Latest Football Transfers Summer 2025: Deals & Rumours LIVE

Latest Football Transfer News: All Summer 2025 Deals and Rumours (Live Updates)

Transfer Analysis by

Gary Redknapp

Football Transfer Specialist • Updated: June 19, 2025

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 - 14:30 GMT

Transfer Window Overview

The summer 2025 transfer window is in full swing following an unprecedented format. The window began with an early period for Club World Cup participants (June 1-10) and now continues with the main transfer window running from June 16 to September 1, 2025. This comprehensive guide covers all confirmed football transfers 2025, the hottest transfer rumours, and expert market analysis.

Transfer Window:	June 16 - September 1, 2025
Early Window:	June 1-10, 2025 (Club World Cup participants)
Total Spending:	£365M+ (confirmed deals)
Major Deals:	15 confirmed transfers over £20M

Major Confirmed Transfers Summer 2025

TOP Most Expensive Transfers

Player	From		To	Transfer Fee	Status
Florian Wirtz Midfielder, 21	Bayer Leverkusen	→	Liverpool	£116.5M	Confirmed
Matheus Cunha Forward, 26	Wolverhampton	→	Manchester United	£62.5M	Confirmed
Dean Huijsen Defender, 19	Bournemouth	→	Real Madrid	£50.0M	Confirmed
Tijjani Reijnders Midfielder, 26	AC Milan	→	Manchester City	£46.6M + £12.6M	Confirmed
Milos Kerkez Defender, 21	Bournemouth	→	Liverpool	£40.0M	Confirmed
Franco Mastantuono Midfielder, 17	River Plate	→	Real Madrid	£38.5M	Confirmed
Rayan Ait-Nouri Defender, 23	Wolverhampton	→	Manchester City	£31.0M + £5.3M	Confirmed
Rayan Cherki Midfielder, 21	Lyon	→	Manchester City	£30.5M	Confirmed
Liam Delap Forward, 21	Ipswich Town	→	Chelsea	£30.0M	Confirmed
Mathys Tel Forward, 19	Bayern Munich	→	Tottenham	£30.0M	Confirmed
Jeremie Frimpong Defender, 24	Bayer Leverkusen	→	Liverpool	£29.5M	Confirmed
Estêvão Willian Forward, 18	Palmeiras	→	Chelsea	£29.0M	Confirmed
Jean-Clair Todibo Defender, 24	Nice	→	West Ham United	£25.4M	Confirmed
Giorgi Mamardashvili Goalkeeper, 24	Valencia	→	Liverpool	£25.0M	Confirmed
Kevin Danso Defender, 25	Lens	→	Tottenham	£21.0M	Confirmed
Fer Lopez Midfielder, 21	Celta Vigo	→	Wolverhampton	£19.6M	Confirmed
Dario Essugo Midfielder, 20	Sporting CP	→	Chelsea	£18.0M	Confirmed

Other Notable Confirmed Transfers:

Enzo Le Fee (Roma → Sunderland): £19.35M
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (Tottenham → Marseille): £16.8M

Major Transfer Rumours and Developments

Transfer Rumours by Club

Player	Current Club		Interested Club	Rumoured Fee	Status
Viktor Gyokeres Forward, 26	Sporting CP	→	Arsenal	£86.0M	Offer Submitted
Alexander Isak Forward, 24	Newcastle United	→	Liverpool	£75.0M	Monitoring
Benjamin Sesko Forward, 21	RB Leipzig	→	Arsenal	£65.0M	Top Priority
Martin Zubimendi Midfielder, 25	Real Sociedad	→	Arsenal	£51.3M	Advanced Talks
Bryan Mbeumo Forward, 25	Brentford	→	Manchester United	£40.0M	3rd Bid Expected
Yoane Wissa Forward, 27	Brentford	→	Tottenham	£25.0M	Interest
Jadon Sancho Winger, 24	Manchester United	→	Napoli	£25.0M	Interest

Arsenal

Targets: Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad (advanced talks), Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig (top priority), Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP (initial offer submitted).

Liverpool

Major Deal: Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen (£116.5M - medical expected), Jeremie Frimpong (already signed), monitoring Alexander Isak from Newcastle.

Manchester United

Targets: Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford (third bid expected, player prefers United over Tottenham), Yoane Wissa from Brentford (interest).

Departures: Jadon Sancho to Napoli (needs salary reduction, United prefer £25M permanent sale).

Tottenham Hotspur

Targets: Interest in Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa from Brentford, but Mbeumo reportedly prefers Manchester United.

Players on the Radar (Multiple Club Interest)

Most Sought-After Players Summer 2025: Several high-profile players are attracting attention from multiple top clubs, creating potential bidding wars as the window progresses.

Transfer Window Analysis: Trends and Predictions

Impact of Club World Cup on Early Transfers

The introduction of an early Club World Cup transfer window (June 1-10) has significantly impacted transfer activity. Clubs participating in the tournament were able to complete deals earlier, leading to a more spread-out transfer market compared to previous years.

This early window allowed clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester City to secure key signings before the main window opened, potentially setting the tone for the entire summer.

Financial Fair Play Impact

Financial Fair Play regulations continue to influence transfer strategies across Europe. Many clubs are being forced to sell players to comply with FFP regulations, creating opportunities for cash-rich clubs to secure top talent.

Key FFP Impacts:

Increased player sales to balance books
More loan deals with purchase options
Creative payment structures with add-ons
Focus on young talent development

Most Active Leagues and Clubs

£180M

Premier League Spending

£95M

La Liga Spending

£65M

Serie A Spending

£45M

Bundesliga Spending

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Transfers

When does the summer transfer window 2025 open and close?

The main summer transfer window runs from June 16 to September 1, 2025. There was also an early window for Club World Cup participants from June 1-10, 2025.

What is a "release clause" in football?

A release clause is a predetermined amount written into a player's contract that allows other clubs to automatically trigger the player's release by paying that specific fee, without needing to negotiate with the selling club.

What do "add-ons" mean in transfer fees?

Add-ons are additional payments that become due based on specific conditions being met, such as the player making a certain number of appearances, the club winning trophies, or the player achieving individual milestones.

How do clubs make money from transfers?

Clubs profit from transfers by selling players for more than they originally paid, developing academy players and selling them, and through sell-on clauses that provide a percentage of future transfer fees.

What is Financial Fair Play (FFP)?

Financial Fair Play is a set of regulations designed to prevent clubs from spending beyond their means and accumulating unsustainable debt. It limits losses and requires clubs to balance their books over specific periods.

How does the transfer process work?

The transfer process involves: 1) Club interest and initial contact, 2) Permission to speak with the player, 3) Personal terms negotiation, 4) Medical examination, 5) Contract signing and official announcement.

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Conclusions and Outlook

Summer 2025 Transfer Window Summary

The summer 2025 transfer window has already proven to be one of the most exciting in recent years, with record-breaking deals and surprising moves reshaping the football landscape.

Key Takeaways:

Manchester United's £62.5M Cunha signing sets the tone for ambitious Premier League spending
Real Madrid's early business shows their continued commitment to young talent acquisition
Liverpool's pursuit of Wirtz could break their transfer record
Arsenal's multiple targets suggest a major squad overhaul
Financial Fair Play continues to influence club strategies significantly

What to Expect: With over two months remaining in the transfer window, expect continued high-profile moves, particularly as clubs finalize their squads for the new season. The Premier League clubs appear to be leading spending, while La Liga and Serie A clubs are being more selective due to financial constraints.

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