New Delhi: The transfer window is in full swing, and August 9, 2024, brought a flurry of activity as clubs across Europe moved quickly to strengthen their squads. Barcelona made a significant statement by securing the return of Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig, marking the first major signing of the summer under new manager Hansi Flick.
Meanwhile, Chelsea’s aggressive spending continued as they wrapped up a deal for Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Pedro Neto. These headline-grabbing moves are just the tip of the iceberg, with several other intriguing transfers also taking place. As teams prepare for the challenges ahead, these additions will play crucial roles in shaping the upcoming season. Below, we take a closer look at the highlighted transfers of the day and a roundup of other notable deals that have taken place in August 9, 2024.
Highlighted transfers of the day
Dani Olmo returns home
BERLIN, GERMANY – JULY 14: Dani Olmo of Spain during the UEFA EURO 2024 final match between Spain and England at Olympiastadion on July 14, 2024, in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)
Barcelona’s first big signing of the summer is Dani Olmo. The club confirmed the deal with RB Leipzig, agreeing on a €55 million fee with potential add-ons of €7 million. Olmo, who once trained in Barcelona’s La Masia academy, returns to the club on a six-year contract that runs until 2030. The Spaniard, now 26, has a release clause of €500 million.
Olmo’s return to Barcelona comes after the club faced frustration in trying to sign Athletic Club’s Nico Williams. With the financial restrictions imposed by La Liga’s spending cap, this signing marks a significant move for Barça as they rebuild under new manager Hansi Flick.
Chelsea’s signing spree continues; Pedro Neto is the latest addition
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – AUGUST 03: Pedro Neto of Wolverhampton Wanderers warms up ahead of the Pre-season Friendly match between RB Leipzig and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Chase Stadium on August 03, 2024 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Photo by Jack Thomas – WWFC/Wolves via Getty Images)
Chelsea continued their summer spending spree by agreeing on a deal worth €63 million (£54 million) for Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Pedro Neto. After a couple of failed bids, Chelsea finally convinced Wolves to let the 24-year-old Portugal international move to Stamford Bridge. Neto, who has made 135 appearances and scored 14 goals for Wolves since joining in 2019, is set to undergo a medical before finalising his move. This transfer pushes Chelsea’s summer spending past £200 million, adding to a squad already brimming with new talent.
Other transfers: David de Gea returns to football, Deniz Undav joins VFB Stuttgart, and more
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 25: David De Gea of Manchester United celebrates their side’s fourth goal scored by Marcus Rashford of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea FC at Old Trafford on May 25, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
David de Gea to Fiorentina: Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has reached a verbal agreement to join Fiorentina. The contract is set until June 2025, with an option for an additional year.
Deniz Undav to Stuttgart: Brighton’s Deniz Undav has completed a permanent move to Stuttgart for €27 million. After a successful loan spell last season where he scored 19 goals and provided 10 assists, Stuttgart paid a club-record fee for the 28-year-old striker. Undav’s performances helped Stuttgart qualify for the Champions League, and he even earned a call-up to the German national team for Euro 2024.
Willian Pacho to Paris Saint-Germain: PSG has signed Ecuadorian centre-back Willian Pacho from Eintracht Frankfurt on a deal that runs until 2029. Although the financial details remain undisclosed, Pacho’s arrival marks a significant addition to PSG’s defence. At just 22, Pacho has already made 44 appearances for Frankfurt and is the first Ecuadorian player to join the Parisian club.
Jean-Clair Todibo to West Ham United: West Ham is close to securing Jean-Clair Todibo on a season-long loan from Nice, with a €40 million (£34.22 million) option to buy in 2025. Despite Juventus showing interest, West Ham managed to move ahead in the race for the 24-year-old French defender. This transfer is seen as a significant coup for the Hammers, who are reshaping their squad under new manager Julen Lopetegui.
Emerson Royal to AC Milan: AC Milan has secured Emerson Royal from Tottenham Hotspur in a deal worth over €15 million. Emerson, who had interest from several clubs, chose Milan as his next destination, adding depth to their defensive options.
Christian Mawissa to AS Monaco: AS Monaco has agreed to sign Christian Mawissa, a promising centre-back born in 2005, from Toulouse. This transfer is part of Monaco’s strategy to build a strong team for the future.
Geronimo Rulli to Olympique Marseille: Geronimo Rulli has signed a three-year deal with Marseille, bringing experience and stability to their goalkeeping options.
August 9, 2024, was a busy day in the transfer window, with multiple notable players swapping clubs. A few surprises, and inevitable moves made the day memorable for all the fans. Check out the best transfers of Friday. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
