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Transfer Deadline Day: All Major Deals Announced By Premier League Clubs

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10 months ago

August 31, 2024

As the transfer window slams shut, Premier League clubs have been in a frenzy, finalising their squads for the season ahead.

From last-minute signings to surprise exits, we’ve covered all major deals.

Here’s a roundup of the major deals of the just-ended transfer window.

This information was curated from the EPL website on Friday.

Chelsea’s Sterling joins Arsenal on loan
Arsenal made one of the big moves on Deadline Day, bringing Raheem Sterling on a season-long loan from Chelsea.

Sterling, 29, moves across London after falling the pecking order at Stamford Bridge under new head coach Enzo Maresca.

The England international scored eight goals and provided four assists in 31 Premier League appearances last season and will provide depth in the wide positions for the Gunners.

Man Utd sign Ugarte from PSG
Manchester United have signed defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte from French champions Paris Saint-Germain, subject to registration.

The 23-year-old Uruguayan has agreed to a five-year deal at Old Trafford, with the option to extend for a further 12 months.

“The project that the football leadership discussed with me is extremely exciting; Manchester United is an ambitious club, and I am an ambitious player,” Ugarte told the official club website.

Palace sign Nketiah from Arsenal
Crystal Palace have signed striker Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal on a five-year deal.

Having grown up in Deptford, Nketiah returns to south London after scoring 38 goals in 168 appearances for Arsenal, averaging a goal just under every 180 minutes. He scored his first Premier League hat-trick last season against Sheffield United.

Nketiah told Palace’s official website: “I’m excited to get going. Every time I come back to south London, it always puts a smile on my face, so it’s good to be back home.”

Leicester snap up Edouard
With Nketiah joining Palace, striker Odsonne Edouard has left the Eagles and moved to Leicester City on loan, subject to Premier League approval.

The 26-year-old Frenchman has made 95 Premier League appearances since joining Palace in 2021, scoring 18 goals.

Toney leaves Brentford
Brentford striker Ivan Toney has left the club permanently after entering the final year of his contract, joining Saudi Pro League team Al-Ahli, subject to international clearance.

Toney scored 72 goals in 141 appearances for the Bees, helping them win promotion to the Premier League in 2021 and stay there ever since.

“It’s been a pleasure to work with Ivan over the last four years,” head coach Thomas Frank told the club’s official website. “He has averaged more than one goal every two games, which is an unbelievable number.

“I’m happy he has an opportunity to try something new in his life and career. We thank him for so many magical moments and wish him all the best for his next chapter. Ivan leaves as a Brentford legend.”

Nelson moves on loan to Fulham
Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson has joined Fulham on a season-long loan.

The 24-year-old has made 50 Premier League appearances for the Gunners, scoring four goals and providing two assists.

He’ll link up with his former Arsenal team-mate Emile Smith Rowe at Craven Cottage.

Everton add Broja on loan
Everton have bolstered their attacking options with the loan signing of Chelsea forward Armando Broja.
The 22-year-old arrives on a season-long deal, with an option to make the move permanent next summer.

Southampton recruit Ramsdale from Arsenal
Southampton have signed goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal on a four-year deal.

Ramsdale, 26, made 89 appearances for the Gunners over the past three seasons across all competitions and has played 153 times in the Premier League in total, including spells with AFC Bournemouth (twice) and Sheffield United.

“The way the manager wants to play, the way he was when I spoke to him, he was just full of so much enthusiasm,” Ramsdale told the club’s official website. “I’d never met him before, but he made me feel about eight feet tall, which is just what you want.”

At the end of last season, Ramsdale was spotted in the Southampton end at Wembley Stadium for their playoff final win over Leeds United, dressed as Hagrid from Harry Potter.

Arsenal bring in Neto from Bournemouth
After Ramsdale’s departure, Arsenal have brought in goalkeeper Neto from Bournemouth on a season-long loan.

The 35-year-old Brazilian has made 61 Premier League appearances for the Cherries since joining them in August 2022, keeping 13 clean sheets. He was named club captain just six months after arriving at the Vitality Stadium.

Neto told Arsenal’s official website: “I had two dreams as a kid to play for a football team. It was my team in Brazil, where I grew up and became a professional footballer, and also Arsenal. And now I’m realising it! I’m a really lucky person.”

