transfer on a three-year deal. #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Justin Kluivert to Valencia on loan
AS Roma had a deal in place with Premier League side Fulham for the 23-year-old winger, formerly of RB Leipzig – but work permit issues scuppered the deal, much to José Mourinho’s apparent annoyance. He will now have the chance to resurrect his once promising career in La Liga.
Nottingham Forest continue their tear
Is it what, a few weeks and several signings ago, that Nottingham Forest were in for something like a new #17 addition for the 2022/23 season? Count three more on Deadline Day for the newly promoted Premier League club: Agreed. Nottingham Forest have signed Loic Bande on loan with an option to buy from Rennes as his medical has just been completed. #DeadlineDay #NFFC …it’s time for Batshuayi, he’s coming from Chelsea. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 As well as Loïc Badé (from Rennes, the club that sold Mathys Tel to Bayern) and Michy Batshuayi, there is also former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Serge Aurier, also according to Fabrizio. Forest, of course, have managed financially well over the years to achieve this – and have also seen their squad chase over a dozen exits after securing promotion. It’s a huge amount of change at once, but it’s a game to stay in England’s top flight.
Julian Draxler Officially Joins Benfica (4:30pm EST)
Picking up some older pieces from across the continent now – the German National winger/midfielder is finally and officially out of Paris.
Barca terminate Braithwaite’s contract
Agreement to terminate Martin Braithwaite’s contract with Barcelona — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2022 According to FC Barcelona’s website, the club “publicly expresses its gratitude” for Braithwaite’s “commitment and dedication” in freeing up funds for the Catalan club to use elsewhere. He is one of many to leave Barca on deadline day to facilitate their latest batch of signings. Braithwaite was signed just over two seasons ago – outside the transfer window, thanks to some Spanish rules that allowed Barça to poach from Leganés (since relegated) to deal with their own injury emergency at the time.
Maxence Lacroix will stay at VfL Wolfsburg
The talented 22-year-old centre-back is expected to be a hot commodity in the market soon, but Niko Kovac’s club have managed to keep him in the Bundesliga for now — fending off a late push from English Premier League side Southampton. who have signed Croatian centre-back Duje Ćaleta-Car from Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille:
Chelsea swap Marcos Alonso for Aubameyang
Sky reports that Chelsea FC’s deal for FC Barcelona’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will include “in the region of £10m plus [left-back Marcos] Alonso.” Meanwhile, current Barca left-back Jordi Alba reportedly feels cheated (Catalunya Radio, via BarcaUniversal) by his club’s attempts to push him to Inter and will instead insist on staying at the club. And Barca may not be done offloading strikers now that they have added Bayern’s Robert Lewandowski: Watch Memphis Depay. It’s not over yet – there are discussions with his camp working on a possible last-minute solution. It could be part of the dominoes for Barcelona to sign a new player. #FCB Negotiations continue and are running against time. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/RkKczIV8Lk — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Is Cristiano Ronaldo staying? (3:20 p.m. EST)
Last we heard from Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo was set to stay at Manchester United: Erik ten Hag on Cristiano Ronaldo staying at Man Utd: “From the beginning we said we were planning with Cristiano, it was clear. We are on the same page with him.” #MUFC “We’re happy with him, he’s happy to be here and we want to make the season a success together.” pic.twitter.com/gKGoyaEZ1t — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2022 Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe have reportedly made a real push to sign him — according to Turkish newspaper Ajansspor: Fenerbahce are set to detonate the transfer bomb of the century, not of the year. Fenerbahce mobilized all means to tie Cristiano Ronaldo to their colors. According to the information we received, the two sides agreed in principle. But as far as we can tell, that’s either not true or didn’t happen. The 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder was once a heralded talent but wound up at FC Barcelona and then Juventus. Liverpool were desperate for reinforcements in midfield and having missed previous targets they found a last minute break.
