Christian Norgaard (Brentford)
June 2025
Arsenal are monitoring Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard as a potential replacement for Thomas Partey, who may depart this summer amid unresolved contract negotiations.
Norgaard, 31, has been a key figure for Brentford with nearly 200 appearances. While Arteta wants to keep Partey, no agreement has been reached yet, prompting Arsenal to line up experienced midfield alternatives.
Mark Flekken (Brentford > Bayer Leverkusen)
June 2025
Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken has completed a move to Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to £11m including add-ons.
Flekken leaves after one season at Brentford, making way for Kelleher, whom the club had previously tracked as a top replacement.
Caoimhin Kelleher (Liverpool > Brentford)
June 2025
Brentford have signed goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool for £12.5m, with add-ons potentially raising the fee to £18m.
Brentford had long tracked Kelleher and made their move after Liverpool signed Giorgi Mamardashvili.
Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
June 2025
Bryan Mbeumo has informed Brentford of his desire to join Manchester United, despite interest from Arsenal, Newcastle, and Spurs.
With his contract running until 2027, Brentford see this summer as ideal for a high-value sale. Talks now hinge on whether United and Brentford can agree on a transfer fee.
Mark Flekken (Brentford > Bayer Leverkusen)
June 2024
Brentford have agreed to sell goalkeeper Mark Flekken to Bayer Leverkusen, where he’ll reunite with new coach Erik ten Hag. The move opens up Brentford’s pursuit of Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher as a replacement.
Reports the deal is nearing completion, with Brentford preparing for life after Flekken by targeting Kelleher, who is also being chased by West Ham and Leeds. Liverpool value the Irish keeper at £20 million.
Caoimhin Kelleher (Liverpool), Mark Flekken (Brentford)
May 2025
Brentford have approached Liverpool to sign goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher as they prepare to sell Mark Flekken to Bayer Leverkusen, now managed by Erik ten Hag.
With Liverpool signing Giorgi Mamardashvili as Alisson’s new backup, Kelleher is now available and wants a starting role. Brentford, long interested, are frontrunners due to strong ties with Liverpool.
Michael Kayode (Brentford)
May 2025
Michael Kayode has signed a five-year permanent contract with Brentford after his loan from Fiorentina, keeping him at the club until 2030 with an option for one more year.
After joining in January on loan, the 20-year-old impressed and earned a full deal. Kayode praised the club’s support and expressed his excitement to continue playing in the Premier League.
Ben Mee (Brentford)
End of 2024/25 season
Brentford defender Ben Mee will depart the club when his contract expires, ending a three-year stint since joining in July 2022.
Mee announced Sunday’s match will be his final game at the Gtech Community Stadium. The 35-year-old thanked fans and stated he plans to continue playing elsewhere next season.
Mark Flekken (Brentford)
Summer 2025
Brentford fear goalkeeper Mark Flekken could leave, with Bayer Leverkusen eyeing him to bolster their inconsistent goalkeeping options.
Flekken is high on Leverkusen’s shortlist after a season of goalkeeper rotation.
Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford), Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund), Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
May 2025
Arsenal have shortlisted Mbeumo, Gittens, and Lookman as potential attacking reinforcements. Lookman is being considered to support Bukayo Saka on the right wing despite mainly playing centrally for Atalanta this season.
The 27-year-old Nigerian is viewed as a versatile option and Arsenal face competition from Manchester United, Newcastle, and Juventus for his signature. The club wants added depth as they aim to lessen Saka’s workload next season.