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Arsenal have turned down an approach from Chelsea for forward Emile Smith Rowe. (Mail), external

Nottingham Forest have agreed a loan deal with the Gunners for left-back Nuno Tavares. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Meanwhile, Luton Town are keen on signing Arsenal defender Rob Holding on loan. (Standard), external

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We told you earlier that Manchester United are considering a loan move for Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella to cover for injuries on the left side of the defence.

Well Erik ten Hag does have other options.

Barcelona's former Chelsea and Bolton Wanderers defender Marcos Alonso has been mooted, while French website Le Parisien, external is reporting that United have approached Lyon over a loan move for 30-year-old Argentina left-back Nicolas Tagliafico.

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We have had news this morning of a player heading out of the Premier League, for this season at least.

Leeds United have signed full-back Djed Spence on a season-long loan from Tottenham.

The 23-year-old came through Fulham's academy before joining Middlesbrough, where he made 70 appearances.

He then helped Nottingham Forest to promotion to the Premier League during a loan spell in 2021-22.

Spence joined Spurs last summer in a £20m deal, but made only six substitute appearances before joining French side Rennes on loan in January.

While we are talking transfers, as Friday's deadline is fast approaching, let's take stock of the activity during the summer window.

We want to know who you think will prove to be the best signing and which new arrival represents the best value.

If you need some inspiration, here is a link to the summer transfers so far...

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BBC Sport

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Manchester United have a problem at left-back, which could be solved by the arrival of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea.

With Luke Shaw and Tyrrell Malacia both out for extended periods, Erik ten Hag's options are reduced to Diogo Dalot switching from right-back and 20-year-old Alvaro Fernandez, who is untested at Premier League level.

United are looking at loan options, which include Marcos Alonso, who is currently at Barcelona. But they have also made contact with Chelsea over Marc Cucurella, who is out of favour at Stamford Bridge.

If Ten Hag got Cucurella, who was so impressive at Brighton, it could prove to be an inspired move.

Right, back to the latest transfer news, starting with more on the story we brought you earlier about Manchester United's search for emergency cover at left-back...

Guillem Balague
Spanish football journalist on BBC Radio 5 Live

There are four ways to get rid of [Spain FA president] Luis Rubiales: a vote of no confidence [from the federation], the [Spanish] state prosecutor is investigating, the biggest sporting judicial body [in Spain] the TAD is also trying to get him suspended, and Fifa have started an investigation. All in all – you look at the federation and the people who are in charge are the people that Rubiales put in charge. So things are going pretty slow and frustrating for most of us who think that a big change is needed… He feels that he can defend himself to a point that he stays in charge.

The list is at the moment is 81 players who have decided that they will not play [for Spain]. They didn’t name him but in the statement a few days back they were actually saying as long as the directors don’t change then they will not play. They want a restructuring of the federation. And to be honest the ones in charge – all men – the 19 members of the board have said they want that as well – a restructuring and a change. It’s just not happening at the pace everybody wanted.

So, the board of the FA, instead having a vote of no confidence against Rubiales which would have really started that restructuring from the top, all they did was say, ‘We want you to resign’ knowing full well that he wasn’t going to resign. So the next step is that vote of no confidence but a third of the men in charge don’t really want Rubiales to go. So who is going to push him out? We just don’t know.

England's Ella Toone has said Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales ''should do the right thing'' and resign after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips after the World Cup final.

The final, which took place on 20 August, saw Spain beat England 1-0 to win the trophy for the first time.

As Hermoso collected her winner medal, Rubiales kissed her. Here is what Toone said in full:

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Megan Rapinoe will play her final match for the United States in a friendly against South Africa on 24 September

Rapinoe has played in four World Cups, winning the 2015 and 2019 editions.

Prior to the 2023 World Cup she confirmed plans to retire when the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season ends in November.

"When I think back on the past 30-plus years of playing this game, my overriding emotions are joy and gratitude," Rapinoe said.

"It's been an unbelievable ride. It will be special to have this one last opportunity to play for my country [...] and get the chance to thank my team-mates and everyone who has had an impact on me as a person and player over the years."

The forward is scheduled to sign off her professional career on 15 October when NWSL side OL Reign play their final game of the campaign at Chicago Red Stars.

Read more here.

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The EFL Cup starts to gather some real pace after the conclusion of tonight's five second round fixtures.

Holders Manchester United enter the competition, alongside the likes of Manchester City and Arsenal.

Salford, owned by United's famous 'Class of 92', could potentially face the Red Devils after their heroics to beat Leeds on penalties.

The draw for round three takes place straight after tonight's 20:00 clash between Doncaster and Everton.