Barca, Barca, Barca…
Having just pulled off all the maneuvers necessary to sign Joules Koundé and tick the financial box a bit more, Barcelona are already on the hunt for more signings. According to Fabrizio Romano, they appear to have secured Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerín but have failed to sign talented attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir from Real Betis. Bellerin is sacked by Arsenal. hope he doesn’t suffer the same fate in the new club selection. By David Ornstein: Arsenal have agreed to let Hector Bellerin join Barcelona. Free transfer – no contract cancellation. 27-year-old awaiting clearance to travel for medical after agreeing terms with #FCBarcelona . Taking a pay cut and waiving any payments owed to #AFC In terms of exits, Barca offload striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Chelsea) and one-time Bayern target and USMNT right-back Sergio Dest (Milan): Aubameyang reunites with former Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel back in London.
The Bayern window
For all the spending the club embarked on, it’s a very respectable balance of just over €30 million in the red. This is a great investment in the long term for a low cost — characteristic of well-organized Bavarians.
title: “Transfer Deadline Day Live Updates Did Chelsea Lose Nine Figures Arsenal Are Chasing Douglas Luiz Down To The Wire. Payment To Stay In Barcelona. And More Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-16” author: “Felix Boyce”
WTF (20:00)
I had to put it in… what goals could justify that at Chelsea FC? Will they win a trophy? Will Thomas Tuchel survive the season? All this so that we have no chance of catching Manchester City in the long run. — C. Smith
That’s a Wrap (6:00 PM EST)
It’s 11pm in England and the Premier League transfer window has closed (and Ligue 1 — these were the last of the day among the top five). We’ll be back to collect more leftover pieces and overdue news in tonight’s Daily Schmankerl. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
Wow! (5:45 p.m. EST)
This is just for the name:
Arsenal eyeing deal for winger (5:35pm EST)
Aston Villa have rejected yet another Arsenal bid for Douglas Luiz. Arsenal still haven’t given up on negotiations – but it looks very complicated with Aston Villa. #AFC — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 Arsenal FC may only have room to make one more signing this window, and they appear to be targeting the attacking wings with Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz. Fabrizio Romano previously indicated that the Gunners will “try all the way” with the player himself interested, but Villa are unwilling to let him go. This looks like it’s coming down to the wire.
Depay stays at Barca
Recently linked with Juventus, it seems Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s move to Chelsea has settled things for Depay at Barcelona.
Failed medical to keep Bamba Dieng at Marseille?
Another young attacking talent from Ligue 1, Olympique Marseille’s Bamba Dieng looked set to join Leeds United before joining French side OGC Nice. Bamba Dieng has failed OGC Nice’s medical after hijacking his deal with Leeds. It’s the most incredible story of the day. ❌ #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Espanyol sign Martin Braithwaite (5:00pm EST)
Well, that was quick. Barcelona’s unwanted forward saw his contract run out but secured a swift move to La Liga: Official, confirmed. Espanyol have signed Martin Braithwaite on a free transfer on a three-year deal. #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Justin Kluivert to Valencia on loan
AS Roma had a deal in place with Premier League side Fulham for the 23-year-old winger, formerly of RB Leipzig – but work permit issues scuppered the deal, much to José Mourinho’s apparent annoyance. He will now have the chance to resurrect his once promising career in La Liga.
Nottingham Forest continue their tear
Is it what, a few weeks and several signings ago, that Nottingham Forest were in for something like a new #17 addition for the 2022/23 season? Count three more on Deadline Day for the newly promoted Premier League club: Agreed. Nottingham Forest have signed Loic Bande on loan with an option to buy from Rennes as his medical has just been completed. #DeadlineDay #NFFC …it’s time for Batshuayi, he’s coming from Chelsea. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 As well as Loïc Badé (from Rennes, the club that sold Mathys Tel to Bayern) and Michy Batshuayi, there is also former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Serge Aurier, also according to Fabrizio. Forest, of course, have managed financially well over the years to achieve this – and have also seen their squad chase over a dozen exits after securing promotion. It’s a huge amount of change at once, but it’s a game to stay in England’s top flight.
Julian Draxler Officially Joins Benfica (4:30pm EST)
Picking up some older pieces from across the continent now – the German National winger/midfielder is finally and officially out of Paris.
Barca terminate Braithwaite’s contract
Agreement to terminate Martin Braithwaite’s contract with Barcelona — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2022 According to FC Barcelona’s website, the club “publicly expresses its gratitude” for Braithwaite’s “commitment and dedication” in freeing up funds for the Catalan club to use elsewhere. He is one of many to leave Barca on deadline day to facilitate their latest batch of signings. Braithwaite was signed just over two seasons ago – outside the transfer window, thanks to some Spanish rules that allowed Barça to poach from Leganés (since relegated) to deal with their own injury emergency at the time.
