๐จ Kai Havertz set to miss rest of season through injury. Arsenal forward suffered torn hamstring during training at #AFC camp in Dubai. Unclear if 25yo Germany international will require surgery but focus is getting fit for 2025-26 campaign
David Ornstein
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David Ornstein
07 Feb, 22:37
๐จ Gabriel Martinelli faces more than a month on sidelines with hamstring injury suffered in Arsenal loss at #NUFC. Early indications suggest 23yo winger set to miss #AFC PL games vs #LCFC #WHUFC #NFFC & potentially #MUFC #CFC + #UCL last-16
David Ornstein
05 Feb, 16:38
๐จ EXCL: Brighton secure deal to sign promising midfielder Clement Bischoff from Brรธndby this summer. โฌ8m fee (among biggest #BIF sales) + 5yr #BHAFC contract agreed. Move for 19yo left-sided Denmark youth intl in process of being finalised
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:38
๐จ Alphonso Davies commits future to Bayern Munich by agreeing new 4.5yr contract. Existing deal expires in June 2025 - fresh terms run to June 2030. #FCBayern will now draft docs ahead of 24yo Canada left-back putting pen to paper this week
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:38
๐จ Elie Junior Kroupi joins Bournemouth from Lorient on permanent for ~ยฃ12m fee + bonuses. 18yo striker to stay at Ligue 2 club on loan until summer so medical checks completed there. 5.5yr #AFCB contract signed by coveted France youth intโl
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:37
๐จ Tottenham Hotspur reach total agreement to sign Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich. Deal for 19yo #FCBayern attacker loan until summer + #THFC option to buy at โฌ55m on 6yr contract. Medical complete & France youth intโl poised to sign shortly
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:37
๐จ Aston Villa reach agreement with Chelsea to sign Axel Disasi. Deal for 26yo centre-back straight loan to end of season, no buy option. Fee to #CFC same range as ~ยฃ5m deal Tottenham struck - but France intl joining #AVFC after @Matt_Law_DT
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:37
๐จ Nico OโReilly stays at Manchester City despite strong interest from Chelsea in #DeadlineDay transfer. #MCFC would have demanded buy-back clause, which #CFC would not accept. City rate 19yo extremely highly + this avoids Cole Palmer repeat
David Ornstein
04 Feb, 22:37
๐จ Nico Gonzalez undergoing medical in Portugal ahead of proposed #DeadlineDay move from Porto to Manchester City. Not fully done but #MCFC now closing in on #FCPorto midfielder; fee around โฌ60m & long-term contract agreed for 23yo Spaniard
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 15:36
๐จ Manchester City close to reaching agreement with Porto to sign Nico Gonzalez. Deal for 23yo #FCPorto midfielder not done but advancing towards conclusion. Personal terms no problem as #MCFC work to complete #DeadlineDay switch. W/ @SamLee
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 15:36
๐จ Mathys Tel travelling to London ahead of #DeadlineDay switch from Bayern Munich to Tottenham Hotspur. Agreements reached for 19yo #FCBayern forward to join #THFC on loan; structure still to be ironed out before move done after @Plettigoal
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 15:36
๐จ AC Milan reach verbal agreement with Chelsea to sign Joao Felix. #DeadlineDay deal for 25yo attacker straight loan, no buy option. Portugal forwardโs full #CFC wages covered + #ACM to pay loan fee package worth โฌ5.5m. W/ @JamesHorncastle
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 15:36
๐จ Christopher Nkunku stays at Chelsea despite interest from Bayern Munich & Man Utd. Price too high for both clubs to buy + #MUFC loan enquiry on Sunday rebuffed. Joao Felix still likely to leave #CFC on #DeadlineDay loan. W/ @SJohnsonSport
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 11:06
๐จ Manchester City attempting to complete #DeadlineDay move for Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez. No agreement or guarantee it happens but negotiations over 23yo Spaniard ongoing as #MCFC work to strengthen with player who can operate at No6/8
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 11:06