Former Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore and recently retired England international Izzy Christiansen have the pleasure of picking out the balls.

Round three ties will take place week commencing 25 September.

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Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino spoke on Tuesday about his line-up for tonight's EFL Cup second-round clash with Wimbldeon: "We are going to use four or five young guys. Chelsea always produce good talent and now it's a good opportunity.

"It's not our philosophy at the moment but it's because we need to bring young guys to the first team because we have some players who can't play tomorrow.

"The academy and the coaches there are working so hard and it's good to have players from the academy involved."

The EFL Cup action is not over with more fixtures this evening, here is a full list:

• Harrogate Town v Blackburn Rovers
• Chelsea v AFC Wimbledon
• Sheffield United v Lincoln City
• Nottingham Forest v Burnley
• Doncaster v Everton

We will have coverage of those games on the BBC Sport website and you can lisen to commentary on BBC Radio 5 live.

All the scores from Tuesday night's second-round EFL Cup ties can be found on this page.

Just click on the individual scores to view the match reports.

All the information you need on tonight's cup matches, plus details of the third-round draw, are coming up.

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BBC Sport at Home Park

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Roy Hodgson has praised the job Plymouth Argyle boss Steven Schumacher is doing after Crystal Palace's 4-2 win in the Carabao Cup at the Pilgrims.

Argyle led 2-0 early in the second period before Palace scored three times in five minutes to set up victory.

The hosts, who won the League One title last season, made nine changes and dominated the first 55 minutes of the game.

"I'd like to say we were surprised by how good Plymouth were, but we weren't," Hodgson told BBC Sport.

"We knew they were very good and made it clear to the players that this is a good team you're playing.

"We thought when they made changes, 'Maybe we'll be lucky, maybe the ones they've brought in won't be as good,' but they were."

Read more reaction here.

BBC Sport has a dedicated Palace page packed with news, analysis and fan views - get it here

Alistair Bruce-Ball
Commentator on Football Daily podcast

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Until the 55th minute it looked like Plymouth were comfortably and deservedly going through. A stunning curler from Luke Cundle almost lifted the roof off Home Park.

Crystal Palace looked out of it at that point but wily old Roy Hodgson had a trick or two up his sleeve, namely some real Premier League quality coming off the bench.

On came Eze, Ayew and Schlupp [who all made assists] and Plymouth quite simply didn't know what hit them. I'll tell you what hit them, three goals in four minutes.

Listen to more reaction on Football Daily.

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Crystal Palace scored three goals in five second-half minutes to come from 2-0 down to win at Plymouth Argyle in the Carabao Cup second round.

Ben Waine gave the Championship side a flying start as he fired in from close range early on, and Luke Cundle superbly doubled their lead 33 seconds after the interval.

But Palace responded in devastating fashion as Odsonne Edouard converted from close range and Jean-Philippe Mateta tapped in soon after.

Mateta then blasted in his second before Eberechi Eze fed the French striker to ruthlessly complete his first hat-trick for the Premier League side.

Read the full match report.

Alex Bruce
Former Hull defender on Football Daily

Leeds will be a little bit aggrieved as they were the better team on the night but they weren't clinical in front of goal, or as clinical as they should be.

Listen to more reaction via the Football Daily podcast on BBC Sounds.

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League Two Salford stunned Championship side Leeds with an epic penalty shootout victory to reach the third round of the Carabao Cup.

The fourth-tier side eventually went through 9-8 on penalties after Ossama Ashley scored at the second attempt when his initial effort was saved by Karl Darlow but the keeper was adjudged to have come off his line.

The hosts had taken the lead against the run of play before the break when former Leeds striker Matt Smith powered home a header from 10 yards out.

Pascal Struijk poked home an equaliser for the away side, who also hit the woodwork through Crysencio Summerville and Sam Greenwood.

But the Ammies won out on spot-kicks to reach the third round of the competition for the first time in their history.

They will now go in the hat with Premier League sides, including Manchester United, for the third-round draw.

Read the full report here.

Ray Houghton
Ex-Fulham midfielder on Football Daily podcast

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One of the problems they [Fulham] might have is strength in depth. They had a few players who had to come off which will be a slight concern for Marco Silva.

Overall, I really like their attitude. That is why I think they might have a good season. I think they will be well clear of the relegation zone because there is an attitude and commitment about them. I think that was shown against Arsenal and even more so [in this game].

When Tottenham put it on to them they stood firm and they have got some top quality players in certain positions.

I am sure the manager will be delighted with what he has seen, he would just like, before that window closes, to have one or two more additions to help them out when it comes to scoring goals.

BBC Sport has a dedicated Fulham page packed with news, analysis and fan views - get it here