Malick Thiaw (AC Milan > Newcastle)
August 2025
Newcastle secured Thiaw for £30.3m plus add-ons, making him their second permanent signing after Elanga. The 24-year-old Germany defender strengthens a back line hit by Sven Botman’s injury and Lloyd Kelly’s departure, wearing the No.12 shirt.
Luis Enrique (PSG)
August 2025
Enrique confirmed he turned down Spurs’ managerial job before they appointed Ange Postecoglou, who later won the Europa League but was sacked. The Spaniard instead joined PSG, leading them to a historic treble including their first Champions League title, and his second career treble.
Yves Bissouma (Tottenham)
August 2025
New Spurs boss Thomas Frank axed Bissouma from the squad for repeated lateness, despite his key role in last season’s Europa League triumph. The 28-year-old had already faced discipline issues under Ange Postecoglou and now risks losing his spot, especially with Joao Palhinha joining on loan from Bayern Munich.
Tyler Adams (Bournemouth)
August 2025
Adams says last season’s limited return from long-term injury restored his confidence, and he’s targeting a full push this season after missing 47 games since joining in 2023. The 26-year-old enjoyed a strong pre-season, gained fresh insight with the USMNT under Mauricio Pochettino, and feels ready to push his development to the next level.
Victor Lindelof
August 2025
Bayer Leverkusen are in talks to sign free agent Lindelof, with Ten Hag personally making the pitch. Following Jonathan Tah’s exit, Leverkusen seek an experienced leader. Lindelof, 31, made 67 appearances under Ten Hag at Manchester United.
Jack Grealish (Manchester City)
August 2025
Grealish completed a medical ahead of a shock Everton move, sacrificing significant wages to revive his career before the 2026 World Cup. Limited to seven league starts last season, the midfielder was convinced by David Moyes that Everton can help him regain form. Option to buy set at £50m.
Crystal Palace
August 2025
Palace issued a scathing statement after CAS upheld their ban from the Europa League, forcing them into the Conference League. The club accused UEFA of unfair rule enforcement and bias towards multi-club ownerships, calling the ruling a blow to smaller clubs’ ambitions.
Dusan Vlahovic (Juventus)
August 2025
Vlahovic is ready to spend the season on the bench, refusing to give up his €12m net salary. Juve want to sell him to fund Randal Kolo Muani’s move. Offers from Fenerbahce, Saudi clubs, and AC Milan have been rejected. Juve value him at €20m but face stalled negotiations with Milan.
Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
August 2025
Lookman has gone on strike to push for a move to Inter, rejecting Arsenal, Napoli, and Atletico bids. Atalanta want Inter to raise their offer. No asking price has been set, but talks with Inter stalled over valuation. Lookman, a Europa League final hat-trick hero, is skipping training to force the transfer.
Leeds United
August 2025
Leeds are monitoring Fulham’s Rodrigo Muniz, with Mehdi Taremi and Josh Sargent also on their list. Boss Daniel Farke says the team is “not ready” offensively for the Premier League and needs quality reinforcements to avoid relegation. Atalanta also want Muniz.
