The transfer window is almost open with the Club World Cup creating an emergency, short-term window — though clubs not involved in the new Fifa tournament are pushing ahead with plans to strengthen this summer.
Manchester United have an awful lot of work to do in the window after a disastrous season, and Matheus Cunha appears to be the first one through the door, with Wolves set to bank more than £60m for the Brazilian forward. There could also be exits from Old Trafford, though, with captain Bruno Fernandes among those being linked with moves away.
Liverpool are ready to go from strength to strength after winning the Premier League title, with a new striker perhaps on the wish list as right-back Jeremie Frimpong nears a switch to help fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure. A forward to monitor could be Hugo Ekitike, who is also a Chelsea target, with the Eintracht Frankfurt striker one of the hottest properties in European football.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:
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- Matheus Cunha closing in on Manchester United move
- Bruno Fernandes linked with move to Saudi Arabia
- Jeremie Frimpong lands in Liverpool to finalise Anfield switch
- Mohamed Salah reveals Saudi Arabia transfer plan
- Chelsea eye Hugo Ekitike and also hold interest in Liam Delap with Man Utd keen on Ipswich star
DONE DEAL! Michael Kayode joins Brentford permanently
17:45 , Luke BakerBrentford have completed the permanent signing of defender Michael Kayode after his loan spell at the club this season.
Kayode, 20, who arrived on a half-season loan from Fiorentina in January, has agreed a five-year deal, with Brentford having an option to extend his contract by another 12 months.
The Italy Under-21 international, who has made 12 Premier League appearances for the Bees, said: "I'm so excited to extend my stay at Brentford. I have felt so welcome from the first day I arrived at the club.
"I've wanted to play in the Premier League since I was a child and it's been so good to do that here. I can't wait for more next season and beyond."
Liverpool set Caoimhin Kelleher price tag as Brentford register interest in Irish goalkeeper
17:22 , Jack RathbornBrentford are among the clubs interested in signing Caoimhin Kelleher, with Liverpool wanting at least £20m for the goalkeeper.
Kelleher will soon enter the last year of his contract at Anfield and is expected to leave in search of regular first-team football.
Brentford have made contact with Liverpool as they look for a potential successor to Mark Flekken, who is of interest to Bayer Leverkusen.
But they could face competition for the Republic of Ireland international, who has attracted other admirers with fine performances for Liverpool. Nottingham Forest have bid for Kelleher in the past while several Premier League clubs are expected to look for goalkeepers this summer.
Marcus Rashford meets with Barcelona
17:01 , Luke BakerMarcus Rashford is on his way out of Manchester United this summer with reports suggesting he’s available for £40m.
Per Spanish journalist Toni Juanmarti, Rashford met with Barcelona today and he’s one of four options on their list. They were keen on him in January but a move never materialised
Chelsea in 'concrete talks' for Hugo Ekitike
16:48 , Jack RathbornChelsea are said to be in “concrete talks” over a deal for Hugo Ekitike.
Sky Sport Germany reports that Chelsea would like to complete the deal quickly to fend of interest from Liverpool in the Eintracht Frankfurt forward.
The 22-year-old has 15 goals in 30 games since joining from PSG on a permanent basis, having impressed enough in a shorter spell with four goals in 14 Bundesliga games.
Man City targeting Cherki or Gibbs-White for No 10 role
16:34 , Luke BakerTelegraph Sport reports that Manchester City are eyeing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki, who has confirmed he will leave the club this summer.
The 21-year-old is believed to have a release clause of around £20-25 million, and signing him would provide City with a cheaper but similar talent to Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, whose hefty fee has reportedly dampened enthusiasm for him at the Etihad.
But Cherki isn’t the only No 10 that Man City are considering, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the club are also interested in Morgan Gibbs-White.
The 25-year-old has starred in Nottingham Forest’s remarkable season that culminated in a Conference League spot and an FA Cup semi-final. He could end up being a replacement for Kevin de Bruyne.
Chelsea identify top striker target after Champions League boost
16:11 , Luke BakerChelsea have discussed a move for Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike, as they hone transfer plans now that they have qualified for the 2025/26 Champions League.
Victory at Nottingham Forest on Sunday, to round out the Premier League 2024/25 campaign, thanks to Levi Colwill’s goal, has handed Enzo Maresca’s side a boost.
With Nicolas Jackson suspended for the final two games and Marc Guiu just 18 years of age, Chelsea had been left short in attack.
The club are now actively targeting a striker in the market with the French star high on their list, though they also have significant interest in Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres and Ipswich Town's Liam Delap.
While Arsenal are considering the former, who has shone for Sporting this season, Manchester United are now expected to sign Delap, leaving Chelsea to extensively discuss a move for Ekitike.
Chelsea identify top striker target after Champions League boost
Matheus Cunha is the enigma that could finally solve Man United’s mess
15:45 , Richard JollyThere are reasons why a club with a diminishing income and limited leeway within Profitability and Sustainability Rules would submit a £62.5m offer around 48 hours after their season ended.
Manchester United, left with more questions after a torrid campaign, could look at the numbers and see that Matheus Cunha scored 15 Premier League goals last season. It is more than double the combined haul of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee. They could add in the efforts of Marcus Rashford, Mason Mount and Antony in United shirts and still have fewer than Cunha had mustered by the end of February.
Or they might just be rationalising that it was a hefty price to pay to spare them some embarrassment. Because, in different ways and in the last two seasons, Cunha has contrived to show up his future employers.
Matheus Cunha is the enigma that could finally solve Man United’s mess
Pep Guardiola to lose three key Man City coaches in major revamp
15:15 , Harry Latham-CoylePep Guardiola is losing three key members of his Manchester City backroom staff, including assistant manager Juanma Lillo, to leave the Spaniard in pursuit of a coaching team.
Lillo, Inigo Dominguez and Carlos Vicens are all leaving City and will not go to the Club World Cup, with Guardiola yet to confirm who will join him in the dugout in the United States.
Vicens, who has been at City for seven years, is going to take up his first managerial job at Portuguese club Braga, where he will replace the former Sheffield Wednesday head coach Carlos Carvalhal.
Pep Guardiola to lose three key Man City coaches in major revamp
Why Arsenal want Martin Zubimendi so badly
14:15 , Adam CleryArsenal appear to have identified Martin Zubimendi as their top midfield target - but why? The Independent tries to explain what makes him so attractive a prospect.
Lamine Yamal signs new six-year deal at Barcelona
13:45 , Harry Latham-CoyleOne player staying where they are for the foreseeable future is Lamine Yamal. The Barcelona phenom has signed a new six-year deal with the Catalan club.
The forward, who does not turn 18 until July, made his debut in April 2023 aged just 15 but has already become an integral part of the club's success.
He helped Barca to the LaLiga, Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey treble and was a driving force in their journey to the semi-finals of the Champions League.
Yamal, who joined the club's academy aged seven, has already made 106 appearances - becoming the club's youngest player to reach a century of games.
Manchester City’s bloated squad leaves Pep Guardiola facing tough transfer choices
13:15 , Harry Latham-CoylePep Guardiola is preparing for a clearout as he looks trim down Manchester City’s bloated squad. Richard Jolly wonders who could on their way out:
Manchester City’s bloated squad leaves Pep Guardiola facing tough transfer choices
Bryan Mbeumo ‘likely’ to leave Brentford this summer, captain Christian Norgaard admits
12:45 , Harry Latham-CoyleIt would appear that there is an expectation at Brentford that Bryan Mbeumo may be headed for pastures new this summer after an excellent campaign from the forward. Christian Norgaard, captain at the club, admitted that it was likely that his teammate’s future lies elsewhere.
Bryan Mbeumo ‘likely’ to leave Brentford this summer, Christian Norgaard admits
Manchester United hold talks with Bryan Mbeumo
12:30 , Harry Latham-CoyleManchester United have reportedly held talks with Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo over a £50m summer move.
That’s according to talkSPORT, who suggest he is also attracting interest from Newcastle.
This comes after Ruben Amorim revealed that his side can’t be too active in the transfer market due to Financial Fair Play.
Cristiano Ronaldo sends cryptic message over next club after Al Nassr’s season ends
12:00 , Sports StaffA former Manchester United player with close connections to Sporting Lisbon one assumes will not be on Ruben Amorim’s list of targets is Cristiano Ronaldo - though it appears that the ageing forward could be on the move.
