As of 2025, Manchester United seems poised to pursue Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP, while Rafael Leão is eager to depart AC Milan amidst interest from Bayern Munich. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers, rumors, and global football gossip.
Transfers hub | Recent signings | Men’s summer window evaluations
HEADLINES
– Sources indicate Arsenal is nearing an agreement to acquire Kepa
– Reports suggest Real Madrid has finalized a deal for River Plate’s young talent, Mastantuono
– Liverpool submits an improved £113 million offer for Wirtz
NOTABLE RUMORS
– Manchester United’s financial prudence has resulted in a surplus to facilitate a deal for Sporting CP’s striker Viktor Gyökeres, according to The Sun. The report reveals an operating cost reduction of £41.6 million to £162.1 million, enhancing their summer transfer budget. The Red Devils have already secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million and increased their bid for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo to £60 million, sources informed ESPN. Despite Gyökeres having a release clause of £85 million, United aims to negotiate a fee around £60 million.
– Furthermore, Manchester United’s transfer funds might increase if Internazionale successfully negotiates a deal for Rasmus Højlund, as per the Daily Telegraph. Højlund, who scored just four goals in the Premier League last season, could be available for the right offer. It’s reported that “informal inquiries” have been made regarding a player valued at £40 million. Although Inter prefers a loan with an option for a permanent transfer, United seeks a full transfer. Corriere dello Sport confirms Højlund’s interest in the move.
– AC Milan has been advised that Rafael Leão wishes to leave the club this summer, according to Florian Plettenberg from Sky Sport Deutschland. The Rossoneri are reportedly demanding a minimum fee of €70 million for the Portuguese winger, who is on Bayern Munich’s radar, though no formal discussions have taken place yet.
– Jamie Gittens has reached a personal agreement with Chelsea, who must now negotiate a fee with Borussia Dortmund. Fabrice Hawkins has reported that the 20-year-old England under-21 talent will ink a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge, following Chelsea’s decision to pursue Gittens instead of Man United’s Jadon Sancho.
– Newcastle United is intensifying their pursuit of Brighton & Hove Albion’s striker João Pedro, especially after Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo appears set to join Manchester United. According to the Daily Telegraph, the 23-year-old has been identified as the ideal partner for Alexander Isak as they aim for Champions League glory, with Brighton seemingly seeking no less than £60 million for the player.
– Real Madrid finds themselves €8 million shy of Benfica’s €48 million valuation of Álvaro Carreras, as reported by AS. Los Blancos are fast-tracking negotiations, hoping to clinch the deal by Tuesday, which is the deadline for the mini-transfer window, allowing Carreras to compete in the Club World Cup group stage. Madrid has already settled terms with the 22-year-old, but Benfica stands firm on their asking price.
ANALYSIS
2:23
Exploration of how Reijnders and Cherki may fit into Man City’s line-up next season.
CONFIRMED TRANSFERS
– Inter Milan has signed Brazilian forward Luis Henrique from Ligue 1’s Marseille, as they announced on Saturday.
– Liverpool confirmed the acquisition of 20-year-old goalkeeper Armin Pecsi from Puskas Akademia, with the Hungary U21 international nominated for the prestigious 2025 Golden Boy award.
MISCELLANEOUS RUMORS
– Galatasaray’s assistant coach Ismael Garcia is attracting attention from several English clubs as he looks to transition into a head coach role in either the Championship or League One, with Middlesbrough and Plymouth among those in search of new management. (Rob Dawson)
– Manchester City is optimistic about reaching an agreement to sign Rayan Cherki from Marseille. After an initial offer was rebuffed on Friday, City is expected to return with an improved proposal for the 21-year-old. (Sacha Tavolieri)
– Prospects of Arsenal, Chelsea, or Bayern Munich securing Nico Williams from Athletic Club appear to be fading, as the winger is inclined to remain in LaLiga. (Diario Sport)
– Real Sociedad’s winger Takefusa Kubo, 24, is under scrutiny from multiple Premier League clubs and is valued at €30m-€40m. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Tottenham Hotspur may need to pay over £10 million in compensation to appoint Brentford’s boss Thomas Frank as the successor to the recently sacked Ange Postecoglou. (Daily Mirror)
– Sunderland has rejected an initial offer from Borussia Dortmund for Jobe Bellingham, but negotiations continue with Sunderland seeking a package worth €30 million. (Sky Sport Deutschland)
– Newcastle United is reportedly frustrated over what they term as a “Saudi tax” on transfers, feeling they are quoted inflated prices due to their wealthy ownership. (Daily Telegraph)
– AC Milan is also seeking to recruit Bayer Leverkusen’s Granit Xhaka alongside Marseille’s Adrien Rabiot. The transfer for Xhaka is projected to cost between €15 million and €20 million, with the ex-Arsenal star expressing a desire to leave the Bundesliga. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Fenerbahce is considering offering Leroy Sané an annual salary of €15 million, as the Bayern Munich winger approaches free agency at the month’s end. Galatasaray is also in the fray with offers ranging from €10 million to €12 million, while Arsenal and clubs in the Saudi Pro League remain options. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Leroy Sané may still choose to ignore these offers and opt to extend his contract with Bayern. (Foot Mercato)
– Newcastle United has initiated discussions with Nottingham Forest regarding Anthony Elanga, with Forest seeking over £50 million to allow the 23-year-old winger to leave, as he retains three years on his contract. (Daily Mail)
– Atlético Madrid is hopeful of finalizing arrangements with Barcelona to retain Clement Lenglet for the upcoming season, with negotiations in process. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Theo Hernandez expresses a desire to join Atlético Madrid this summer and will overlook interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia. (Mundo Deportivo)
– Wolves are contemplating a move for Barcelona’s defender Gerard Martin as a potential replacement for Rayan Aït-Nouri, who is bound for Manchester City. (Matteo Moretto)
– Roma aims to acquire at least one center-back, targeting Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi and Bayer Leverkusen’s Odilon Kossounou. (Corriere dello Sport)
– Lazio’s president Claudio Lotito has stated midfielder Nicolò Rovella, who has garnered interest from AC Milan and Inter Milan, is not available for transfer. (Calciomercato)
– Marseille has submitted an offer to West Ham United for Moroccan central defender Nayef Aguerd, 29. (Foot Mercato)
– Paris Saint-Germain has authorized an extension on Randal Kolo Muani’s loan to Juventus until the conclusion of the Club World Cup. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Juventus is targeting Fiorentina’s right-back Dodo, while evaluating options for a left-back from Lazio, Girona, or Real Madrid. (Tuttosport)
– Napoli views Bologna’s Sam Beukema as a perfect center-back candidate, along with Atalanta’s Giorgio Scalvini. The team is also pushing for Bologna winger Dan Ndoye and monitoring RB Leipzig’s Antonio Nusa. (Sky Sport Italia)
– Napoli is also linked with Chelsea’s center-back Trevoh Chalobah, who is seeking clarity about his future at Stamford Bridge. (Daily Telegraph)
– Bayern Munich will compensate Bayer Leverkusen approximately €800,000 to ensure Jonathan Tah can represent them in the Club World Cup, a figure that may exceed €1 million based on German club performance in the tournament. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Fenerbahce is the first club to approach Juventus regarding striker Dusan Vlahovic, although their €30 million offer is €10 million off the mark. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Al Nassr is pursuing Andreas Christensen, with Barcelona willing to let the 29-year-old depart due to his contract expiring next year and their depth in the center-back role. (Diario Sport)
– Intermediaries have proposed AC Milan center-back Fikayo Tomori to Napoli, amidst ongoing uncertainties regarding his future at San Siro. (Matteo Moretto)