Maxence Lacroix will stay at VfL Wolfsburg
The talented 22-year-old centre-back is expected to be a hot commodity in the market soon, but Niko Kovac’s club have managed to keep him in the Bundesliga for now — fending off a late push from English Premier League side Southampton. who have signed Croatian centre-back Duje Ćaleta-Car from Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille:
Chelsea swap Marcos Alonso for Aubameyang
Sky reports that Chelsea FC’s deal for FC Barcelona’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will include “in the region of £10m plus [left-back Marcos] Alonso.” Meanwhile, current Barca left-back Jordi Alba reportedly feels cheated (Catalunya Radio, via BarcaUniversal) by his club’s attempts to push him to Inter and will instead insist on staying at the club. And Barca may not be done offloading strikers now that they have added Bayern’s Robert Lewandowski: Watch Memphis Depay. It’s not over yet – there are discussions with his camp working on a possible last-minute solution. It could be part of the dominoes for Barcelona to sign a new player. #FCB Negotiations continue and are running against time. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/RkKczIV8Lk — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Is Cristiano Ronaldo staying? (3:20 p.m. EST)
Last we heard from Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo was set to stay at Manchester United: Erik ten Hag on Cristiano Ronaldo staying at Man Utd: “From the beginning we said we were planning with Cristiano, it was clear. We are on the same page with him.” #MUFC “We’re happy with him, he’s happy to be here and we want to make the season a success together.” pic.twitter.com/gKGoyaEZ1t — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2022 Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe have reportedly made a real push to sign him — according to Turkish newspaper Ajansspor: Fenerbahce are set to detonate the transfer bomb of the century, not of the year. Fenerbahce mobilized all means to tie Cristiano Ronaldo to their colors. According to the information we received, the two sides agreed in principle. But as far as we can tell, that’s either not true or didn’t happen. The 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder was once a heralded talent but wound up at FC Barcelona and then Juventus. Liverpool were desperate for reinforcements in midfield and having missed previous targets they found a last minute break.
Barca, Barca, Barca…
Having just pulled off all the maneuvers necessary to sign Joules Koundé and tick the financial box a bit more, Barcelona are already on the hunt for more signings. According to Fabrizio Romano, they appear to have secured Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerín but have failed to sign talented attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir from Real Betis. Bellerin is sacked by Arsenal. hope he doesn’t suffer the same fate in the new club selection. By David Ornstein: Arsenal have agreed to let Hector Bellerin join Barcelona. Free transfer – no contract cancellation. 27-year-old awaiting clearance to travel for medical after agreeing terms with #FCBarcelona . Taking a pay cut and waiving any payments owed to #AFC In terms of exits, Barca offload striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Chelsea) and one-time Bayern target and USMNT right-back Sergio Dest (Milan): Aubameyang reunites with former Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel back in London.
The Bayern window
For all the spending the club embarked on, it’s a very respectable balance of just over €30 million in the red. This is a great investment in the long term for a low cost — characteristic of well-organized Bavarians.
title: “Transfer Deadline Day Live Updates Did Chelsea Lose Nine Figures Arsenal Are Chasing Douglas Luiz Down To The Wire. Payment To Stay In Barcelona. And More Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-10-21” author: “Rodrigo Wentz”
WTF (20:00)
I had to put it in… what goals could justify that at Chelsea FC? Will they win a trophy? Will Thomas Tuchel survive the season? All this so that we have no chance of catching Manchester City in the long run. — C. Smith
That’s a Wrap (6:00 PM EST)
It’s 11pm in England and the Premier League transfer window has closed (and Ligue 1 — these were the last of the day among the top five). We’ll be back to collect more leftover pieces and overdue news in tonight’s Daily Schmankerl. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
Wow! (5:45 p.m. EST)
This is just for the name:
Arsenal eyeing deal for winger (5:35pm EST)
Aston Villa have rejected yet another Arsenal bid for Douglas Luiz. Arsenal still haven’t given up on negotiations – but it looks very complicated with Aston Villa. #AFC — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 Arsenal FC may only have room to make one more signing this window, and they appear to be targeting the attacking wings with Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz. Fabrizio Romano previously indicated that the Gunners will “try all the way” with the player himself interested, but Villa are unwilling to let him go. This looks like it’s coming down to the wire.
