SportFootballTransfer news liveLIVEUpdated 2 mins agoThe transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and abroad including updates on Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool and moreThe summer transfer window will close on September 1Updated 08:39, 23 Aug 2026Welcome to Mirror Football's live transfer blog on Sunday, August 23.With the final week of the window now underway, Premier League clubs are racing to complete their squads for the new season, which kicked off on Friday. Arsenal set the tone with a win over newly‑promoted Coventry City and have been equally active off the pitch.The Gunners have wrapped up a deal for Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa and remain in the market for attacking reinforcements. Julian Alvarez is among the names linked with a move to the Emirates, though Barcelona is his preferred destination.Liverpool, preparing to face Newcastle United at St James' Park, are pushing to sign Paris Saint‑Germain forward Bradley Barcola. However, PSG's £140million valuation is proving a major obstacle.Manchester City are in talks to bring in Palmeiras winger Allan, while Savinho and Omar Marmoush could be heading to Tottenham Hotspur as negotiations continue. Spurs have already made seven signings this summer.Meanwhile, Manchester United have agreed a deal for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba but are still searching for a new left‑back. Michael Carrick's side have reportedly contacted Barcelona to explore a move for Alejandro Balde.Make sure you stay up to date with all the latest transfer news and more here at The Mirror.‌Today08:31 BSTCarlos Baleba green lightMan United are poised to sign Carlos Baleba after Brighton agreed a fee and gave him the green light to travel for a medical this weekend.Fabrizio Romano says all documents have now been signed and exchanged between the clubs after a £65m plus £5m deal, including a sell‑on clause, was agreed.United have been interested in Baleba for over a year and now have a deal in place for the 22-year-old midfielder.After seeing an initial offer of £60million plus £5m in add-ons rejected, the two clubs have shaken hands on £65m plus £5m in add-ons, with a sell-on clause also included in the deal.(Image: Nathan Stirk, Getty Images)Today08:25 BSTJulian Alvarez 'offer'Alvarez has made no qualms about his desire not to return to England, having left Manchester City in 2024 for Barcelona.The Argentine's stance isn't deterring Arsenal from continuing to chase him, according to SPORT. The Spanish outlet claims that Atletico prefer their striker to join Arsenal over their La Liga rivals, with the Gunners prepared to offer Viktor Gyokeres plus €80million (£68m) for Alvarez.They also report that the north London side are willing to offer the Argentina international an annual salary of €25m (£21m) to make him one of their highest-paid players.The staggering figure, reportedly offered in a last-ditch attempt to persuade the striker to move to the Premier League, would reportedly see Alvarez double his wages.Arsenal continue to pursue a transfer for Julian Alvarez(Image: (Photo by Manu Reino/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images))Today08:23 BSTArsenal announce signingIn case you missed it, Ezri Konsa joined Arsenal this week, completing a £55m move from Aston Villa.Sporting Director, Andrea Berta said: "We’re delighted to have completed the signing of Ezri Konsa. Ezri is a defender of high quality, whose athleticism, composure and tactical intelligence have established him as one of the Premier League’s most consistent performers."Being comfortable in both central defence and at right-back, Ezri will bring valuable versatility to our squad while maintaining the high defensive standards which are fundamental to our challenge of winning major trophies."We are welcoming a player with proven Premier League and international experience, and strong leadership qualities, who will adapt seamlessly to our style of play. Just as importantly, we are welcoming a player with the character and mentality to make an immediate impact within our club. We welcome Ezri and his family to Arsenal."Konsa wasn’t available for Arsenal’s opening game against Coventry City but is expected to be in contention to face his former club on Monday, August 31.He will wear the number 15 shirt.Ezri Konsa of Arsenal applauds the fans(Image: Nigel French/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)Today08:19 BSTYankuba Minteh latestLiverpool’s opening bid for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh has been rejected.The Athletic reports that it appears only a matter of time before he makes the move, with Brighton's stance suggesting the £50million offer isn't far from a figure they would eventually accept.It looks increasingly likely that the club will secure a natural option for the right flank after all.Yankuba Minteh is wanted by Liverpool(Image: Tiego Grenho/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Today08:17 BSTGood morning!Hello football fans - hope you're all doing well.We’re gearing up for another busy day in the transfer window, bringing you all the latest rumours and updates from the Premier League and beyond as deadline day edges ever closer.‌