FOOTBALL

Mbappé Discharged from Hospital, to Rejoin Real Madrid Camp

Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
June 2025

Kylian Mbappé has been released from a Miami hospital following treatment for acute gastroenteritis and will gradually resume team activities with Real Madrid after missing their Club World Cup opener against Al Hilal due to illness.
Madrid confirmed he had been admitted earlier in the week with a fever. Although he missed training and the Al Hilal game, he’s now under medical supervision and will rejoin team activities progressively once his condition stabilizes.

Nico Williams Agrees Terms with Barça Until 2031

Nico Williams (FC Barcelona)
June 2025 (deal pending)

Nico Williams has agreed personal terms on a six-year contract with Barcelona, running until June 2031, worth €7–8m net per season.
The deal now depends on Barça finalizing terms with Athletic Club. The winger was a key transfer target and is expected to play a major role under the new project.

Willy Boly Signs One-Year Extension with Nottingham Forest

Willy Boly (Nottingham Forest)
June 2025

Nottingham Forest have confirmed a one-year contract extension for 34-year-old defender Willy Boly, who joined from Wolves in 2022.
Boly’s leadership and experience were praised by club officials, highlighting his role in last season’s success. He remains a key locker room figure heading into 2025–26.

Newcastle Plot Move to Rescue Rashford from United

Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
June 2025

Newcastle are preparing a bid to sign Marcus Rashford, who faces an uncertain future at Manchester United unless he secures a summer move.
Rashford, 27, is not seen as a replacement for Isak but as a high-impact option. Newcastle hope to benefit from his rising form following a strong loan spell at Aston Villa.

Partey Set to Leave Arsenal as Contract Talks Collapse

Thomas Partey (Arsenal)
Leaving June 30, 2025

Thomas Partey is expected to leave Arsenal when his contract expires at the end of June, with no progress in renewal talks.
A source confirmed negotiations are at a complete standstill. The 32-year-old has interest from Turkish clubs and Barcelona. Partey joined Arsenal in 2020 and made over 160 appearances.

Sheffield United Appoint Selles After Wilder Exit

Chris Wilder > Rubén Sellés (Sheffield United)
June 2025

Sheffield United have appointed Rubén Sellés as manager on a three-year deal, shortly after parting ways with Chris Wilder by mutual consent.
Sellés, recently sacked by Hull City despite avoiding relegation, brings Championship experience and a track record of stabilizing clubs. He previously managed Reading and Southampton.

Norwich Sign Goalkeeper Moulden as Squad Depth Increases

Louie Moulden (Crystal Palace > Norwich City)
June 2025

Norwich have signed 23-year-old goalkeeper Louie Moulden on a free transfer following the expiry of his Crystal Palace contract.
Moulden is expected to serve as back-up alongside Dan Grimshaw. Norwich are reinforcing their goalkeeping options ahead of the new Championship season.

Arsenal to Hand Lewis-Skelly Major New Deal

Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal)
June 2025

Arsenal are close to signing Myles Lewis-Skelly to a new long-term contract that will make him one of the world’s highest-paid young players, fending off interest from Real Madrid.
The 17-year-old midfielder will earn a substantial pay rise from his 2023 pro deal. Manager Mikel Arteta played a major role in convincing him to stay, with his mother, Marcia Lewis, negotiating the extension.

Bernardo Silva to Stay at City, May Become Captain

Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)
June 2025

Bernardo Silva has confirmed he will stay at Manchester City for the 2025–26 season, turning down interest from Al Hilal and others.
Entering the final year of his contract, Silva looks set to wear the captain’s armband. Despite links with a move, he remains committed to continuing at the Etihad.

Aston Villa Will Listen to £40m Offers for Ramsey

Jacob Ramsey (Aston Villa)
June 2025

Aston Villa are open to selling midfielder Jacob Ramsey this summer if offers around £40 million arrive, despite his contract running until 2027.
Ramsey, 24, contributed four goals and five assists in 45 appearances last season. Villa are considering trimming their midfield amid strong squad depth.