Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are among the clubs striking major deals as the summer transfer window nears its final month.
Liverpool have signed Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a £79m deal having beaten off interest from Newcastle to secure his signature. The Magpies held firm in their valuation of Alexander Isak who has now requested to ‘explore his options’ away from the club with a move to Liverpool seemingly slipping away.
Manchester United have completed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo who joins Matheus Cunha in Ruben Amorim’s new-look attack though the manager is still hopeful of securing a No.9 before the start of the season. Marcus Rashford has completed a loan move to Barcelona while Jadon Sancho is drawing interest from Juventus as the club also focus on outgoings.
Elsewhere, Arsenal have completed the signing of Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres, closing out a deal worth £63m for the forward. The Gunners have also confirmed the signing of Cristhian Mosquera in defence.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have their sights on a Dutch duo of Xavi Simons and centre-back Jorrel Hato.
All the latest updates, rumours and done deals will be covered in the blog below:
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Transfer news, rumours and done deals
- Alexander Isak eyes Newcastle exit with Liverpool and Chelsea considering situation
- Viktor Gyokeres completes move to Arsenal
- Gunners ramp up bid for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze
- Man Utd told Ollie Watkins is 'not for sale' after initial approach
- Liverpool’s Luis Diaz inching closer to Bayern Munich move
Liverpool’s Luis Diaz inching closer to Bayern Munich move
12:26
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Richard Jolly
Luis Diaz is getting closer to joining Bayern Munich with the German champions progressing in talks with Liverpool.
Head coach Arne Slot decided to omit Diaz from Saturday’s 4-2 defeat to AC Milan because of the situation surrounding the winger and doubts about his future.
Bayern have been in persistent dialogue with Liverpool after having an initial approach rebuffed and then an offer of £58.5m rejected.
Real Madrid preparing big bid for Man City's Rodri
12:20
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Mike Jones
The Sun says that Real Madrid are ready to make a £100m bid for Manchester City’s Rodri this summer.
Xabi Alonso has picked out the midfielder as a possible solution to strengthen Madrid’s defensive midfield play and wants to roll the dice on tempt Rodri back to Spain.
Rodri, who sat out most of the 2024/25 season through injury, is a key player for City and has two years remaining on his contract.
City will be reluctant to let him leave but if the offer is big enough it may persuade them to consider departing with the 29-year-old who’s fitness is still doubtful.
“Everyone knows how important Rodri is,” Pep Guardiola said during the Club World Cup.
“He is one of the best players in the world. When they're not in a team, they're missed.”
Nkunku exit 'almost guaranteed'
12:00
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Mike Jones
Christopher Nkunku is set to leave Chelsea this summer, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The exit “remains almost guaranteed” according to the Italian, with “several top clubs keen”.
Bayern Munich were known to be interested in the Frenchman in January, while Man Utd have also been linked in recent weeks.
The player is though to be valued at around £70m by the Blues.
Eddie Howe’s Newcastle admission opens door to Alexander Isak exit this summer
11:40
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Mike Jones
Eddie Howe has reiterated he is keen to keep Alexander Isak at Newcastle but has now admitted he cannot guarantee the striker will stay this summer.
Isak is missing Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Asia with what the club described as a minor thigh injury but after he asked to be able to explore his options of a move.
Liverpool had made an inquiry for Isak, though they also went on to sign the Newcastle target Hugo Ekitike, while Arsenal are other admirers of his and Al-Hilal are reportedly willing to give him a lucrative contract.
Howe admitted that Isak, who has three years left on his current deal, is not in talks about a new deal with Newcastle but underlined that he hopes his top scorer remains at St James’ Park, with the club facing a difficult decision.
"He is now in Newcastle getting his injury assessed,” said Howe, who is in Singapore, preparing for a friendly against Arsenal on Sunday. “Hopefully, he will be back soon and playing in the black and white shirt, that's what we want to see.”
Why Man United could be in pole position for Sesko
11:20
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Mike Jones
Fabrizio Romano has pointed to a key reason why Manchester United could be in pole position to sign Benjamin Sekso, and it is down to their head of scouting, Christopher Vivell.
Vivell is a former part of the Red Bull Group and knows Sesko, who plays for RB Leipzig.
United have made no official contact with Leipzig yet, but there is interest.