๐จ Crystal Palace reject major bid from Tottenham Hotspur to sign Marc Guehi permanently. #THFC + other clubs expected to try again for 24yo England international in summer, when centre-back will have 12mnths left on #CPFC terms #DeadlineDay
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 11:06
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#DeadlineDay
David Ornstein
03 Feb, 08:06
Correction: there was no formal recall option in James Ward-Prowse loan deal: it was a mutual agreement between the clubs for the 30yo midfielder to rejoin West Ham from Nottingham Forest & will be completed on #DeadlineDay
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David Ornstein
03 Feb, 06:07
๐จ EXCL: James Ward-Prowse to rejoin West Ham from Nottingham Forest. 30yo midfielder on season-long loan at #NFFC but #WHUFC exercised recall option; agreed between clubs & in process of being finalised. Graham Potter keen to use Englishman
David Ornstein
02 Feb, 18:37
๐จ Juventus reach agreement with Newcastle United to sign Lloyd Kelly. Deal for 26yo English defender loan until summer + obligation to buy at ยฃ20m. Granted permission to travel for medical & complete move from #NUFC to #Juve before deadline
David Ornstein
02 Feb, 18:37
๐จ EXCL: Strasbourg reach agreement with Southampton to sign top English talent Samuel Amo-Ameyaw. Deal for 18yo #SaintsFC winger loan + obligation to buy at โฌ7m total package on 5yr contract. #RCSA medical done; parties working to complete
David Ornstein
02 Feb, 18:37
๐จ West Ham reach agreement with Brighton to sign Evan Ferguson. Proposed deal for 20yo #BHAFC striker straight loan + fee, add-ons & full salary covered. Ireland intโl set for medical today as #WHUFC work to seal move after @skysports_sheth
David Ornstein
02 Feb, 18:37
๐จ Marcus Rashford undergoing Aston Villa medical ahead of completing move from Man Utd. Deal for 27yo loan + ยฃ40m option & majority of wages covered. Marco Asensio medical later today - straight loan but #PSG open to extending if #AVFC want
David Ornstein
01 Feb, 23:06
๐จ Aston Villa reach agreement to sign Marco Asensio from Paris Saint-Germain. 29yo Spanish forward joins #AVFC on loan to summer - full coverage of #PSG salary. Separate to Marcus Rashford arrival from Manchester United on loan + buy option
David Ornstein
01 Feb, 23:06
๐จ Kevin Danso pulls out of loan move to Wolves & Tottenham exploring deal to sign centre-back from Lens. 26yo Austria international scheduled to undergo #WWFC medical on Sunday but head turned by Spurs + switch to #THFC now being worked on
David Ornstein
01 Feb, 23:06
๐จ Tottenham reach agreement with Lens to sign Kevin Danso in permanent move. Deal for 26yo centre-back worth โฌ25m, personal terms in place on 5.5yr contract + medical done. Austria intโl was set to join Wolves before #THFC launched hijack
David Ornstein
01 Feb, 15:06
๐จ Aston Villa close to agreeing deal to sign Marcus Rashford on loan from Man Utd. Still work to do but now expected 27yo #MUFC forward will join #AVFC. Likely to include buy option, significant salary coverage + bonuses. W/ @lauriewhitwell
David Ornstein
31 Jan, 23:06
๐จ Jordan Henderson stays at Ajax - potential Monaco move off. 34yo midfielder held talks with #Ajax hierarchy last night after Europa League win over Galatasaray; agreement reached to remain in Amsterdam + battle for trophies. Contract 2026
David Ornstein
31 Jan, 23:06
๐จ Mathys Tel told Tottenham he plans to stay at Bayern Munich & reassess in summer - despite battle to sign him this window. #THFC reached agreements with #FCBayern, 19yo + reps but forward then expressed wish to remain in Munich. W/ @SebSB
David Ornstein
18 Jan, 00:38
๐จ BREAKING: Final element of Premier League profitability & sustainability charge vs Everton for period ending season 2022-23 discontinued. Means all outstanding PSR charges brought by PL in relation to #EFC now resolved + compliant in 2024
David Ornstein
18 Jan, 00:38
๐จ Chelsea make enquiries on Alejandro Garnacho + Jamie Gittens - #MUFC / #BVB wingers among multiple options of interest to #CFC for potential signing in wide attacking areas. Conversations at early stage but both 20yos under consideration
David Ornstein
18 Jan, 00:38
