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The truth about Fermín not leaving: Chelsea never went beyond 40 million
Chelsea showed late interest in Fermín López, but talks never went beyond an informal €40m approach. Barcelona dismissed the figure, valuing the young Spanish international much higher, while Fermín himself never pushed to leave.
Erik ten Hag was sacked after three games at Bayer Leverkusen
Erik ten Hag has been dismissed as Bayer Leverkusen head coach after just three games in charge, with poor Bundesliga results leading to his early exit. The Dutch manager, who succeeded Xabi Alonso, departs amid high expectations and mounting pressure ahead of the Champions League campaign.
The plan with Jackson and his explosive start to the Champions League
In the end, the deal finally went through, even though at one point it no longer seemed likely. Now Nicolas Jackson is at Bayern Munich, where he will wear the number 11 shirt previously worn by Kingsley Coman, who moved to Al-Nassr. The 24-year-old is expected to strengthen the attack across multiple positions.
Laporta’s most nerve-racking transfer deadline days
As the transfer window closes, Barcelona face tense final hours under Hansi Flick. With Chelsea eyeing Fermín and financial limits preventing new arrivals, the club recalls Laporta’s history of last-minute deals from Luuk de Jong to Aubameyang.
Premier League spent more than the 76 clubs from Italy, Spain, Germany and France
The 20 Premier League clubs spent more on reinforcements than the 76 teams from Italy, Spain, Germany, and France. The other “Big 5” leagues maintained a growth trend, but at a much lower level than the leading national competition of today, which recorded a 52 percent increase in spending.
Atlético ‘lose’ nine internationals
The Argentine, who will arrive on loan, is the tenth player who will not be with Simeone during this international break.
Tottenham isn’t done with Simons yet and is also bringing in Kolo Muani
According to The Athletic, Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of Randal Kolo Muani. The French striker joins the London club on a loan deal, where Xavi Simons and Micky van de Ven are also under contract.
Leverkusen intervenes as Serie A chases Premier League dominance in the market
Bayer Leverkusen was the only non-English representative in the top 10 clubs with the highest spending on player signings in the summer transfer window, which for the sixth consecutive time saw the Italian league in second place.
Akanji confirmed at Inter on loan from Manchester City
There is a purchase clause that could become mandatory upon the fulfillment of sporting objectives.
It’s not just the egos, it’s many other things
Barcelona collected seven points from their first three away games, but the performances left much to be desired.