Here’s what appeared in the headlines: the window closed on Saturday morning (AEDT).
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LATEST DRAMA IN WEST HAM OFFERS BY STAR WINGER
West Ham recovered Algerian winger Said Benrahma as part of an agreement with Brentford that could be worth $54. 5 million.
The 25-year-old joins the Hammers with the East London club, paying $9 million initial for his services.
West Ham will be required to pay $36. 5 million in the future for the movement to be permanent, while another $9 million can be earned in add-ons.
This resolution seemed questionable on the day of the deadline, when Benrahma allegedly did not pass his medical examination. Sportsmail reports that there were considerations about his blood tests, which in the end tarnished the conclusion of a permanent agreement over time.
However, the clubs reached a compromise between the two clubs and passed a contract to the Premier League.
“I like that perspective (of betting on the Premier League). I play football to have fun first and foremost, but it’s great to know that you are joining the most watched league in the world, so I’m actually looking ahead. So it looks like what I can do, “Benrahma said after the deal was finalized.
“West Ham is a historic club, which has been in the Premier League for a long time. It has included and still includes players. It’s a huge club in England. “
SPURS SIGN DEFENDER OF SWANSEA
Tottenham signed Welsh defender Joe Rodon of Swansea on a $20 million deal.
Rodon agreed to a five-year contract with Tottenham just before the window between Premier League clubs and the lower league closed on Friday.
The 22-year-old central had been a target for Tottenham for several weeks and it was 10 days of negotiations with the champion team before the move was even though it was all over.
“We are excited to announce Joe Rodon’s signing in a permanent movement from Swansea City, a subject for foreign approval,” he said on the Tottenham website.
“Welsh foreign central defender joins us on a contract until 2025 and will wear the number 14 shirt. “
Rodon started all of Wales’ matches in the recent foreign stop and will join through compatriots Gareth Bale and Ben Davies in Tottenham.
He did not trust Jose Mourinho’s appearance in time to make his debut against West Ham on Sunday and will not be eligible for any of his Europa League organizing matches.
WATFORD REJECT PALACE PLAY FOR SARR
Crystal Palace’s transfer to Ismaila Sarr was rejected by Watford on the day of the deadline, with the club dissatisfied with a $46 million offer.
Watford has valued Senegalese striker 22 million at $82 million, leaving Palace short.
Sarr connected with a move to Manchester United and Liverpool earlier in the movement window, but it looks like he will remain with the Hornets.
ENGLAND KEEPER BUTLAND JOINS HODGSON AT PALACE
England goalkeeper Jack Butland joined Crystal Palace from Stoke after signing a three-year contract with the Eagles on Friday.
The move to London sees the 27-year-old renew his relationship with manager Roy Hodgson, who made his England debut in 2012.
Butland is the fifth signing of Hodgson’s merchant.
Selected nine times across England, Butland has played in the Premier League since relegation to Stoke in 2018.
“I’m so glad the club managed to get Jack’s signature to sign up and compete for a spot among our goalkeepers at the club,” Hodgson said.
“Jack is a player I worked with for four years in England. I’ve believed in Jack’s potential. “
Butland’s arrival on the deadline day at Selhurst Park came after Palace goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey was sent off in the final stage of the Welsh League of Nations victory in Bulgaria on Wednesday due to injury. jdg
MAN UTD TRIGGER POGBA CONTRACT EXTENSION
Meanwhile, Manchester United have activated the one-year option in Paul Pogba’s contract in a move that will keep the French midfielder at Old Trafford until 2022.
Pogba must be out of contract at the end of this season and has recently stepped up the hypothesis that he could leave United admitting it would be a “dream” to play for Real Madrid.
But according to Friday’s reports, United has to protect Pogba’s facilities at least until the end of next season by taking advantage of the World Cup winner’s contract extension clause.
United have not officially announced the deal, but Chief Ole Gunnar Solskjaer gave the impression of dropping the main points at his press convention on Friday.
“Paul is our player, he will stay here for another two years and I’m sure he’s determined to make it as productive as possible for us and we need to see Paul more productive,” Solskjaer told reporters.
“So in the next two years, I’m sure we’re going to make the most of it. “
Pogba joined United from Juventus on a record-breaking world contract in 2016, but was affected by injuries and inconsistent form during much of his time in the Premier League.
He made only 22 appearances last season after suffering an ankle injury and poorly formed this fourth, while United suffered two losses in his first three league games.
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