๐จ Bayern Munich close to agreement with Alphonso Davies over new contract. Only small gap between #FCBayern + 24yo left-backโs expectations on proposed 4yr deal. #RMFC & PL clubs still waiting in wings but compromise now likely to be struck
David Ornstein
17 Jan, 05:37
๐จ Southampton to appoint Johannes Spors as technical director - subject to visa. 42yo German will also support Sport Republic on player pathways & development across multi-club operation. Previously global sporting director of 777 #SaintsFC
David Ornstein
17 Jan, 05:37
๐จ Manchester City reach verbal agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign striker Omar Marmoush. #MCFC / #SGE struck compromise today + now working to finalise deal. Personal terms for 25yo Egypt international no issue after @FabriceHawkins
David Ornstein
16 Jan, 04:37
๐จ Ipswich Town complete permanent signing of Jaden Philogene from Aston Villa. 22yo England youth international exits #AVFC for #ITFC in deal worth ยฃ20m + adds & puts pen to paper on 4.5yr contract. Long-term target of Kieran McKenna landed
David Ornstein
16 Jan, 04:37
๐จ Atlanta United working to reach agreement with Newcastle United to sign winger Miguel Almiron. #ATLUTD offer for 30yo Paraguay international worth in region of ยฃ11m - #NUFC considering. Talks advanced + conclusion expected in coming days
David Ornstein
15 Jan, 18:07
๐จ EXCL: Chelsea activate option to recall Trevoh Chalobah from loan at Crystal Palace. 25yo defender returns with immediate effect so not available for #CPFC at #LCFC tonight. Considered by #CFC as important part of squad for rest of season
David Ornstein
15 Jan, 02:37
Recapping a busy day of Arsenal news on @NBCSportsSoccer w/ @CaraBanksGC
David Ornstein
14 Jan, 18:36
๐จ Breaking: Henrik Kraft steps down as Southampton chair. #SaintsFC majority shareholder Dragan Solak takes role. Kraft to remain shareholder + on Sport Republic board. Solak โdeeply disappointedโ with season & off-field team to be enhanced
David Ornstein
14 Jan, 12:35
๐จ Gabriel Jesus set for long spell out with suspected ACL rupture. Further specialist reviews on 27yo striker planned today to establish full extent. Arsenal open to doing business - overseas loans seem most likely route for #AFC at present
David Ornstein
14 Jan, 12:35
๐จ Arsenal pursuing deal to sign Martin Zumbimendi from Real Sociedad. #AFC working on landing 25yo midfielder next summer for considerable period + reignited long-term pursuit during process of recruiting Mikel Merino after @SamiMokbel81_DM
David Ornstein
14 Jan, 12:35
๐จ Breaking: Henrik Kraft steps down as Southampton chairman. #SaintsFC majority shareholder Dragan Solak takes role. Kraft to remain shareholder + on ownership board. Solak โdeeply disappointedโ with season & off-field set-up to be enhanced
David Ornstein
14 Jan, 00:36
๐จ Chelsea enquire over deal to sign Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich. No guarantee it happens but #CFC interest in 19yo forward long-standing + contact made. Separately #FCBayern exploring move for Christopher Nkunku post @FabrizioRomano @BILD
David Ornstein
11 Jan, 02:36
๐จ David Moyes set to be appointed Everton manager - talks heading towards deal being finalised imminently. Expected to be announced in next 24hrs. Viewed by TFG as ideal for PL survival + longer-term plans, which #EFC contract will reflect
David Ornstein
11 Jan, 02:36
๐จ Man City reach agreement with Lens to sign Abdukodir Khusanov for โฌ40m + bonuses. 20yo Uzbekistan centre-back to join on 4.5+1yr contract. #MCFC also in ongoing talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over striker Omar Marmoush - no agreement yet
David Ornstein
09 Jan, 20:06
๐จ Jose Mourinho not in contention to take over as next Everton manager following departure of Sean Dyche today. Never a consideration for either 61yo Portuguese coach or new #EFC owners The Friedkin Group - having worked together at AS Roma
David Ornstein
09 Jan, 20:06
๐จ Liverpool could consider move to sign Khvicha Kvaratskhelia if leaves Napoli in Jan. #LFC not actively seeking winger but admire 23yo, alert to situation + may contend if becomes market opportunity. #PSG & #CFC also among interested clubs
David Ornstein
09 Jan, 20:06
