Chelsea is currently considering loan offers for 19-year-old forward Deivid Washington. Despite interest from English clubs, the Blues are only entertaining the possibility of a loan deal, with Portuguese clubs also expressing interest in signing him. Washington, who has only made two appearances for Chelsea since joining from Santos, remains an integral part of the club’s future plans despite the speculation surrounding his future.
RB Leipzig defender Mohamed Simakan is reportedly set to join Al Nassr in a €40 million deal. The 24-year-old has already completed his medical and agreed to a five-year contract with the Saudi club. Simakan, who has featured 85 times in the Bundesliga and earned seven France Under-21 caps, is set to earn €15 million annually at Al Nassr, including add-ons.
AS Roma’s Chris Smalling is reportedly in advanced talks to join Al Fayha in the Saudi Pro League. The former Manchester United defender is close to finalizing the deal, with only a few details left to iron out before the transfer window closes. Should Smalling make the move, Roma is expected to pursue free agent Mats Hummels as his replacement.
Free agent Mario Hermoso is reportedly close to signing a three-year contract with AS Roma, edging ahead of Galatasaray in the race for his signature. The former Atletico Madrid defender has been in negotiations with both clubs, but an agreement with Roma seems imminent. The 29-year-old left Atletico this summer after five years with the club.
Al Hilal has agreed to a €40 million fee with Benfica for striker Marcos Leonardo. The Brazil U20 international is expected to undergo medical tests in Paris after the agreement was reached between the two clubs. Leonardo, who has impressed with eight goals in 17 league appearances for Benfica, is set to earn around €5 million per year at Al Hilal.
Chelsea and West Ham United made late loan offers for Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán on deadline day, but both attempts were swiftly rejected by Villa. The 20-year-old Colombia international, who has been linked with a move away from Villa this summer, was subject to interest from multiple clubs but none were able to meet Villa’s £40 million valuation before the transfer window closed.
The transfer market continues to be full of surprises and speculation even after the deadline has passed. With clubs still looking to strengthen their squads and make last-minute deals, it will be interesting to see how these potential transfers unfold in the coming months. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and rumors in the world of football transfers.