Transfer News: Latest on Arsenal target Alvarez as Spurs trio near departure
By Luke Oluoch, August 31, 2026With less than 48 hours for clubs to finalise their summer transfer business, the English Premier League and top European sides are racing against time to make last-minute signings and balance their squads.
Julián Álvarez, a high-profile target for several top European clubs, leads the group under the intense transfer spotlight as the decisive final days of the window approach.
Alvarez returns to Atleti
David Ornstein has reportedly hinted that Arsenal could still make a major move before the window closes, though the chances of pulling off a world-class attacking signing remain in doubt.
This comes after the Atlético Madrid star returned to group training with the Spanish club on Sunday as the deadline for a decision over his future passed.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have agreed to sell Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona in a deal finalised on Sunday. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian attacker’s medical is scheduled for Monday, August 31.
The Gunners were keen on a permanent exit and will accrue a Ksh1.508 billion initial package plus performance-related add-ons
The movement means the Spanish giants may have shifted priorities to a new striker, leaving Arsenal as the primary party looking at late options.
Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta face a tight window if they are to complete a marquee signing before the transfer deadline. In response, Atlético Madrid are lining up potential replacements, including Juventus target Jonathan David on loan.
Across North London, Tottenham Hotspur are also preparing for several outbound moves, with three players set to depart the club:
- Pape Matar Sarr: The midfielder has reportedly agreed to join Juventus on an initial loan deal featuring an option to buy that can become a mandatory obligation under specific conditions. Moore featured immensely in the club’s preseason under Roberto De Zerbi but will be heading out for more first-team football and experience after the club made several summer signings across the various departments.
- Kevin Danso: The defender is also expected to leave after formally requesting permission from the club to seek a new challenge.