Arsenal pursue Julian Alvarez as Liverpool close on Barcola, Spurs push Ndiaye, Chelsea and Man United latest | OneFootball

An intense end to the summer window looms, with Arsenal prioritising Julian Alvarez and Liverpool expected to confirm Bradley Barcola after a medical, according to The Standard.

The deadline for a decision over Alvarez’s future has passed, with no indication yet if he joins Arsenal or stays, and he has returned to group training at Atletico Madrid. Arsenal appear to have been handed a boost as Atletico open talks to sign a replacement striker. They have also enquired about Iliman Ndiaye despite the forward having reached an agreement with Tottenham.

Barcola is due to formalise his move today. Liverpool have identified Ismaila Sarr as a replacement for Manchester City-bound Cody Gakpo, and the winger reportedly wants to leave Crystal Palace before the deadline.

Enzo Fernandez may already have played his last game for Chelsea, with Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara on their shortlist. Camara started a 2-0 win over Marseille on Sunday and impressed French media. Chelsea are also working to wrap up a deal for Honest Ahanor before loaning him out.

Manchester United have confirmed two deals as they continue to target a left-back. Michael Carrick has suggested there is more business to do before the deadline.

Tottenham are hoping to accelerate their move for Ndiaye after agreeing personal terms. Tottenham and Everton have also discussed a double transfer, with Richarlison’s potential return to Merseyside considered a separate deal.

The 2026 summer transfer window closes on Tuesday, September 1 at 11pm BST.

Source: The Standard

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