Sverre Halseth Nypan (Rosenborg)
April 2025
Aston Villa are reportedly in pole position to sign highly rated teenage midfielder Sverre Halseth Nypan, ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City.
The Times reports Villa have made significant progress in negotiations, with their clear development plan giving them an edge over rival Premier League clubs chasing the Norwegian talent.
Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
April 2025
Christopher Nkunku reportedly believes his time at Chelsea is over and is awaiting the club’s decision on potential summer exit options.
After a disappointing, injury-hit spell, Nkunku is open to leaving, with Chelsea now exploring possible destinations to offload the attacker ahead of the 2025–26 season.
Santiago Muñoz (Sporting Kansas City)
April 2025
Former Liga MX and Newcastle forward Santiago Muñoz has joined Sporting Kansas City on loan with a purchase option, aiming to revitalize his career after a poor season with Santos Laguna.
Muñoz made just 12 appearances in Clausura 2025 without scoring. He joins a struggling SKC side under interim coach Kerry Zavagnin, and remains eligible to represent either Mexico or the USMNT internationally.
Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain)
April 2025 (Ligue 1 match vs Nantes)
Achraf Hakimi was left out of PSG’s squad for their 1-1 draw with Nantes, prompting speculation ahead of their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal.
French reports confirmed Hakimi was rested by coach Luis Enrique as part of planned rotation. The Moroccan star is injury-free and being preserved for key fixtures in Europe and domestic competition.
Dai Yongge (Reading FC)
April 2025
Reading owner Dai Yongge has been given until May 5 to complete the club’s sale after being disqualified under the EFL’s owners’ and directors’ test.
The EFL extended the deadline due to progress in talks with a buyer, reportedly ex-Wycombe owner Rob Couhig. The unnamed buyer will cover club finances during the transition.
Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
April 2025
Matheus Cunha is attracting interest from five Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Arsenal, and Aston Villa, with Saudi sides also ready to trigger his £64m release clause.
Cunha is open to joining United, whom he admires, and will leave Wolves this summer if the clause is met. Talks have already begun with several potential suitors.
Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
April 2025
Florian Wirtz reportedly wants to join Manchester City if he leaves Leverkusen, despite strong interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Pep Guardiola has told Wirtz he’s the heir to De Bruyne. His €150m valuation may deter some clubs unless Xabi Alonso moves to Madrid, opening the door there.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
April 2025
Arsenal have opened talks to sign Viktor Gyökeres, who has scored an incredible 47 goals in 46 games this season and is valued at around £55m.
Gyökeres has overtaken Sesko and Osimhen as Arsenal’s top striker target. The Gunners are pushing to complete the deal before rivals step in.
Diogo Costa (FC Porto)
April 2025
Manchester United are leading the chase for Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa, with Manchester City also interested in the €75m-rated Portugal international.
United scouted Costa during Porto’s match vs Famalicão. City are ready to offer €58m, but Porto hope to spark a bidding war after the Club World Cup.
Franco Mastantuono (River Plate)
April 2025
Manchester United are eyeing 17-year-old River Plate midfielder Franco Mastantuono, who has a £38m release clause and is eligible to move to England after turning 18 in August.
Compared to Phil Foden, Mastantuono has scored 3 goals in 12 games this year. He’s also attracting interest from Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, and Inter, with a senior Argentina call-up expected in June.
