Luton midfielder Watson makes Charlton loan move – 16:30PM
Luton Town midfielder Louie Watson has joined Charlton on loan – a story we broke right at the start of the day when we were still feeling bright and breezy (nobody mention there are still six hours left in this transfer window).
The 22-year-old is the Addicks’ ninth signing of the window.
Charlton technical director Andy Scott: “He is another player who is highly-regarded and their rise to the Premier League has given us this unique opportunity to get a young player with immense talent into our football club. Unfortunately we have had a number of injuries in our midfield area and so the acquisition of Louie will complement the group well and give us more strength in depth.”
Chelsea defender set for Burnley switch – 16:00PM
Ian Maatsen looks set for a loan move to Burnley.
The 21-year-old spent last season on loan at Turf Moore.
He started for Chelsea in their 2-1 EFL Cup win over AFC Wimbledon on Wednesday evening.
Reports suggest that Vincent Kompany’s side are willing to loan the versatile Dutch youngster and then pay a future fee of £31.5million.
Arsenal defender undergoing Palace medical – 15:45PM
Arsenal defender Rob Holding is undergoing his medical at Crystal Palace ahead of a permanent move.
We reported earlier today that the Eagles were weighing up a move for the 27-year-old.
Wimbledon complete midfielder loan signing – 15:32PM
AFC Wimbledon have completed the signing of Charlie Lakin on loan from Burton Albion until January.
Dons boss Johnnie Jackson said: “Charlie’s an experienced midfield player, he’s played a lot at our level. He comes with a really good pedigree. He’s a fit boy, he can run all day, he’s got bundles of energy, I really think he’ll fit into our style and the way we want to go about things.
“As with most of the signings this summer, the enthusiasm and the appetite from the lad when I spoke to him about coming here was infectious. He wants to be a part of what we’re doing and has seen how we’ve started the season. In recent games, we’ve found ourselves a bit light in that position, so he’s here to help us.”
Former Charlton striker set for Championship loan – 15:15PM
Former Charlton striker Mason Burstow is reportedly set for a season-long loan at Championship side Sunderland.
The 20-year-old started on Wednesday evening for Chelsea against AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Cup.
Burstow joined the Blues on a permanent February 2022 but was loaned back to the Addicks for the rest of the 2021-22 campaign.
Millwall confirm Luton loanee – 14:00PM
Millwall have announced the signing of Allan Campbell on a season-long loan from Luton Town.
Campbell made 48 appearances for the Hatters last season and the Glaswegian was also on Millwall’s radar while he was plying his trade at Motherwell.
“There has been a long-standing interest in him,” Millwall boss Gary Rowett told the South London Press. “He is one of those players whose sheer energy and drive means you can’t help but admire. He has got lots of qualities to go with that as well.
“He’s showed that over the last few seasons. He started a lot of games for Luton last season, in a division they managed to get out of – it’s something we’re aspiring to do also.
“He’ll be a really, really good addition to the group.
Palace boss comments on links with Arsenal defender – 13:30PM
Roy Hodgson has been asked about Crystal Palace’s interest in Arsenal defender Rob Holding.
The 76-year-old said: “He is a player who has interested us for a while. Dougie Freedman (Palace sporting director) knows him very well.
“We’re working on the basis that you can’t have too many quality players in your squad. If he was available and it’s a deal that is doable I’d be very happy to work with him.
“Our squad is not that massive. There is space in the 25-man squad for another player. If it could be Rob we’d be happy with that.”
Millwall set to announce loan duo – 13:20PM
#Millwall have completed the loan signings of Allan Campbell and Ryan Longman from Luton and Hull respectively. Official confirmation coming very soon.
— Richard Cawley (@RichCawleySLP) September 1, 2023
Millwall midfielder completes Wrexham switch – 13:15PM
A new player has entered the game…
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— Wrexham AFC (@Wrexham_AFC) September 1, 2023
Sunderland come in for Palace youngster – 13:00PM
Sunderland have reportedly come in with a loan bid for Crystal Palace youngster Jesurun Raky-Sakyi.
However, the Eagles would need to find a replacement before tonight’s 11PM deadline.
The 20-year-old spent last season on loan at Charlton Athletic in League One, scoring 15 goals and grabbing eight assists.
Fulham look set to allow another asset to leave – 12:26PM
First it was Aleksandar Mitrovic. Now it looks set to be midfield powerhouse Joao Palhinha on his way out of Fulham.
Not many Premier League clubs would allow two of their key players and prize assets to go, let alone in the same transfer window.
The Portuguese rock has been granted permission to fly out to Germany as Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed a deal in principle. Suggestion is that the deal will only go through if Fulham are able to line up a replacement.
Former Lion Gyabi could be on the move – 12:23PM
Reports that former Millwall youngster Darko Gyabi is a possible loan exit from Leeds United today. Fleetwood Town, who face Charlton at The Valley tomorrow, are keen on a temporary move. The Athletic’s Phil Hay says that Leeds open to the Catford-born midfielder, 19, going on loan.
