The transfer window is open for a shortened period between 1 June and 10 June to enable transfers to be made ahead of the summer’s Club World Cup.
Manchester United have began their needed rebuild after a disastrous season, and have secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5m, with Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo and Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. The captain Bruno Fernandes also provided a boost by turning down a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
Manchester City, meanwhile, have agreed a fee to sign AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders and Liverpool have also been busy putting in a club-record bid for Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz while goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has left for Brentford. The Reds also wrapped up a deal to bring Jeremie Frimpong to Anfield by triggering his £29.5m release clause.
Arsenal, meanwhile, may have hit a snag in their attempted addition of Martin Zubimendi but Mikel Arteta has sanctioned talks with RB Leipzig over striker Benjamin Sesko in their ongoing pursuit for a No 9.
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:
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Transfer news
- United resume Bryan Mbeumo pursuit with increased bid
- Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres 'open' to Man United move
- Benjamin Sesko emerges as Arsenal's top striker target
- Luis Diaz admits he's in talks with other clubs as Liverpool reject Barcelona approach
- Arsenal's transfer shortlist for new attacker revealed
- Florian Wirtz saga takes new twist as FC Koln demand transfer payment
Man United consider second Bryan Mbeumo bid in pursuit of Brentford forward
16:17
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Jack Rathborn
Manchester United are considering making a second offer for Bryan Mbeumo but will have to raise their offer significantly to tempt Brentford to sell the forward.
United made a first approach of £45m plus a further £10m in add-ons for the 25-year-old, but it was not close to Brentford’s valuation of the attacker, who is priced in excess of £60m.
However, while United are pursuing their interest and they may return with a bigger package, they are adamant they will not repeatedly increase their bid as they aim to be disciplined in the transfer market.
Mbeumo has attracted interest from a host of other clubs but wants to join United as part of their summer rebuilding.
Brentford’s attitude has always been that every player has his price but they are reluctant to sell for below that and while Mbeumo has a lone year left on his contract, the London club have an option to extend it.
Liverpool poised to sign Hungarian youngster
16:02
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Jack Rathborn
Liverpool look close to striking a deal for 20-year-old goalkeeper Armin Pecsi.
The Reds would pay a fee to make Pecsi the record sale for Hungarian club Puskas Akademia.
The player has agreed to join Liverpool, according to Fabrizio Romano, with the final hurdle an exact fee between the clubs.
Arsenal consider Kepa Arrizabalaga move to back up David Raya
15:49
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Jack Rathborn
Arsenal are looking into a potential deal to sign Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga.
The Spanish goalkeeper has a £5m release clause, reports Sky Sport Italia.
Kepa spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and has one more year on his deal at Stamford Bridge.
Kepa would provide competition and cover for David Raya.
Wilson in talks to stay at Newcastle
15:31
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Lawrence Ostlere
Callum Wilson has entered into talks to extend his stay with Newcastle.
The striker arrived on Tyneside from Bournemouth in 2020 and has made 130 appearances for the Magpies, including 22 last season as the team lifted the Carabao Cup and secured Champions League football.
Both Wilson and goalkeeper John Ruddy are out of contract at the end of June and Newcastle confirmed that discussions have begun with the pair about their futures at the club and the possibility of new deals.
The Magpies also announced that Jamal Lewis will leave in the summer following the expiration of his contract, while Lloyd Kelly's loan at Juventus will become permanent on June 30.
Arsenal 'advancing' talks for Benjamin Sesko
15:00
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Jack Rathborn
When is a transfer advancing and when is a transfer proceeding well?
Arsenal’s interest in Benjamin Sesko appears to be doing both, according to Fabrizio Romano.
A deal for the RB Leipzig striker, who will cost a huge sum, thought to be £75m, is thought to be edging closer.
Though no agreement is expected imminently.
Man United handed PSR boost after confirming major cut to wage bill
14:45
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Jack Rathborn
Manchester United cut their wage bill by £20m for the third quarter of the financial year which they believe will help them pass Financial Fair Play and fund Ruben Amorim’s summer spending spree.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s cost-cutting meant more than 250 staff lost their jobs – with a further 200 redundancies to follow – as United paid staff £71.2m for the first three months of 2025, down from over £91m a year earlier.
United’s salaries also reflected the departures of Marcus Rashford, one of the club’s top earners, who was loaned to Aston Villa and Antony, who was borrowed by Real Betis, and Tyrell Malacia, who went to PSV Eindhoven, as well as the reality they were not paying Champions League bonuses to players because they were in the Europa League.
