Lawrence Shankland (Heart of Midlothian)
July 2025
Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland has re-signed with the club until 2028, ending months of speculation after becoming a free agent. He is now the club’s highest-paid player.
Manager Derek McInnes convinced Shankland to stay during pre-season in Spain. The striker has scored 68 goals in three seasons and remains a pivotal figure in Hearts’ European ambitions.
Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
July 2025
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva died in a car crash in Zamora, Spain. Their Lamborghini veered off-road and caught fire. Both were confirmed dead by Spanish authorities.
The crash likely resulted from a tire blowout. Jota, 28, was returning to England after medical advice not to fly post-surgery. Tributes poured in from Liverpool, UEFA, Ronaldo, and the Portuguese FA.
Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)
July 2025
Crystal Palace will not sell Eberechi Eze for less than his £68m release clause, despite growing interest from Arsenal in this transfer window.
Arsenal continue to explore terms, with Eze reportedly open to the move to fulfill his ambition of playing Champions League football. Palace remain firm unless the clause is met.
Dan James (Leeds United)
July 2025
Leeds winger Dan James has agreed to a new four-year contract that keeps him at the club until 2029. His previous deal was set to expire next summer.
Signed from Manchester United for £25m in 2021, James has impressed Leeds with his consistent performances and is now tied down long-term as part of their Premier League return plans.
Spencer Dinwiddie (Charlotte Hornets)
July 2025
Spencer Dinwiddie has signed a one-year deal with the Charlotte Hornets. He averaged 11 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds last season across 79 games, including 30 starts with Dallas.
Dinwiddie brings veteran leadership and scoring to the Hornets’ young core. Entering his 12th season, he’s expected to provide stability and experience in Charlotte’s rotation.
Dante Exum (Dallas Mavericks)
July 2025
Free agent guard Dante Exum has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Dallas Mavericks. He averaged 8.0 points and 2.8 assists over two injury-hit seasons with the team.
Exum rejoined Dallas after weighing offers from two contenders. He’ll help cover backcourt duties with D’Angelo Russell as Kyrie Irving recovers from injury until early 2026.
Deandre Ayton (Trail Blazers > Los Angeles Lakers)
July 2025
Free agent center Deandre Ayton has signed a two-year deal with the Lakers after finalizing a buyout with the Trail Blazers. He’ll earn $34 million next season and has a player option in Year 2.
Ayton chose the Lakers over several contenders after clearing waivers. He’ll anchor L.A.’s starting lineup alongside Luka Doncic, forming a top 2018 draft duo. He averaged 14.4 PPG and 10.2 RPG last season.
Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton)
July 2025
Kaoru Mitoma has informed Brighton of his desire to stay and sign a new deal. The Japan international is set for contract extension talks after rejecting interest from Al Nassr and Bayern.
Brighton want to reward Mitoma for his breakout season and consider him key under manager Fabian Hurzeler. Talks are planned to extend his contract, which currently runs until 2027.
Olivier Boscagli (PSV Eindhoven > Brighton)
July 2025
Brighton have signed French defender Olivier Boscagli on a free transfer from PSV Eindhoven. The 27-year-old made 30 appearances last season and brings versatility to the backline.
Brighton had previously seen a bid rejected for Boscagli last summer. The ex-PSV and Nice defender adds depth and experience after playing over 200 matches for the Dutch club.
Joe Rothwell (Bournemouth > Rangers)
July 2025
Rangers have signed midfielder Joe Rothwell from Bournemouth on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. The 30-year-old rejected LaLiga interest to reunite with Russell Martin in Scotland.
Rothwell made 39 appearances during a loan at Leeds last season, helping them earn Premier League promotion. His decision to join Rangers marks a reunion with former boss Martin.