New centre-back for Palace
After selling Joachim Andersen to Fulham, Crystal Palace have signed centre-back Maxence Lacroix from Wolfsburg on a five-year deal.

The 24-year-old Frenchman, who will wear the No. 5 shirt, is reunited with Palace boss Oliver Glasner after playing under the Austrian at Wolfsburg and earning UEFA Champions League qualification.

Palace chairman Steve Parish told the club’s official website: “We have watched Maxence play at the very highest level of European football, and we are delighted to be able to welcome him to Selhurst Park.”

McTominay leaves Man Utd
Long-serving midfielder Scott McTominay has left Manchester United to join Napoli in a permanent move.

The 27-year-old came through Man Utd’s academy, making his debut in 2017 under Jose Mourinho, and went on to make 255 first-team appearances for his boyhood club. Of those appearances, 178 came in the Premier League, and he scored 19 goals in the competition while providing four assists.

A statement on Man Utd’s official website said: “McTominay will be missed by everyone at the club and leaves with our best wishes as he embarks on a new chapter of his career in Italy. Good luck, Scott, arrivederci and thank you for the fabulous memories.”

McTominay will be joined at Napoli by Billy Gilmour, who is also making a permanent move to the Italian club after playing 60 matches in all competitions for Brighton & Hove Albion over two years.

West Ham sign Spain midfielder Soler
West Ham United have signed Spain international midfielder Carlos Soler on loan from Paris Saint-Germain for the rest of the season.

The 27-year-old, who has 14 caps for Spain, made 226 appearances for Valencia and won the Copa del Rey before joining Paris Saint-Germain in 2022, where he won two Ligue 1 titles, a Coupe de France, and a Trophée des Champions.

West Ham’s technical director Tim Steidten told the club’s official website: “We’ve admired him for some time, and whilst we’ve had to wait until the final day of the summer transfer window to secure his services, we’re really pleased to have him on board for the remainder of the season.”

Ward-Prowse heads to Forest on loan
Midfielder James Ward-Prowse has moved from West Ham United to Nottingham Forest on loan for the rest of the season.

James Ward-Prowse
The 29-year-old dead-ball specialist made 37 Premier League appearances for West Ham last campaign, registering seven goals and seven assists. In total, he has played 381 Premier League matches, scoring 56 goals and adding 45 assists.

Nayef Aguerd
Defender Nayef Aguerd has also left West Ham on loan, joining Real Sociedad after making 21 Premier League appearances last season.

Brazilian Defender Morato Joins Forest
In addition to recruiting Ward-Prowse, Nottingham Forest have strengthened their defence by signing Morato from Benfica, with the Brazilian signing a five-year deal.

Morato, who can play as a left-back or in central defence, made 86 appearances for Benfica and won the Primeira Liga title in 2022/23. He played five times in the UEFA Champions League last season.

Forest’s chief football officer Ross Wilson told the club’s official website: “Morato has been in our thoughts and discussions to come into the squad for several transfer windows, and we’re delighted to have him join us today.”

Nottingham Forest have also signed goalkeeper George Murray-Jones from Manchester City on a three-year deal, with a one-year extension option.

The 19-year-old joined City in July 2021, having progressed through the ranks at Southend United. He made 13 appearances for youth teams last season, playing three times in both the UEFA Youth League and the EFL Trophy.

Fraser, Cornet Join Southampton
Southampton have signed two wingers on Deadline Day.

Ryan Fraser
Ryan Fraser has rejoined the Saints, signing a two-year contract as a free agent after helping the club win promotion during a season-long loan spell.

Chalobah joins Crystal Palace on loan
Chelsea’s Trevor Chalobah is heading to Crystal Palace.

He has joined on a season-long loan from Chelsea to complete a great transfer window for them.
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Full List: UEFA Fine Chelsea, Barcelona, Three Others For Breaking Financial Rules

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5 hours ago

July 4, 2025

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Chelsea, Barcelona and Aston Villa were among several clubs fined by UEFA on Friday for breaching European football’s financial sustainability requirements.

UEFA said the clubs had not complied with its football earnings rule. Chelsea and Villa were also penalised for breaching the squad cost rule.

