Joshua Zirkzee (Manchester United)
Summer 2025
Inter Milan are planning a move for Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee, who they see as a complementary profile to Martínez and Thuram.
The deal is expected to be a loan with a conditional purchase obligation. Inter believe Zirkzee’s style suits Serie A more than the Premier League.
Tom Cairney (Fulham)
Summer 2025
Wrexham aim to sign experienced Premier League players like Fulham’s Tom Cairney to boost their squad for another promotion. Cairney is out of contract in July unless Fulham extend.
If Cairney signs a new deal, Wrexham may have to break their transfer record to secure him. The club’s owners are eager to sustain their rapid rise.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
End of 2024/25 season
Manchester United have set a £40m price tag for Marcus Rashford, who is expected to leave permanently this summer after a loan at Aston Villa. Rashford is not tied to any first-refusal clause for Villa.
Villa can secure him for £40m but face competition, as other clubs including Barcelona are monitoring his situation. Rashford prefers Champions League football and has ruled out a London move.
Ruben Selles (Hull City)
May 2025
Hull City have parted ways with head coach Ruben Selles, who helped the club avoid relegation from the Championship this season.
Despite securing safety, Hull’s board opted for change, making Selles the third coach sacked by the club within the past 12 months as they aim for stability and long-term direction.
Jeremie Frimpong (Bayer Leverkusen)
Summer 2025
Liverpool are expected to trigger Jeremie Frimpong’s €35m (£29.5m) release clause. The versatile defender is keen on the move and is highly rated by incoming manager Arne Slot.
Frimpong’s ability to play at right-back and right wing suits Liverpool’s tactical plans. His familiarity with Dutch teammates aids the transition. Celtic, his former club, hold a sell-on clause worth around £5m.
Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth), Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
Summer 2025, before the Club World Cup
Real Madrid have reached an agreement to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for £50m and are also finalizing a deal for Álvaro Carreras from Benfica for €60m. Huijsen has agreed to a five-year contract, while Carreras is set for six years.
Madrid triggered Huijsen’s release clause after quickly securing his commitment post-Barcelona loss. Attempts to include players were rejected by Bournemouth. Talks for Carreras accelerated due to his strong links with manager-in-waiting Xabi Alonso, who values the ex-United full-back highly.
Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia), Joel Ordóñez (Club Brugge)
Summer 2025
PSG are monitoring Valencia’s Cristhian Mosquera and Club Brugge’s Joel Ordóñez as defensive targets. Mosquera may be available at a lower fee due to Valencia’s financial needs.
While Mosquera could leave at a discount, Brugge are expected to demand up to €30m for Ordóñez after his standout European performances.
Eric Dier (Bayern Munich > AS Monaco)
Effective July 1, 2025
Monaco have confirmed the signing of Eric Dier on a free transfer. The England defender will sign a three-year deal running until June 2028.
Dier leaves Bayern after helping them win the Bundesliga. The 31-year-old joins Monaco following the expiry of his contract in Germany.
Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors)
May 2025
Green was fined $50,000 for making a comment referencing the 5.5-point spread during Game 3 vs. the Timberwolves, which the NBA deemed as questioning officiating integrity.
After fouling out late in the game, Green was seen mouthing “5.5” on camera as the Wolves led by eight. The game ended 102-97, narrowly within the spread. This adds to Green’s record $992,000 in career fines.
Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)
May 2025
After a 64-win season, the Cavs were eliminated 4-1 by the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Mitchell, averaging 34.2 PPG despite an ankle injury, was devastated post-game, saying the team “let the city down” but promised a return.
Cleveland lost all three home games and blew a 19-point lead in Game 5. Injuries to Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and De’Andre Hunter hampered their push. Coach Kenny Atkinson acknowledged improvement but said the team wasn’t physical or intense enough.
