The transfer window is now open once more following a short closure after its initial mini-opening ahead of the summer’s Club World Cup. The window has officially re-opened today, Monday 16 June, with clubs able to accelerate deals ahead of the new season.
Liverpool are making plans for a Florian Wirtz medical later this week after agreeing a record £116.5m deal for the German superstar. The Premier League champions, who have already brought in Jeremie Frimpong, will make Wirtz their club-record signing after agreeing a deal with Bayer Leverkusen. However, they may well lose left-back stalwart Andy Robertson, with Atletico Madrid circling.
Manchester United, who have secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5m, are negotiating with Brentford about Bryan Mbeumo, who would prefer a move to Old Trafford over Tottenham Hotspur even as Thomas Frank takes charges in north London – though Spurs want Mbeumo and teammate Yoane Wissa.
Arsenal hope to bring in Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi, and Mikel Arteta has made RB Leipzig striker, Benjamin Sesko, their No 1 target for a striker. However, the Gunners have reportedly submitted an initial offer for another forward option – Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:
Chelsea target Maignan to have contract talks
Chelsea have been consistently linked with AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, although only at the right price with the club insisting they’re happy with their current goalkeeping options.
Maignan is now set to hold talks with Milan over a new contract, with the Frenchman said to be still considering a future at the club and potentially extending his deal, according to Italian outlet CalcioMercato.
The Blues had real interest in the 29-year-old during the last transfer window but the deal collapsed.
Luke Baker16 June 2025 15:30
Chelsea want new winger after no Sancho deal
We already knew that Jadon Sancho had returned to Man United after the conclusion of his loan with Chelsea and Enzo Maresca has confirmed the Blues won’t be signing him as they instead focus on other wing targets.
“Jadon is not with us, so for sure that is a position that probably we need to do something,” said Maresca ahead of Chelsea’s Club World Cup opener against LAFC on Monday.
“Also, because as you already know, Misha (Mykhailo Mudryk) is not with us. So in this moment we have Noni [Madueke], Pedro [Neto] and Ty [Tyrique George] as proper wingers.
“So, for sure, something is going to happen. We said many times, when the transfer window is open, anything can happen - to bring players or to sell players. We will see.”
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Luke Baker16 June 2025 15:17
Gyokeres receives huge offer as new team enters fray for Arsenal and Man Utd target
A twist in the Viktor Gyokeres transfer saga? All our focus has been on Arsenal and Man Utd vying for the Sporting striker’s signature but now a third party have thrown their hat into the ring.
According to Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport, Serie A giants Juventus want to muscle in on Gyokeres and have already indicated to the striker's representatives that they are willing to meet his £11m-a-year wage demands.
That would be a blow for the English clubs.
Luke Baker16 June 2025 14:59
Truffert discusses Bournemouth move
Adrien Truffert has offered up his thoughts on joining Bournemouth on a five-year deal, seemingly as a replacement for Milos Kerkez.
The ex-Rennes left-back said: “I’m really happy and proud to join AFC Bournemouth. It’s a great opportunity for me to keep progressing and to be part of an ambitious project. I felt the club’s confidence in me from the first discussions, and I’m excited to get started.
“It’s a dream for any player to play in the Premier League. It’s one of the best and most competitive leagues in the world. I’m looking forward to testing myself at this level, facing top players every week, and helping the team achieve great things.”
Jack Rathborn16 June 2025 14:40
Onana advising Mbeumo to join Man United
Perhaps not hugely surprising news but Man United goalkeeper Andre Onana has advised Cameroon teammate Bryan Mbeumo to join him at Old Trafford.
The Manchester Evening News are reporting that Onana is trying to sway Mbeumo as United focus on signing the Brentford forward, although Tottenham (with the lure of Champions League football and ex-Bees boss Thomas Frank now at the helm) are also interested.
Luke Baker16 June 2025 14:23
Man United, Liverpool and Chelsea handed ultimatum over Hugo Ekitike
We earlier reported that Man United could be in for the £85m-rated Hugo Ekitke from Eintracht Frankfurt and they have now entered talks with the club about signing him.
There has been no formal bid yet, according to Sky Sports News, but United are exploring the conditions of a deal and personal terms are not expected to be a problem.
Ruben Amorim’s side are in the market for a striker regardless of what happens with the Rasmus Hojlund situation - with Serie A sides in for him but the Dane keen to fight for his place at Old Trafford.
Chelsea and Liverpool also want Ekitke, but Frankfurt insist the asking price is €100m, if it’s not met, then the 22-year-old will stay in Germany, reports Sport Bild.
Luke Baker16 June 2025 14:07
Barcelona prepared to wait for Diaz
Barcelona are still interested in signing Liverpool forward Luis Diaz but understand they may have to bide their time to secure his signature.
That’s according to Spanish outlet Sport, who say Barca can only afford around €60m (£51m) this summer, with Liverpool eyeing around £75m for the Colombian.
Thus, the Catalan giants will wait before launching their bid and if negotiations prove tricky, they have other options including Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao
Luke Baker16 June 2025 13:51
Florian Wirtz set to arrive in UK for Liverpool medical
Liverpool expect Florian Wirtz to arrive in the UK this week to undergo a medical, reports David Ornstein of The Athletic.
Wirtz will have a medical check on Friday before a bumper move from Bayer Leverkusen to Anfield is completed.
The fee will reach a maximum of £116m and a five-year deal is set to be signed once formalities are completed.
Jack Rathborn16 June 2025 13:31
Why Thomas Frank changes everything for Tottenham
Tottenham have finally settled on their manager for the new season with Brentford boss Thomas Frank joining to replace the outgoing Ange Postecoglou.
With Champions League football awaiting Spurs, what can fans expect from Frank? Allow Adam Clery to explain...
Luke Baker16 June 2025 13:20
Mbeumo responds to transfer speculation after Man United transfer bid
Bryan Mbeumo has spoken publicly for the first time since Manchester United and Tottenham launched their battle for his signature.
The 25-year-old appears to be on his way out of Brentford after an outstanding season in which he scored 20 goals for the west London club.
United have seen a first offer rejected, in the region of £45m with £10m in add-ons, and Spurs have stepped up their interest after hiring ex-Brentford boss Thomas Frank to replace the sacked Ange Postecoglou.
Speaking to Sky Sports at the Canadian Grand Prix, Mbeumo said: “It (transfer speculation) is a bit new for me I would say! I think it can be the life of a footballer and you need to accept it.
“It’s been my best season so far in the Premier League. And even collectively, I think we did play very good games. I think we’ve been unlucky to chase the Europe spot, but I think it’s been a fantastic season.”
Bryan Mbeumo responds to transfer speculation after Man United transfer bid
Mbeumo is wanted by Manchester United and Tottenham this summer
Luke Baker16 June 2025 13:02