Is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to Chelsea almost done?

According to Transfermarkt,, external the Premier League's net spend of 1.28 billion euros is far above the league with the next highest net spend - La Liga at 54m euros.

In terms of money spent on transfers, the Premier League has now spent 2.14bn euros on transfers, which is higher than the next three highest spending leagues combined (Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1) - 1.7 billion euros.

With Spain's La Liga added to those three the total stands at 2.15 billion euros, which is almost identical to the Premier League's spending.

A few bits from Sky Sports news.

They are reporting Southampton are close to completing a deal to sign Marseille defender Duje Caleta-Car, external.

Fulham are said to be close to signing Carlos Vinicius, external from Benfica for a fee of £4.3million.

Over at Newcastle, they are reportedly in talks with West Ham over Scotland U21 defender Harrison Ashby, external with a view to him joining the first team as cover for Emil Krafth, who has suffered an ACL injury.

German Bundesliga

Chelsea centre-back target Josko Gvardiol is staying at RB Leipzig after signing a contract extension until 2027.

His contract previously expired in 2026 after signing for Leipzig in 2021 from Dinamo Zagreb.

Leeds United

So there could be some movement at Leeds in the next few hours with them reportedly agreeing a deal with Marseille striker Bamba Dieng.

Fabrizio Romano also says, external they wanted Hwang Hee-chan from Wolves but they are not willing to sell.

Manchester United

Sam Peoples, United Peoples TV, external:

I've always maintained that we'd be happy as Manchester United fans come the end of the transfer window and, for once, I have been proven correct.

It's been painful to follow as a fan throughout the summer with the Frenkie de Jong and Cristiano Ronaldo situations casting a shadow over the club but we've come out the other side of it smiling.

If you told any United fan before the summer window started that we'd sign Antony, Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez, Christian Eriksen and Tyrell Malacia, they'd all have laughed in your face...but here we are.

It was a far-from-perfect summer transfer window and we've overpaid for players because of how poorly run we are as an operation but we've properly backed Erik ten Hag, allowed him to dictate the profiles of the signings and without a scouting department we've trusted his judgement.

Looking at how quickly Martinez, Malacia and Eriksen have settled, the signs are good so far.

No doubt more could have been done this summer but in his first summer Ten Hag has been able to properly build the foundations of his new look United squad.

Now, we've got to build on that.

Fulham

TalkSPORT are reporting that Fulham have made a late offer for Leeds winger Dan James.

The 24-year-old made the switch to Elland Road from Manchester United in 2021 but could be on the move again.

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Leeds United

Sky Sports news are also reporting that Leeds have agreed a deal in excess of £10 million with Marseille for striker Bamba Dieng.

Guillem Balague gave his latest on Liverpool's pursuit of Arthur Melo before catching a flight.

And no, he's not flying somewhere for a medical!

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Olly Monk: £25m is a steal for a player like Tielemans. Why are MUFC still trying to chase De Jong, external when you have a proven Premier League midfielder at a bargain price?

Didn't see this coming.

Barcelona are reportedly close to signing Arsenal full-back Hector Bellerin. He spent last season on loan at Real Betis.

Simon Stone
BBC Sport reporter

Manchester United midfielder Tahith Chong is likely to join Championship outfit Birmingham before the deadline closes.

The 22-year-old spent last term on loan with the Blues.

Although he went on United’s summer tour of Thailand and Australia, he has been told he can leave if a suitable offer came in.

It is understood Birmingham are still keen on the Dutch Under-21 international, with the expectation he will join the St Andrews outfit later today.

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Liverpool

Where are we up to on Liverpool's pursuit of Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo?

The club are looking to sign Arthur on loan before the transfer window closes.

There is still work to be done to complete the deal but bringing in the 26-year-old Brazil international would ease the club's injury problems in midfield.

Reports suggest he has flown over to undergo a medical and a contract has been drawn up for him to sign.

Progression in the reports that Leeds are hoping to sign Marseille Bamba Dieng...

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano says a bid has been accepted.

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BBC Sport football reporter

Crystal Palace have put in a bid for Peterborough centre-back Ronnie Edwards.

The bid includes add-ons and the two clubs are in discussions.

Edwards was part of the England Under-19 squad which won the European Championships in the summer and is highly thought of.

Peterborough had already rejected a bid from another Premier League side this summer, with a number of other sides reported to be interested in his services.

The 19-year-old was a regular for Posh last season in the Championship as the team were relegated. He has been playing senior football since 2020-21 and has started six games so far this season.

A bit of movement in the last hour. Here's what we're waiting to hear about:

Chelsea are hoping to sign former Arsenal striker Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang.

Aston Villa have agreed a £15m deal for Wolves and Belgium midfielder Leander Dendoncker.

Liverpool are trying to sign Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo on loan before the transfer window closes.

Wolves defender Willy Boly should complete his move to Nottingham Forest.

West Ham are considering whether to make a move for Southampton centre-half Jan Bednarek.

Deals for Idrissa Gueye from Paris St-Germain and Manchester United's James Garner are moving forward to a successful conclusion at Everton.

Leicester City

Belgium international Wout Faes made 37 appearances for Reims last season, with his impressive displays at centre-half earning him the club’s Player of the Season award.

After signing a new five-year deal with Leicester, Faes said: "It’s an amazing feeling to be here. It’s not sunk in yet. This is the dream step in my career and I’m very happy to be here.

"I’m progressing year after year, and I hope to continue doing the same here. All the facilities and knowledge is here to help me to get even better.

"I will have to work hard, but I will give 100 per cent to help the team."

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