Gotham FC, Liverpool and Denise O’Sullivan
Saturday

Gotham FC are finalising a deal to sign Ireland midfielder Denise O’Sullivan on loan from Liverpool, with an obligation to buy. The NWSL champions expect the 32-year-old to join when the transfer window opens on Monday.

The structure helps Gotham manage salary-cap pressure after signing Sam Kerr and re-signing Emily Sonnett. O’Sullivan would return to the NWSL after a short Liverpool spell, having previously won major trophies with North Carolina Courage.

Coventry City, Burnley and Loum Tchaouna
Saturday

Premier League Coventry City have signed French winger Loum Tchaouna from relegated Burnley for an undisclosed fee. Reports put the deal at around £20m, with the 22-year-old agreeing a five-year contract.

Tchaouna brings experience from Ligue 1, Serie A and the Premier League after spells with Rennes, Salernitana, Lazio and Burnley. Coventry are strengthening quickly after promotion, with Arsenal awaiting them in their opening league match.

Bournemouth, Fiorentina and Alex Jimenez
Saturday

Fiorentina have agreed a season-long loan deal for Bournemouth defender Alex Jimenez, including a €20m option to buy. The move allows the suspended Spain Under-21 international to continue playing while Bournemouth investigate social media allegations.

Bournemouth dropped Jimenez in May over what they called a serious matter linked to posts circulating online. He joined permanently from AC Milan in February on a long contract, but now appears set for a quick Serie A return.

Manchester City, Leicester City and Jeremy Monga
Saturday

Manchester City have completed the signing of Leicester winger Jeremy Monga in a deal worth up to £10m. The 17-year-old chose City after Arsenal had held advanced talks and will be integrated into the senior setup.

City moved quickly under Enzo Maresca, who previously worked with Monga at Leicester. The winger cited City’s development pathway and academy success as key reasons, while Leicester’s relegation increased pressure to sell valuable young talent.

Atletico Madrid, Sporting CP and Morten Hjulmand
Saturday

Atletico Madrid have completed the signing of Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand in a €40m deal. The Denmark midfielder has signed until June 2031 after passing his medical and becomes Diego Simeone’s latest midfield addition.

Atletico chose Hjulmand after exploring several defensive midfield options, including Wolves’ Joao Gomes. The club praised his physical power, ball recovery and game intelligence, viewing him as a long-term anchor for Simeone’s evolving midfield structure.

Roma, Nottingham Forest and Dan Ndoye
Saturday

Roma have turned to Nottingham Forest winger Dan Ndoye after ending their pursuit of Mason Greenwood. The Serie A club refused to enter an expensive bidding war and now view the Switzerland international as their priority wide target.

Sporting director Tony D’Amico has intensified talks for Ndoye, whose valuation has reportedly softened after a mixed Forest spell despite strong World Cup displays. Roma believe his pace and Serie A experience suit Gian Piero Gasperini’s attacking system.

Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and Ferran Torres
Saturday

Paris Saint-Germain have opened advanced talks with Barcelona over Ferran Torres, with the Spain forward open to a summer move. Barcelona are prepared to sanction a sale as they seek fresh capital and squad flexibility.

Luis Enrique is driving PSG’s interest after working with Torres for Spain, while Barcelona’s financial pressure and new attacking arrivals threaten his place. The talks could give Barcelona room to fund other targets without waiting for further sales.

Tom Lockyer, Melbourne Victory and Bristol Rovers
Saturday

Wales defender Tom Lockyer has signed for Australian A-League side Melbourne Victory on a free transfer after leaving Bristol Rovers. The 31-year-old continues his career abroad after returning from nearly two years out following cardiac arrest.

Lockyer made his comeback with Bristol Rovers last October and played 16 League Two games after being cleared to return. The former Luton captain said Melbourne offers a fresh challenge as he keeps alive hopes of another Wales call-up.

Manchester United, Roma and Manu Kone
Saturday

Manchester United have turned to Roma midfielder Manu Kone after their Ederson deal with Atalanta collapsed. Reports say Roma want more than £45m for the France international, who has become United’s primary midfield target this summer.

United had agreed terms for Ederson but pulled out after additional medical checks, creating another recruitment setback. The switch to Kone reflects their urgent midfield need after missing Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, though Roma’s valuation remains a major obstacle.

Rangers, Hearts and Cammy Devlin
Saturday

Rangers have signed Australia midfielder Cammy Devlin on a free transfer after his Hearts departure. The 28-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with an option for another season, becoming another Tynecastle-linked arrival at Ibrox this summer.

Devlin follows Lawrence Shankland and manager Derek McInnes from Hearts to Rangers during a major squad reset. McInnes praised his consistency and league knowledge, while Devlin said the timing felt right amid big changes at the club.