Football

Following their defeat on the Women’s Euro 2025 opening day to France, England were under pressure and responded superbly with an excellent performance on Wednesday.

Christian Norgaard has completed his transfer to Arsenal from Brentford, joining the club in a deal worth an initial £10 million, rising to £12 million with performance-related bonuses.

Arsenal submit £50m bid for Chelsea’s Noni Madueke after agreeing personal terms, but club-to-club talks remain ongoing as Blues weigh up their options.

José Mourinho is keeping a close eye on Viktor Gyökeres, ready to move if Sporting’s standoff with Arsenal opens the door for Fenerbahçe.

Arsenal still pushing for Benjamin Sesko despite closing in on Viktor Gyökeres, with both strikers potentially joining as talks reach a critical phase.

Gabriel Heinze joins coaching staff as Cuesta departs for Parma, with the former Argentina international taking his first coaching job in Europe.

Real Sociedad’s Jokin Aperribay concedes Martín Zubimendi’s departure was inevitable but admits he still hopes the midfielder will one day return.

Jamie Vardy’s move to Serie A club Genoa was stopped at the last minute after Patrick Vieira vetoed the deal, saying he wasn’t convinced by the 38-year-old.

Sporting hope to seal Viktor Gyökeres sale by Friday, with Arsenal preparing a final offer and the player refusing to play for the Portuguese club again.

According to Record, Viktor Gyökeres has refused to return to Sporting CP and is ready to force a move elsewhere if Arsenal deal is blocked.

Edu returns to football as Nottingham Forest appoint former Arsenal sporting director to lead recruitment, performance and player strategy across clubs.

Eberechi Eze wants the move, Arsenal want the deal, and now a new payment plan could be the key to unlocking one of the Premier League’s most watchable talents.

Christian Norgaard will join from Brentford in a deal worth up to £12m, becoming the second midfield signing of the summer after Martin Zubimendi.

Jessie Gale signs first pro deal after excelling with Watford, England U19s and Arsenal U21s, capping a season of goals, assists and youth honours.

Cristhian Mosquera rejects new Valencia deal and asks to join Arsenal after agreeing personal terms. Club now under pressure to negotiate a fee.

Taylor Hinds signs permanently after seven years away, saying she’s “buzzing” to be back and ready to win. She reunites with old teammates and brings new ambition.

Mariona Caldentey says she feels more noticed since moving to England, despite winning everything with Barcelona, as she targets Euro success with Spain.

Taylor Hinds returns to her childhood club after five years at Liverpool, bringing international pedigree and WSL experience in a key summer move.

Swedish centre-back Olle Samuelsson says he dreams of playing for Arsenal after a stunning six-month rise from the third tier to top-flight football with Häcken.

Former Arsenal midfielder Jimi Gower is on trial with Moreirense after leaving the Gunners in June, hoping to secure his first move abroad.