The transfer window is now open in most European countries, and that means only one thing: a summer of rumours and rumblings has arrived, and we will report on all the big stories and confirmed deals right here!
17:50 CET – CONFIRMED – Tottneham have made their fourth signing of a busy start to the transfer window after confirming the signing of backup keeper Martin Dubravka.
Read more about the signing here.
16:20 CET – CONFIRMED – Fenerbahce have confirmed the signing of talented Senegal teenage forward Amara Diouf on a five-year deal.
Read more about the deal here.
15:04 CET – Real Madrid look set to go all out in their efforts to sign Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez, and we took a look at how that move would impact both clubs – read our analysis here.
11:25 CET – Flashscore's transfer expert Dean Jones is reporting that Aurelien Tchouameni's Real Madrid future remains uncertain and that Manchester United have identified him as a top midfield target.
Read more about the transfer rumour here.
09:50 CET – Good morning, the first story to bring you this morning comes from Fabrizio Romano. The Italian has reported that Sporting Lisbon are closing in on the signing of Real Betis midfielder Sergi Altimira.
23:25 CET – According to a number of reliable reports this evening, Chelsea have swooped in for Marco Palestra, and are on the verge of agreeing a €55 million deal with Atalanta to sign the right wing back.
The Italian spent this season on loan at Cagliari.
19:59 CET – CONFIRMED – Barcelona goalkeeper Inaki Pena is set to join Greek side Panathinaikos on a three-year deal.
Read more about the transfer here.
14:57 CET – CONFIRMED – After initially joining on loan in the winter, Barcelona have now signed Al Ahly forward Hamza Abdelkarim on a permanent deal until 2029.
Read about that here.
14:52 CET – Reports from Spain this afternoon are claiming that Real Madrid have decided that Chelsea player Enzo Fernandez is the man they want to bolster their midfield, and they have now turned their attention firmly to the Argentine.
10:30 CET – A bit of a surprising story emerging to start the day. The iPaperSport are reporting that Tottenham are exploring a deal for Marcus Rashford but are unwilling to pay his release clause as things stand. However, they do also say that the England forward is a top priority for Roberto De Zerbi.
23:07 CET – Argentina star Julian Alvarez has been speaking out after his side's win at the World Cup, and he has now officially confirmed that he wants to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.
"I want to fulfil my dream. I have spoken with the people at the club that I needed to speak to. The best thing for my future is a transfer," he said.
Could a move to Barcelona be back on the cards?
21:28 CET – More reports are coming out this evening of Arsenal's very serious interest in Morgan Rogers, with Ben Jacobs and Fabrizio Romano both stating that the Aston Villa man is their top target, and they are working hard to complete a deal.
16:45 CET – The Sun Sport's Manchester United transfer expert, Samuel Luckhurst, has reported this afternoon that Man United are willing to listen to offers well below the price they paid for Manuel Ugarte to get the Uruguayan off their books.
11:13 CET – Our feature writer, Jason Pettigrove, has written a piece on why Cody Gakpo would be a smart signing for Tottenham to make this summer, with the Dutch forward being linked to a move in recent weeks.
Read it all here.
08:40 CET – The Daily Mail are reporting that Newcastle United want to sign Chelsea forward Liam Delap this summer but that Chelsea are demanding a fee in the region of £40M.
23:49 CET – Ben Jacobs has reiterated an earlier report that Arsenal are in with a good chance of signing Aston Villa and England star Morgan Rogers this summer.
19:07 CET – If they get Tonali, it could be a case of one midfielder in and one midfielder out at Spurs, with David Ornstein reporting that young Swede Lucas Bergvall has told the club he wants to leave this summer.
16:30 CET – According to our in-house transfer expert, Dean Jones, Tottenham are preparing an improved offer for Newcastle star Sandro Tonali, after their opening bid for the Italian midfielder worth around £80 million was rejected.
Read all about that story here.
13:42 CET – Manchester United and Liverpool are among the sides interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, with the Germany international valued at around £50m, according to reports.
