Elliot Anderson, Manchester City, Nottingham Forest
3 June 2026

Manchester City had an opening bid for Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest as they formalised their interest in the midfielder. Forest expect strong summer pressure, with Anderson preparing for the World Cup in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.

City view Anderson as a leading midfield target after Bernardo Silva’s exit opened space in the squad. The fee could exceed the British-player record, while Sandro Tonali remains another long-term midfield option under consideration this summer.

Aleksey Batrakov, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea
3 June 2026

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly moving closer to signing Aleksey Batrakov after Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea were blocked by transfer restrictions involving Russian clubs. The Lokomotiv Moscow attacker has been heavily scouted across Europe.

UK sanctions have made direct payments to Russian entities legally difficult, weakening English interest despite long-term monitoring. PSG can still conduct the deal and are said to be pushing ahead through sporting advisor Luis Campos.

Sinclair Armstrong, Bristol City, Goztepe
3 June 2026

Sinclair Armstrong left Bristol City to join Turkish side Goztepe for an undisclosed fee. The forward signed a four-year contract with an option for another season after making 83 appearances and scoring seven goals for the Robins.

Bristol City sporting director James Ellis thanked Armstrong for his contribution and said the club will follow his development from afar. Goztepe finished sixth in the Turkish Super Lig and are owned by Sport Republic.

Kirsty Hanson, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Martin Ho
3 June 2026

Tottenham are set to sign Aston Villa forward Kirsty Hanson after having a bid accepted for the Scotland attacker. Hanson scored 12 Women’s Super League goals last season and was named Villa’s player of the year.

Personal terms are being finalised, with Hanson preparing to reunite with Martin Ho after their time together at Manchester United. Spurs have already added Shekiera Martinez and Caitlin Dijkstra as they strengthen after finishing fifth.

Joao Cancelo, Barcelona, Al-Hilal, Jorge Mendes
3 June 2026

Barcelona have received a transfer lift after Al-Hilal reportedly softened their stance on Joao Cancelo’s price. The defender wants to stay in Catalonia after his loan spell rather than return to the Saudi Pro League.

Al-Hilal had previously valued Cancelo at around €15 million, but talks led by Jorge Mendes have opened room for a lower fee. Barcelona now have a clearer path if they can fit the deal into their finances.

Julian Brandt, Roma, Borussia Dortmund, Donyell Malen
3 June 2026

Julian Brandt is reportedly moving closer to Roma after leaving Borussia Dortmund, with Donyell Malen said to be helping push the move. The pair built a strong attacking connection during their time together at BVB.

Roma are looking for attacking midfield quality and Brandt’s free-agent status makes him an attractive option. Malen’s relationship with him could help negotiations, but the deal still needs formal agreement before the summer window opens.

Marc Cucurella, Chelsea, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Real Madrid
3 June 2026

Chelsea are reportedly willing to sell Marc Cucurella if their valuation is met, with Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Real Madrid tracking the defender. Atletico are said to view him as a priority option this summer.

Cucurella has rebuilt his status at Chelsea, but reports say he is open to a fresh challenge. Chelsea’s price stance gives interested clubs a clearer route, though competition from three Spanish giants could stretch negotiations.

Atletico Madrid, Victor Osimhen, Julian Alvarez
2 June 2026

Atletico Madrid are reportedly monitoring Victor Osimhen as protection in case Julian Alvarez leaves this summer. Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal are all linked with Alvarez despite Atletico insisting he remains central to their project.

The Osimhen interest reflects Atletico’s need to prepare for possible attacking upheaval, with Antoine Griezmann also leaving. Galatasaray would demand a large fee after signing the striker permanently and watching him drive another title season.

Ederson, Manchester United, Atalanta, Michael Carrick
2 June 2026

Manchester United agreed a £35 million deal with Atalanta for Ederson, making the midfielder the first signing of Michael Carrick’s permanent reign. The 26-year-old is expected to sign a four-year contract with an option for another season.

The deal still needs a medical and should be completed before United return for pre-season in July. Carrick wants several midfield additions after Casemiro’s exit, with Mateus Fernandes and Elliot Anderson also on the radar.

Denzel Dumfries, Real Madrid, Inter
2 June 2026

Real Madrid have made an initial approach for Inter wing-back Denzel Dumfries as they look to strengthen their right side. His reported €25 million release clause makes him a realistic option after Dani Carvajal’s exit.

Inter are already exploring Atalanta defender Marco Palestra as a possible replacement, suggesting they are preparing for movement. Madrid want more wide defensive thrust and may activate the clause if talks progress in the coming weeks.