Cristiano Ronaldo sends cryptic message over next club after Al Nassr’s season ends
The hard decisions Aston Villa now face after transfer gamble backfires
11:10 , Harry Latham-CoyleIn a predicament, somewhat, are Aston Villa, so impressive at times this season (and very nearly conquerors of PSG) yet finding themselves one point short of a Champions League return. Richard Jolly explores how the club may navigate the next couple of months.
The hard decisions Aston Villa now face after transfer gamble backfires
Jeremie Frimpong set for switch
09:10 , Harry Latham-CoyleSalah is staying, but Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure has left a vacancy at right-back - one that looks set to be filled by Jeremie Frimpong. The Bayer Leverkusen defender’s deal could be done in the next couple of days after he underwent a medical 10 days or so ago.
Mohamed Salah reveals stunning Saudi transfer plan before signing new Liverpool contract
08:55 , Harry Latham-CoyleSo Bruno Fernandes may yet be Saudi Arabia-bound, and Mohamed Salah could have been, too. Richard Jolly reports on an intriguing revelation made by the Liverpool forward having committed his future to the club.
Salah reveals stunning Saudi transfer plan before new Liverpool contract
Bruno Fernandes given '72 hours' to decide on Al-Hilal offer
08:35 , Will CastleBruno Fernandes has been sent a proposal by Al-Hilal and will reportedly have 72 hours to decide whether he accepts or not.
This is according to the Daily Mail, who say the offer sits at £700k-per-week for up to three years.
Al-Hilal are also said to have lodged a £100m bid to Manchester United directly.
Ruben Amorim speaks out on Bruno Fernandes’ Man United future amid transfer interest
08:20 , Harry Latham-CoyleCould Bruno Fernandes really be on the move? It seems these could be crucial days in determining the Manchester United captain’s future.
Amorim speaks out on Fernandes’ future amid transfer interest
Watkins to leave Villa?
07:55 , Flo CliffordRichard Jolly had this to say on Aston Villa’s ‘underwhelming’ summer transfer window last year, and what changes could be afoot at Villa Park without Champions League money to fund their spending.
Villa surely face another juggling act in the transfer market. PSR remains a permanent consideration. Morgan Rogers’s dramatic improvement brings admirers.
Goalkeeper Emi Martinez seemed to be waving goodbye to Villa Park after last week’s win over Tottenham, leaving in tears.
Then there is the question of Ollie Watkins: fuming, in his own words, to be benched for both legs against Paris Saint-Germain despite being the only specialist striker owned by the club. Can relations be rebuilt? If not, Watkins will be hard to replace.
The hard decisions Aston Villa now face after transfer gamble backfires
Matheus Cunha set for Manchester United medical after £62.5m release clause met
07:41 , Harry Latham-CoyleYes, Matheus Cunha appears set to arrive at Old Trafford after Manchester United met the Wolves forward’s release clause last night. Richard Jolly has the full story:
Cunha set for Man United medical after £62.5m release clause met
Transfer news LIVE
07:38 , Harry Latham-CoyleThe transfer window, though not yet officially open, rolls on today as the rumour mill churns to feed the insatiable desire of football fans begging for their club to invest yet more millions in an oft-misguided bid to improve their squad. And Manchester United appear to be closing in on a deal...
Yamal extends contract
Tuesday 27 May 2025 20:00 , Will CastleLamine Yamal has extended his contract that will keep him at Barcelona until 2031.
Knocking any extravagant rumours of a shock Yamal transfer on the head early, I see.
The future is now. pic.twitter.com/VP2WQmbNHN
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 27, 2025
Mohamed Salah reveals Saudi Arabia transfer plan
Tuesday 27 May 2025 18:00 , Jack RathbornMohamed Salah said that he would have gone to the Saudi Pro-League this summer if he had not signed a new deal with Liverpool.
The Egyptian revealed he held “serious” talks with the cash-rich Saudi league. Al-Ittihad had bid £150m for him in 2023 and there was renewed interest from the division in recent months.
Liverpool rejected that but risked losing Salah on a free transfer this year, as his contract entered its final few months and after the forward described himself as “more out than in”.
Salah reveals stunning Saudi transfer plan before new Liverpool contract
Jeremie Frimpong arrives in the UK to complete Liverpool move
Tuesday 27 May 2025 17:29 , Will CastleBig news, this!
Jeremie Frimpong has touched down in Liverpool to finalise his transfer to Liverpool, as per Sky Sports.
