Andre Onana (Manchester United)
July 2025
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is now expected to stay at the club this summer, despite being valued at £30 million amid transfer speculation and interest from abroad.
United are not prioritising a goalkeeper replacement in this window, and Onana reportedly wants to stay. His form and stability have reassured management following early-season criticism after joining from Inter Milan.
Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic)
July 2025
Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero has signed a five-year rookie max extension worth $239 million, potentially rising to $287 million with performance bonuses. The deal includes a rare player option in the 2030–31 season.
Banchero’s extension features supermax triggers tied to All-NBA, MVP, or DPOY honors. After a breakout year despite injury setbacks, he becomes the franchise cornerstone alongside Wagner, Suggs, and new addition Desmond Bane.
Gabriel Gudmundsson (Lille > Leeds United)
July 2025
Leeds United have agreed to sign Swedish left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson from Lille in a £10m deal, marking their fourth acquisition of the summer window.
The 26-year-old is expected to boost Leeds’ defensive depth as they prepare for the new Premier League season. The club acted swiftly to secure the versatile defender after lengthy scouting.
Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest > Newcastle United)
July 2025
Newcastle have agreed a £55m fee to sign winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest, with only final details and payment structure remaining before the deal is completed.
Elanga is expected to undergo a medical and finalise personal terms shortly. The 22-year-old is eager for Champions League football and views the move as a major step forward in his career.
Idrissa Gana Gueye (Everton)
July 2025
Everton midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has signed a new one-year contract with an option for another season, extending his second stint at the club after a standout 2024/25 campaign.
The 34-year-old Senegalese international earned the squad’s Player’s Player of the Year award. His experience and leadership were pivotal, and Everton acted swiftly to secure his services ahead of the new season.
Davide Calabria (Crystal Palace)
July 2025
Crystal Palace are leading the race to sign 28-year-old Davide Calabria on a free transfer after his AC Milan contract expired. The Italian full-back impressed during a loan stint at Bologna last season.
Palace face competition from Real Betis, Celta Vigo, and Mallorca, but are believed to have made the strongest approach. Calabria offers versatility on both flanks and could strengthen Palace’s depth ahead of the new campaign.
Callum Wilson (Newcastle United)
July 2025
Newcastle United have confirmed striker Callum Wilson will depart this summer after five seasons, 130 appearances, and 49 goals since his £19m move from Bournemouth in 2020.
Wilson released a farewell statement thanking the fans and club, reflecting on his time wearing the iconic No. 9 shirt and praising the progress made during his tenure. His next club has yet to be announced.
Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest)
July 2025
Ola Aina has extended his contract with Nottingham Forest until the summer of 2028, committing his future to the Premier League club two years after joining on a free transfer from Serie A side Torino.
The Nigeria international expressed his joy and sense of belonging at Forest, calling the club “home.” Aina’s renewal adds stability to Forest’s backline ahead of the new season under manager Nuno Espírito Santo.
Mikey Johnston (West Brom)
July 2025
Mikey Johnston’s £5m move from West Brom to Flamengo has broken down after backlash from Brazilian supporters. The Irish winger will remain with West Brom and join their preseason training camp in Austria this week instead.
Flamengo were set to complete the deal, but fans voiced strong opposition to Johnston’s signing. The Brazilian club is now likely to withdraw, and Johnston, though open to the move, is content staying in the Championship.
