Transfers & Leaks

Spurs Yet to Decide on Mathys Tel Transfer

Mathys Tel (Tottenham Hotspur)
June 2024

Tottenham have not finalized a decision on exercising the £45m option to sign Mathys Tel permanently from Bayern Munich. The young forward’s future remains uncertain as Spurs assess their summer transfer priorities.
While Kevin Danso’s deal was made permanent, and Timo Werner returns to RB Leipzig, Spurs have yet to activate Tel’s clause. Other outgoings include Forster, Reguilon, and Whiteman, whose contracts end in June.

Everton Seal Permanent Deal for Charly Alcaraz

Charly Alcaraz (Everton)
Deal becomes permanent after June 2024

Everton have triggered a £12m buy clause to sign 22-year-old midfielder Charly Alcaraz from Flamengo after an impressive winter loan. He will officially join on a contract running until June 2027.
Alcaraz, formerly of Southampton and Juventus, contributed two goals and three assists in 16 games. Everton acted quickly to secure him permanently before other interest emerged, finalising terms before the loan expiration.

Kevin De Bruyne to Join Napoli on Free Transfer

Kevin De Bruyne (Napoli)
Expected completion post-June 2024

Napoli are finalizing a free transfer for Kevin De Bruyne after his Manchester City contract expires. The Belgian midfielder has reportedly agreed terms with documents to be exchanged as early as Sunday.
De Bruyne, free to talk to foreign clubs since January, is expected to undergo a medical soon. If delayed, the procedure will happen after international duty. Napoli secured manager Antonio Conte’s stay before the deal.

Arsenal Told Sesko Will Cost £75m Upfront

Benjamin Sesko (Arsenal)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Arsenal are targeting 21-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko but must pay £75m upfront to RB Leipzig, with further add-ons likely to raise the total cost of the deal beyond the initial demand.
Leipzig’s sporting director Marcel Schafer informed Arsenal’s Andrea Berta that the club will only accept a fixed sum. Mikel Arteta is prioritizing a No. 9 to lead Arsenal’s attack next season.

Tottenham Make Danso Deal Permanent, Werner Returns to Leipzig

Kevin Danso (Tottenham Hotspur), Timo Werner (Tottenham Hotspur > RB Leipzig)
June 2024

Spurs confirmed the permanent signing of Kevin Danso after a successful loan. Timo Werner’s loan ends without a permanent deal. Fraser Forster, Sergio Reguilon, and Alfie Whiteman will also depart when contracts expire.
Danso impressed in 15 games since arriving in winter, prompting Spurs to activate their option. Werner, sidelined since February, returns to RB Leipzig. Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s loan to Marseille will be made permanent.

Jesús Vallejo Departs Real Madrid After Trophy-Laden Spell

Jesús Vallejo (Real Madrid)
May 2025; contract ends in June

Real Madrid have confirmed that Jesús Vallejo will leave the club when his contract expires this summer. The 27-year-old defender departs after five years and 35 appearances, winning two Champions League titles and a La Liga crown.
Vallejo, used mostly as a squad player, exits as part of Madrid’s defensive overhaul. With Dani Carvajal injured and Trent Alexander-Arnold arriving, Madrid are clearing space and updating their roster ahead of the 2025-26 season.

MacKenzie Joins Plymouth After Scottish Cup Triumph

Jack MacKenzie (Aberdeen > Plymouth Argyle)
May 2025; pending EFL approval

Jack MacKenzie has completed a move to Plymouth Argyle after helping Aberdeen win the Scottish Cup. The 25-year-old left-back made 115 appearances for his boyhood club and is ready for a new challenge in England.
The signing marks Plymouth’s third addition of the summer. MacKenzie’s transfer is subject to EFL and international clearance, and the club has praised his enthusiasm and commitment to joining their long-term project in the Championship.

David de Gea Extends Stay at Fiorentina

David de Gea (Fiorentina)
May 2025; contract valid until 2028

Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has committed to Fiorentina with a new contract running through 2028. He joined the Serie A club as a free agent after a year away from football.
De Gea has made 42 appearances since arriving in 2024 and impressed Fiorentina enough to earn a long-term deal. The 34-year-old’s form has helped re-establish his career after leaving Old Trafford in 2023 without a new offer.

Betis Pursue Permanent Antony Deal from Man Utd

Antony (Real Betis)
Meetings scheduled this week

Real Betis want to retain Brazilian winger Antony after a successful loan spell from Manchester United, where he scored five goals in 17 matches and helped the Spanish side reach the UEFA Europa Conference League final.
Betis will meet United to discuss a potential second loan or partial ownership deal. However, United prefer a full sale to recover some of the €95m spent on Antony. A wage cut from the player is essential either way.

Tottenham Revive Guéhi Move Amid Romero Exit Talks

Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace)
June 2025 transfer window

Tottenham are preparing another attempt to sign Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi as a potential replacement for Cristian Romero, who is being monitored by both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid ahead of the summer transfer window.
Spurs had a prior bid for Guéhi rejected in January but remain keen. With increasing interest in Romero from Spain, Tottenham are expected to escalate negotiations to secure Guéhi’s services and reinforce their central defense.

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