Barcelona's quest for Nico Williams collapsed dramatically after a direct WhatsApp message from a club figure to the player, urging him to drop his long-term agent, leading to an immediate renewal with Athletic Club.
AC Milan has reportedly made their definitive and final offer of €38m for Ardon Jashari, hoping his strong desire to join the club he supported since childhood will break Club Brugge's resistance. Jashari is boycotting pre-season to force the move.
Blackburn Rovers secure former Arsenal full-back Ryan Alebiosu from KV Kortrijk on a three-year deal. The 23-year-old recently spent time on loan at St Mirren and is Rovers' second summer signing from the Belgian club.