His medical was completed last week and the Dutchman will sign in a deal worth £29.5m after Liverpool activated his release clause.
BREAKING: Jeremie Frimpong has arrived in the UK to finalise his move to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen 🚨 pic.twitter.com/3DdSLTWadk
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) May 27, 2025
Chelsea and Arsenal interested in Gyokeres
Tuesday 27 May 2025 16:30 , Flo CliffordMiguel Delaney reported yesterday that both Chelsea and Arsenal have expressed an interest in Sporting Lisbon’s Victor Gyokeres, although Enzo Maresca’s side are focusing their attention on the hunt for French striker Hugo Ekitike’s signature.
Five top targets Liverpool could sign this summer
Tuesday 27 May 2025 16:00 , Will CastleWith Liverpool preparing for a recruitment drive this summer, here are five players that could be targeted:
Jeremie Frimpong, Bayer Leverkusen
Right, this isn’t exactly a potential target. Frimpong, 24, is on the verge of a move to Anfield on a five-year deal and looks nailed on to be Liverpool’s response to losing current right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Dutchman is an attacking-minded wing-back who has thrived at Bayer Leverkusen in Xabi Alonso’s system, playing an integral part to their unbeaten domestic in 2023/24.
Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen
Another superstar of Alonso’s Leverkusen side, attacking midfielder Wirtz, 22, has been attracting the attention of Europe’s biggest hitters for some time now. Leverkusen reportedly want a staggering €100m (£84m) for their prized possession, which may have scared Manchester City off. Bayern Munich are also said to be in the race for the German, who has notched 16 goals and 15 assists in all competition this season.
Milos Kerkez, Bournemouth
Kerkez has starred for the Cherries this season and seems to have been picked out as the rightful heir to Andy Robertson at left-back. Liverpool are said to be in talks with Kerkez, 21, who could be about to join Hungarian countryman Dominik Szoboszlai at Anfield. The marauding defender fits Slot’s system well and could be valued at £45m.
Angelo Stiller, Stuttgart
Liverpool have found joy when fishing at the Stuttgart well for defensive midfielders before. They will hope highly-rated German star Stiller, 24, will follow in Wataru Endo’s suit and swap the MHP Arena for Merseyside. The former Bayern Munich prospect has been at the heart of their midfield for the past two seasons and helped Stuttgart qualify for the Champions League in 2023/24.
Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid
Ex-Manchester City forward Alvarez proved his worth as a top talent at the Etihad - but it’s since he ditched being second fiddle to Erling Haaland that the Argentinian has truly taken off. He’s enjoyed an impressive year since his £82m switch to Atletico Madrid last summer, scoring 29 goals and providing six assists in all competitions. His form may have peaked the interest of Liverpool, who are in the market for forward reinforcements. Darwin Nunez plus cash swap deal, perhaps?
Where next for Ronaldo?
Tuesday 27 May 2025 14:00 , Will CastleCristiano Ronaldo is on his way out of Al-Nassr and may be eyeing a move that allows him to play in the inaugural Club World Cup next month.
This could lead him to joining fierce city rivals Al-Hilal, who are competing in the tournament.
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has not ruled out the Portuguese superstar from being involved in the United States, saying: “Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup, yeah. There are discussions with some clubs, so if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup… who knows, who knows.”
The event poses potentially one final opportunity for Ronaldo to faceoff against Lionel Messi, with Inter Miami a participant.
Gianni Infantino claims Cristiano Ronaldo could play in Club World Cup
Man City considering Gibbs-White
Tuesday 27 May 2025 13:48 , Luke BakerLyon’s Rayan Cherki isn’t the only No 10 that Man City are considering, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the club are also interested in Morgan Gibbs-White.
The 25-year-old has starred in Nottingham Forest’s remarkable season that culminated in a Conference League spot and an FA Cup semi-final. He could end up being a replacement for Kevin de Bruyne
Man City lead race to sign Cherki
Tuesday 27 May 2025 13:15 , Flo CliffordTelegraph Sport reports that Manchester City are eyeing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki, who has confirmed he will leave the club this summer.
The 21-year-old is believed to have a release clause of around £20-25 million, and signing him would provide City with a cheaper but similar talent to Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, whose hefty fee has reportedly dampened enthusiasm for him at the Etihad.