10:40 CET – As per our transfer insider Dean Jones, Chelsea are determined to avoid a transfer saga surrounding key midfielder Enzo Fernandez this summer, amid growing links with a move to LaLiga giants Real Madrid.
Read more here!
18:50 CET – Following reports that Real Madrid are considering a sensational bid for Bayern Munich superstar Michael Olise, Los Blancos have released a statement saying they have "not had any direct or indirect contact with the player, his representatives, or individuals in his circle."
Read more about that development here!
16:19 CET – According to reports, Liverpool are keen on Rayo Vallecano right-back Andrei Ratiu, with the Reds already having held talks with the 28-year-old's representatives.
14:25 CET – Brazil international Casemiro, a free agent after leaving Man Utd at the end of the season, is heading to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. As per Fabrizio Romano, the midfielder and the MLS club have reached an agreement.
Read more here.
12:21 CET – CONFIRMED – In what is a truly remarkable story, Ronaldinho – yes, that Ronaldinho – has come out of retirement and signed for third-tier Italian club Ravenna.
The Brazilian has also become a shareholder, and there's little doubt that he joins more to boost the profile of the club than contribute on the pitch, but they do reportedly intend to use him next season.
09:29 CET – According to MARCA, Real Madrid are considering a sensational bid for Bayern Munich superstar Michael Olise, with Los Blancos prepared to offer as much as €220m to sign the Frenchman.
23:53 CET – Fabrizio Romano is exclusively reporting this evening that Brighton have made a second bid for Spurs defender Luka Vuskovic worth £45 million, and the clubs remain locked in negotiations. Additionally, the highly rated 19-year-old is keen on a move to secure more playing time.
19:10 CET – Flashscore's feature writer Jason Pettigrove has written a piece about why Arsenal should consider replacing duo Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard with PSG and France superstar, Bradley Barcola, this summer.
Read the full story here.
16:35 CET – CONFIRMED – Athletic Club have announced that Yuri Berchiche will stay for a ninth season at the club.
Read the full story here.
11:20 CET – The other major story emerging this morning is coming from The Athletic, who are reporting that Tottenham have joined Man United in the race to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes.
Read more about this story here.
10:00 CET – Good morning! The headline transfer story circulating this morning comes from Fabrizio Romano, who is reporting that Manchester City are closing in on an agreement with Nottingham Forest for England star Elliot Anderson.
20:45 CET – CONFIRMED – Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of Dutch international centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke from Premier League rivals Brighton for an undisclosed fee. Currently at the World Cup, van Hecke has signed a "long-term contract" with Spurs.
Read more about the deal here.
20:33 CET – Liverpool are having a busy day in the transfer market according to David Ornstein, who reports the Premier League side have informed RB Leipzig of their intention to bid up to €100m for Yan Diomande, who impressed for Ivory Coast in their World Cup opener against Ecuador.
Leipzig are keen to keep hold of the teenager, with Paris Saint-Germain another reportedly interested party.
20:13 CET – CONFIRMED – Following reports earlier today that Liverpool were attempting to hijack Newcastle's attempts to sign Victor Munoz from Osasuna, The Reds have now confirmed the signing of the winger, subject to a work permit, having reportedly activated his €40 million release clause.
19:23 CET – CONFIRMED – Bayern Leverkusen have completed the signing of Portugal under-21 international Afonso Moreira from Porto for a deal reported to be worth €30 million. The winger has signed a five-year deal with the Bundesliga club.
15:09 CET – Another exclusive from Fabrizio Romano: Arsenal have lodged their first official bid to sign Leicester's incredibly highly rated 16-year-old, Jeremy Monga, with the player keen on a move. The deal is expected to be complete.
12:52 CET – Newcastle must be sick of the sight of Liverpool. Fabrizio Romano has exclusively revealed that the Reds have hijacked the Magpies' deal for Osasuna winger Victor Munoz, activating his €40 million release clause and agreeing personal terms with the player.
11:14 CET – CONFIRMED – Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Ibrahima Konate on a permanent deal after the defender left Liverpool at the end of the 2025/26 season.
That follows fellow Premier League star Bernardo Silva who has also joined Jose Mourinho's Blancos.
10:43 CET – Although World Cup fever has well and truly taken over, one man who didn't make England's World Cup squad but who is attracting a lot of interest this summer is Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton.
Read more about Premier League giants circling for his signature through our transfer expert, Dean Jones.
18:38 CET – Arsenal have been linked with several central midfielders this summer, and according to Talksport's Alex Crook, the Gunners are very keen on Bournemouth's Alex Scott and are contemplating making an approach. The Cherries value the Englishman at £80 million.
11:32 CET – CONFIRMED – Real Madrid have announced the free signing of former Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva in what is a hugely significant signing for new manager Jose Mourinho.
Read more about the deal here.
10:20 CET – Good morning! The top story from overnight comes from Flashscore's very own transfer expert, Dean Jones, on Luka Vuskovic's future. Dean reported that Brighton are leading the race for his signature as his stock continues to rise.
Read more about it here.
19:40 CET – It is being widely reported in England and the Netherlands that Tottenham and Brighton have reached an agreement that will see Netherlands centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke join the North London club for £52 million.
18:58 CET – West Ham's Mateus Fernandes is in high-demand this summer, and the latest team to be linked with the Portuguese international is LaLiga giants Real Madrid.
Our football features writer, Jason Pettigrove, has taken a closer look at why Fernandes would be a good signing for Jose Mourinho's side – read more here!
16:45 CET – Fabrizio Romano has reported that Bernardo Silva has signed a two-year deal with Real Madrid, with the option to extend. The club should thus announce his transfer, after leaving Manchester City as a free agent, imminently.
16:26 CET – According to David Ornstein, Dutch international Crysencio Summerville is high among the candidates Manchester United are considering as a possible left-wing signing.
11:24 CET – CONFIRMED – Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid have announced that centre-back Antonio Rudiger has signed a new deal at the club, with the German extending his stay until June 2027.
09:59 CET – As per Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have entered the race to sign Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, with manager Roberto De Zerbi identifying the Italian as a key target.
23:25 CET – CONFIRMED – Udinese have announced the permanent signing of Nicolo Zaniolo, who had been on loan at the club from Galatasaray, on a deal until 2029. Galatasaray will reportedly receive a €5 million fee and keep 50% of his sell-on clause.
19:15 CET – One man who is attracting attention this window, and not for the first time, is Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. The Englishman is linked with the likes of Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Manchester United.
Our football features writer, Jason Pettigrove, dove into some of the data to see why Man City, specifically, might be willing to break the bank for the big man.
Read that piece of analysis here!
18:30 CET – Darwin Nunez could be set to return to Liverpool in what would be an incredible move this summer.
The Reds have been offered the chance to bring back the Uruguay international for free this summer after he mutually agreed to terminate his contract with Al Hilal at the end of the season.
Read all about that story here.
11:19 CET – CONFIRMED – LaLiga giants Real Madrid have announced the signing of Marc Cucurella from Chelsea in a deal worth €55m plus €5m add-ons. The Spaniard's contract with Los Blancos is valid until June 2032.
Read more on Cucurella's move here.
09:25 CET – As reported by Flashscore's transfer insider Dean Jones, Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall remains a key target for Manchester United, with the Red Devils hoping that Marc Cucurella's move to Real Madrid helps them land the Englishman for a realistic fee.
Read more here!
18:08 CET – In a quite stunning development that feels more like a FIFA or FM signing than real life, Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Real Madrid have agreed a deal with Chelsea for the signing of full-back Marc Cucurella!
That would be a big signing for the returning Jose Mourinho as Real continue to make deals happen early on in this summer window. What's next?
14:54 CET – Lille's highly-rated midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who was so impressive in Morocco's draw with Brazil, spoke exclusively to The Athletic on his future, with clubs like Arsenal and PSG reportedly circling.
