Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
August 2025
Van Dijk criticised a small group of Crystal Palace fans for interrupting a minute’s silence for Diogo Jota and his brother ahead of the Community Shield. The tribute was cut short due to noise from the Palace section, drawing widespread disapproval. Palace later won 2-2 (pens) in a dramatic match.
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.
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.
Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig)
August 2025
Xavi Simons has agreed personal terms with Chelsea, but no formal bid has been made. Leipzig want at least €70m, while Chelsea are only willing to offer €50–55m. Leipzig are targeting Harvey Elliott as his replacement. Simons impressed last season with 11 goals and 8 assists in 33 matches. His fitness and ambition for a Premier League move keep him on top clubs’ radars, alongside soon-to-depart teammate Benjamin Sesko.
Ben Doak (Liverpool)
August 2025
Leeds and West Ham are in the hunt for 19-year-old winger Ben Doak, valued at £20m by Liverpool. Liverpool rejected similar bids in January and will only sell if their valuation is met; otherwise, they’ll keep him as a squad option.
Darwin Nunez (Liverpool > Al-Hilal)
August 2025
Al-Hilal have agreed a €53m deal to sign Nunez, freeing up funds for Liverpool’s record £150m pursuit of Alexander Isak. Nunez scored 40 goals in 143 games since joining from Benfica but failed to live up to expectations; his exit helps finance Liverpool’s summer rebuild.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle)|
August 2025
Isak trained alone and missed a Newcastle family event as he pushes for a record-breaking £150m Liverpool move. The Swedish striker had a tense meeting with manager Eddie Howe as transfer speculation intensifies, following interest from Anfield.
Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Crystal Palace have turned down two bids from Liverpool for defender Marc Guehi, with the player not pushing for an exit and the Reds now moving on to other centre-back targets. Journalist Santi Aouna reports that Palace remain firm on keeping the England international. Liverpool, having spent heavily in attack, are still seeking defensive reinforcements ahead of their title defence.
Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
August 2025
Virgil van Dijk has paid tribute to Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car accident with his brother. Liverpool are determined to honour his legacy on and off the pitch. Jota was driving back to pre-season due to recovery from a lung operation when the crash occurred. Van Dijk emphasized the importance of supporting Jota’s family and carrying his memory forward across the season.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)
August 2025
Alexander Isak is back at Newcastle’s training ground after skipping the pre-season tour in Asia, citing injury. Talks with Eddie Howe are set as the striker eyes a move to Liverpool. Isak trained privately at Real Sociedad while Newcastle rejected Liverpool’s opening bid. With the Swede pushing for the switch, Newcastle are preparing for his potential exit by targeting Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.
