The transfer window is now open again following the start of this summer’s Club World Cup with clubs able to accelerate deals ahead of the new season.
Arsenal chiefs are reportedly in talks with Eberechi Eze as the look to bring a striker to the club in this window. The Gunners have already agreed a fee for Brentford captain Christian Norgaard in a surprising move after contract talks with Thomas Partey have stalled. They have also agreed to pay above the release fee for Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Arteta wants to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko - though talks have stalled somewhat.
Manchester United, meanwhile, have secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5m and are negotiating with Brentford about Bryan Mbeumo, having submitted an improved offer.
Florian Wirtz is now officially a Liverpool player after agreeing a record £116.5m deal for the German superstar and completed the medical last Friday, while Reds defender Jarell Quansah is set to go the other way in a £35m deal to join Bayern Leverkusen. Liverpool, who have already brought in Jeremie Frimpong, signed Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, on Thursday as they continue to strengthen ahead of the new season.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals will be covered in the blog below:
Transfer news live
- Arsenal in talks with Eberechi Eze's representatives over possible deal
- Gunners agree fee with Brentford for captain Christian Norgaard
- Manchester United close in on Bryan Mbeumo after submitting improved bid
- Liverpool complete £40m deal for Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez
- Reds size up move for Viktor Gyokeres
Fire-sale at Lyon?
10:56 , Mike JonesFrench giants Lyon were relegated to Ligue 2 after failing to convince authorities they have resolved their financial difficulties.
In a dire financial state, it will be expected that their top talents - the likes of Malick Fofana, Ernest Nuamah and Georges Mikautadze - will all be available on the cheap.
Should clubs be sniffing for a bargain?
Burnley closing in on Loum Tchaouna
10:48 , Mike JonesBurnley made their first signing of the summer earlier today, and they look like they’re pushing for another.
According to Sky Italy, they’ve agreed a deal worth around £12m with Lazio to sign winger Loum Tchaouna.
The Italian club have reportedly negotiated a 10 per cent sell-on clause in the agreement.
Burnley are expected to sort the final details of the 21-year-old's personal terms once he has finished representing France at the U21 Euros, with it anticipated a deal will get over the line quickly once the tournament has finished.
Barcelona eye Marcus Rashford loan
10:40 , Mike JonesMarcus Rashford’s future is almost certain to lie away from Manchester United, with Barcelona among those strongly linked this summer.
The Times and Guardian report that the Catalan club have expressed interest in a loan move for the forward - though Manchester United are said to be keener on a permanent switch and a fee of around £40m.
Kyle Walker-Peters leaves Southampton
10:32 , Mike JonesKyle Walker-Peters has left Southampton following the expiry of his contract.
The right-back will be available on a free and has been touted with a return to Tottenham.
Bringing to an end a five-and-a-half year stay 😇
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) June 25, 2025
Thank you to Kyle Walker-Peters, who will leave the club at the end of his contract ❤️ pic.twitter.com/kJK3qm4j5U
Crystal Palace to sign Argentine goalkeeper on free transfer from PSV
10:24 , Mike JonesFA Cup winners Crystal Palace will welcome Argentina goalkeeper Walter Benitez next week.
When his contract with Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven expires, the 32-year-old will compete with Dean Henderson to be the Eagles’ No 1.
Benitez has given up a Champions League campaign with PSV to play in the Premier League.
Wilfred Ndidi on the radar of a couple of clubs
10:17 , Mike JonesWilfred Ndidi feels a tricky player to figure out, now up to eight years with Leicester and having already played a season in the Championship but surely a useful option for one of the bottom-half Premier League clubs.
The midfielder is a target for two such sides, Talksport say that Manchester United and Everton could both make a move for the Nigerian with a £9m relegation clause in his contract mentioned.
Bradley Barcola on Arsenal's radar?
10:08 , Mike JonesWe reported earlier how Arsenal are seeking alternatives to Benjamin Sesko, and whispers from Paris suggest Bradley Barcola may be among them.
L’Equipe believe that the Paris Saint-Germain forward is a target for the London club.