Depay stays at Barca
Recently linked with Juventus, it seems Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s move to Chelsea has settled things for Depay at Barcelona.
Failed medical to keep Bamba Dieng at Marseille?
Another young attacking talent from Ligue 1, Olympique Marseille’s Bamba Dieng looked set to join Leeds United before joining French side OGC Nice. Bamba Dieng has failed OGC Nice’s medical after hijacking his deal with Leeds. It’s the most incredible story of the day. ❌ #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Espanyol sign Martin Braithwaite (5:00pm EST)
Well, that was quick. Barcelona’s unwanted forward saw his contract run out but secured a swift move to La Liga: Official, confirmed. Espanyol have signed Martin Braithwaite on a free transfer on a three-year deal. #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Justin Kluivert to Valencia on loan
AS Roma had a deal in place with Premier League side Fulham for the 23-year-old winger, formerly of RB Leipzig – but work permit issues scuppered the deal, much to José Mourinho’s apparent annoyance. He will now have the chance to resurrect his once promising career in La Liga.
Nottingham Forest continue their tear
Is it what, a few weeks and several signings ago, that Nottingham Forest were in for something like a new #17 addition for the 2022/23 season? Count three more on Deadline Day for the newly promoted Premier League club: Agreed. Nottingham Forest have signed Loic Bande on loan with an option to buy from Rennes as his medical has just been completed. #DeadlineDay #NFFC …it’s time for Batshuayi, he’s coming from Chelsea. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 As well as Loïc Badé (from Rennes, the club that sold Mathys Tel to Bayern) and Michy Batshuayi, there is also former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Serge Aurier, also according to Fabrizio. Forest, of course, have managed financially well over the years to achieve this – and have also seen their squad chase over a dozen exits after securing promotion. It’s a huge amount of change at once, but it’s a game to stay in England’s top flight.
Julian Draxler Officially Joins Benfica (4:30pm EST)
Picking up some older pieces from across the continent now – the German National winger/midfielder is finally and officially out of Paris.
Barca terminate Braithwaite’s contract
Agreement to terminate Martin Braithwaite’s contract with Barcelona — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2022 According to FC Barcelona’s website, the club “publicly expresses its gratitude” for Braithwaite’s “commitment and dedication” in freeing up funds for the Catalan club to use elsewhere. He is one of many to leave Barca on deadline day to facilitate their latest batch of signings. Braithwaite was signed just over two seasons ago – outside the transfer window, thanks to some Spanish rules that allowed Barça to poach from Leganés (since relegated) to deal with their own injury emergency at the time.
Maxence Lacroix will stay at VfL Wolfsburg
The talented 22-year-old centre-back is expected to be a hot commodity in the market soon, but Niko Kovac’s club have managed to keep him in the Bundesliga for now — fending off a late push from English Premier League side Southampton. who have signed Croatian centre-back Duje Ćaleta-Car from Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille:
Chelsea swap Marcos Alonso for Aubameyang
Sky reports that Chelsea FC’s deal for FC Barcelona’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will include “in the region of £10m plus [left-back Marcos] Alonso.” Meanwhile, current Barca left-back Jordi Alba reportedly feels cheated (Catalunya Radio, via BarcaUniversal) by his club’s attempts to push him to Inter and will instead insist on staying at the club. And Barca may not be done offloading strikers now that they have added Bayern’s Robert Lewandowski: Watch Memphis Depay. It’s not over yet – there are discussions with his camp working on a possible last-minute solution. It could be part of the dominoes for Barcelona to sign a new player. #FCB Negotiations continue and are running against time. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/RkKczIV8Lk — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Is Cristiano Ronaldo staying? (3:20 p.m. EST)
Last we heard from Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo was set to stay at Manchester United: Erik ten Hag on Cristiano Ronaldo staying at Man Utd: “From the beginning we said we were planning with Cristiano, it was clear. We are on the same page with him.” #MUFC “We’re happy with him, he’s happy to be here and we want to make the season a success together.” pic.twitter.com/gKGoyaEZ1t — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2022 Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe have reportedly made a real push to sign him — according to Turkish newspaper Ajansspor: Fenerbahce are set to detonate the transfer bomb of the century, not of the year. Fenerbahce mobilized all means to tie Cristiano Ronaldo to their colors. According to the information we received, the two sides agreed in principle. But as far as we can tell, that’s either not true or didn’t happen. The 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder was once a heralded talent but wound up at FC Barcelona and then Juventus. Liverpool were desperate for reinforcements in midfield and having missed previous targets they found a last minute break.
