Chelsea deal done as €134m World Cup star passes audition
Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Chelsea announced Xabi Alonso's first signing.
Plus, one of Arsenal's key targets passed his transfer audition with flying colours and Man Utd were forced to change their summer plans. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Chelsea sign Palestra
Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of Atalanta full-back Marco Palestra.
Barcola passes audition
Arsenal scouts were on hand to watch €134 million-rated Bradley Barcola's impressive performance for France against Sweden.
Man Utd react to Fernandes snub
Man Utd have been forced to change their midfield transfer plans after missing out on Mateus Fernandes.
Lacroix price
Chelsea have been told that Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix may cost more than anticipated.
Liverpool sign Jacquet
Liverpool have announced the signing of Jeremy Jacquet just as Virgil van Dijk has become a "dream target" for a European giant.
Alvarez statement
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has broken his silence on Julian Alvarez with a lengthy statement.
Tonali move close
Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali is "closer than ever" to leaving after Tottenham made an improved bid.
Guimaraes to leave as well?
Worryingly for Newcastle, Bruno Guimaraes could also leave after having his head turned by Arsenal.
Chelsea won't give up on Xhaka
Chelsea remain in talks to sign Granit Xhaka despite Sunderland's not-for-sale stance.
Man Utd serious about Summerville
Man Utd view West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville as a "leading target" this summer, but there's one major problem.
Shock Kepa replacement
Kepa Arrizabalaga could leave Arsenal this summer, and his potential replacement is a surprising one.
Related stories:
Build The FIFA World Cup 2026™: LEGO© releases stunning football-inspired collection
Arsenal Transfer News Today: €150m push as Gunners gets serious over Bruno Guimaraes
Chelsea Transfer News Today: Alonso's first signing announced as €60m deal accelerates
Man Utd Transfer News Today: €100m deal close as midfield plan changes
Transfer Rumours: Alessandro Bastoni deal 'in motion' as Chelsea bid lands
Premier League summer transfers 2026: All the Done Deals
The FootballTransfers app
Check out FootballTransfers' new app for all of football's big storylines, transfer rumours and exclusive news in one convenient place directly on your mobile device.
The FootballTransfers app is available on Google Play and in the Apple App Store. Download here: