Chronological coverage updated 11th September 2026 17:41.
Update 1 · 11th September 2026
Michail Antonio Joins Watford as Arsenal and Chelsea Complete Contract Deals
Clubs across the Premier League and EFL continue to complete squad adjustments following the close of the primary summer transfer window, finalizing veteran free-agent signings alongside long-term contract extensions.
Antonio Completes Watford Move
Striker Michail Antonio has signed a one-year deal with Watford, returning to the English Football League. The 36-year-old Jamaica international was released by West Ham United in August 2025 following his recovery from a serious car accident in Epping Forest that left him hospitalised with four femur fractures. Source: standard.co.uk.
Before joining Watford, Antonio trained with Brentford and briefly played four matches for Qatari club Al-Sailiya. Watford cited his experience across 410 Premier League and Championship appearances, in which he scored 96 goals, as a key factor in his signing. Source: standard.co.uk.
Young Prospects and Contract Renewals
Arsenal have officially confirmed a pre-contract agreement with 17-year-old Georgian forward Andria Bartishvili. Currently on loan at top-flight side Iberia 1999 from Kolkheti 1913, Bartishvili is scheduled to join the North London club in July 2027. Source: standard.co.uk.
Chelsea have secured winger Pedro Neto to a new contract at Stamford Bridge, putting an end to summer transfer interest from rival clubs Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur. Source: standard.co.uk.
At Tottenham Hotspur, Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall has signed a contract extension after reversing a decision to seek a transfer away in search of regular playing time. Source: standard.co.uk.
- Michail Antonio joined Watford on a one-year contract after recovering from a car crash.
- Arsenal secured a pre-contract deal for 17-year-old Georgian forward Andria Bartishvili ahead of a 2027 arrival.
Update 2 · 11th September 2026
Transfer Round-Up: Arsenal Agree Bartishvili Deal, Dewsbury-Hall Defends Everton, Antonio Joins Watford
English clubs continue to finalize contract extensions and prospective additions following the conclusion of the summer transfer window. Source: standard.co.uk.
Arsenal officially announced a pre-contract agreement to sign 17-year-old Georgian forward Andria Bartishvili. Bartishvili, currently playing for Kolkheti 1913 and on loan at top-flight side Iberia 1999, is set to join the North London club in July 2027. Source: standard.co.uk.
Everton Frustrations and Antonio's EFL Return
At Everton, midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall addressed supporter frustration after Deadline Day left the club with 18 senior players. Dewsbury-Hall expressed annoyance at negative fan reactions regarding squad size and potential relegation risks. Source: standard.co.uk.
According to standard.co.uk, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Everton midfielder said: “I’ve seen all of the reactions, all of the meltdowns, and in all honestly it annoyed me a bit.”.
In the Championship, 36-year-old striker Michail Antonio has signed a one-year contract with Watford. The former West Ham player returns to English football after recovering from four femur fractures suffered in a November 2024 car accident in Epping Forest and a subsequent short stint with Qatari side Al-Sailiya. Source: standard.co.uk.
In international allegiance news, Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah has been approached by the Ghana Football Association regarding a potential switch from England to the Black Stars. Additionally, Pedro Neto signed a contract extension at Chelsea, while Real Madrid agreed a new deal with midfielder Arda Guler. Source: standard.co.uk.
- Arsenal signed 17-year-old Andria Bartishvili on a pre-contract agreement for July 2027.
- Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall defended Everton's 18-man senior squad following Deadline Day criticism.
- Michail Antonio joined Watford on a one-year contract after completing his injury recovery.
