Malick Thiaw (AC Milan)
August 2025
Newcastle United are set to sign Malick Thiaw for €35m plus €5m in bonuses, with the defender due for a medical before completing the move. Targeted since 2024, Thiaw impressed Eddie Howe in a Champions League clash. He follows Anthony Elanga and Aaron Ramsdale as major summer arrivals after Newcastle missed out on several high-profile targets.
Darwin Nunez (Liverpool > Al-Hilal)
August 2025
Darwin Nunez completed a £46.2m move to Al-Hilal, potentially rising to £56.6m with add-ons, ending a mixed three-year spell at Liverpool that included a Premier League title. In a heartfelt message, Nunez thanked fans, staff, and teammates, expressing gratitude for their support through highs and lows. He leaves with fond memories despite not fully living up to expectations.
Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United)
August 2025
AC Milan are negotiating a loan deal for Rasmus Hojlund with a €6m fee, €45m buy option, and full salary coverage, but the striker is reluctant to leave Old Trafford. Milan aim to reunite Hojlund with Serie A after his Atalanta success, but he is determined to fight for his place despite competition from new signings Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Joshua Zirkzee.
Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Liverpool will renew transfer talks with Marc Guehi after the defender captains Crystal Palace in the Community Shield. Palace value him at around £45m. Guehi, with a year left on his contract, will not force a move if Palace refuse to sell. Liverpool lead the race ahead of Newcastle and Chelsea, who are focused on attacking targets instead.
Samu Aghehowa (Porto)
August 2025
ewcastle United’s striker search suffers another setback as 21-year-old Samu Aghehowa chooses to stay at Porto despite Premier League interest. The forward is focused on winning the title and improving his scoring tally. Porto refuse to sell just a year after signing him from Atletico Madrid and are protected by a €100m release clause. Newcastle have already missed out on Benjamin Sesko, while Liverpool had a £110m bid for Alexander Isak rejected.
Malick Thiaw (AC Milan > Newcastle)
August 2025
Newcastle have reached an agreement in principle to sign Germany defender Malick Thiaw for around £35m, with a medical expected on Sunday.
The breakthrough comes after Newcastle missed out on Dean Huijsen earlier this window. Final details are being completed before Thiaw travels for his medical.
Omar Alderete (Getafe)
August 2025
Sunderland are finalising a €12m (£10.4m) transfer for Getafe defender Omar Alderete, with all sides expecting the move to be completed soon. The Paraguayan has already approved the switch.
Talks are progressing quickly, with only final agreement details pending. Alderete, a left-footed centre-back with three years left on his contract, is ready for the move to England.
Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United)
August 2025
United signed striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for £74m on a deal until 2030, adding him to a revamped attack featuring Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Sesko, who scored 21 goals last season, said United’s history and project under Ruben Amorim convinced him to join. He praised the club’s family atmosphere and ambition to win trophies.
Yoane Wissa (Brentford)
August 2025
Brentford are ready to sell Yoane Wissa to Newcastle for around £35m, but only after signing a replacement, with Bournemouth’s Dango Ouattara their main target. Wissa has expressed interest in joining Newcastle, who see him as Alexander Isak’s replacement ahead of the striker’s expected move to Liverpool. Brentford may hold out for a higher fee.
Carlos Baleba (Brighton)
August 2025
Manchester United are pursuing Brighton’s £105m-rated Carlos Baleba but will not include academy graduate Toby Collyer in the deal, despite initial reports. Baleba made 40 appearances last season, scoring four goals and adding two assists. His contract runs until 2028, making Brighton reluctant sellers without a huge offer.
