Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
April 2025 (transfer planned for summer)
Arsenal remain determined to sign Zubimendi for €60m as Mikel Arteta continues his pursuit of the Spain international despite personal terms still pending.
Zubimendi previously rejected Liverpool’s interest to stay at Sociedad, but Arsenal hope Arteta’s presence will finally seal the move this summer.
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
March 2025
Ruben Amorim is determined to retain Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United despite strong interest from Real Madrid, who are tracking the midfielder as a £90m replacement for Luka Modric.
While Amorim wants Fernandes to stay, United’s financial situation may force a sale. The Portuguese star has delivered 16 goals and 16 assists this season, but could be tempted by Madrid’s elite-level ambitions.
Gonçalo Inácio (Sporting CP)
March 2025
Manchester United are planning a summer move for Sporting defender Gonçalo Inácio, with head coach Ruben Amorim eager to reunite with his former player.
United have tracked Inácio for years and now have Amorim pushing for his signing. Sporting will only sell for €45 million. Inácio’s profile fits United’s new youth-first recruitment strategy and Amorim’s tactical plans.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
March 2025
Mateta returned to action in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup quarter-final against Fulham wearing protective headgear after receiving 25 stitches from a horror head injury sustained against Millwall.
Social media lit up with reactions comparing Mateta’s look to Cyborg from Justice League and even Call of Duty characters, while fans praised his bravery and questioned his cautious play on return.
Fabian Hürzeler, Brighton & Hove Albion
March 2025
After a humiliating 7-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler burned his tactical notes in front of his players to symbolize a fresh start.
The bold gesture ignited a stunning turnaround, with Brighton going on a seven-game unbeaten run, including wins over Chelsea, Bournemouth, and Newcastle. The act has been credited with resetting the team’s mindset.
Jack Grealish (Manchester City)
March 2025
Newcastle, AC Milan, and Chelsea are exploring a potential summer move for Jack Grealish, who has struggled for form at Manchester City and may be offloaded.
Grealish is yet to score in the Premier League this season. Amid City’s openness to a sale, clubs are preparing bids while assessing his role and market value.
Kepa Arrizabalaga (AFC Bournemouth)
March 2025
Bournemouth are keen to make Kepa’s loan permanent this summer, with the Spanish goalkeeper impressing under Andoni Iraola in the Premier League this season.
Kepa has featured in 22 of Bournemouth’s 29 league matches, but Chelsea’s valuation could impact a deal. The final decision may hinge on financial negotiations between the clubs.
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
March 2025
Real Madrid are considering a major summer move for Bruno Fernandes as a successor to Luka Modric, with Manchester United expected to demand a club-record £90m fee.
Madrid scouts have monitored Fernandes all season. United may consider a sale due to Premier League PSR (Profit and Sustainability Rules) pressures despite reluctance to part with their captain.
Hugo Larsson (Eintracht Frankfurt)
March 2025
Manchester City have initiated talks to sign Frankfurt’s 20-year-old midfielder Hugo Larsson, but face stiff competition from Arsenal and Liverpool.
Frankfurt are demanding €60m for Larsson, who has impressed in his debut Bundesliga season. City already completed a January deal with Frankfurt for Omar Marmoush and may return for Larsson in the summer.
Francisco Trincao (Sporting CP)
March 2025
Ronaldo has reportedly offered support to Amorim’s transfer plans, as Manchester United target Sporting winger Francisco Trincao for a summer move.
United are preparing for a squad overhaul, and Amorim wants to reunite with Trincao. However, Sporting plan to demand over £50m — exceeding his release clause — complicating the deal.