Mikel Arteta on signing Viktor Gyokeres:
11:10
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Mike Jones
The Arsenal manager said: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Viktor Gyokeres to the club.
“The consistency he has shown in his performances and availability have been outstanding, and his goal contributions speak for themselves.
"Viktor has so many qualities. He is a quick and powerful presence up front, with incredible goalscoring numbers at club and international levels.
"He brings a clinical edge with a high conversion rate of chances into goals, with his intelligent movement in the box making him a constant threat.
"We’re excited about what Viktor brings to our squad and are looking forward to start working with him. We welcome Viktor and his family to Arsenal."
Dan Burn responds to Alexander Isak speculation after Newcastle forward eyes transfer
11:00
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Mike Jones
Newcastle United defender Dan Burn gave his thoughts on the transfer speculation concerning teammate Alexander Isak as the 25-year-old striker faces a potential exit during the summer transfer window.
Isak has been the subject of ongoing rumours with his future at the Premier League club in doubt following reports that he wants to ‘explore his options’ during the summer.
Viktor Gyokeres on signing for Arsenal
10:50
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Mike Jones
“I just felt that it was the right club for me,” revealed Viktor Gyokeres after his announcement as a new Arsenal player.
“What I heard from Mikel and Andrea when I was speaking with them, and just what I've seen in the past years, how they've been playing football.
"When I was playing against Arsenal last season, I could really feel it was a very strong team and very difficult to play against.
“That made me choose Arsenal, and of course all the history the club has and the massive fanbase.
"It's been amazing to see all the support that they have already given me before I even arrived. That's what it's all about. It's going to be very nice to see them in the stadiums as well.”
Liverpool complete signing of Hugo Ekitike after seeing off late Man United interest
10:40
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Mike Jones
Liverpool have bought Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for a deal worth £79m and believe they have brought in a player who could become one of the best forwards in the world.
The Frenchman, whose fee is an initial £69m with a further £10m depending on bonuses, has signed a six-year contract at Anfield after passing a medical.
Liverpool saw off late interest from Manchester United for the 23-year-old, while Newcastle had offered £70m for Ekitike, which Eintracht rejected.
Leeds ready to increase Paixao offer
10:30
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Mike Jones
Leeds are ready to pay £28m plus add-ons for Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao says Sky Sports News.
Leeds’ opening bid of £26m, plus add-ons was not sufficient for the Dutch side and negotiations are ongoing.
Marseille also remain in talks and Roma continue to monitor the situation.
Chelsea and Arsenal battle for Simons
10:20
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Mike Jones
Xavi Simons has made his thoughts clear that he wants to leave RB Leipzig this summer.
Sky Sports say that there is some interest in the midfielder from Premier League clubs and that the player would be open to the move.
Arsenal and Chelsea were the two clubs named but both have been busy scouting out other targets this summer.
Bayern Munich are also said to be interested in Simons but won’t make any moves until later in the transfer window.
Simons’ fee could cost anywhere between €50-65m.
Gibbs-White signs new Forest contract
10:04
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Mike Jones
Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new three-year contract with Nottingham Forest.
Forest accused Tottenham of making an illegal approach for the midfielder with a £60m bid earlier this month.
Owner Evangelos Marinakis said: "Morgan is a special player – not just in terms of talent, but character and mentality. He represents everything we want this football club to be: he is a winner, talented, ambitious, fearless, and proud.
"There was significant interest from various clubs, but we were determined to build our future with Morgan at the heart of it. I promised our fans we would not only compete, but grow stronger and stronger every season. Today is another big step in that journey."
Rodrygo to Liverpool?
10:00
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Mike Jones
Could this really happen?
Foot Mercato in France are reporting that Liverpool have opened talks with Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.
The 24-year-old winger is out of favour under Xabi Alonso and could seek a move this summer.
Quite whether the Reds would want to spend big again, following Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz’s arrivals to bolster the front line, is unclear.
L’Equipe also detailed how Rodrygo would “without a doubt” replace Luis Diaz, should the Colombian international leave this summer.
Fulham still interested in Nelson
09:40
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Mike Jones
Fulham are the only club in the Premier League to not make a signing this summer.
But, they remain interested in re-signing Reiss Nelson on loan.
“Talks between the clubs are over a loan deal with a permanent element attached,” reports Sky Sports.