๐จ David Moyes emerges as top target of The Friedkin Group (TFG) to succeed Sean Dyche as Everton manager. No agreement yet; talks ongoing with 61yo as TFG work to make swift appointment, with focus being to retain #EFC Premier League status
David Ornstein
04 Jan, 16:06
๐จ Tottenham Hotspur set to complete signing of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague today. 21yo Czech youth intโl to join on 5.5y contract + challenge for #THFC No1 slot. Very highly-rated & at over โฌ15m + adds, not seen as back-up
David Ornstein
03 Jan, 20:36
๐จ Ipswich make ยฃ16m offer to sign Ben Doak from Liverpool. Far below valuation + (like #CPFCโs ยฃ15m) bid rejected but #ITFC pursuit ongoing. Middlesbrough informed that at current proposal levels #LFC preference is for 19yo to stay at #Boro
David Ornstein
03 Jan, 10:37
๐จ Aston Villa in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Donyell Malen. Offer for 25yo Dutch intโl ~โฌ18m + add-ons. Below #BVB valuation but negotiations continue as #AVFC seek to strengthen squad with a versatile attacker - other options too
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ Is best solution to Marcus Rashford predicament a loan? Will Paul Pogba join a club in winter or wait for summer? Where do Manchester City want to strengthen? What next for Kieran Tierney? That + lots more to keep across in the Jan window
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ Real Madrid approach Liverpool to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold. No offer made but #RMFC willing to pay for 26yo England intl. Rebuffed immediately. No figures discussed but #LFC to talk again with right-backโs camp soon. W/ @JamesPearceLFC
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ Southampton reach agreement to appoint Ivan Juric. Poised to sign 1.5yr contract + option to extend by 2yrs. Flying to UK today - subject to visa, #SaintsFC want 49yo in charge at Fulham. 3 staff to follow. 1st choice before Jones in 2022
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ Reps of multiple Newcastle players in dark over unpaid agent fees due in September. No explanation why or when coming. Similar delay on image rights to leading players but now sorted. #NUFC say financial processing issue (not cash or PSR)
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ EXCL: Chelsea emerging talent Josh Acheampong commits to #CFC by signing new + improved 4.5yr contract. 18yo defenderโs previous deal expired June 2026; fresh terms extend to summer โ29. Ends uncertainty over future of England youth intโl
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
Metropolitan Police reopen investigation into former Fulham Ladies captain Ronnie Gibbons' claims she was sexually assaulted by her coach in 1990s. Case initially dropped but Gibbons requested review. Accused categorically denies allegations
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
๐จ EXCL: Wolves working on deal to appoint Vitor Pereira as new boss. #WWFC ready to pay release clause in Al Shabab contract + personals no issue as 56yo keen on move. Well regarded, vastly experienced, won titles, disciplined, good English
David Ornstein
01 Jan, 07:37
Please read @lmwilliamson7 thread & consider the gravity of these allegations. A number of women who played for Fulham in 1990s / early 2000s made sexual abuse complaints to Met Police. Case closed on insufficient evidence but 3 spoke to + investigation re-opened๐
David Ornstein
23 Sep, 16:39
๐จ Rodri expected to miss significant period with serious knee injury. Manchester City midfielder suffered problem in #MCFCโs draw vs Arsenal. Duration not confirmed - tests continue - but 28yo Spain intโl set for long absence. W/ @polballus
David Ornstein
23 Sep, 16:39
๐จ BREAKING: The Friedkin Group reaches total agreement to buy Everton. TFG purchasing all Farhad Moshiri shares + investing to reduce club debt. Moshiri accepted best deal for #EFC. Approval process ~12wk. Secures financial stability/future
David Ornstein
12 Sep, 19:35
๐จ EXCL: Ashley Cole set to leave Birmingham City + take up coaching role at Football Association on full-time basis. Allows 43yo to place total focus on supporting Lee Carsley while in charge of England on interim basis & potentially beyond