Nottingham Forest reject big bid for Anthony Elanga
10:00 , Mike JonesNewcastle have tabled a £45m offer for Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga.
Forest immediately rejected and have no intention of selling, report The Athletic.
Eddie Howe is keen to boost his wide options, with Chelsea’s Noni Madueke also linked.
The Chelsea-Man United swap deal that explains the transfer window’s latest trend
09:52 , Mike JonesSwap deals are becoming more and more common as Premier League clubs seek to navigate profit and sustainability rules, balance the books and find value in a market that is eye-wateringly expensive.
Amid reports that Chelsea and Manchester United are considering trading Christopher Nkunku and Alejandro Garnacho, Will Castle explores this transfer trend:
The Chelsea-Man United swap deal that explains the transfer window’s latest trend
Newcastle ready to up Alexander Isak's wages to ward off interest
09:44 , Mike JonesNewcastle may have had their bid ofr Anthony Elanga rejected but they have more pressing concerns.
Those being to make sure Alexander Isak remains at the club.
Interest is flourishing for the Premier League striker with Liverpool in pole position to wrestle him away from St. James’ Park.
The Times believe that Newcastle are ready to up Isak’s wages to make him the best-paid player ever at the club to ensure their rivals don’t manage to persuade him to move away.
Chelsea close in on Jamie Gittens
09:35 , Mike JonesBayern Munich had made a late attempt to hijack Chelsea’s move for Jamie Gittens but it seems as if the Borussia Dortmund winger is nearing a return to a club where he spent a short stint as a youngster.
The Athletic say a seven-year deal is in place and could be done “imminently” for the Englishman, who will turn 21 shortly before the start of the Premier League season.
Tottenham near deal for Japan defender
09:26 , Mike JonesTottenham are set to bolster their defensive options with the signature of Japan international Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale.
The 20-year-old is highly rated and could yet develop into a first-teamer for Thomas Frank.
Why Matheus Cunha is Man United’s best signing in years
09:17 , Mike JonesThe Manchester United rebuild is underway, with the marquee transfer of Brazilian Matheus Cunha from Wolves.
After a difficult 2025 where the team really struggled to adapt to Ruben Amorim's 3-4-2-1 formation, Adam Clery looks at why this is about as perfect a signing as it's possible to make.
Quartet of clubs in the mix for Omari Hutchinson
09:08 , Mike JonesOmari Hutchinson flashed at times in a tough campaign for Ipswich last season, and may yet be staying in the top flight.
The Daily Mail mention West Ham, Fulham, Everton and Brentford as potential destinations.
Hutchinson will also have caught the eye in England U21s run to the European Championship final this summer.
Fenerbahce emerge as Jadon Sancho suitors
09:00 , Mike JonesWhat’s new with Jadon Sancho?
Like Marcus Rashford he’s on his way out of Manchester United this summer and Talksport say that Fenerbahce have registered their interest in the England international.
Linking up with Jose Mourinho could give him the fresh start he needs to get his career back on track.
PSG have £55m bid for Zabarnyi rejected
08:53 , Mike JonesPSG have reportedly had a £55m bid rejected for Bournemouth’s Illya Zabarnyi.
The Champions League winners are keen to bolster their backline and have supposedly agreed personal terms with the 22-year-old Ukrainian but the Cherries don’t want to sell.
The English side have already lost one of their key defensive options after Dean Huijsen departed for Real Madrid in a deal worth £50m, while left-back Milos Kerkez joined Liverpool for £40m.
Viktor Gyokeres 'tells Sporting he wants to leave'
08:45 , Mike JonesNews from Portugal claims that Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly told Sporting that he has no desire to play for the club again.
The striker has informed president Frederico Varandas that he wants a new challenge, Lisbon outlet A Bola believe.
That could be a boost for Arsenal, who have submitted a bid for the forward, as well as Liverpool and Manchester United who have both been rumoured to be interested in the Sporting star.
Benjamin Sesko stalemate sends Arsenal looking at striker options
08:38 , Mike JonesThere is still a €10m gap between Arsenal and Leipzig on Benjamin Sesko, as the London club's staff have also discussed a potential move for Chelsea's Noni Madueke.
