Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
July 2025
Manchester United’s chase for Bryan Mbeumo has stalled after Brentford raised their asking price to £70 million. United are unwilling to exceed £65 million and may need player sales to increase their offer.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has taken a firm stance on not overpaying. While Mbeumo favors a move to United, Brentford’s valuation shift has complicated talks, with Spurs also monitoring the situation.
Wayne Hennessey
July 2025
Veteran goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey has officially announced his retirement. The Wales international made over 150 appearances for Wolves and earned 100+ caps for his country across a career that spanned nearly two decades.
Hennessey’s career included stops at Crystal Palace, Burnley, and Nottingham Forest. He retires as one of Wales’ most-capped players and a respected figure in British football.
Granit Xhaka (Bayer Leverkusen)
July 2025
Sunderland are exploring a bold move to sign Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka. The 32-year-old, who has three years left on his contract, could be allowed to leave this transfer window.
Sunderland view Xhaka as a leader to anchor their Premier League return. They face strong competition from Saudi clubs, but are optimistic due to his experience and status as a recent Bundesliga winner.
Mamadou Doumbia (Watford)
July 2025
Watford have turned down a £10 million bid from Burnley for 19-year-old striker Mamadou Doumbia. The club are in talks to offer him an improved contract and have no intention of selling this summer.
Doumbia is a key part of Paulo Pezzolano’s plans, and Watford are keen to retain their top talents amid rising interest. Contract talks are progressing as the club looks to ward off future bids.
Dereck Lively II (Dallas Mavericks)
July 2025
Mavericks center Dereck Lively II has undergone surgery to clean up bone spurs in his right foot. He is expected to be fully healthy and available for training camp in September.
Lively missed significant time last season with a stress fracture in the same ankle. Despite early injury struggles, he remains a core piece in a frontcourt featuring Anthony Davis and No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg.
Sam Morsy (Kuwait FC > Ipswich Town)
July 2025
Ipswich captain Sam Morsy is set to join Kuwait FC on a free transfer. The 33-year-old is flying to the Middle East after being offered life-changing terms for him and his family.
Ipswich previously agreed not to block any offers from Middle Eastern clubs. Morsy had one year left on his contract but will depart without a fee, fulfilling a gentleman’s agreement with the club.
Sean Longstaff (Newcastle United > Leeds United)
July 2025
Leeds United have agreed a fee exceeding £12 million to sign midfielder Sean Longstaff from Newcastle. He’s set to become Leeds’ fifth summer signing as they prepare for Premier League football.
The 27-year-old is in his final contract year and was pursued through multiple bids. Newcastle benefit from full profit under PSR rules, while Leeds gain a seasoned Premier League player.
Thiago Almada (Botafogo > Atlético Madrid)
July 2025
Atlético Madrid have reached an agreement with Botafogo to sign Argentina international Thiago Almada for €15–20m. The move awaits a medical and contract signing in the coming days.
Almada impressed on loan at Lyon and previously set the MLS record transfer fee. His arrival may replace Rodrigo De Paul, who is in talks for a move to Inter Miami this summer.
Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
July 2025
Jude Bellingham will undergo surgery on his left shoulder in London and is expected to be sidelined for 10–12 weeks. He has battled this injury since dislocating it in November 2023.
Despite bracing through the 2024 season, Bellingham opted for surgery post-Club World Cup. He’ll miss up to eight LaLiga games and the Champions League group stage but should return by October.
Mark Travers (Bournemouth > Everton)
July 2025
Everton have signed goalkeeper Mark Travers from Bournemouth on a four-year deal for £4m plus add-ons. The 26-year-old Republic of Ireland international becomes Everton’s third summer signing.
Travers made 82 appearances for the Cherries and had loan spells at several clubs including Middlesbrough and Stoke. He joins to bolster Everton’s goalkeeping depth alongside signings Charly Alcaraz and Thierno Barry.
