For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window once again proved to be exceptionally busy, with some huge names making big-money moves all the way up to Deadline Day on September 1.
Rising American winger Mathis Albert was the subject of loan interest during the summer transfer window, sources tell GOAL, but Borussia Dortmund opted to keep hold of the teenage starlet due to their plans for him with the first team. Albert made his professional debut for Dortmund last season and started for the club on Tuesday in the DFB-Pokal.
Arsenal have finalised a season-long loan move for Ethan Nwaneri to join Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund on Deadline Day. The highly-rated midfielder heads to Germany in search of regular first-team minutes after finding opportunities limited at the Emirates Stadium. The deal does not include a permanent purchase option, meaning he will return to London next summer.
RB Leipzig have confirmed the permanent signing of Marc Guiu from Chelsea as the Bundesliga side continues its tradition of recruiting the finest young talents in European football. The 20-year-old striker arrives in Germany following a turbulent period at Stamford Bridge, where he struggled to maintain a regular place in a congested first-team squad.
Eintracht Frankfurt winger Ritsu Doan has dramatically called off a €17 million transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad. The 28-year-old Japan international rejected personal terms at the final hurdle and has returned to Germany, opting to continue his career in the Bundesliga.
Tottenham Hotspur prospect Mikey Moore has completed a season-long loan move to Bundesliga side FC Koln following a prolific spell at Rangers. The 19-year-old winger registered seven goals and four assists during his time in Scotland, and he now heads to Germany to gain further top-flight first-team experience across the 2026-27 campaign.
Igor Matanovic has broken his silence regarding speculation linking him with a surprising transfer move to either Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur. The towering Freiburg striker is currently enjoying a scintillating run of form, and he insists that his complete focus remains solely on delivering in the Bundesliga for Julian Schuster’s side.
Borussia Dortmund have formalised their interest in Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri as they look to bolster their attacking options before the transfer deadline. The Bundesliga giants are pushing for a season-long loan for the 19-year-old, who has found first-team opportunities limited at the Emirates Stadium this season.
Jamal Musiala has been told to “get healthy” before worrying about his form for Bayern Munich and Germany, with Dietmar Hamann explaining to GOAL how football will “take care of itself” as the 23-year-old manages a “neurological dysfunction” condition. He suffered two on-field collapses during pre-season and will be given all the support he requires at the Allianz Arena before a return to competitive action is made.
Nick Woltemade poses a transfer “problem” for Newcastle, with Dietmar Hamann explaining to GOAL what the “best solution” for the German striker could be ahead of the summer deadline passing. The towering frontman has only spent 12 months at St James’ Park, following a big-money move, but could soon bid farewell to Tyneside and the Premier League.
Juventus have identified Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade as a surprise target in the final stages of the summer transfer window. The Bianconeri are reshaping their attack and could turn to the German youth international as they look to bolster their offensive options under the new project in Turin.
Chelsea striker Marc Guiu is closing in on a permanent transfer to Bundesliga side RB Leipzig after being excluded from Xabi Alonso's squad. The 20-year-old forward is expected to leave Stamford Bridge following a frustrating campaign hampered by limited league minutes.
Reigning champions Bayern Munich initiated their Bundesliga title defence with an emphatic 5-1 victory over Stuttgart at the Allianz Arena. Vincent Kompany's rampant side swiftly recovered from a momentary second-half equaliser, scoring four unanswered goals to extend their remarkable run of avoiding defeat in opening league matches since 2011.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly entered a battle to land Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic before the transfer window slams shut. The towering Croatia international has become a primary target for the Premier League giants as they look to bolster their attacking options for the new campaign.
Ipswich Town have pulled off a major coup by completing the signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Exequiel Palacios on a four-year deal. The 27-year-old World Cup winner brings elite top-flight pedigree and significant silverware to Portman Road, having played a key role during the Werkself's historic domestic campaign before heading to England.
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala will miss the club's Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday. The German international is still working his way back to full fitness following a recent health scare that saw him sidelined during the pre-season schedule.