Mikel Arteta wants a striker as his priority this summer and Sesko is the main target, with all parties currently keen on a deal.
Benjamin Sesko stalemate sends Arsenal looking at striker options
Tottenham eye Eberechi Eze after Bryan Mbeumo setback
08:30 , Mike JonesTottenham had been keen to reunite new manager Thomas Frank with Bryan Mbeumo, making Manchester United’s improved offer something of a setback.
It seem Mbeumo will be heading to Old Trafford after all and Spurs have switched direction.
Talksport believe that Spurs will now focus their attentions to Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace as they consider parting with club captain Son Heung Min.
This morning reports have appeared that Arsenal are also interested in Eze meaning Tottenham would have to move quickly should they actively want to pursue a deal for the Palace winger.
Darwin Nunez to Napoli?
08:23 , Mike JonesLiverpool’s signing of Florian Wirtz could leave something of a squeeze for places in their attacking midfield and forward lines - and might that make Darwin Nunez available for a move?
The Uruguayan is, Football Italia report, most keen on a transfer to Napoli if surplus to Arne Slot’s requirements.
Liverpool complete £40m deal for Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez
08:17 , Mike JonesLiverpool have signed Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for £40m as Arne Slot has taken his summer spending to £170m.
The left-back agreed a five-year contract at Anfield and passed a medical before becoming Liverpool’s third signing of the month.
The 21-year-old, who has been shortlisted for the PFA Young Player of the Year award, could prove the long-term replacement for Andy Robertson.
Liverpool size up move for Viktor Gyokeres
08:14 , Mike JonesLiverpool are interested in competing for the services of Sporting’s wantaway striker Viktor Gyokeres.
That’s according to Portuguese outlet Correio da Manha, which reports that the Premier League club have made an initial enquiry over Sporting’s asking price, thought to be around €80m (£69m).
Manchester United have been strongly linked with Gyokeres this summer after the Swedish international scored 54 goals last season. Arsenal are the only club to have submitted a concrete offer and Gyokeres is reported to prefer a move to the Emirates to Old Trafford.
Liverpool’s involvement could now throw Arsenal’s plans into chaos, as Arne Slot seeks to replace Darwin Nunez, a target for Italian champions Napoli.
Man Utd one step closer to signing Mbeumo
08:10 , Mike JonesManchester United are moving closer to signing Bryan Mbeumo after Brentford accepted part of their offer.
United returned this week with a second bid, this time of £45m with £15m in add-ons. The initial fee has been agreed, according to the Guardian, and now it is only a matter of haggling over the extras.
Mbeumo is expected to triple his £45k-per-week salary with a move to Old Trafford.
Thomas Partey future at Arsenal 'confirmed'
08:07 , Mike JonesThomas Partey’s contract at Arsenal has entered its final days, and according to Fabrizio Romano, there will be no last-gasp extension.
A deal for Brentford’s Christian Norgaard, which is progressing, appears to be Arsenal’s solution to replace the midfielder.
Arsenal agree fee for Christian Norgaard
08:02 , Mike JonesArsenal have agreed a fee of £10m plus add-ons to sign Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard.
Sky Sports News revealed that the add-ons amount to around £5m if they are all met, taking the total value of the deal to a possible £15m.
Negotiations are ongoing for the 31-year-old but this transfer is expected to get over the line in the next couple of days.
Arsenal made the move after contract extension talks with Thomas Partey began to stall.
Arsenal in talks with Eze's representatives
07:59 , Mike JonesArsenal are in talks with the representatives of Crystal Palace winger Eberechi Eze reports The Sun.
They claim that Gunners chief Andrea Beta met with Eze’s people to discuss the details of a potential transfer.
Eze is on the market for around £68m and Arsenal would need to battle Tottenham to do a deal.
Their main priority is still an out-and-out striker with an attacking winger seen as a bonus.
If any move for Eze materialises that would reduce the funds available to purchase a centre forward with Arsenal still negotiating a price for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.
