Transfers & Leaks

United Closing in on Lammens After Antwerp Omission

Senne Lammens (Royal Antwerp)
August 2025

Manchester United are progressing towards signing Antwerp goalkeeper Senne Lammens for £17.3m after he was left out of their matchday squad against Mechelen, with Antwerp keen to avoid injury risks jeopardising the deal. Amorim wants Lammens to compete with Onana after Bayindir’s shaky performances. Antwerp head coach Stef Wils confirmed talks are advanced, with personal terms not expected to be an issue. The Belgian stopper now looks set for a Premier League move.

Kanté’s Al-Ittihad Exit Opens Door for Europe Return

N’Golo Kanté (Al-Ittihad)
August 2025

N’Golo Kanté is set to leave Al-Ittihad this summer, with the club opening the door to his exit. His representatives are offering him to Monaco, Paris FC, and Al-Qadsiah as potential next destinations. Despite playing 80 games under Laurent Blanc and remaining in Didier Deschamps’ France squad, Al-Ittihad want to refresh their roster. Kanté, 34, could return to Europe or stay in Saudi Arabia as negotiations over his next move intensify.

Milan Rekindle Hojlund Interest After Boniface Fails Medical

Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United)
August 2025

AC Milan may reignite their pursuit of Rasmus Hojlund after Victor Boniface’s transfer collapsed due to a failed medical. Boniface will remain at Leverkusen, reopening space for Milan to pursue United’s out-of-favour striker. Boniface was set for a €5m loan plus €24m buy option, but medical concerns killed the deal. Milan are now revisiting Hojlund, who has been frozen out by Amorim at United. His availability suits Milan’s urgent search for attacking reinforcements.

McTominay Urges Hojlund to Join Him at Napoli

Scott McTominay (Napoli)
August 2025

Scott McTominay has personally called Rasmus Hojlund to convince him to join Napoli. United are reportedly open to a €5m loan with €40m buy clause, with Hojlund exiled by Amorim and also on AC Milan’s radar. Hojlund has been excluded from United’s squads this season, making a move likely. McTominay, now thriving at Napoli, is pushing his former teammate toward Italy. United view offloading Hojlund as practical given Benjamin Sesko’s arrival and Amorim’s ruthless “bomb squad” approach.

Spurs’ €70m Bid for Paz Rejected by Como

Nico Paz (Como)
August 2025

Tottenham’s improved €70m bid for Nico Paz has been rejected by Como, who remain determined to keep him this season. Spurs identified Paz as a top target after missing out on Eberechi Eze, but the Argentine prefers a Real Madrid return. Spurs’ earlier €40m bid was also rejected. Real Madrid hold a €10m buy-back clause active in 2026 and intend to trigger it, complicating Tottenham’s pursuit. For now, Paz remains at Como, resisting Spurs’ advances while planning a future back at Madrid.

Ekitike Tipped for First France Call-Up After Liverpool Start

Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool)
August 2025

Hugo Ekitike is being considered for a first France call-up after scoring on his Liverpool debut against Crystal Palace and again versus Bournemouth. Deschamps could select him for September’s qualifiers, potentially at the expense of Randal Kolo Muani, whose PSG future remains uncertain. Ekitike’s sharp impact since joining from Eintracht Frankfurt has impressed both Liverpool staff and Deschamps’ camp. With Kolo Muani unsettled amid Juventus interest, the French coach may reward Ekitike’s form by handing him an international debut in crucial World Cup qualifiers.

Arsenal Secure Record Irish Deal for Ozhianvuna

Victor Ozhianvuna (Shamrock Rovers)
August 2025

Arsenal agreed a record-breaking deal for Shamrock Rovers teenager Victor Ozhianvuna. The 16-year-old midfielder will join in January 2027 when he turns 18, eclipsing the Irish transfer record previously set by Tottenham’s Mason Melia. Ozhianvuna has already featured in Ireland’s top flight and completed a medical with Arsenal. Several European clubs chased him, but Arsenal moved swiftly with a record fee, underlining long-term planning for Hale End’s next generation.

Villa Explore Move for Chelsea’s Nkunku

Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
August 2025

Aston Villa are considering signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea to bolster their attack. Contact has been made, with Bayern and Leipzig also monitoring. Villa’s struggles in front of goal have heightened urgency before the window shuts. Villa failed to score in their opening two league games, leaving Emery searching for firepower. Nkunku is seen as expendable by Chelsea, but Villa must act quickly to reinforce while also retaining key attacker Morgan Rogers.

Spurs Raise Offer for Como’s Nico Paz

Nico Paz (Como)
August 2025

Tottenham raised their bid to €50m for Nico Paz after missing out on Eberechi Eze. With James Maddison sidelined, Spurs are pushing for creativity in midfield, though Como value Paz closer to €70m. Spurs’ urgency to find a playmaker has intensified, but no agreement has been reached with Como or Paz himself. Tottenham’s failed Eze chase and Maddison’s injury leave them scrambling late in the window.

Antony’s Future Hangs as Betis Ready Fresh Bid

Antony (Manchester United)
August 2025

Real Betis will make a fresh bid for Antony within 24 hours after United rejected an earlier loan proposal. The £85m signing has been exiled under Amorim and faces uncertainty with the deadline looming. Antony enjoyed a strong Betis loan last season but is stuck in Amorim’s “bomb squad” at United. Betis are pressing for a permanent deal, while United weigh recovering a transfer fee for one of their costliest flops.

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