Chelsea were ordered to pay a fine of 31 million euros ($36.5 million) for the two breaches. They could have to pay an additional 60 million euros if they fail to comply by the end of a four-year period as part of a settlement agreement.

The Blues have spent the most money of any club in Europe since a consortium led by US businessman Todd Boehly bought the Premier League giants in 2022.

Barcelona incurred a fine of 15 million euros, with a further 45 million euros conditional on a two-year settlement agreement.

Villa must pay 11 million euros and risk a further fine of 15 million euros if they breach the terms of their three-year deal.

French club Lyon have agreed to be excluded from European competition if their relegation to Ligue 2 on financial grounds is confirmed. They were also fined 12.5 million euros.

Full list of clubs hit by UEFA fine and amount
Chelsea: 20M€

Barcelona: 15M€

Lyon: 12.5M€

Aston Villa: 11M€

Roma: 3M€

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Liverpool, Football World Mourn Diogo Jota As Tributes Pour In

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

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Tributes have continued to pour in following the tragic death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Silva, in a car accident in Spain.

Liverpool Football Club, in an official statement on Thursday, expressed profound grief at the news of the 28-year-old’s passing.

“Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,” the club said. “The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.”

The Merseyside club requested privacy for the grieving family, adding, “Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss. We will continue to provide them with our full support.”

Clubs across the English Premier League also joined in mourning the Portugal international.

Chelsea Football Club shared its condolences on social media, stating, “Everyone at Chelsea FC is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre. Our thoughts go out to their family, friends and all at Liverpool FC at this incredibly difficult time.”

Manchester City also issued a heartfelt message, stating, “Everyone at Manchester City is shocked and saddened to learn about the devastating news regarding the passing of Diogo Jota. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends and everyone at Liverpool Football Club at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Diogo.”

Newcastle United added, “We are deeply saddened to learn the heartbreaking news of Diogo Jota’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences are with Diogo’s young family, friends and everyone at Liverpool Football Club during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Diogo.”

The Professional Footballers’ Association, said, “We are deeply shocked and saddened at the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with their family, loved ones, and Diogo’s teammates and friends at Liverpool FC. He was a loving father with a young family and a remarkable talent, hugely respected across the game. This is an unimaginable loss, and both will be greatly missed.”

Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea also reacted to the news, writing simply on social media, adding, “Sometimes life is very cruel.”

The tragic passing of Jota and his brother has sent shockwaves throughout the football world, with tributes continuing to flow in for the two brothers remembered for their talent, humility, and dedication to the sport.

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5 ‘Big’ Recent Events Diogo Jota Had Before His Death

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2 days ago

July 3, 2025

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The global football community is united in grief following the devastating news of Diogo Jota’s passing.

The Liverpool and Portugal forward, 28 years old, died this morning in a car accident in Spain.

His untimely death has cast a somber shadow over the sport, coming just weeks after a period of immense personal joy and professional triumph that showcased his burgeoning talent and cherished connections.

Jota’s recent life was marked by a series of significant milestones that underscored his growing stature in both club and international football.

5 Major Recent Milestones for Jota

UEFA Nations League Final Win

Just weeks before his passing, in early June 2025, Jota was a pivotal member of the Portugal squad that triumphed in the UEFA Nations League, beating Spain in the final. This marked a significant international achievement for the talented forward.

Premier League Champion

In April 2025, Jota played a crucial role in Liverpool’s Premier League title victory. His contributions were vital in securing the coveted domestic league title for the Reds.

100th Liverpool Start Milestone

In late 2024 (specifically, October 5, 2024), Jota marked his 100th start for Liverpool across all competitions. He celebrated this milestone by scoring a goal against Crystal Palace, highlighting his consistent impact for the club.

Marriage to Rute Cardoso

On June 22, 2025, just ten days before his tragic death, Diogo Jota married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso. This publicly celebrated event was a joyful personal milestone, shared with their three children.

Continues Playing and Streaming (FIFA eSports)

Jota remained highly active both on the football pitch and in the world of competitive gaming. He was known for his elite FIFA (now EA FC) skills, even achieving a world No. 1 ranking, and ran his own esports organization, Luna Galaxy. His engagement in streaming provided a unique connection with fans and showcased his diverse talents beyond professional football.