David Ornstein
12 Sep, 10:35
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David Ornstein
03 Sep, 21:34
๐จ EXCL: Man Utd deputy football director Andy OโBoyle to leave club. Joined #MUFC in 2022 to help improve menโs, womenโs & academy. Greater influence after Murtough exit + heavily involved in transfer window. Highly regarded across industry
David Ornstein
03 Sep, 13:03
@TLFCC96 @LFCZA Reply 1 absolute nonsense - normally Iโm accused of opposite (neither true). Reply 3 also wrong - wasnโt reading notes, just not looking at camera. Reply 4, presented both sides of argument on podcast. Give it a listen & note what I actually said; you might form a different view
David Ornstein
02 Sep, 22:03
๐จ Victor Osimhen set to take medical at Galatasaray after agreement reached with Napoli on straight loan. Personal terms in place. January break clause; #Galatasaray get fee if activated. Jet ready to fly 25yo #SSCNapoli striker to Istanbul
David Ornstein
02 Sep, 11:03
๐จ Joel Ndala doing medical today before joining PSV Eindhoven from Man City. Loan + conditional buy obligation. If criteria met ~โฌ7m rising to ~โฌ10m on 4yr contract. #MCFC buyback & significant sell-on. #PSV beat #ACMilan + others to 18yo
David Ornstein
02 Sep, 11:03
๐จ Arsenal turned down Al Ittihad verbal offer for Leandro Trossard yesterday: loan (โฌ5m), buy obligation (โฌ20-25m). Informal bid + #AFC made clear not for sale. Long-term deal, key part of squad & no chance to replace post @FabrizioRomano
David Ornstein
01 Sep, 11:33
๐จ EXCL: Nicolas Jackson agrees contract extension at Chelsea, committing to Stamford Bridge until 2033. Senegal internationalโs terms included option to prolong + now secured for next 9yrs. 23yo seen by #CFC as key to central attacking core
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 09:03
@anantaajith Last (but one ๐คฃ) person to leave the office in the early hours, ending the summer with the latest in a catalogue of outstanding pieces. Thanks for everything youโve done for us - been a privilege to work together and long may that continue ๐
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 04:03
๐จ Chelsea complete signing of Jadon Sancho from Manchester United. 24yo winger leaves #MUFC on season-long loan + obligation to buy at ยฃ20-25m depending on performance milestones. #CFC to deploy England international primarily on left flank
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 04:03
๐จ Everton sign Armando Broja from Chelsea on season-long loan. Deal includes ยฃ30m option to buy. No fee for temporary switch + #EFC to cover none of 22yo strikerโs #CFC wage until recovered from injury - contributed to #ITFC move collapsing
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 04:03
๐จ Arsenal sign Raheem Sterling from Chelsea. 29yo winger completes medical + exits #CFC on season-long loan. Deal sheet provided extension until 1am UK to finalise #DeadlineDay transfer. Everything done in time; England intโl an #AFC player
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 00:04
๐จ EXCL: Everton submit deal sheet to sign Armando Broja from Chelsea. #EFC agree loan + ยฃ30m buy option. Ipswich Town out - #ITFC refused to accept #CFC terms in light of spell 22yo set to spend out injured. W/ @Paddy_Boyland @SJohnsonSport
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 00:03
๐จ Reiss Nelson to Ipswich Town off. 24yo now joining Fulham on season-long loan from Arsenal. Deal with #ITFC was very close but winger decided against proceeding & now advancing on temporary switch to #FFC if completes in time #DeadlineDay ://
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 00:03
๐จ Raheem Sterling arrives at London Colney training ground to undergo medical ahead of proposed transfer from Chelsea to Arsenal. #AFC, #CFC + player representatives working to finalise season-long loan for 29yo England international winger
David Ornstein
31 Aug, 00:03
๐จ EXCL: Chelsea on verge of agreement with Manchester United to sign Jadon Sancho. Deal for 24yo #MUFC winger season-long loan + #CFC obligation to buy next summer. Personal terms in place as all sides work to complete #DeadlineDay transfer
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