Today's PL summary — 31 Aug 2026

Here is FTZ's pick of the hottest Premier League stories from 31 Aug 2026.

1. Liverpool: Reds 'inform' Cody Gakpo of decision on selling to Man City after 'formal bid' - Romano Football365.

2. Liverpool have reportedly ‘informed’ Cody Gakpo of their decision on selling the winger to Manchester City before the transfer window closes.

3. Tottenham eye Adarabioyo in first transfer between Spurs and Chelsea in 17 years The Sun.

4. We all know Chelsea and Tottenham are spending all the money but where do they stand on the net spend Premier League table?

5. Spurs have not had the best start to the season, and they’re about to make a very strange move by buying a Chelsea backup.

6. Chelsea's Manu Kone transfer stance revealed after Xabi Alonso's Enzo Fernandez admission Football London.

7. Signing photos: Bradley Barcola completes Liverpool transfer Liverpool FC.

8. Chelsea identify more Fernandez replacements before transfer deadline London Evening Standard.