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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.
Beşiktaş appoints Solskjaer’s successor in a return move
Beşiktaş have reappointed Sergen Yalçın as head coach following the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The Turkish coach, who previously led the club to a league and cup double, returns to stabilise a squad that has missed out on European football after early exits to Shakhtar Donetsk and Lausanne.
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.
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.
Mourinho sacked by Fenerbahçe
According to Turkish media, José Mourinho will receive a large payout after being dismissed on Friday as head coach of Fenerbahçe. In recent weeks, relations with the board had already been under great strain. Following the elimination from the Champions League, the situation exploded.
Lindelof’s new club after his spell at United
Victor Lindelof has joined Aston Villa on a one-year deal after leaving Manchester United. The 31-year-old Swedish international, a former Benfica star, brings experience, leadership, and versatility to Unai Emery’s squad as Villa aim to challenge in the Premier League and Europe.
Akanji confirmed at Inter on loan from Manchester City
There is a purchase clause that could become mandatory upon the fulfillment of sporting objectives.
Emergency works at Camp Nou lead to police intervention
The emergency works to get the Spotify Camp Nou ready in time for the home match against Valencia on Sunday, September 14, were not greatly appreciated by the Catalan police. While Barcelona is doing everything possible to prepare the stadium on time, the police reportedly intervened on Sunday.
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.
Rodri and Carvajal recalled for Spain immediately after knee injuries
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has once again included Rodri and Dani Carvajal in his squad. The duo were sidelined for a long spell last season due to serious knee injuries but have now recovered.