Watch 4 major deals as Premier League title contenders reinforce squads on the final day before the summer transfer window closes.
On 1 September 2026, attention focuses on 4 major deals among English Premier League teams on the last day of the summer transfer window, which closes at 23:00 UK time (05:00 on 2 September Thailand time).
The key highlights involve reinforcements by 4 Premier League title hopefuls: reigning champions Arsenal plus contenders Manchester City, Chelsea, and Liverpool. The 4 notable deals to watch are as follows.
- The future of the Argentine striker remains uncertain as he wants to leave Atlético Madrid, having missed several training sessions. However, Atlético refuses to sell to La Liga rival Barcelona but is open to negotiations with Arsenal, who have long shown interest.
Arsenal may intensify efforts to sign Julián Álvarez in the final stretch after agreeing to sell Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona and Gabriel Martinelli to Al Hilal. They also recently released Malik Fofana, a young talent from Olympique Lyonnais, who has moved to Sunderland.
- Manchester City is working hard to sign the Argentine midfielder to reunite him with Enzo Maresca. They have recently submitted an offer exceeding £120 million to Chelsea, with just hours left to make a final decision on transfer deadline day.
- If Chelsea agrees to sell Enzo Fernández to Manchester City, they will need a replacement. Transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano reports that the Blues have offered £38.5 million to sign Senegalese international midfielder Lamine Camara.
Although Monaco considers the offer below their asking price, Lamine Camara is interested in moving to Chelsea and is ready to proceed immediately if the clubs reach an agreement before the deadline. This also depends on Enzo Fernández's situation.
- Despite Liverpool recently unveiling Bradley Barcola, reports say they are ready to revive their pursuit of Jan Kuchta at the last minute after Brighton rejected two previous offers, the latest at £60 million.
The Reds have returned to Kuchta because Crystal Palace refuses to sell Ismaïla Sarr to Liverpool for less than £75 million. If Brighton lowers Kuchta's asking price from £80 million, there is a chance a deal can be reached before the window closes.
