Khris Middleton (Washington Wizards)
June 2025
Khris Middleton has exercised his $33.3 million player option for the 2025–26 season, confirming his return to the Washington Wizards for a second year following his trade from Milwaukee.
Despite injury setbacks, the veteran remains a reliable scorer and playmaker. He averaged 19 points and 6.4 assists per 36 minutes last season, with a 58.8 true shooting percentage—third-best of his career.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
June 2025
Tyrese Haliburton tore his right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against Oklahoma City and is expected to miss the entire 2025–26 season, pending recovery after surgery.
Haliburton collapsed without contact while driving, just days after playing through a calf strain. The injury overshadowed Indiana’s title hopes and ended a legendary postseason run, where he set franchise assist records and hit multiple clutch game-winners.
Moise Kean (Fiorentina)
June 2025
Manchester United are targeting Fiorentina striker Moise Kean, who has a €52 million release clause valid between July 1–15. Kean scored 25 goals in 44 appearances last season, his best career form.
United are exploring striker options and view Kean as a prime candidate, but face competition from Saudi club Al Qadsiah, who are prepared to activate the clause once eligible. Kean’s prolific season has reignited top-level interest.
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Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns > Houston Rockets) Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks (Phoenix Suns > Houston Rockets)
Announced June 2025, effective July 6
The Phoenix Suns have agreed to trade 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 draft, and five second-round picks.
Durant joins a rising Rockets squad led by Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson. The deal was one of his preferred outcomes. Houston improves title odds to +850. The Suns pivot to a youth rebuild, adding shooting and grit with Green and Brooks.
Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)
June 2025
Chelsea have no intention of selling striker Nicolas Jackson despite interest from Saudi and European clubs, affirming he remains a key part of their long-term plans.
Jackson, under contract until 2033, will compete with new signing Delap for the No. 9 role. The club considers him vital to their squad structure and will only entertain exceptional offers.
Paul Pogba
June 2025
Despite positive discussions, Paul Pogba has not yet agreed a deal to join Monaco. Talks will continue this week as the 32-year-old remains a free agent.
Pogba, banned for doping until mid-2025, terminated his Juventus contract last November. Monaco are interested, but a final agreement has not been reached. Pogba hasn’t played since November 2024.
Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)
June 2025
Alejandro Garnacho has fueled exit speculation after posting a holiday photo in an Aston Villa shirt bearing Rashford’s name, following a lack of minutes in United’s Europa League final loss.
United declined to comment on reports that coach Ruben Amorim told Garnacho to seek a move. His post-final comments and reduced role have added to doubts over his future at Old Trafford.
Kenny Tete (Fullham)
June 2025
Everton are in discussions to sign Dutch right-back Kenny Tete on a free transfer once his Fulham contract expires at the end of June, though no agreement has been finalized yet.
Fulham had offered Tete a new contract in an effort to retain him, but the 28-year-old appears ready to move on. Everton are negotiating terms but still have work to do before sealing the deal.
