{
  "id": 4594262,
  "title": "From Enzo Fernandez to Alvarez: EPL transfers to watch before deadline",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/from-enzo-fernandez-to-alvarez-epl-transfers-to-watch-before-deadline",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-31T07:40:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/from-enzo-fernandez-to-alvarez-epl-transfers-to-watch-before-deadline/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As the Premier League transfer deadline looms, clubs are scrambling to finalize high-profile deals. Among the potential transfers is Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, who is desired by Arsenal and Barcelona. Atletico is reportedly seeking around €150m for the 26-year-old, who has missed several training sessions and was left out of their squad to face Sevilla. Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is also linked with a move to Manchester City, a deal that could break the club's transfer record. Should Fernandez depart, Chelsea could turn to Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara as a potential replacement. Liverpool's Cody Gakpo is attracting interest from City and Tottenham, with the latter being his preferred destination. Liverpool would only sanction the move if they can also sign Bradley Barcola. Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr is on Liverpool's radar as they look to bolster their attack. Tottenham and Everton are in negotiations over Iliman Ndiaye, while Richarlison could be on the move from Tottenham to Everton. Finally, Manchester United may look to sign Fiorentina's Matias Fernandez-Pardo or loan him on an option to buy.",
  "summary": "Premier League clubs are racing against time to complete key transfers before the summer window closes on Tuesday at 23:00 BST, with several high-profile deals still hanging in the balance. According to BBC Sport on Monday, among the biggest names who could move before the deadline are Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Read More:…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Transfer: Enzo Fernandez exit clears way for incoming Chelsea midfielder",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/transfer-enzo-fernandez-exit-clears-way-for-incoming-chelsea",
        "published": "2026-08-31T06:06:39.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "From Enzo Fernandez to Alvarez: EPL transfers to watch before deadline",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/from-enzo-fernandez-to-alvarez-epl-transfers-to-watch-before-deadline-4595941",
        "published": "2026-08-31T07:50:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}