Joan Garcia (Espanyol)
May 2025 (Ahead of Summer Transfer Window)
Arsenal are targeting Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia as a backup to David Raya, but face competition from Bournemouth, with the 23-year-old reportedly carrying a £17m release clause.
Mikel Arteta views Garcia as a reliable understudy, though Bournemouth’s potential goalkeeper search could spark a bidding battle ahead of the summer.
Xavi Hernandez (Tottenham Hotspur)
May 2025 (Ahead of Summer 2025 Managerial Changes)
Xavi has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham, amid rumours that the current Spurs boss could leave at season’s end, regardless of their Europa League outcome.
Xavi, out of work since leaving Barcelona in 2024 after winning LaLiga and the Super Cup in 2022/23, is reportedly the leading candidate should the north London club seek a managerial change.
Mohammed Kudus (West Ham United)
May 2025 (Ahead of Summer Transfer Window)
West Ham will listen to realistic offers for Mohammed Kudus despite a £125m release clause in his contract, which runs until 2028 with an option for an extra year.
The club is willing to negotiate a lower fee if a serious bid comes in for the 24-year-old winger, who has contributed four goals and two assists in the Premier League this season.
Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City)
May 2025 (Ongoing Transfer Talks)
Chicago Fire FC are in advanced talks to sign Man City star Kevin De Bruyne on a Designated Player contract as he prepares to leave the Premier League at season’s end.
With Inter Miami holding his discovery rights but currently maxed out on DPs, Chicago—with one DP slot available and strong ownership backing—emerged as the frontrunner, though other MLS clubs and European options remain in play.
Daniel Peretz (Bayern Munich)
May 2025
Hamburg have opened talks with Bayern Munich’s Daniel Peretz as they eye promotion to the Bundesliga, while Burnley are also keen to secure the 24-year-old goalkeeper.
Bayern are open to a move with a buy-back clause, and Vincent Kompany is prepared to let Peretz leave if it means regular first-team football.
Sean Longstaff (Newcastle United)
May 2025
Newly promoted Leeds and rivals Everton are set to battle for Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff, with a £10m offer expected to be enough for a summer transfer.
Longstaff has made 31 appearances for Newcastle this season, and Daniel Farke has identified him as a key reinforcement for Leeds’ Premier League return.
Ko Itakura (Borussia Monchengladbach)
May 2025
Bundesliga rivals Bayern and Dortmund are eyeing 28-year-old Ko Itakura as a defensive reinforcement, with Bayern viewing him as a possible replacement for Kim Min-Jae.
Dortmund’s interest was intensified after Nico Schlotterbeck’s meniscus injury, while Itakura’s 29 Bundesliga appearances have made him a standout option in Germany.
Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
May 2025
Chelsea have no intention of selling midfield stars Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo, despite interest from Real Madrid and Saudi clubs. Both remain central to the club’s long-term plans.
Fernández is under contract until 2031 after a £110m move from Benfica, while Caicedo signed an eight-year deal last summer worth up to £115m. Chelsea will focus instead on strengthening other positions this summer.
Adam Lallana (Southampton)
May 2025
Adam Lallana has served as assistant coach for Southampton’s last three matches, with his playing future unclear as his contract nears expiry and he hasn’t featured since March 8.
Interim boss Simon Rusk confirmed Lallana will continue in a coaching role for now, stating the decision to resume playing lies solely with the 36-year-old midfielder.