Crystal Palace eye £45m Sporting star
14:30
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Jack Rathborn
Crystal Palace are keen on signing Sporting’s Ousmane Diomande, reports the Telegraph.
The Eagles, fresh from winning the FA Cup and with a potential European campaign after qualifying for the Europa League, have targeted the Ivory Coast international.
Rated at £45m, Diamande would be an expensive acquisition but could bring quality should Marc Guehi depart, with the England international’s contract set to expire in 2026.
Wirtz switch to Liverpool faces new twist
14:15
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Lawrence Ostlere
Liverpool’s chase of Florian Wirtz faces an added layer of complication with FC Koln wading into the transfer, demanding they are paid what they are due from any lucrative sale Leverkusen.
Leverkusen poached the young Wirtz from local rivals Koln and BILD reports that Koln’s president, Werner Wolf, said he is out to get a slice of the £100m+ transfer fee.
“We are looking into it. We know what we are entitled to and will fight for it,” Wolf said.
Man Utd given boost in pursuit of Gyokeres
14:01
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Lawrence Ostlere
Viktor Gyokeres is open to joining his former manager Ruben Amorim at Manchester United.
That’s according to TalkSport, who report that Sporting want £60m for the prolific striker, who has 97 goals in 102 games in Portugal.
Gyokeres is a wanted man, with Arsenal also interested in his signature and with Champions League football to offer, but United hope Amorim can persuade the Swede to move to Old Trafford.
And they will be buoyed by signs that the 27-year-old wants to join.
Man Utd submit increased bid for Mbeumo
13:45
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Lawrence Ostlere
Manchester United have submitted a new bid for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo, with multiple reports suggesting the latest offer is much closer to Brentford’s valuation of £60m.
United’s original bid of £45m and £10m in add-ons was rejected by the west London club, but they have wasted little time returning with a higher offer.
Manchester United again in direct club to club contact with Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 6, 2025
Second proposal ready after £45m plus £10m rejected as United are ready to get closer to Cunha valuation.
Mbeumo has been clear: he wants #MUFC. pic.twitter.com/eAvCg64vz9
Watford sign Marc Bola from Samsunspor
13:30
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Jack Rathborn
Watford have signed Marc Bola from Turkish side Samsunspor.
The 27-year-old previously featured in the Championship with Middlesbrough and has now joined the Hornets on a three-year deal.
“I can’t wait to get started,” the left-back said. “We really want to get promoted as a team. We’ve got big plans and I’m just happy to be on board.
“Personally, I just want to play as many games as possible. I have unfinished business in this league and I feel like this is the right club to be a part of to achieve that goal.”
The newest Hornet has landed ✈️
— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) June 6, 2025
Welcome to Watford, Marc! pic.twitter.com/3F0LshZl4w
Angel Gomes set to snub interest from Spurs and West Ham?
13:00
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Jack Rathborn
Angel Gomes is poised to join Marseille, according to RMC’s Fabrice Hawkins.
The English midfielder will sign a three-year contract after his Lille deal expires.
Tottenham and West Ham were also keen, but Gomes wants to remain in Ligue 1, with the lure of Champions League football proving another factor, despite Spurs also holding that card.
Darwin Nunez closer to Saudi move?
12:45
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Jack Rathborn
Al-Hilal remain keen on Liverpool's Darwin Nunez, according to French outlet Sports Zone.
The 25-year-old is a prime target after the Saudi club ended their interest in signing Victor Osimhen.
The Nigeria striker’s wages proved too much, with the final offer reaching as high as €35m per year, leaving Nunez as the next target.
Brighton target Morocco star
12:30
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Jack Rathborn
Brighton have begun talks with Marseille to sign Azzedine Ounahi.
Foot Mercato reports that the Morocco international, 25, has verbally agreed to join the Premier League side.
Ounahi thrived at Panathinaikos last season on loan, but the Greek side cannot afford the buy option, set at €11.5m, leaving an opportunity for the Seagulls.
DONE DEAL! West Ham sign Jean-Clair Todibo
12:00
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Harry Latham-Coyle
News of an incoming at West Ham - sort of. Jean-Clair Todibo spent last season on loan from Nice but has now completed a permanent switch, and should be a key part of Graham Potter’s defence next season.
City close in on Ait-Nouri
11:44
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Lawrence Ostlere
Are Manchester City close to securing a left-back? Both Sky Sports and The Telegraph suggest that a fee is set to be agreed with Wolves for Rayan Ait-Nouri, who will cost Pep Guardiola’s side somewhere in the region of £35m. Ait-Nouri’s deal could be done as soon as this weekend.
