Overview

• Aston Villa rejected Arsenal's bid for Ollie Watkins, with manager Unai Emery confirming the striker's commitment to staying at the club after Jhon Durán’s transfer to Al-Nassr.
• Tottenham's efforts to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel fell through as the 19-year-old reportedly declined the move despite a £50 million agreement between the clubs.
• Manchester United is open to selling Alejandro Garnacho, with Tottenham and Chelsea among the clubs expressing interest, though negotiations remain ongoing.
• Spurs are in advanced talks with AC Milan to sign defender Fikayo Tomori as they look to bolster their injury-hit backline before the transfer window closes.
• Neymar returned to his boyhood club Santos on a six-month contract following dissatisfaction with playing time at Al-Hilal, receiving a warm welcome from fans.