Jesus Areso's anticipated move to Atletico Madrid faces a dramatic turn as Athletic Club intensifies efforts with a compelling new offer, creating a high-stakes transfer showdown for the Osasuna star.
Athletic Club, enjoying a stellar summer, is making a bold move to bring back former defender Aymeric Laporte from Al-Nassr. Despite significant financial hurdles, including a massive wage cut for Laporte and Al-Nassr's hefty demands, Bilbao hopes for a dream reunion.
Star winger Nico Williams has committed his future to Athletic Club, signing a new 10-year deal despite intense summer interest from Barcelona. Manager Ernesto Valverde expresses delight and focuses on the season ahead.
Atletico Madrid is on a transfer spree, confirming two signings in 24 hours while eyeing a fifth: Osasuna's Jesus Areso. This potential swoop could see Nahuel Molina depart as Atleti build a formidable squad for 2025-26.
Spain's top-flight clubs are deep into the transfer season, with significant moves unfolding. Alaves adds a veteran keeper, Athletic strengthens its defense, Real Betis snags a promising Uruguayan talent, and young stars make big European leaps.
Athletic Club is making a renewed push to re-sign Aymeric Laporte, who wants to leave Al Nassr for Europe to boost his 2026 World Cup chances. Financial hurdles remain for the Basque club amidst interest from other top European teams.
Barcelona faces hurdles in signing a new left winger after Nico Williams' snub. While Luis Diaz remains a top target, issues concerning Marc-Andre Ter Stegen's future could complicate a potential deal for Ademola Lookman, who shares the same agent.
Athletic Club's joy over Nico Williams' new deal is tempered by Yeray Alvarez's provisional suspension due to a banned substance from anti-alopecia medication. This unexpected blow impacts their defensive depth.
Barcelona missed Nico Williams, now strongly pursuing Liverpool's Luis Diaz, who reportedly wants Camp Nou. Marcus Rashford is an alternative. Financial hurdles and tragic events at Liverpool mean a deal is weeks away, despite Diaz's keenness and Liverpool's need for sales.
Barcelona, reeling from Nico Williams' contract renewal, now targets Marcus Rashford. Reportedly desperate for a Camp Nou move, Rashford offers Barcelona a potentially easier loan-to-buy deal, despite their financial woes.
