William Saliba (Arsenal)
May 2025
Mikel Arteta is confident William Saliba will commit to a new contract despite Real Madrid’s reported interest, affirming the defender is happy at Arsenal and wants to stay long-term.
While talks of renewal will be handled by new sporting director Andrea Berta, Arteta has already spoken with Saliba and confirmed his desire to remain in north London, with his current deal running until 2027.
Axel Tape (Paris Saint-Germain)
Summer 2025
PSG centre-back Axel Tape is open to joining Bayer Leverkusen as a free agent, despite Premier League interest, seeing Germany as ideal for his development.
The 17-year-old was impressed by Leverkusen’s sporting director during video talks and views the club as a strong environment for long-term growth.
Mason Greenwood (Marseille)
Summer 2025
Mason Greenwood is eager to return to England after stints with Getafe and Marseille, where tensions with fans and coach De Zerbi have recently escalated.
The 23-year-old has drawn interest from Premier League sides. His dissatisfaction abroad and recent criticism have pushed him to seek a move back home.
Francisco Conceição (Juventus)
Summer 2025
Juventus are unsure about triggering the €30m buy clause for Porto loanee Francisco Conceição, with Milan and Roma monitoring closely.
Juve’s UCL qualification status will heavily influence their decision. The winger’s future may hinge on whether the clause is activated before interest from domestic rivals advances.
Samu Aghehowa (Porto)
Summer 2025
Aston Villa are intensifying efforts to sign Porto striker Samu Aghehowa after growing unlikely to make Marcus Rashford’s loan from Manchester United permanent.
Aghehowa impressed Villa scouts with a brace against Moreirense. The 20-year-old forward moved from Atlético Madrid last summer and is seen as a long-term attacking option.
Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
Summer 2025
Christopher Nkunku has decided to leave Chelsea despite being under contract until 2029, feeling unsettled after a mixed debut season at the club.
Talks are ongoing with clubs like PSG, Newcastle, and Liverpool. Nkunku joined for £52m in 2023 and has scored 14 goals this season across all competitions.
Dean Huijsen (AFC Bournemouth)
Decision expected May 2025
Dean Huijsen is set to decide his future this month amid strong interest from Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool after an impressive debut season with Bournemouth and his first Spain cap.
Signed from Juventus for €15.2m, the 20-year-old centre-back has a £50m release clause and is widely tipped to join a top European side this summer.
Weston McKennie (Juventus)
May 2025 (talks ongoing)
Juventus have initiated contract extension talks with McKennie, whose current deal expires in June 2026, aiming to avoid losing him for free next year.
McKennie has re-established himself as a core player with 40 appearances and five goals this season. Juve want to secure his future ahead of a busy summer including the Club World Cup, which may see him miss the Gold Cup with the USMNT.
Luis Diaz (Liverpool)
Talks scheduled for post-2024/25 season
Luis Diaz is expected to open discussions with Liverpool about a contract extension following his 100th Premier League appearance and league title win. He has two years remaining on his current deal.
Diaz’s form—14 goals and high chance creation—has prompted Liverpool to initiate talks, though interest from Barcelona and Saudi clubs lingers. The Colombian winger joined from Porto in 2022 and has since won four major trophies with the Reds.
Bilal El Khannouss (Leicester City)
Summer 2025 transfer window
Arsenal are eyeing a move for 20-year-old Leicester midfielder Bilal El Khannouss, who joined the Foxes from Genk last summer and tallied three goals and five assists in 35 matches.
With Leicester relegated, Arsenal see El Khannouss as a cost-effective squad option. He was signed for £21 million and is now being monitored as part of Arsenal’s effort to deepen their midfield ranks.