Club World Cup, Saudi money, PSR and No 9s: The factors driving the summer transfer market
11:15
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Harry Latham-Coyle
The chase for centre forwards is hotting up, then, with Manchester United and Arsenal both drawing up shortlists after Chelsea secured a new No 9 in Liam Delap. It’s one a few factors driving a slightly frenzied start to this summer window, as Miguel Delaney explores...
How Man United might line up with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo in the team
11:00
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Lawrence Ostlere
Manchester United’s drastic summer rebuild has begun in earnest with the £62.5m capture of Wolves’ Matheus Cunha all but rubber-stamped and the pursuit of Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo in full swing.
Following a disastrous season, a raft of players are set to leave the club with Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony among several high earners expected to depart, while Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelof, Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton have not been offered new contracts. Question marks also hang over the futures of Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro and Andre Onana.
Ruben Amorim has at least persuaded captain Bruno Fernandes to stay at the club after strong interest from Saudi Arabia, and the coach now needs his recruitment department to work some magic with no Champions League football to lure potential signings and sales required to meet profit and sustainability rules.
We know what formation Amorim will use next season, wedded as he is to 3-4-3. But which players will be in his starting XI and how will they line up?
Manchester United launch transfer bid for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo
10:35
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Richard Jolly
Manchester United have made a first formal approach for Bryan Mbeumo but have seen their bid rebuffed by Brentford.
United are understood to have offered in the region of £45m for the Cameroonian international, with a further £10m in performance-related add-ons, but Brentford are holding out for more than £60m.
Mbeumo has only a year left on his contract which gives United some leverage as they look to prise away the 25-year-old, who scored 20 goals and made seven assists in the Premier League last season.
Chelsea among clubs eyeing Mohammed Kudus
10:05
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Chelsea are among the clubs potentially considering a move for West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus. The Ghana international’s talent has been clear during his time in east London, though perhaps without finding the consistency the club have needed, and has a release clause of around £85m. Some reports suggest Graham Potter’s side could be interest in a cash plus player deal for goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, with a new shot-stopper needed at West Ham after Lukasz Fabianski’s departure.
Arsenal’s preferred striker is clear despite £75m price tag
09:51
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Miguel Delaney
Arsenal are continuing to do more work on Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, as they seek to secure a striker this window.
The club had gone into the window essentially deciding between the Slovenian and Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres, but it is understood Sesko is currently leading, with more names now considered as fall-back options.
Liam Delap left out of England Under-21s squad for Euros after Chelsea switch
09:39
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Liam Delap has been left out of the England Under-21 squad for this summer's European Championships with the striker set to be involved in the Club World Cup with new team Chelsea.
The 22-year-old forward, who signed for the Blues for a reported £30m this week, was part of Lee Carsley's provisional squad list but will not take the trip to Slovakia.
Carsley's squad was announced on Friday as the Young Lions bid to defend their 2023 crown, with Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton another notable absentee.
Gabriel signs new Arsenal contract
09:25
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Lawrence Ostlere
Gabriel has committed his future to the Emirates Stadium, in a big boost for Arsenal:
Gabriel is here to stay
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) June 6, 2025
Our number 6 has committed his future to The Arsenal
Grealish could return to Villa this summer
09:12
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Lawrence Ostlere
Jack Grealish could return to Aston Villa this summer, but his boyhood club face competition from Italy, The Mirror reports.
Grealish’s time at Manchester City appears to be over after a season on the periphery of Pep Guardiola’s squad.
But Villa are yet to make a formal approach, and AC Milan and Napoli are both interested in the England international should he prefer a move outside the Premier League bubble.
Arsenal's transfer hit-list 'revealed'
09:00
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Sky Sports, meanwhile, suggest that Real Madrid’s Rodrygo is on a transfer shortlist as an ambitious Arsenal eye several statement signings.
Nico Williams, Leroy Sane and Rogers are also said to be under consideration as Mikel Arteta seeks a new left winger to complement Bukayo Saka, entrenched on the opposite side.
Arsenal add Morgan Rogers to list of targets
08:48
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Harry Latham-Coyle
Arsenal’s hunt for forward resources continues apace, with The Times reporting that Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers is now on their list of targets. A deal for the England international would not come cheap, of course...
Transfer news live
08:05
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Lawrence Ostlere
Hello and welcome along as we follow another day in what has turned into a busy transfer window ahead of the Club World Cup, which begins next week.
