Last updated: 15 August 2026. Every transfer below was checked against the sources listed at the end of this article on that date.
Not every headline transfer story this summer has been about the biggest names — here's what's actually confirmed among Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City's business.
Man United's Fourth Signing
Manchester United's fourth summer signing was 19-year-old Welsh goalkeeper Kit Margetson, who joined from Swansea City as a free agent after his contract expired, with United agreeing a development compensation package for the Championship club.
Arsenal Complete Guimaraes Deal
Arsenal agreed a £75m fee with Newcastle for captain Bruno Guimaraes, with the deal reached on 5 August 2026 and completed by 9 August on a four-year contract with a club option for a further year.
Manchester City Lose Stones, Could Lose Rodri Too
John Stones left Manchester City on a free transfer to Inter Milan on 30 July 2026. Separately, Real Madrid have made contact with City over a move for Rodri, though as of this update no fee has been agreed between the clubs.
Correction, 15 August 2026: this section originally reported Real Madrid as the club pursuing Rodri. That was based on earlier reporting — the move under negotiation is actually with Barcelona. Barcelona have made a second offer worth a reported €65m plus €5m in add-ons; Manchester City want closer to €80m. No fee has been agreed.
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Key Takeaways
- Manchester United's fourth signing is goalkeeper Kit Margetson from Swansea City, a free transfer.
- Arsenal's £75m deal for Bruno Guimaraes is fully completed.
- John Stones has left Manchester City for Inter Milan; Rodri's own exit is still unresolved.
FAQ
Q: Has Arsenal signed Bruno Guimaraes?
Yes, a completed £75m transfer from Newcastle.
Q: Is Rodri leaving Manchester City?
Real Madrid have shown genuine interest, but no fee has been agreed as of 15 August 2026.
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Sources
- Goal.com — Man Utd announce fourth signing of summer transfer window
- Sky Sports — Bruno Guimaraes: Arsenal sign midfielder in £75m transfer
- ESPN — John Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer after Man City exit
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