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Premier League clubs bolster squads during World Cup transfer window

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 2:39 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Premier League clubs bolster squads during World Cup transfer window

Summary

As the 2026 World Cup unfolds, Premier League clubs make significant transfers. Marcos Senesi moves from Bournemouth to Tottenham, and Marc Cucurella departs Chelsea for Real Madrid. Aston Villa sees Youri Tielemans and Morgan Rogers leave, with new signings including Modou Keba Cisse. Chelsea targets a younger squad under new manager Xabi Alonso, while Tottenham and Brighton engage in defensive player trades. Manchester United adds Tielemans and Andrey Santos to enhance their midfield. Meanwhile, Newcastle United profits from the sales of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, facing challenges as the summer progresses.

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Latest Updates

•Marcos Senesi joins Tottenham from Bournemouth.
•Youri Tielemans leaves Aston Villa for Manchester United.
•Chelsea's squad becomes younger with new signings.
•Tottenham and Brighton swap center backs in major moves.
•Newcastle profits from selling Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali.

Latest Updates

2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Biggest transfer stories of 2026-27 Premier League summer: Who's done business, and who needs to?

What they're saying

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The transfer market never sleeps and most Premier League teams were hard at work during the World Cup, selling and buying in less-publicized manners than most years.
— Yahoo Sports

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