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Aymeric Laporte's return to Athletic Club Bilbao was fraught with complications as Al Nassr delayed the transfer, seeking higher offers despite Laporte's desire to return. FIFA intervened to finalize the move after a paperwork issue threatened the deal. Laporte, eager to play for Bilbao again, even sacrificed higher wages and now hopes for a Champions League spot.

Newcastle United's owners will not leave the club without a recognised striker if the long-running transfer saga involving Alexander Isak ends with the Swede's departure, manager Eddie Howe said ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool.