Kanya Fujimoto (Gil Vicente > Birmingham City)
July 2025
Birmingham City have signed Japanese midfielder Kanya Fujimoto on a free transfer after his contract with Gil Vicente expired.
Fujimoto signs a three-year deal, becoming the third Japanese player in the squad as Birmingham continue to strengthen for the new season.
Jhon Durán (Al Nassr > Fenerbahce)
July 2025
Fenerbahce have signed Colombian striker Jhon Durán on a one-year loan from Al Nassr, just six months after his €85m move from Aston Villa.
After 12 goals in 18 games in Saudi Arabia, Durán heads to Turkey under Jose Mourinho. Fenerbahce confirmed the agreement and welcomed him on social media.
Adil Aouchiche (Sunderland > Aberdeen)
July 2025
Sunderland midfielder Adil Aouchiche has joined Aberdeen on loan for the 2025/26 season, with a purchase option included.
The 22-year-old, who made 38 appearances for Sunderland, seeks more regular minutes after a short stint at Portsmouth last season.
Jonas Valanciunas (Sacramento Kings)
July 2025
Denver has informed Jonas Valanciunas he must honor the final two years of his contract after a pending trade from Sacramento. Greece’s Panathinaikos had expressed interest.
Valanciunas is expected to back up Nikola Jokic. Denver made it clear a buyout is off the table unless mutually agreed. The trade for Dario Saric is not yet official.
Jock Landale (Memphis Grizzlies)
July 2025
Free agent center Jock Landale has signed with the Grizzlies to bolster their depleted frontcourt following Jay Huff’s trade and multiple injuries.
With Zach Edey recovering from ankle surgery and Jaren Jackson Jr. out 12 weeks, Memphis turned to Landale, a strong screener and improving shooter, to fill the gap.
Cam Whitmore (Houston Rockets > Washington Wizards)
July 2025
The Rockets have traded Cam Whitmore to the Wizards in exchange for two second-round picks. Whitmore now returns to his Maryland roots for a bigger role in Washington.
Despite strong per-touch scoring, Whitmore struggled for minutes in Houston. The Rockets prioritized sending him to a team where he could develop. The Wizards continue a busy offseason with this latest move.
Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have completed the £51m signing of Spain midfielder Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, activating his release clause.
A pre-agreement was reached in March, giving Arsenal the edge over Real Madrid and Liverpool. Zubimendi impressed at Euro 2024 and joins former teammate Mikel Merino at the Emirates.
Noni Madueke (Chelsea > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have agreed a five-year contract with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, who is now a top target for the Gunners.
Madueke’s camp has accepted personal terms through 2030. Chelsea are expecting an official bid as Arsenal look to bolster their attack.
Noni Madueke (Chelsea)
July 2025
Chelsea are bracing for a formal bid from Arsenal for winger Noni Madueke, who has become a top target for the Gunners this window.
Arsenal have monitored Madueke since his PSV days and are now poised to act. The 23-year-old has five years left on his deal, and Chelsea manager Maresca stated unhappy players are free to leave.
Kyogo Furuhashi (Birmingham City)
July 2025
Birmingham have signed Japanese striker Kyogo Furuhashi from Rennes for up to £10m. He signs a three-year contract after only six appearances for the French side.
Kyogo, 30, previously starred for Celtic with 85 goals in 165 games. After limited action at Rennes, he moves to Birmingham to reignite his form and career.
