Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
Talks ongoing, close to agreement
Salah is nearing a new two-year deal at Liverpool despite speculation linking him to a Saudi move. Van Dijk is also in contract talks.
Liverpool are ready to meet Salah’s salary demands. There is less optimism about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s renewal, which remains uncertain.
Takefusa Kubo (Real Sociedad) Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Summer 2025 (target window)
Liverpool are targeting Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo as a possible replacement if Mohamed Salah leaves for the Saudi Pro League this summer.
Kubo, 23, has impressed with 7 goals and 4 assists this season. Liverpool are tracking his progress closely after his standout performance vs. Real Madrid.
Fabio Paratici (AC Milan)
30 June (ban ends), verbal agreement reached March 2025
Former Spurs and Juventus executive Fabio Paratici has verbally agreed to become AC Milan’s new sporting director after serving his 30-month worldwide ban for false accounting.
Paratici met with Milan officials in London this week. His ban ends on June 30, clearing the path for an official appointment and return to football leadership in Italy.
Jadon Sancho (Chelsea)
April 2025
Jadon Sancho has reportedly requested a return to Borussia Dortmund after an underwhelming loan spell at Chelsea, where he contributed just one goal and two assists in his last 20 games.
Chelsea are contractually obligated to buy Sancho for £25m, but are considering paying a £5m penalty to cancel the deal and avoid a permanent move, sending him back to Manchester United.
Cristian Romero (Tottenham Hotspur)
April 2025
Atletico Madrid have made Cristian Romero their top defensive target ahead of the Club World Cup, with the Tottenham centre-back reportedly interested in joining his Argentine compatriots in Spain.
Negotiations are expected to be difficult, as Spurs reportedly value Romero at £60 million and he remains under contract until 2027. Real Madrid also remain interested in the defender.
Arsenal
April 2025 (Summer window planning)
Arsenal are preparing to sign a high-profile striker this summer, with a shortlist of key targets already in place for Mikel Arteta.
After persistent links to several top forwards and the need to bolster their attacking options, the club is finalizing plans to secure a marquee striker to strengthen their title ambitions for next season.
Callum Olusesi (Tottenham Hotspur)
April 2025
Signed a new four-year contract with Tottenham Hotspur
The 18-year-old midfielder, who made his first-team debut in the Europa League this season, is considered one of the club’s top academy prospects. He has netted five goals in 14 appearances for the U21s and is now expected to push for full-time senior involvement.
Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP)
April 2025
Former Manchester United winger Nani believes Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres will thrive in the Premier League amid growing transfer interest.
Gyökeres, who has impressed in Portugal, is being closely monitored by top European clubs, with Nani endorsing his readiness for England’s top flight.
Tommy Watson (Sunderland > Brighton)
Deal agreed ahead of July 1 transfer window
Brighton have secured a £10m deal to sign 18-year-old winger Tommy Watson from Sunderland.
Watson has signed a four-year pre-contract, with an option for a fifth, and will join The Seagulls officially on July 1. Brighton missed out on a January move due to time constraints.
Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
March 2025
Manchester United are reportedly ready to move for Ipswich striker Liam Delap, who has a £40m relegation clause in his contract, with Liverpool, Chelsea, and Newcastle also monitoring the 22-year-old.
The clause becomes active if Ipswich are relegated, making Delap a prime target as the club sits 12 points from safety. United have already held internal discussions ahead of a possible summer bid.