“I’m really happy to know that some clubs are interested in me, but for now I’m only focused on the WC, and we will try to give everything to do our best," he said.
08:20 CET – Flashscore transfer reporter Dean Jones is reporting that Chicago Fire are pushing to sign Robert Lewandowski, with the Polish forward leaving Barcelona once the transfer window opens.
Read more about the deal here.
19:05 CET – According to the reliable Florian Plettenberg from Sky, Tottenham Hotspur have swiftly rejected Brighton's first bid for Croatian wonderkid Luka Vuskovic. The Seagulls' €35 million bid already seemed low and has now been shot down by Spurs.
With a verbal agreement reportedly already in place between club and player, Brighton are set to up their bid.
17:15 CET – Bundesliga side Hoffenheim have wasted no time putting an end to rumours suggesting they'd gone after 50-million-rated youngster Said El Mala, using his name in a pun that, unfortunately, translates poorly into English.
"It's been a long time since I read such a rumour," the club said, officially taking them out of the fight for the Koln star.
13:25 CET – According to reports, Liverpool's Cody Gakpo is open to leaving the club this summer, with Newcastle United, Bayern Munich, and Tottenham having all shown an interest in the versatile Dutch forward.
Read more about that here!
10:00 CET – Good morning! The big story coming out this Saturday morning from the Daily Mail is that Jarrad Branthwaite is attracting interest once more from European giants like Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Manchester United.
18:30 CET – After baulking at Nottingham Forest's asking price for Elliot Anderson, Manchester United have reportedly turned their attention to Mateus Fernandes of West Ham.
Portugal international Fernandes has been linked with a transfer to one of Europe's top clubs since the Hammers' relegation from the Premier League, but he could cost as much as £80 million.
17:00 CET – As per our resident Dutch football expert, Paul Winters, Ajax are looking to add Marc-Andre ter Stegen or Yann Sommer to fill their vacant goalkeeping spot.
After appointing former Girona manager Michel as their new boss, the Amsterdam giants are allegedly looking to add a senior goalkeeper to the squad as well. Transfer guru Nicoló Schira has reported that Ter Stegen and Sommer are at the top of the list for the former Champions League winners.
Read more on that story here.
13:29 CET – Brighton & Hove Albion have lodged a £30m bid to sign Tottenham Hotspur's Luka Vuskovic, with the 19-year-old favouring a move to the Seagulls, as reported by David Ornstein.
09:34 CET – According to our transfer expert Dean Jones, Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli is attracting interest from several of Europe's elite clubs, including Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.
Read more here!
21:55 CET – Fresh off Real Madrid announcing the return of head coach Jose Mourinho, Fabrizio Romano has reported that soon-to-be free agent Bernardo Silva is set to join Los Blancos as well, in what would be a huge boost to their midfield.
The Portuguese maestro announced his departure from Manchester City at the end of the 2025/26 season after nine years and more than 450 appearances at the Premier League giants.
18:10 CET – Flashscore's transfer insider Dean Jones has been told by sources that Chelsea are very keen on trying to convince Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers to sign for them over London rivals Arsenal.
Read all about that story here!
16:50 CET – As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are closing in on a deal worth over €30m for Osasuna winger Victor Munoz, although LaLiga giants Real Madrid have a 50% sell-on clause and buy-back clause for the highly-rated Spaniard.
13:17 CET – Liverpool are being linked with a big-money move for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery, with the Reds reportedly prepared to pay over €65m to secure the 20-year-old this summer.
09:58 CET – According to David Ornstein, Man City's rejected proposal for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson was worth a staggering £106m plus add-ons, taking the total figure to around £120m.
23:18 CET – Newcastle's Sandro Tonali could be subject to a bidding war this summer, with Serie A giants and Manchester United all interested in the midfielder, and Flashscore's Dean Jones has given an update on the situation – click here to read what our sources are saying.
