Crystal Palace has finalized the £21 million signing of full-back Anan Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise. Khalaili, a 21-year-old Israeli international, passed his medical with Palace after a previous move to Inter Milan fell through due to a health issue. He joins to provide competition for Daniel Munoz at right wing-back.
Southampton has rejected an opening bid of £17.5 million from Benfica for defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis. Benfica, managed by Marco Silva, turned their attention to the 24-year-old English defender after initial interest in Chelsea's Tosin Adarabioyo, who reportedly wishes to remain at Stamford Bridge. Benfica is reportedly considering an improved offer for Harwood-Bellis, who is said to be interested in a move to Portugal.
In other transfer news, Tottenham defender Ashley Phillips is nearing a move to Middlesbrough. The deal, which experienced delays due to concerns over his medical, has now been agreed upon by both clubs, with Phillips expected to finalize his switch this weekend. Middlesbrough is set to begin their Championship campaign today.
Newcastle United is reportedly advancing in talks to sign Bosnia right-back Amar Dedic from Benfica for a fee around £30 million. The 23-year-old previously played under Matthias Jaissle at RB Salzburg. The Tyneside club is also exploring options for a midfielder, with Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha remaining a consideration, though Bayern insists on a permanent sale. Palhinha also has interest from Aston Villa and Benfica.
Nottingham Forest has completed the signing of former Fulham goalkeeper Steven Benda. The 27-year-old is expected to serve as third-choice goalkeeper.
Hull City has finalized the transfer of French defensive midfielder Lucas Gourna-Douath from RB Salzburg for an initial £2.9 million, with add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract, becoming Hull's tenth summer acquisition. Gourna-Douath expressed excitement about the opportunity to play in the Premier League.
The summer transfer window remains open until September 1, with clubs across Europe actively seeking to strengthen their squads.