Dramatic Moves: Big Names and Surprising Shifts on Soccer Transfer Deadline Day

The latest soccer transfer deadline day saw significant movements among top clubs, including Billy Gilmour joining Napoli, Manuel Ugarte moving to Manchester United, and Scott McTominay transferring to Napoli. Arsenal, AC Milan, Derby County, and other top teams have also seen new additions and departures, marking a day filled with high-stakes changes in the soccer world.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 31-08-2024 02:54 IST | Created: 31-08-2024 02:54 IST
Dramatic Moves: Big Names and Surprising Shifts on Soccer Transfer Deadline Day
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On a thrilling soccer transfer deadline day, key players made significant moves across top European clubs. Billy Gilmour's permanent transfer from Brighton & Hove Albion to Napoli tops the list of major changes. Meanwhile, Manchester United welcomed Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Paris St Germain for €50 million, with a contract extending until 2029, and an additional year option.

Arsenal secured Bournemouth's goalkeeper Neto on a season-long loan, following Aaron Ramsdale's move to Southampton. AC Milan bolstered their attack with AS Roma's Tammy Abraham on a year-long loan. Defensively, Liverpool's Nathaniel Philips joined Derby County on a season-long loan.

Manchester United also saw departures and arrivals, with Scottish midfielder Scott McTominay heading to Napoli after 22 years at the club. Additionally, Manchester United signed 18-year-old Sekou Kone from Guidars, aiming to integrate him via their academy. The club also signed Belgian defensive midfielder Orel Mangala from Lyon on loan. The day was capped off with Arsenal's manager hinting at more potential signings, keeping the spirit of deadline day alive.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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