Transfer market, live today, August 26: latest news on FC Barcelona, ​​Real Madrid, Atlético rumours

Nico Paz, new player for Fabregas’ Como:The young Real Madrid midfielder has been transferred to Como, a team managed by Cesc Fabregas. The white club have secured a buy-back option to maintain control over the player’s future.

Merino’s arrival at Arsenal is a matter of hours: Mikel Merino is very close to becoming a new Arsenal player. The operation will be closed for a figure close to 35 million euros, well below his termination clause with Real Sociedad.

James Rodriguez, close to being a new Rayo Vallecano player: The Colombian midfielder could return to La Liga, this time with Rayo Vallecano. His signing would be the icing on the cake for the Madrid club’s centenary project.

Real Sociedad sound out Hummels: With Mikel Merino’s departure imminent, Real Sociedad have set their sights on Mats Hummels, an experienced German centre-back, to strengthen their defence.

Mika Faye to Rennes for 10.3 million:Barça’s young Senegalese centre-back has been transferred to Rennes for 10.3 million euros. Barcelona have secured a percentage of any future sale and a buy-back clause.

Manu Ugarte sees light at the end of the tunnel and will sign for Manchester United: After weeks of negotiations, the Uruguayan PSG midfielder appears to be very close to joining Old Trafford.

Juan Cuadrado joins Atalanta:The versatile Colombian player leaves Juventus and joins the ranks of Atalanta, reinforcing the Bergamo team.

Matheus Nunes, in Liverpool’s orbitWolverhampton’s Portuguese midfielder is on Liverpool’s radar as they look to strengthen their midfield before the transfer window closes.

Chelsea back in the hunt for Jadon Sancho:The London outfit are still interested in signing the English winger from Manchester United, and could attempt a new assault before the end of the market.