Santiago Giménez (AC Milan)
August 2025
Giménez praised coach Massimiliano Allegri and new teammate Luka Modrić after scoring in preseason against Leeds. The Mexican striker joined training on August 4, hailing Modrić’s winning pedigree as a motivator for Milan to bounce back from last season’s eighth-place finish.
Antony (Manchester United)
August 2025
Antony is refusing all offers except a move back to Real Betis, rejecting Benfica and Saudi Pro League bids. United are struggling to offload the winger, with Betis delaying negotiations to secure a late loan deal on favourable terms. Antony shone at Betis last season.
Gareth Bale
August 2025
Bale’s £40m bid to buy Cardiff City was rejected, but a new improved offer has been made to owner Vincent Tan. Bale aims to replicate Wrexham’s Hollywood-backed success and return Cardiff to the Premier League. Talks are ongoing as Cardiff struggle in League One.
Manchester United supporters’ group 1958
August 17, 2025
he 1958 postponed a planned protest against INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ownership before the Arsenal game after a survey showed fans were split. The group cited unity, timing, and avoiding “red on red” conflict as reasons, stressing focus on long-term fan interests over short-term issues like signings or facilities.
Carlos Baleba (Brighton & Hove Albion)
August 2025
Manchester United’s pursuit of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba faces resistance, with Brighton demanding a huge fee. Manager Ruben Amorim views the 21-year-old as a “dream” fit for United’s midfield. Talks with Baleba’s camp have been positive, but Brighton are unwilling to sell unless an exceptional bid arrives.
Jack Grealish (Manchester City)
August 2025
Everton have agreed a season-long loan for Grealish with a £50m option to buy next summer. The England winger made just seven league starts last season, falling out of favour under Pep Guardiola. He joins David Moyes’ squad seeking more game time and a career revival.
Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United)
August 2025
Hojlund has turned down a move to AC Milan, insisting he wants to fight for his place at Manchester United despite being told he is not in their plans. Milan agreed terms with United, but the Dane views staying as a matter of pride. Sporting director Igli Tare remains in England hoping Hojlund reconsiders before the transfer window closes.
Kingsley Coman (Bayern Munich)
August 2025
Coman is set to join Al-Nassr for just under €30m on a three-year deal, linking up with Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League. Reduced playing time under Vincent Kompany and Luis Diaz’s arrival prompted the move. For Bayern, it eases wages and aids squad restructuring; for Al-Nassr, it adds another Champions League winner to a growing star-studded attack.
Randal Kolo Muani (Paris Saint-Germain)
August 2025
uventus agreed a €10m loan with a €30–35m option to buy for Kolo Muani, but must sell players to fund the fee. Chelsea, Newcastle, and Manchester United remain interested. The French striker impressed on loan last season with 10 goal contributions in 19 games. PSG want €45m for a permanent sale, but Juve’s deal delays most payments. Player prioritises Turin return despite Premier League interest.
Malick Thiaw (AC Milan)
August 2025
Newcastle United are set to sign Malick Thiaw for €35m plus €5m in bonuses, with the defender due for a medical before completing the move. Targeted since 2024, Thiaw impressed Eddie Howe in a Champions League clash. He follows Anthony Elanga and Aaron Ramsdale as major summer arrivals after Newcastle missed out on several high-profile targets.
