You're in for Bouaddi, but there's a catch
Arsenal and Liverpool have both agreed to Lille's demand: whoever signs Ayyoub Bouaddi loans him straight back for one season (5). The fee is around £100m. The 18-year-old midfielder broke through at the World Cup and every big club wants him. Lille won't budge on the loan-back clause, and both Premier League sides have reluctantly accepted it.
Newcastle say no on Bruno G
Newcastle have reiterated that Bruno Guimaraes is not for sale (3). Arsenal are preparing a formal offer, but the message from St James' Park is unchanged. Tottenham and Barcelona are also watching.
Rice missed England training
Declan Rice sat out England training on Wednesday, placed on a personalised workload programme ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against Norway (2). No confirmation yet on whether he'll be ready. Reece James and Marc Guehi were also limited.
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Alvarez on the radar, Yamal wants him at Barça
Arsenal are monitoring Julian Alvarez, but Barcelona are pushing hard (4). Lamine Yamal went public: "Everyone knows he's a top player, the kind everyone wants to play alongside. I've already said it: we're open to welcoming him, and if he comes, we'll all be very happy" (4). Real Madrid are in the mix too.
Ona Batlle signs for the women's team
Arsenal have signed Ona Batlle after her Barcelona exit (1). The Spain international joins on a permanent deal, strengthening the back line ahead of the new season.
Eredivisie clubs circling Agustien
Eredivisie clubs are interested in Arsenal talent Demiane Agustien (6). The Dutch league is monitoring the youngster as a potential target.
Fan reactions
The Batlle signing has fans buzzing on Reddit, with the official club account welcoming her with a simple message: "Catch a fresh wave" link. The Bruno Guimaraes news has landed less well, reaction to Newcastle's stance is pessimistic, with supporters reading it as the door slamming shut link. Meanwhile, the commemorative Premier League title book has dropped and fans are soaking it in.
