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Simpson-Pusey leaves Man City to join Cologne

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey has joined Cologne from Manchester City on a permanent deal after spending the second half of last season on loan with the Bundesliga side.

The 20-year-old came through Citys academy, and last summer was named Premier League 2 player of the season after captaining the team to the title.

He joined Celtic on a season-long loan last August, but that move was cut short as he struggled for playing time in Glasgow, and he instead moved to Germany during the January transfer window.

The former England under-18 defender made six senior appearances for City.

Celtic confirm Oxlade-Chamberlain deal

Celtic have confirmed Alex-Oxlade Chamberlain has signed a one-year deal with the club.

The 32-year-old spent the second half of last season at the Scottish Premiership champions, with a mutual option to extend if both parties were happy. 

Oxlade-Chamberlain is said to have enjoyed his spell in Glasgow, where he helped to guide Celtic to a dramatic domestic double - scoring winners against Livingston and St Mirren. 

Hoops boss Martin ONeill wanted to keep hold of the ex-Arsenal player and convinced him to commit to the club for another season. 

It is understood Oxlade-Chamberlain had a number of options from clubs across Europe. 

WSL: Brighton sign ex-Arsenal midfielder Walti from Juventus

Brighton Women have signed midfielder Lia Walti from Juventus Women

The 33-year-old returns to the WSL having played for Arsenal, where she helped the Gunners to win the 2025 Champions League.

Seagulls head coach Dario Vidosic said: Lia is a huge addition to the team ahead of the new season.

She brings a similar leadership profile to the group as Fran Kirby - a huge amount of experience at the very top end of the game, with silverware to show for it.

Lias career speaks for itself and I am looking forward to seeing the impact she will have for us.

Papers: Fulham join Chelsea, Man Utd in race for Summerville

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...

Orient sign Watford's Baxter

Leyton Orient have signed goalkeeper Nathan Baxter from Watford

The 27-year-old has joined on a free transfer, although sell-on and promotion payments are part of the deal. 

Baxter has put pen to paper on a two-year contract. 

Aberdeen's Milanovic close to return to Australia

Latest from Your Site' Anthony Joseph:

Western Sydney Wanderers are closing in on the signing of Aberdeen winger Nicolas Milanovic

Its understood the Dons look set to recoup most of the 400,000 fee they paid the Australian club last summer.

Milanovic, 24, has been keen to return to Australia. 

Rashford focused on England - not club future

Marcus Rashford says his focus is on England and not his club future. 

Rashford spent last season on loan at Barcelona but is now set to return to Manchester United after the Spanish giants opted not to make his move permanent, instead bringing in Anthony Gordon. 

Speaking on England duty, Rashford said: "I live in the moment. I was very clear with everyone involved before the World Cup, I wanted it done before, if its not then I wont be dealing with it until after. 

"I want to be fully present in this moment. Were fighting for something so special, I dont have energy to be putting into that."

Celtic agree deal with Oxlade-Chamberlain

Latest from Your Site' Anthony Joseph and James Savundra:

Celtic have agreed a one-year deal for midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

The 32-year-old spent the second half of last season at the club, with a mutual option to extend if both parties were happy. 

Oxlade-Chamberlain is said to have enjoyed his spell in Glasgow, where he helped to guide Celtic to a dramatic domestic double - scoring winners against Livingston and St Mirren. 

Hoops boss Martin ONeill wanted to keep hold of the England international and has convinced him to commit to the club for another season. 

Its understood Oxlade-Chamberlain had a number of options from clubs across Europe. 

Leao's Milan future uncertain

AC Milan will discuss Rafa Leao's future after the World Cup, according to Sky in Italy

It is uncertain if Leao will continue with Milan after a difficult season in which he has struggled with injury and being played out of position. 

Milan value the 27-year-old, who has two years left on his deal and been linked with a move to the Premier League, between 51.4m and 60m. 

Leao has rediscovered his form back on the left wing for Portugal at the World Cup and set up the winning goal against Croatia which sent them through to the last 16.

In stoppage-time, he set up his new Milan team-mate, Goncalo Ramos, who signed for the Italian side in a club-record 60m deal earlier this summer. 

Fikayo Tomori, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Pervis Estupinan and Santiago Gimenez are among the other Milan players whose futures are uncertain. 

Chelsea agree deal to sign Hearts youngster Osborne

Latest from Your Site News' Anthony Joseph: 

Chelsea have agreed a deal worth 400,000 to sign Hearts centre-back Alfie Osborne.

Its understood the Scotland U19 international has agreed a long-term contract with the Premier League club. 

Osborne, 17, has chosen Chelsea ahead of offers from Barcelona, Marseille, Club Brugge and other English sides. 

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