Charlton working on loan deal for Udinese defender – 11:59AM
The Addicks are in the market for a centre-back and it appears that could end up being Udinese defender James Abankwah.
The Republic of Ireland U21 international is available on loan. Ireland U21 boss Jim Crawford is a big fan. He said: “He’s got an abundance of talent in terms of his defensive qualities. He is strong and pacy, in one-v-one situations he is excellent.”
Lions terminate Voglsammer deal ahead of Hannover 96 move – 11:30AM
Millwall have confirmed that Andreas Voglsammer’s contract – due to expire next summer – has been terminated by mutual consent.
The former Union Berlin attacker is set to sign for Hannover 96.
Millwall midfielder set for Wrexham move – 11:08AM
Millwall midfielder George Evans is set to sign for League Two Wrexham. The former Derby County player has struggled for regular game time this season.
No transfer move for Addicks midfielder – 10:50AM
Charlton midfielder Conor McGrandles will not be leaving The Valley this transfer window after picking up a fresh injury.
The 27-year-old spent the end of last season on loan at Cambridge United.
Charlton confirm defensive signing – 10AM
Charlton Athletic have confirmed the signing of free agent Tennai Watson.
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The 26-year-old full-back had been offered fresh terms by Milton Keynes at the end of the last campaign.
Watson suffered a hamstring injury which kept him out until November but was then a virtual ever present in League One, making 34 appearances in all competitions.
He started his career at Reading and had a loan with AFC Wimbledon in the 2018-19 campaign.
Millwall chasing loan deals – 10:00AM
Millwall are interested in loan deals for Luton Town midfielder Allan Campbell and Hull City attacker Ryan Longman.
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The Lions look set to be active on the final day of the transfer window with Andreas Voglsammer and George Evans both possible departures.
Chelsea complete Palmer deal – 9:45AM
Chelsea have completed the signing of Manchester City forward Cole Palmer.
The 21-year-old has penned has signed a seven-year contract with the option of a further year.
The deal is worth a reported £40million plus £2.5m in add ons.
“I’m excited to get started and it feels great to sign,” he said.
“I’ve joined Chelsea because the project here sounds good and because of the platform I will have to try to showcase my talents.
“It is a young and hungry squad and, hopefully, we can do something special.”
Millwall duo look set to go – 9:37AM
Strong interest in Andreas Voglsammer and George Evans. Both could depart before window closes. #Millwall will look to make additions if both go.
— Richard Cawley (@RichCawleySLP) September 1, 2023
Palace weighing up deadline day move for Arsenal defender – 9:30AM
Crystal Palace are weighing a deadline day move for Arsenal defender Rob Holding, the South London Press understands.
The 27-year-old joined Arsenal back in 2016 in a £2million move from Bolton.
He has made 162 appearances during his time at The Emirates.
Dons confident on striker stay – 8:50AM
AFC Wimbledon are confident of keeping hold of striker Ali Al-Hamadi this transfer window.
The 21-year-old has been subject to interest from Barnsley and Peterborough this summer.
Picture : Keith Gillard
However, our paper understands the Dons are increasingly confident that the forward will be going nowhere before the 11PM deadline.
Charlton close on midfielder from Premier League side – 8:35AM
Charlton are also closing in on the loan signing of Luton Town midfielder Louie Watson.
The 22-year-old South Londoner made five appearances for the Hatters last season as they won promotion to the Premier League.
Watson came through West Ham’s academy before leaving for Derby in 2020.
He joined Luton in 2022 and has made nine senior appearances at Kenilworth Road.
His brother Noah – a defender – plays for Crystal Palace.
Update from Palace – 8:28AM
Crystal Palace are still chasing one more forward signing after completing the signing of Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson yesterday.
Our paper understands that Jean-Philippe Mateta will be staying, with Jesurun Rak-Sakyi also set to stay at Selhurst Park this transfer window.
Picture : Keith Gillard
First order of business – 8:23AM
Charlton are closing in on the signing of former AFC Wimbledon defender Tennai Watson.
The 26-year-old was a free agent after leaving Milton Keynes at the end of last season.
Reading academy graduate Watson had a loan spell with Wimbledon in the 2018-19 season.
He has also had a loan spell at Coventry.
Good morning! – 8:20AM
Good morning and welcome to the South London Press’ transfer deadline day live blog!
We will keep you updated with the incomings and outings at all of our clubs today, with Crystal Palace, Millwall, Charlton and AFC Wimbledon all chasing deals right up until tonight’s 11PM deadline.
Our website will also bring you live coverage of Charlton’s managerial update, with the Addicks searching for a new permanent boss after Dean Holden was sacked following last weekend’s 2-1 defeat at Oxford.
We have already seen some big deals this summer. Palace have completed the signings of Dean Henderson and Mathues Franca. Millwall have recruited Joe Bryan, Kevin Nisbet and Brooke Norton-Cuffy. Charlton have brought in Alfie May and Panutche Camara. And Wimbledon have completed 10 new signings this summer.
The blog will also keep across all of our west London clubs as well, with Chelsea set to sign Man City’s Cole Palmer and QPR and Fulham both still in the market.
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