Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Summer 2025
Matheus Cunha has thanked Wolves fans after a standout season, as speculation over a move to Manchester United builds. He scored 17 goals this season and is under contract with a £62.5m release clause.
Despite a recent contract renewal, Cunha could leave if United trigger his release clause.
Jadon Sancho (Chelsea)
Summer 2025
Jadon Sancho is reportedly open to staying at Chelsea after his loan from Manchester United. His start in the key match against Nottingham Forest is seen internally as a sign Chelsea may activate their purchase option.
Chelsea have an option to buy, and the club’s recent actions suggest serious consideration of a permanent deal.
Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
Summer 2025, ahead of Club World Cup
Real Madrid are closing in on signing Álvaro Carreras from Benfica, aiming to include him in their squad for next month’s Club World Cup in the U.S.
Madrid are ready to activate the 22-year-old left-back’s €50m release clause. Carreras, a former Real academy product, is keen to return after leaving for Manchester United in 2020 and later joining Benfica.
Christian Eriksen, Jonny Evans, Victor Lindelof (Manchester United )
End of 2024/25 season
Manchester United have confirmed the departures of veteran trio Eriksen, Evans and Lindelof. The three players made over 600 combined appearances for the club and featured in the final-day 2-0 win over Aston Villa, with Eriksen scoring a farewell penalty.
All three received ovations from the Old Trafford crowd, with United issuing an official statement thanking them for their service and wishing them well.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa)
End of 2024/25 season
Rashford has posted a thank-you message to Aston Villa fans, staff, and teammates after completing his loan spell from Manchester United. The 27-year-old contributed 4 goals and 5 assists in 17 matches before a hamstring injury cut his season short.
In his Instagram post, Rashford called Villa “a really special club” and thanked supporters for their warm welcome. His future remains uncertain, though reports suggest he prefers a Champions League club and is unlikely to move to London.
Kieran Tierney (Arsenal)
Final day of 2024/25 Premier League season
Kieran Tierney marked his last appearance for Arsenal with a goal in the 43rd minute during their win over Southampton. The 27-year-old left-back, who joined Arsenal from Celtic in 2019, is set to rejoin the Scottish champions after signing a pre-contract agreement in January.
Tierney converted a Ben White cross before being subbed off on the hour mark and waved farewell to the Gunners’ away fans at full-time.
Vladyslav Vanat (Leeds United)
Summer 2025 transfer window
Leeds United are closely monitoring Dynamo Kyiv striker Vladyslav Vanat and may make a summer bid. The 21-goal forward is valued at £16 million, with Leeds seen as front-runners among several interested English clubs.
Football Insider reports that Leeds have scouted Vanat frequently and are in a strong position to act if they secure funds or top-flight status.
Christian Eriksen (Manchester United)
Final day of 2024/25 Premier League season
Christian Eriksen confirmed he is leaving Manchester United as his contract expires. The Danish midfielder scored a farewell penalty in a 2-0 win over Aston Villa and reflected fondly on his time at the club.
Eriksen revealed Bruno Fernandes let him take the penalty as a gesture. He said he’s still fit to play and open to new opportunities, but hasn’t yet decided his next move.
Jack Grealish (Manchester City)
Final Premier League matchday vs Fulham
Jack Grealish was left out of Manchester City’s squad for the final match of the season, sparking renewed speculation over his future. Pep Guardiola confirmed the omission was purely a selection decision and admitted Grealish may need a fresh start elsewhere if he wants regular football.
Guardiola said Grealish, who joined City for £100m in 2021, “needs to play every three days” but hasn’t done so this season or last. Despite calling him an “unbelievable player,” Guardiola said the club and player will now assess what’s next.
