Kick Off: Chelsea claim opening‑game EPL victory; Atlético weighing Alvarez sale

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Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Palmer & Pedro each with 1G1A to earn Alonso winning start

Cole Palmer was back to his best to get Xabi Alonso's Chelsea career off to a winning start in a chaotic 3-2 victory at Fulham on Monday Night Football.

Atletico would consider selling Alvarez for €150m, but Arsenal are unlikely to pay that much

According to The Athletic, Atletico Madrid would consider an offer of €150 million for Alvarez, but Arsenal are unlikely to pay that much for the forward.

These Things Happen

Here we go! Romano: Newcastle set to sign Nico González from Man City for £50m

Here we go! Romano: Newcastle set to sign Nico González from Man City for £51m

Here we go! Romano: Man City to sign Palmeiras forward Allan for over €40m

Here we go! According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, 22-year-old Brazilian forward Allan from Palmeiras is set to join Manchester City.

Here we go! Romano: Chelsea defender Sarr to join Real Sociedad on loan

Romano confirmed that Chelsea defender Sarr would join Real Sociedad on loan, a deal that is already a "here we go."

João Pedro scores fastest Premier League opening day goal in 31 seconds

On the opening day of the new Premier League season, João Pedro scored for Chelsea in their away match against Fulham, opening the scoring.

Man United hope to announce Baleba signing today; he could face Ipswich

Reporter Samuel Luckhurst reports that Man United hope to announce the signing of Carlos Baleba today.

ESPN: Manchester United interested in loaning Balde with option to buy

Manchester United are monitoring the situation of Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde and are considering a move before the transfer deadline, sources told ESPN.

Mundo Deportivo: Rodri returns to training and could make his Barcelona debut

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona’s new signing Rodri returned to team training on Monday and is expected to make his debut against Athletic Bilbao.

La Sexta: Some Atlético players would prefer Julián Álvarez to leave

According to Álex Silvestre of Spanish outlet El Chiringuito TV, some Atlético Madrid players would prefer Julián Álvarez to leave.

Romano: Nico to Newcastle is near complete; Man City are in daily contact with Enzo's agent

Romano released his latest video on his podcast channel and discussed a range of topics related to Manchester City, including Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

Romano: Liverpool will not sell Gakpo unless they can sign two wingers within eight days

The latest reports indicate that Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur are competing for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, with Romano providing further details.

Gordon backs himself to become Barcelona's number nine

Anthony Gordon believes he has the capability to play as Barcelona's number nine this season after enjoying an impressive LaLiga debut against Elche.

Man Utd: Why there shouldn't be panic after Michael Carrick's side suffered Premier League loss at Hull on opening day

I was at the game on Saturday and it was clear early on in the game that Manchester United were not at the races against Hull City.

Sky Germany: Musiala completes individual training, set to resume team training soon

According to Sky Germany, Musiala completed individual training at Säbener Straße today. He is expected to gradually resume team training in the coming days and progressively increase his training load.

Barcelona abandons Guirassy pursuit due to excessive salary demands

despite the positive signals from the team on the pitch, Barcelona is still actively working behind the scenes, hoping to bring in a proven center forward before the transfer window closes to further bolster the attack.

Forest leads race for Casado as multiple Premier League clubs circle Barcelona midfielder

According to TEAMtalk, Nottingham Forest is hoping to complete a major signing before the transfer window closes and has shown strong interest in 22-year-old Marc Casado, who is set to leave Barcelona.

Barcelona get Gavi boost as midfielder's knee injury shown to be a bruise

Barcelona can breathe a major sigh of relief after a knee injury sustained by Gavi in their opening game of the season in LaLiga was shown to only be a bruise.

Atlanta celebrate $18m Embolo arrival with victory over Sporting KC

Shortly after signing Switzerland international Breel Embolo in one of the biggest transfers in MLS history, Atlanta United celebrated the occasion with a 2-1 win over Sporting Kansas City.

What They Say

Neville: Wirtz is a good player, but I don't see the same fight in him

Former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville believes Wirtz has the ability to succeed in the Premier League, but he was disappointed by Wirtz's substitution in the 60th minute of Sunday's match.

Cucurella: I hope to have several great seasons at Real Madrid and lift a Champions League trophy

According to Mundo Deportivo, Marc Cucurella officially debuted at Real Madrid City, becoming Real Madrid's new signing. After the ceremony, he was interviewed by Real Madrid TV.

'I honestly don't know what happened' – Ederson bemused by failed Man Utd move

Atalanta midfielder Ederson is in the dark over his failed move to Manchester United this summer.

Shaw promises Man Utd will be 'up there' in Premier League this season

Luke Shaw has no doubt that Manchester United will be "up there" at the top of the Premier League this season, promising the Red Devils will learn from Saturday's loss to Hull City.

Van Dijk trusts Liverpool to make right decisions in transfer market

Virgil van Dijk trusts the Liverpool hierarchy to make the correct decisions in the transfer market, as the Reds hunt reinforcements after Sunday's draw with Newcastle United.

'They are easy goals' – Arbeloa rues Fulham mistakes in defeat to Chelsea

Alvaro Arbeloa was left to rue costly mistakes by his Fulham team as his Premier League debut ended in defeat to Xabi Alonso's Chelsea at Craven Cottage on Monday.

Farke says Leeds transfers must make financial sense amid Mudryk links

Daniel Farke insists any incoming deals for Leeds United must make financial sense while still being ambitious, amid links to Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk.

Roma forward Paulo Dybala spoke to DAZN after Roma’s 4-0 home win over Fiorentina, in which the Argentine star provided 3 assists.