Hugo Ekitike (Eintracht Frankfurt)
July 2025
Liverpool have submitted a €90m package—€80m upfront plus €10m in add-ons—for striker Hugo Ekitike. The player has reportedly agreed to join if a deal is reached between the clubs.
Talks escalated over 48 hours following Newcastle’s failed bid. Frankfurt have yet to respond officially, but Liverpool’s offer is seen as competitive and Ekitike favours a Premier League move.
Noni Madueke (Arsenal)
Early August 2025
Arsenal confirmed that £52m signing Noni Madueke will link up with the squad in early August after extended time off following Chelsea’s Club World Cup campaign.
Madueke could debut during Arsenal’s friendlies against Villarreal and Athletic Club. The Gunners begin their Premier League season on August 17 against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Yoane Wissa (Brentford)
July 2025
Brentford striker Yoane Wissa wants to leave the club this summer despite their attempts to offer a new contract. He’s entering the final year of his deal with a club option for an extra year.
Wissa is open to joining Newcastle, Tottenham, or Nottingham Forest—three clubs playing in Europe next season. He scored 20 goals last season, one short of team-mate Bryan Mbeumo.
Anton Stach (Hoffenheim > Leeds United)
July 2025
Newly promoted Leeds United have agreed to sign midfielder Anton Stach from Hoffenheim for a minimum of £17.4m. Stach becomes the club’s second major summer signing after Sean Longstaff.
Leeds intensified negotiations in recent days and secured the versatile 26-year-old, who can play both as a defensive midfielder and centre-back. He is expected to join their US pre-season tour.
Takehiro Tomiyasu (Arsenal)
July 2025
Takehiro Tomiyasu says his Arsenal exit was a mutual decision, allowing him to focus on personal rehabilitation after a difficult injury-plagued season where he played only five minutes in 2024-25.
Tomiyasu revealed to DAZN Japan that he and the club agreed it was best for both sides to part ways. He cited stress, long-term injury, and lack of game time as key factors behind the decision.
Victor Osimhen (Napoli)
July 2025
Napoli have left Victor Osimhen out of their pre-season training camp, intensifying speculation over his future. The Nigeria striker is linked with a return to Galatasaray, where he spent last season on loan.
The omission signals a potential transfer is near. Napoli have not issued a formal explanation, but reports suggest advanced talks are underway with Galatasaray, who remain front-runners to re-sign him permanently.
Marcus Smart (Washington Wizards > Los Angeles Lakers)
July 2025
Marcus Smart has agreed to a buyout with the Wizards and will sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers, including a 2026 player option. He rejoins a playoff-caliber roster after two injury-hit seasons.
Luka Doncic personally recruited Smart to the Lakers, who prioritized a defensive guard after losing Dorian Finney-Smith. The Lakers will waive Shake Milton to open a roster spot for Smart, filling a critical defensive gap.
James Trafford (Burnley)
July 2025
Manchester City are in talks with Burnley to re-sign goalkeeper James Trafford, aiming to negotiate below their £40m buy-back clause. Trafford originally joined Burnley in 2023 and is now being pursued by multiple clubs.
With City showing renewed interest, Burnley would need a replacement if Trafford departs. City’s Stefan Ortega is among the names Burnley are evaluating. Newcastle have also previously shown interest in Trafford.
Josh Sargent (Norwich City)
July 2025
Wolfsburg have submitted a £21m bid for Norwich striker Josh Sargent. Both clubs are reportedly close to an agreement, with negotiations ongoing over the structure and final terms of the deal.
Norwich had been seeking around £20m, and Sky Sports previously confirmed interest from Wolfsburg and Burnley. Wolfsburg’s latest bid meets Norwich’s valuation, pushing talks toward conclusion.
