There are just three days left of the transfer window and it's sure to be busy as several clubs look to make big signings before 11pm on Tuesday. Here are today's latest developments...
Southampton have zeroed in on Elche defender David Affengruber to replace Aston Villa bound Taylor Harwood-Bellis. The post Southampton ‘Are In Talks’ To Sign Replacement For Aston Villa Bound Taylor Harwood-Bellis appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Chelsea and Manchester City have adjusted fastest to a Premier League season of change, while Liverpool and Tottenham are off to slow starts. Man City sits top, ahead of Arsenal’s trip to Aston Villa on Monday, after a 4-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace, while Chelsea edged out Brighton 4-3 to maintain their perfect start under […] The post ENGLAND: Three Premier League talking points appeared first on Soccer America.
Joao Pedro got on the scoresheet against his former club (Picture: AP) Chelsea star Joao Pedro was labelled ‘ungrateful’ after his celebrations during the Blues’ 4-3 Premier League win against Brighton on Sunday. Xabi Alonso’s side continued their perfect start under their new boss, but were made to sweat in an entertaining clash at Stamford Bridge. Joao Pedro, who scored on the opening weekend against Fulham, started against his former side Brighton and was the subject of jeers from the away fans right from the start of the encounter. Those jeers reached their peak when the Brazilian wasted a golden opportunity early in the first half, firing wide of the mark from only yards out with nobody around him. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. However, Joao Pedro soon made amends, tucking home Chelsea’s third on the break before making a beeline to celebrate in front of the irate Brighton fans. In a separate incident before his goal, Joao Pedro was also seen goading the travelling fans by reminding them of the scoreline with his hands. Such acts did not go down well with former Seagulls winger Anthony Knockaert, who labelled the striker’s choice of celebration as ‘ungrateful’ to his former club. Former Brighton winger Anthony Knockaert was not happy with Joao Pedro (Picture: knockaert_anthony) Joao Pedro giving it the “2-0” to the away fans after missing a sitter….. #BHAFC pic.twitter.com/C17pAIHqJj— MwepuMagic (@MwepuMagic) August 30, 2026 Writing on Instagram, Knockaert said: ‘Don’t forget what Brighton did for you mate. Ungrateful.’ Joao Pedro, however, insisted there was no ill will behind his celebration, telling BBC Sport: ‘I just celebrate, it could be any fans, any team. I just want to do my celebration.’ On his side’s performance more generally, he added: ‘We started really well but then conceded goals. We should be more consistent and not give the opponents energy. Dibu [Emiliano Martinez] again showed his quality. @flemingben Are Xabi Alonso’s side ready to take on Arsenal? 🤔 #premierleague #chelsea #colepalmer ♬ original sound – Ben Fleming: Sports Journalist ‘Step by step, we will achieve our level. But it was very important to get the three points today. I know Brighton really well. I know I could be dangerous in the counter. Today, I could show my speed up front. ‘In front, we are very strong. The whole team, we have good players in every position. We need to build in the confidence and togetherness and hopefully we can keep winning like today.’ Joao Pedro now has two goals and two assists in his first two league matches of the season, and was praised by Darren Bent post-match, who insisted the striker was the best player on the pitch ‘by a distance’. Joao Pedro celebrates his goal in front of Brighton’s fans (Picture: AP) Watching Chelsea’s third goal back on Sky Sports, Bent said: ‘Really good finish. ‘Morgan Rogers was at the heart of it, he starts it, then it’s Hato with a really good run. ‘It’s the first touch out of his feet and then back across the goalkeeper. ‘He was the best player on the pitch, Joao Pedro, by a distance. ‘The touch out of his feet, opens up the whole goal, goes back across the goalkeeper… it’s a really, really good finish.’ Chelsea return to action next Sunday with a difficult trip to the Emirates to take on defending champions Arsenal. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
With Ollie Watkins officially unveiled as new Al Hilal player, Karim Benzema's fate at the club has been sealed, with reports even weighing the possibility of the Frenchman retiring after his contract termination. Ollie Watkins has been officially presented as an Al Hilal player, completing one of the most expensive transfer moves in Saudi Arabian soccer history. However, the arrival of the English striker effectively seals the fate of Karim Benzema, with reports suggesting the French legend could consider retirement after agreeing to terminate his contract. Manager Simone Inzaghi has been aggressively reshaping his squad, with Darwin Nunez, Karim Benzema, and Malcom left outside the Italian head coach’s long-term tactical plans. Following the acquisition of West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville, securing an elite central striker became the club’s top priority. On Sunday, Ollie Watkins was officially unveiled as Al Hilal‘s newest marquee signing from Aston Villa, where he led the Premier League side to a Europa League title last season. According to Fabrizio Romano, the clubs agreed on a base transfer fee of 58.4 million euros ($67.6 million USD) plus 2 million euros in potential add-ons for the English international. Watkins posted an emotional farewell message on his Instagram account to bid goodbye to the Villa fans: “6 amazing years has come to an end. Thank you for the amazing memories and always supporting me through highs and lows. Saying goodbye is never easy to this club as it’s been a massive part of my life on and off the pitch. Once a villain always a villain.“ The wait is over. Watkins is Blue. 💙 pic.twitter.com/DvntaPHb7G— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) August 30, 2026 Retirement remains an option for Benzema According to reporting from Saudi outlet Al Arriyadiyah, Al Hilal terminating Benzema’s contract was contingent on securing a frontline replacement. With Watkins officially locked in as the club’s starting striker, Al Hilal and the Frenchman have agreed to part ways. Benzema and Al Hilal reached a mutual agreement to terminate his contract just six months after he signed as a free agent from Al Ittihad. The departure follows reports that the 38-year-old was left off Al Hilal’s registered foreign player list for the upcoming Saudi Pro League campaign, accelerating his exit. Attention now turns to how the iconic forward will navigate the next phase of his career. According to Ben Jacobs, Benzema is keeping all options on the table, ranging from retiring from professional soccer to continuing elsewhere, with Saudi Pro League club Al Shabab expressing interest after previously exploring a loan deal. According to Forbes’ 2026 list of the world’s highest-paid athletes, Benzema ranked eighth overall with $104 million in total annual earnings ($100 million in salary, $4 million in endorsements). Walking away from the final year of his lucrative contract represents a significant financial shift, but mutual termination grants the Frenchman complete freedom over his next career move. Throughout his tenure in Saudi Arabia, the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner demonstrated he remains a formidable goalscorer. Across 83 appearances with Al Ittihad, he recorded 54 goals and 17 assists, while contributing 10 goals and 5 assists in 16 matches during his brief stint with Al Hilal.
Celtic have reached an agreement in principle with Dutch side PSV Eindhoven for young midfielder Joel van den Berg. The post ‘Agreement In Principle’ – Celtic Take Big Step Forward, Target Will Travel On Monday appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
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