Transfers

West Ham United have reportedly stepped into the mix to secure the services of Manchester City’s Jack Grealish. The midfielder's future with City appears to be over and his exclusion from the Club World Cup squad served as a reminder that his services are no longer required at the Etihad.

Manchester United icon David May has offered unwavering support to manager Ruben Amorim as the Portuguese tactician takes bold steps to reshape the club’s culture. The Red Devils boss has taken a no-nonsense approach ahead of the 2025-26 season by barring five superstars, Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrrell Malacia, from rejoining the squad for pre-season training.

Manchester City have announced the arrival of highly rated Norwegian midfielder Sverre Nypan, completing a long-anticipated transfer from Eliteserien side Rosenborg for £12.5 million ($17m). City's scouting and recruitment staff were able to fend off interest from several top clubs across Europe, including Premier League rivals Arsenal and Aston Villa, who had also dispatched representatives to Norway in a bid to lure the midfielder.

Anthony Elanga, Newcastle United's new £55 million ($74m) recruit from Nottingham Forest, has expressed his admiration for international team-mate Alexander Isak, labelling the striker among the world’s elite. However, Elanga also made it clear that speculation surrounding Isak’s future at St James Park is part and parcel of being a top player, referring to the transfer chatter as little more than “noise.”

Former Arsenal star Anders Limpar has come to the defence of Noni Madueke after his proposed transfer from Chelsea led to fan scrutiny.

Sporting CP fans showed their true feelings towards Viktor Gyokeres as a banner aimed at the Arsenal-bound striker read 'No one is above the club'.

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has reportedly admitted he has 'too many midfielders', which could pave the way for an 'important' transfer exit.

Saudi Arabian club Neom have pulled out of the race for Granit Xhaka, leaving Sunderland and Fenerbahce as the midfielder’s only concrete options.

Manchester United have lodged an improved offer worth up to £70m for Bryan Mbeumo in an attempt to get a deal for their top target over the line.

Besiktas have publicly cancelled Kyle Walker-Peters' transfer to the club after rejecting a certain request from the ex-Southampton man.

Manchester United have reportedly raised their price tag for Antony amid a flurry of interest for the Brazilian.

Newcastle United have turned their attention to Brentford striker Yoane Wissa after ending their pursuit of Hugo Ekitike, with a deal for the DR Congo international now firmly in their sights. While talks with Brentford are yet to begin, the Magpies are expected to make a move soon and the potential transfer could also have a knock-on effect on Manchester United’s plans this summer.

Napoli are reportedly set to win the race to sign Vanja Milinkovic-Savic despite being linked with Manchester United and Leeds United.

AC Milan have reportedly begun preliminary talks with Brighton over a summer move for Pervis Estupinan, dealing a fresh blow to Manchester United’s transfer hopes. The Serie A giants are searching for a new left-back after selling Theo Hernandez and have identified the Ecuador international as a top target. The Red Devils had held discussions but are now at risk of missing out.

Ademola Lookman has agreed personal terms with Inter but their offer falls short of Atalanta's valuation as Atletico Madrid also enter the race.

A former Manchester United director has been backed to play an important role in a possible pursuit of Joshua Zirkzee.

Fluminense have entered the race to sign Tottenham Hotspur’s Richarlison, joining Palmeiras in pursuit of the Brazil international. With Spurs demanding around £55 million ($74m), both clubs are weighing complex financial structures to land the forward. Richarlison is under contract until 2027, but his emotional ties to Fluminense could prove pivotal in any transfer.

Alvaro Morata has already reached a verbal agreement to join Como, but Galatasaray are not allowing him to leave.

Juventus have set their asking price for Dusan Vlahovic, rejecting his contract termination request amid interest from AC Milan and Manchester United.

In a summer of secret release clauses, Emi Martinez reportedly has one at Aston Villa that could work in Manchester United’s favour.

Ashley Young could be set for a surprise return to his boyhood club Watford, with the Championship side looking to re-sign the 40-year-old veteran. The former Manchester United and England star is a free agent after leaving Everton and wants to finish his career where it began. Watford have no concerns over his age or fitness, and talks are reportedly ongoing.

The maximum fee Real Madrid would be willing to pay for Ibrahima Konate — into the last year of his contract — to Liverpool has been revealed.

Newcastle are out of the running to sign Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, leaving Manchester United and Liverpool fighting for his signature.

Arsenal reportedly made a shock bid to sign Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich team-mate Joao Palhinha before snapping up Martin Zubimendi.

Roma have raised their bid for Richard Ríos to €30 million in a bid to beat Wolves and Nottingham Forest to signing the Palmeiras star.

Liverpool’s chances of signing Rodrygo have been handed a major boost as Arsenal are ready to walk away from a potential €90 million (£78m/$104m) deal for the Real Madrid forward. The Gunners have shifted their focus to securing Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke, leaving the Reds with a clearer path to land the Brazilian superstar this summer.

Manchester City may have identified their Ederson successor, with Pep Guardiola reportedly mulling over a raid on Barcelona for Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

Arsenal have made history by completing a world-record deal to sign Canada international Olivia Smith from Liverpool. The 20-year-old striker becomes the first female footballer to command a £1 million ($1.3m/€1.15m) transfer fee, with the Gunners securing her signature on a long-term contract after a standout season in the Women's Super League with the Merseyside club.

Bayern Munich have yet again been turned down in their efforts to buy Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart.