Borussia Dortmund, PSV Eindhoven and Joey Veerman
Sunday

Borussia Dortmund have decided to trigger the €22m release clause in PSV midfielder Joey Veerman’s contract. The 27-year-old Netherlands international is scheduled for a medical on Monday and is expected to sign a deal running through 2031 if he passes.

Veerman has openly wanted a major move after winning multiple domestic trophies with PSV, and Dortmund have now converted their interest into a concrete transfer step. Triggering the clause removes the need for further fee negotiations with the Dutch champions.

Aston Villa, Parma and Zion Suzuki
Sunday

Aston Villa have reached an agreement to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in a deal worth an initial €30m plus up to €5m in add-ons. The Japan international agreed a five-year contract after his proposed move to Paris Saint-Germain collapsed.

Villa moved quickly after PSG withdrew over late commission demands and have begun exchanging documents with Parma. Suzuki’s arrival could also accelerate Emiliano Martinez’s departure, with Juventus continuing negotiations for Argentina’s first-choice goalkeeper before the transfer window closes.

Bayern Munich, Joao Palhinha, Aston Villa and Newcastle United
Sunday

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl says the club could accept a loan deal for Joao Palhinha if the financial package is strong enough. His comments clarify Bayern’s position after Aston Villa failed to reach an agreement for the Portugal midfielder.

Eberl said any move must work for Bayern, Palhinha and the buying club, leaving several structures possible rather than requiring an outright sale. Newcastle have now emerged as another interested Premier League club as Bayern seek a suitable exit.

Coventry City, Nottingham Forest and Taiwo Awoniyi
Sunday

Coventry City have agreed a deal worth about £17m for Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi. The 29-year-old Nigeria international is expected to complete the move before Coventry begin their first Premier League campaign in 25 years against Arsenal.

Awoniyi has fallen behind Chris Wood and Igor Jesus at Forest after scoring 23 goals in 103 appearances. Coventry need another striker with Haji Wright injured, making the former Forest record signing an important addition before their top-flight return.

Manchester City, Barcelona and Rodri
Saturday

Manchester City have rejected Barcelona’s third offer for Rodri as negotiations continue over the Spain midfielder. City remain fixed on an €80m valuation after previously turning down proposals around €50m and €70m, while Rodri prefers a Barcelona move.

The third rejection is a concrete escalation in a transfer saga that remains unresolved. Barcelona must decide whether to meet City’s valuation or walk away, while City risk eventually losing Rodri for nothing when his contract expires next year.

Paris Saint-Germain, Ajax and Mika Godts
Saturday

Paris Saint-Germain have officially signed Belgium winger Mika Godts from Ajax in a deal worth up to €55m. The 21-year-old has signed a five-year contract after producing 17 goals and 13 assists during his breakout Eredivisie campaign last season.

PSG completed the transfer after Ajax rejected two earlier bids, eventually agreeing €45m guaranteed plus €10m in add-ons. Godts strengthens Luis Enrique’s attacking options amid continued uncertainty over Bradley Barcola and becomes another major summer arrival in Paris.