Newcastle’s handling of Alexander Isak transfer saga slammed by club legend Alan Shearer
09:20
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Mike Jones
Newcastle United’s handling of the Alexander Isak transfer saga has been slammed by club legend Alan Shearer.
The former Newcastle striker says the club made themselves look “ridiculous” on Thursday for claiming that Isak was injured amid reports he wants to explore a move away from the club.
Newcastle released a statement on Thursday morning to say the Swede would miss the club’s pre-season tour of Asia due to a minor thigh problem.
When will Viktor Gyokeres make his Arsenal debut?
09:15
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Mike Jones
Viktor Gyokeres is a new Arsenal player.
The Gunners have been trying to strengthen their forward line for most of the summer transfer window with attempts to bring RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko to the Emirates falling apart before a deal for Gyokeres was spread out over weeks of negotiations.
Arsenal finally secured their striker in a £55m deal, which could rise to £65m with related add-ons, and Gyokeres passed a medical on Saturday 26 July before flying out to Singapore to meet up with the squad for their pre-season tour.
Gunners sign centre-back Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia
09:00
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Mike Jones
Arsenal have signed centre-back Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia!
The Spanish defender, 21, turned pro with the La Liga club in 2021 after coming through their academy.
Mosquera then made 90 first-team appearances for Valencia.
He is also able to represent Colombia, having only played for Spain at under-21 level – though he won Olympic gold with the Spanish side last summer.
Building from the back.
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) July 24, 2025
Cristhian Mosquera is a Gunner ✍️ pic.twitter.com/ySYdBYXPY7
Manchester City set to re-sign James Trafford
08:43
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Richard Jolly
Manchester City will re-sign James Trafford for £27m after the goalkeeper rejected Newcastle to return to his former club.
City, who sold the 22-year-old to Burnley two years ago, activated the matching rights clause they put in that deal when Newcastle agreed a fee with the promoted club.
And Trafford, a long-term target for Eddie Howe, decided against going to St James’ Park in favour of a move to the former Premier League champions.
Trafford will sign a five-year deal, with City possessing the option to extend it for a further season, and personal terms have been agreed.
Man Utd told Ollie Watkins is 'not for sale' after initial approach
08:25
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Mike Jones
Manchester United have been firmly rebuffed by Aston Villa after an informal inquiry over a possible move for Ollie Watkins.
United made the inquiry on Thursday evening but were told that Watkins ‘is not for sale’.
Watkins is just one of a few strikers United have looked at along with others including Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko.
With a valuation of around £60m, Watkins is one of the cheaper options United are exploring and has proven Premier League quality.
If they do pursue a deal then it will be difficult to convince Villa to part ways with their man.
Arsenal complete Viktor Gyokeres signing
08:24
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Miguel Delaney
Arsenal have completed the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting, for a final fee of €63m (£55m) with a further €10m to potentially be paid in add-ons (totalling £64m).
The 27-year-old has signed a five-year contract.
The purchase marks the end of an 18-month hunt for a number-nine from Arsenal, who have been insistent on signing a goalscorer for the “here and now”.
Gyokeres’ arrival also marks the end of a hard period of negotiations with Sporting, who were insistent on more achievable add-ons. At one point, the deal dragged on and stalled over a potential add-on of €5m.
Alexander Isak eyes Newcastle exit with Liverpool and Chelsea considering situation
08:22
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Miguel Delaney
Alexander Isak wants to explore options at other clubs and a transfer away from Newcastle United, potentially throwing Eddie Howe’s summer plans into chaos.
The 25-year-old was not included in last week's friendly defeat to Celtic due to "speculation", and has now not travelled to Singapore for pre-season due to a thigh injury.
And Newcastle have been made aware that Isak is keen to consider his future elsewhere.
Arsenal ramp up bid for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze
08:21
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Mike Jones
Arsenal are aiming to swiftly move to secure Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze once the deal for Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres is complete.
The Independent understands the Swede is currently in London for his medical, allowing Arsenal to turn their attention to other targets.
Mikel Arteta‘s side are Eze's top choice, as has previously been reported by The Independent, and those close to the player are confident a deal will be done in the next few weeks.
Arsenal are hoping to agree a fee that comes to £60m, rather than the reported £68m clause, although on terms that are also amenable to Palace.
Although there has not yet been any formal contact between the two clubs, the suggestions are that both will be flexible, amid good relations between the two boardrooms.