Premier League News | 20 July 2025

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Daily bullet points of Premier League news & headlines by various sources on X.

Evening News

• Alexander Isak’s agent speaking to Saudi Arabian newspaper Arriyadiyah: “We are studying and analysing our options, and we may be close to finalising the next step for the player – without revealing any details of a transfer or stay with Newcastle.” [DaveOCKOP]
• Strasbourg agree deal to sign Mamadou Sarr on loan from Chelsea, the defender is back to the club. After signing 8 year deal at Chelsea, Sarr returns to Strasbourg on loan as key part of Rosenior plans for upcoming season with top 5 ambitions in Ligue1. Here we go. [Fabrizio Romano]
• No cutting corners. Licha continues his recovery programme at Carrington. [Manchester United]
• Chiesa misses the pre season tour of Hong Kong & Japan due to a minor fitness issue. [James Pearce]
• Paul Pogba on Marcus Rashford to Barcelona: “Man United, they’re losing a great player… Unlucky for them and the coach. [The United Stand]
• James Trafford and Man City exclusive story. Understand Trafford has accepted to return to Man City if the two clubs will reach an agreement, he’s keen on the move. #MCFC in talks with Burnley to reduce £40m buy back clause + deal still depends on GK exit. [Fabrizio Romano]

Afternoon News

• Newcastle are considering a summer move for 24-year old Nice forward Evann Guessand. The £30m rated Ivorian international, who can play as a CF, at number ten or on either wing, registered 24 G/A last season. [Magpie Media]
• Understand NEOM SC have ended their interest in Axel Disasi. A move was explored, but NEOM now have other centre-back targets. [Ben Jacobs]
• Understand Manchester United made initial contact to be informed on deal conditions for 23 year old GK Senne Lammens. Royal Antwerp goalkeeper among main names on Man Utd list if they decide to go for new GK this summer. [Fabrizio Romano]
• Man United haven’t made any bids for Viktor Gyokeres, and don’t plan on doing so. [Ben Jacobs]
• Liverpool lead 4-0 at half time in a friendly against Stoke City. Darwin Nunez with a 1st half hat trick. [DaveOCKOP]
• Manchester United were of course interested in Viktor Gyokores, but i’m not aware of any advanced negotiations as of today. Arsenal remain close to a deal for the player. Gyokores is desperate to join Arsenal. [SamC reports]

Morning News

• Viktor Gyôkeres has completed his 1st part of his Arsenal medical yesterday afternoon. The 2nd part will take place within the next 48 hours. [indykaila News]
• We exclusively revealed that Luis Diaz wanted to leave Liverpool unless bumper contract is offered. We now can confirm new Bayern Munich bid has been submitted at 9am 10am Liverpool officials to meet on Monday to discuss new bid New contract not ruled out yet. [indykaila News]
• Nottingham Forest submit first official bid to Bologna for Dan Ndoye as main target at winger position. Ndoye already said yes to Nottingham Forest project and talks club to club will now start with Bologna, up to the Italian side. Forest are now pushing. [Fabrizio Romano]
• West Ham United is delighted to announce the signing of England international defender Kyle Walker-Peters. [West Ham United]
• Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool, here we go! Deal in place for fee over €90m for the French striker to join from Eintracht Frankfurt, potentially reaching €95m. Six year deal for Ekitike, valid until June 2031; he only wanted Liverpool move. New striker for Slot. [Fabrizio Romano]
• Leny Yoro asked about Bryan Mbeumo: “Bryan’s a really good player, really happy he’s coming to the club. That’s my guy, I’m waiting for him now. “That was long, but he’s here now and I’m really happy!” [The United Stand]
• Atlético Madrid have now made direct contact with Renato Veiga’s camp… and the player is keen on the move! Chelsea insist on package worth at least €40m to sell Veiga while Atléti are prepared to advance in negotiations. [Fabrizio Romano]
• Bryan Mbeumo completes second part of medical at Man United today. He’s expected at Carrington for media and formal contract signing until June 2030 plus option until 2031. [Fabrizio Romano]