August 2025 Football News – What We Covered
August was a busy month for football fans. We packed the archive with four big stories that kept the transfer market buzzing, highlighted new league rules, and gave you the low‑down on pre‑season fixtures. If you missed any of them, here’s a quick rundown.
Arsenal’s push for Piero Hincapie
Arsenal tried to sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie for £52 million. The club met his release clause straight away, while Tottenham had flirted with a loan‑to‑buy deal. Hincapie liked Arsenal’s offer and agreed to personal terms, making him the second Spurs target to end up at the North London club this window. Leverkusen were firm – they wanted the full fee and said no to a loan.
Bayern Munich’s loan‑first strategy
Across the continent, Bayern Munich announced a shift in their transfer game. Instead of big cash purchases, they’ll focus on loan deals this season. The move comes as the Bundesliga rolled out new tech‑driven rules and the DFB‑Pokal wrestled with several racism incidents. While Hamburg celebrated a promotion back to the top division, the German FA faced extra scrutiny from FIFA.
Premier League summer drama
The Premier League market stayed hot. Manchester City eyed a record‑breaking bid for Benjamin Sesko, while rumors floated a possible exit for Jack Grealish. Other big clubs – United, Arsenal, Everton and Chelsea – made their own headline moves, keeping fans glued to transfer trackers. The summer window proved to be a roller‑coaster of big money and surprise deals.
Liverpool’s double‑header with Athletic Club
Liverpool hosted Athletic Club for two friendlies at Anfield on August 4. The first game kicked off at 5 p.m., the second at 8 p.m. Both matches were streamed live via All Red Video and DAZN, letting fans around the world watch. Manager Arne Slot rotated his squad, using the games to fine‑tune his line‑up ahead of the Community Shield and the Premier League opener.
All four stories gave us a taste of what’s shaking up football right now – from massive transfer fees and new league policies to on‑field action in pre‑season. Keep checking the archive for more updates as the season unfolds.
Arsenal move for Piero Hincapie after Tottenham bid as second Spurs hijack looms
Arsenal are pushing to sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie by paying his £52m release clause, after Tottenham explored a loan with obligation to buy. The Ecuador international has agreed personal terms and prefers Arsenal, per multiple reports. It would be Arsenal’s second hijack of a Spurs target this window after Eberechi Eze. Leverkusen want the clause paid in full and won’t accept a loan.
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Bayern Munich Shifts to Loan Deals as Bundesliga Unveils New Rules and DFB-Pokal Faces Racism Scandals
Bayern Munich changes its transfer strategy to focus on loan deals, while the Bundesliga launches new tech-driven rules and the DFB-Pokal contends with multiple racism incidents. Hamburg returns to the top division, but off-field issues have cast a shadow as FIFA monitors the German FA closely.
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Premier League Transfer Drama: Sesko, Grealish, Garnacho Lead Intense Summer Moves
Premier League clubs are shaking up their squads with big-money moves as the summer transfer window heats up. Manchester City are eyeing a record deal for Benjamin Sesko and facing a possible Jack Grealish exit. Manchester United, Arsenal, Everton, and Chelsea also push through headline signings and negotiations.
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Liverpool vs Athletic Club: How to Watch the Double-Header Friendly and What to Expect From Pre-Season Plans
Liverpool hosts Athletic Club for two friendlies at Anfield on August 4, with kick-offs at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. BST. Fans worldwide can stream via All Red Video or DAZN, while manager Arne Slot rotates his squad before the Community Shield and Premier League opener.
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