Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)
March 2025
Real Madrid are considering signing Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer this summer to add competition at right-back.
Madrid admire his attacking flair but question his defending. FIFA Club World Cup participation would depend on early Liverpool release.
Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, Antonio Rüdiger, Dani Ceballos (Real Madrid)
12 March (match), investigation announced 28 March
UEFA is investigating four Real Madrid players for alleged “indecent conduct” during celebrations after their UCL win over Atlético Madrid.
Mbappé was caught making a crotch gesture; Rüdiger danced on the pitch after scoring the winning penalty. UEFA has assigned a disciplinary inspector, with possible suspensions before the Arsenal quarterfinal.
Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
March 2025
Gary Neville believes Liverpool could suffer a “huge” £250 million setback if Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, and Salah all leave on free transfers this summer as their contracts run down.
Speaking about the potential departures, Neville emphasized the financial and tactical burden it would place on new boss Arne Slot. He highlighted the trio’s world-class quality and warned that even Liverpool’s renowned recruitment team would struggle to replace them simultaneously. Alexander-Arnold is linked with Real Madrid, while uncertainty surrounds Salah and Van Dijk’s futures.
Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
Summer 2025 window
Real Madrid are planning a €60m offer to sign Zubimendi.
Madrid want to bolster their midfield, but face competition across Europe. The 26-year-old previously turned down Liverpool and has also been linked to Arsenal.
Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
Ongoing (Post-International Break, March 2025)
Atlético Madrid are keen to sign Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández, and several Argentina teammates attempted to lure him during the recent international break.
Despite strong pressure from Atlético stars Rodrigo De Paul, Nahuel Molina, Ángel Correa, and Giuliano Simeone while with Argentina, Fernández has reportedly turned down a move to Diego Simeone’s side — for now. He enjoys life in London and is under contract at Chelsea until 2032, but sources say he’s “keeping his options open.” Real Madrid are also monitoring the situation.
Jorrel Hato, Ajax
March 2025
Arsenal have joined Liverpool in the race for 19-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.
The Netherlands international, who plays as both a left-back and center-back, has impressed major clubs with 61 Eredivisie starts since debuting in February 2023. Real Madrid, Chelsea, and AC Milan are also monitoring him.
FIFA 2025 Club World Cup
June 14 – July 13, 2025 (Tournament Dates)
FIFA has confirmed that the winners of the expanded 32-team 2025 Club World Cup in the United States could earn up to $125 million, with a total prize pot of $1 billion.
Half of the $1B will be distributed to all clubs based on sporting and commercial metrics, while $475M is reserved for performance bonuses. Top clubs like Manchester City and Real Madrid are expected to earn more based on global appeal and success. FIFA said no funds will be retained, and none will come from their reserves. Despite concerns raised by players like England captain Harry Kane over condensed schedules, the tournament promises a lucrative payday and global spotlight.
Jorrel Hato, Ajax
26 March 2025
Arsenal are the latest club to join the chase for Ajax’s 19-year-old defensive prodigy Jorrel Hato.
The versatile Dutch international—who can play at both left-back and center-back—is also being scouted by Liverpool, Chelsea, Real Madrid, and AC Milan. Arsenal view him as a key long-term defensive asset.