Premier League clubs assess transfer needs ahead of deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:40 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
With one week remaining in the summer transfer window, Premier League clubs are evaluating their rosters following the season's opening matches. Arsenal seeks a forward, focusing on Julian Alvarez despite challenges. Aston Villa looks for replacements amid Ollie Watkins' potential departure, targeting Nicolas Jackson and a defender. Bournemouth aims to retain key players while closing in on Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio. Brentford's recruitment strategy appears cautious, while Brighton anticipates departures that may prompt new signings. The transfer window closes on September 1 at 23:00 BST.
- •Arsenal aims to strengthen forward position, targeting Julian Alvarez.
- •Aston Villa searches for striker and defender amid player exits.
- •Bournemouth is focused on keeping star players amid interest from bigger clubs.
- •Brentford prioritizes careful moves after successful squad strengthening.
- •Brighton expects departures that may lead to additional signings.
- 11:34 AMYahoo Sports — Premier League transfer needs: Who needs what in final week of the summer window?
- 8:40 AMYahoo Sports — What does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?
- 8:40 AMBBC Sport — What does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?
"BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in seven days.
"BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in seven days.
"With one week to go in the transfer window, who needs to strengthen and where?
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 11:34 AMPremier League transfer needs: Who needs what in final week of the summer window?
With one week to go in the transfer window, who needs to strengthen and where?
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 8:40 AMWhat does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?
BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in seven days.
- BBC SportAug 25, 2026, 8:40 AMWhat does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?
BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in seven days.
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