Hayato Inamura (Albirex Niigata)
June 2025
Celtic are finalising a deal to sign Albirex Niigata centre-back Hayato Inamura. The 23-year-old is expected to arrive in the UK this week for a medical before completing his move.
Inamura featured in a J1 League match on Sunday and is now set to complete paperwork in Glasgow. Celtic are confident the move will be wrapped up within days to bolster their defence.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Everton)
June 2025
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has announced he will leave Everton as his contract expires. The 27-year-old striker becomes a free agent after nearly a decade with the club and is ready to seek new opportunities.
In a heartfelt message, Calvert-Lewin thanked Everton and its fans, saying the club shaped him as a player and a man. He cited careful consideration with his family before deciding to pursue a new challenge.
Jarell Quansah (Liverpool > Bayer Leverkusen)
June 2025 (medical on Monday)
Liverpool have agreed to sell Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen for €30M plus €5M add-ons. The 22-year-old centre-back signs a five-year deal with a buyback clause.
Quansah struggled under new coach Arne Slot after a strong 2023–24 season. Leverkusen, needing a replacement for Jonathan Tah, acted fast after tracking Quansah throughout the U21 Euros.
Paul Pogba (AS Monaco)
June 2025
Paul Pogba has signed a two-year deal with AS Monaco after serving an 18-month doping ban and leaving Juventus. He returns to Ligue 1 aiming to revive his career at age 32.
Pogba’s Juventus contract was terminated following his positive DHEA test. Monaco signed him on a free transfer, and the emotional midfielder is eager to re-establish himself in top-flight football.
Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund > Chelsea)
June 2025
Chelsea have reached a €65 million agreement to sign 20-year-old winger Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. Gittens will sign a seven-year deal but is cup-tied and won’t feature at the Club World Cup.
Chelsea previously had two bids rejected before agreeing on terms during Club World Cup talks in the U.S. Gittens joins Chelsea’s ex-Man City contingent and strengthens their youth-focused rebuild under the new project.
Habib Diarra (Strasbourg > Sunderland)
June 2025
Sunderland have reached a club-record agreement to sign midfielder Habib Diarra from Strasbourg for £30m total. The 20-year-old Senegalese star is seen as a direct replacement for Jobe Bellingham, who recently departed the club.
The deal includes £27m upfront and £3m in add-ons. Diarra chose Sunderland over Leeds and others. He is expected to undergo a medical and sign shortly, funded entirely by the Bellingham transfer proceeds.
David Alaba (Real Madrid)
June 2025
Real Madrid have confirmed that David Alaba has suffered a new calf injury, ruling him out of their upcoming Club World Cup fixtures. This follows his previous meniscus injury, which already sidelined him for months.
Alaba, 33, hasn’t featured in Madrid’s last three games and continues recovering post-surgery. Xabi Alonso stated the team will be patient with his return. He joins several other Madrid stars on the injury list for the tournament.
Tom Heaton (Manchester United)
June 2025
Manchester United have extended Tom Heaton’s contract until 2026. The 39-year-old veteran goalkeeper remains with the club despite limited appearances, offering depth and experience in United’s goalkeeping roster.
Heaton, re-signed in 2021, has made just three appearances but provides reliable backup. United opted for continuity amid goalkeeper reshuffling, especially as Dean Henderson and others face uncertain futures.
Freddie Woodman (Preston)
June 2025
Liverpool have secured goalkeeper Freddie Woodman on a free transfer. The 28-year-old will officially join after his Preston contract expires at the end of June, strengthening Liverpool’s goalkeeper options heading into the new season.
Woodman, formerly with Newcastle and England U21, joins Anfield with experience and no fee involved. Liverpool confirmed the deal early to prepare for pre-season integration and as part of broader summer recruitment.
João Pedro (Brighton & Hove Albion)
June 2025
Brighton have turned down a £50m bid from Newcastle for João Pedro. Despite long-standing interest, the offer fell short of Brighton’s valuation. Chelsea are also monitoring the forward, who is open to a summer move.
Newcastle advanced talks this week but failed to meet Brighton’s asking price. Pedro, 23, wants to be a first-choice starter at his next club. Brighton are open to selling, but only for a significantly higher fee.
