Chuba Akpom (Ajax)
August 2025
Ajax striker Chuba Akpom is undergoing a medical with Ipswich Town ahead of a loan move that includes a £7m obligation to buy if the club is promoted.
Although Birmingham City are in talks with Ajax and could still make a late move, Ipswich remain favourites to secure Akpom’s signature after hijacking the deal initially headed for Birmingham.
Carney Chukwuemeka (Chelsea)
August 2025
Borussia Dortmund are negotiating with Chelsea over the permanent signing of Carney Chukwuemeka, following the midfielder’s loan spell in Germany last season.
The 21-year-old still has three years left on his Chelsea contract but is expected to move on permanently. Dortmund are keen to keep the player after a promising loan campaign.
Fabio Vieira (Arsenal)
August 2025
Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart are in discussions with Arsenal over the signing of Portuguese midfielder Fabio Vieira, who has two years left on his current contract.
Vieira spent last season on loan at Porto and appears surplus to requirements at Arsenal. Stuttgart are exploring a permanent move as talks continue between both clubs.
Regis Le Bris (Sunderland)
August 2025
Sunderland have announced that head coach Regis Le Bris has signed a long-term contract extension, committing his future to the club until the summer of 2028.
Le Bris praised the unity across the club and said the collective ambition to grow stronger was key to his decision. He highlighted strong connections with staff, players, and fans as driving factors.
Joao Palhinha (Bayern Munich > Tottenham)
July 2025
Tottenham have signed Joao Palhinha on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich, paying a £4.4m fee and covering his £8.7m salary. The deal includes a £27m option to buy.
Palhinha returns to the Premier League a year after leaving Fulham. He cited manager Thomas Frank’s influence as key to the move and hopes to debut against Bayern in Spurs’ pre-season match at the Allianz Arena.
Marc Guiu (Chelsea > Sunderland)
July 2025
Marc Guiu’s loan move from Chelsea to Sunderland remains on track despite his flight being delayed. The 19-year-old is still expected to finalize his season-long switch soon.
Guiu’s medical was scheduled for Monday but is yet to be confirmed. Both clubs have agreed on the deal, with Sunderland set to add the former Barcelona striker as their ninth summer signing.
Jorrel Hato (Ajax > Chelsea)
July 2025
Chelsea have completed the signing of 19-year-old defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax in a deal worth £38.5m. He has signed a seven-year contract and becomes Chelsea’s eighth summer signing.
The Netherlands international joins to bolster Enzo Maresca’s youthful squad and provide cover at left-back. Ajax had hoped to keep him another year, but Hato pushed for the move to take the next step in his career.
Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
July 2025
Newcastle are negotiating with RB Leipzig over the structure of a €75m + €5m add-ons deal for striker Benjamin Sesko. Manchester United are also in contact with Leipzig as the race intensifies.
Sesko missed Leipzig’s friendly vs. Atalanta, having informed teammates of his planned departure. His agent met with the club Saturday night, with both Newcastle and United pushing for a late breakthrough.
Callum Wilson (Newcastle United > West Ham United)
July 2025
West Ham have signed 33-year-old striker Callum Wilson on a one-year deal after he left Newcastle following the expiry of his contract at the end of June.
Wilson joins as a free agent, citing the club’s ambition and work ethic. Head coach Graham Potter praised his Premier League experience and character. A formal announcement has been made by the club.
Tyler Morton (Liverpool)
July 2025
Lyon are negotiating a potential deal with Liverpool for 22-year-old midfielder Tyler Morton, with the transfer possibly valued at around £15 million.
Morton has attracted multiple enquiries this summer from clubs across the UK and Europe, including Braga, Ipswich, Strasbourg, and West Ham. Talks with Lyon are currently the most advanced.