Barca, Barca, Barca…
Having just pulled off all the maneuvers necessary to sign Joules Koundé and tick the financial box a bit more, Barcelona are already on the hunt for more signings. According to Fabrizio Romano, they appear to have secured Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerín but have failed to sign talented attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir from Real Betis. Bellerin is sacked by Arsenal. hope he doesn’t suffer the same fate in the new club selection. By David Ornstein: Arsenal have agreed to let Hector Bellerin join Barcelona. Free transfer – no contract cancellation. 27-year-old awaiting clearance to travel for medical after agreeing terms with #FCBarcelona . Taking a pay cut and waiving any payments owed to #AFC In terms of exits, Barca offload striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Chelsea) and one-time Bayern target and USMNT right-back Sergio Dest (Milan): Aubameyang reunites with former Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel back in London.
The Bayern window
For all the spending the club embarked on, it’s a very respectable balance of just over €30 million in the red. This is a great investment in the long term for a low cost — characteristic of well-organized Bavarians.
title: “Transfer Deadline Day Live Updates Did Chelsea Lose Nine Figures Arsenal Are Chasing Douglas Luiz Down To The Wire. Payment To Stay In Barcelona. And More Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-18” author: “Jarrett Rowe”
WTF (20:00)
I had to put it in… what goals could justify that at Chelsea FC? Will they win a trophy? Will Thomas Tuchel survive the season? All this so that we have no chance of catching Manchester City in the long run. — C. Smith
That’s a Wrap (6:00 PM EST)
It’s 11pm in England and the Premier League transfer window has closed (and Ligue 1 — these were the last of the day among the top five). We’ll be back to collect more leftover pieces and overdue news in tonight’s Daily Schmankerl. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
Wow! (5:45 p.m. EST)
This is just for the name:
Arsenal eyeing deal for winger (5:35pm EST)
Aston Villa have rejected yet another Arsenal bid for Douglas Luiz. Arsenal still haven’t given up on negotiations – but it looks very complicated with Aston Villa. #AFC — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 Arsenal FC may only have room to make one more signing this window, and they appear to be targeting the attacking wings with Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz. Fabrizio Romano previously indicated that the Gunners will “try all the way” with the player himself interested, but Villa are unwilling to let him go. This looks like it’s coming down to the wire.
Depay stays at Barca
Recently linked with Juventus, it seems Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s move to Chelsea has settled things for Depay at Barcelona.
Failed medical to keep Bamba Dieng at Marseille?
Another young attacking talent from Ligue 1, Olympique Marseille’s Bamba Dieng looked set to join Leeds United before joining French side OGC Nice. Bamba Dieng has failed OGC Nice’s medical after hijacking his deal with Leeds. It’s the most incredible story of the day. ❌ #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Espanyol sign Martin Braithwaite (5:00pm EST)
Well, that was quick. Barcelona’s unwanted forward saw his contract run out but secured a swift move to La Liga: Official, confirmed. Espanyol have signed Martin Braithwaite on a free transfer on a three-year deal. #DeadlineDay — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Justin Kluivert to Valencia on loan
AS Roma had a deal in place with Premier League side Fulham for the 23-year-old winger, formerly of RB Leipzig – but work permit issues scuppered the deal, much to José Mourinho’s apparent annoyance. He will now have the chance to resurrect his once promising career in La Liga.
