Al Hilal talks with Kane and Watkins; Newcastle pursues Gonzalez

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Al Hilal talks with Kane and Watkins; Newcastle pursues Gonzalez

Summary

Al-Hilal is in discussions with Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins about potential transfers. Kane, the England captain currently at Bayern Munich, has shown openness to a future move. Watkins has agreed to personal terms with Al-Hilal, although an official offer has yet to be made to Aston Villa. Newcastle United is exploring a move for Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez. Meanwhile, Sunderland's £25.7 million bid for Dayann Methalie is at risk due to medical concerns, and Coventry's approach for Ruben Loftus-Cheek was rejected by AC Milan.

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Key Details

•Al-Hilal in talks with Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins.
•Kane is open to future moves while at Bayern Munich.
•Watkins has agreed personal terms with Al-Hilal.
•Newcastle exploring move for Nico Gonzalez from Manchester City.
•Sunderland's bid for Dayann Methalie may collapse over medical issues.

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9:02 PMBBC Sport — Al Hilal target England's Kane - Wednesday's gossip

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Al-Hilal in talks with Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins, Newcastle explore move for Manchester City's Nico Gonzalez, Sunderland move for Dayann Methalie in danger of collapsing.
— BBC Sport

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