Nottingham Forest continue their tear
Is it what, a few weeks and several signings ago, that Nottingham Forest were in for something like a new #17 addition for the 2022/23 season? Count three more on Deadline Day for the newly promoted Premier League club: Agreed. Nottingham Forest have signed Loic Bande on loan with an option to buy from Rennes as his medical has just been completed. #DeadlineDay #NFFC …it’s time for Batshuayi, he’s coming from Chelsea. — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022 As well as Loïc Badé (from Rennes, the club that sold Mathys Tel to Bayern) and Michy Batshuayi, there is also former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Serge Aurier, also according to Fabrizio. Forest, of course, have managed financially well over the years to achieve this – and have also seen their squad chase over a dozen exits after securing promotion. It’s a huge amount of change at once, but it’s a game to stay in England’s top flight.
Julian Draxler Officially Joins Benfica (4:30pm EST)
Picking up some older pieces from across the continent now – the German National winger/midfielder is finally and officially out of Paris.
Barca terminate Braithwaite’s contract
Agreement to terminate Martin Braithwaite’s contract with Barcelona — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2022 According to FC Barcelona’s website, the club “publicly expresses its gratitude” for Braithwaite’s “commitment and dedication” in freeing up funds for the Catalan club to use elsewhere. He is one of many to leave Barca on deadline day to facilitate their latest batch of signings. Braithwaite was signed just over two seasons ago – outside the transfer window, thanks to some Spanish rules that allowed Barça to poach from Leganés (since relegated) to deal with their own injury emergency at the time.
Maxence Lacroix will stay at VfL Wolfsburg
The talented 22-year-old centre-back is expected to be a hot commodity in the market soon, but Niko Kovac’s club have managed to keep him in the Bundesliga for now — fending off a late push from English Premier League side Southampton. who have signed Croatian centre-back Duje Ćaleta-Car from Ligue 1 side Olympique Marseille:
Chelsea swap Marcos Alonso for Aubameyang
Sky reports that Chelsea FC’s deal for FC Barcelona’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will include “in the region of £10m plus [left-back Marcos] Alonso.” Meanwhile, current Barca left-back Jordi Alba reportedly feels cheated (Catalunya Radio, via BarcaUniversal) by his club’s attempts to push him to Inter and will instead insist on staying at the club. And Barca may not be done offloading strikers now that they have added Bayern’s Robert Lewandowski: Watch Memphis Depay. It’s not over yet – there are discussions with his camp working on a possible last-minute solution. It could be part of the dominoes for Barcelona to sign a new player. #FCB Negotiations continue and are running against time. #DeadlineDay pic.twitter.com/RkKczIV8Lk — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2022
Is Cristiano Ronaldo staying? (3:20 p.m. EST)
Last we heard from Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo was set to stay at Manchester United: Erik ten Hag on Cristiano Ronaldo staying at Man Utd: “From the beginning we said we were planning with Cristiano, it was clear. We are on the same page with him.” #MUFC “We’re happy with him, he’s happy to be here and we want to make the season a success together.” pic.twitter.com/gKGoyaEZ1t — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 31, 2022 Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe have reportedly made a real push to sign him — according to Turkish newspaper Ajansspor: Fenerbahce are set to detonate the transfer bomb of the century, not of the year. Fenerbahce mobilized all means to tie Cristiano Ronaldo to their colors. According to the information we received, the two sides agreed in principle. But as far as we can tell, that’s either not true or didn’t happen. The 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder was once a heralded talent but wound up at FC Barcelona and then Juventus. Liverpool were desperate for reinforcements in midfield and having missed previous targets they found a last minute break.
Barca, Barca, Barca…
Having just pulled off all the maneuvers necessary to sign Joules Koundé and tick the financial box a bit more, Barcelona are already on the hunt for more signings. According to Fabrizio Romano, they appear to have secured Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerín but have failed to sign talented attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir from Real Betis. Bellerin is sacked by Arsenal. hope he doesn’t suffer the same fate in the new club selection. By David Ornstein: Arsenal have agreed to let Hector Bellerin join Barcelona. Free transfer – no contract cancellation. 27-year-old awaiting clearance to travel for medical after agreeing terms with #FCBarcelona . Taking a pay cut and waiving any payments owed to #AFC In terms of exits, Barca offload striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Chelsea) and one-time Bayern target and USMNT right-back Sergio Dest (Milan): Aubameyang reunites with former Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel back in London.
The Bayern window
For all the spending the club embarked on, it’s a very respectable balance of just over €30 million in the red. This is a great investment in the long term for a low cost — characteristic of well-organized Bavarians.