19:07 CET – CONFIRMED – Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of Argentine defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer, with the 29-year-old's contract at Bournemouth expiring this summer.
Read more on the deal here.
16:25 CET – According to talkSPORT and other outlets, Bournemouth have placed an £80 million valuation on key midfielder Alex Scott, with both Liverpool and Manchester United keeping tabs on the Englishman.
14:16 CET – Bayer Leverkusen have won the race to sign Hertha Berlin's highly-rated 16-year-old midfielder Kennet Eichhorn, as reported by the Athletic's David Ornstein.
11:47 CET – CONFIRMED – Wolves have re-signed club legend Raul Jimenez, with the striker moving back to the Old Gold on a two-year deal with an option for an additional 12 months.
The Mexican scored 57 goals in 166 appearances during his first spell at Molineux between 2018 and 2023.
10:55 CET – Michael Carrick's Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a shock move for Karl Darlow, with the 35-year-old goalkeeper out of contract at Leeds United this summer.
08:58 CET – As per our transfer expert Dean Jones, Barcelona retain an interest in signing Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez this summer despite a dramatic failed attempt from Real Madrid, who saw a €150 million bid for the striker rejected on Tuesday.
Read more here!
19:24 CET – Some remarkable news is coming out of Spain. Real Madrid have confirmed that they have made an official €150 million bid for striker Julian Alvarez, but Atletico Madrid have rejected that offer!
Florentino Perez did promise a massive move today, and he has delivered. Is that the end of this saga, though?
Read more here!
13:30 CET – Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio is reporting that Real Madrid are working to determine whether Arsenal are willing to negotiate a deal for Riccardo Calafiori this summer.
10:55 CET – CONFIRMED – Wolves have announced the signing of former Newcastle full-back Kieran Trippier on a two-year deal in the club's first signing since their relegation to the Championship.
10:05 CET – Good morning and welcome back to what promises to be a big day of transfer speculation. Overnight, Flashscore's transfer guru Dean Jones reported that Chelsea have put out-of-favour star Alejandro Garnacho up for sale.
Read more about that deal here.
21:02 CET – Mateus Fernandes is going to be a man in demand this summer after West Ham's relegation, and transfer guru Fabrizio Romano is reporting that the club have set a fixed price of £85 million for the player, amid interest from Manchester United.
20:57 CET – According to reliable sources, Matteo Moretto and Fabrizio Romano, Juventus are very keen on Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, and have begun talks as they explore a deal.
16:40 CET – One player set to leave Manchester this summer is Jahmai Simpson-Pusey. The defender, currently on the books at Manchester City, has reportedly agreed a deal to sign for Koln.
According to German transfer expert Florian Plettenberg, has signed a four-year deal after impressing on loan last season.
09:00 CET – Good morning and welcome to what is a big week in the world of football. Despite the World Cup taking the headlines this week, there are still some big transfer stories expected. Now that Florentino Perez has won the Real Madrid Presidential elections, is this the week we see a bid go in for Michael Olise?
One rumour that has emerged this morning from Caught Offside is that Manchester United are preparing an opening £80M bid for Sandro Tonali, but Newcastle will likely demand an offer closer to £100M.
21:51 CET – Brighton CEO Paul Barber has confirmed to TalkSPORT that the club have rejected multiple bids for Dutch centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke from Tottenham.
16:45 CET – According to transfer journalist Nicolo Schira, Real Madrid attacker Brahim Diaz is a target of both Juventus and AS Roma this summer, with Arsenal also keeping tabs on the player's situation. Real are said to value the 26-year-old at between €45 million and €50 million.
13:19 CET – Fabrizio Romano has reported that Manchester United have completed the signing of Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who will sign a four-year deal with the Premier League club.
Read more here.
09:50 CET – Good morning, we have a few interesting Premier League rumours to get you going on this fine Sunday. Firstly, Fulham are reportedly weighing up a move for Chelsea striker Liam Delap, who hasn’t quite settled at Stamford Bridge yet.
Staying in London, champions Arsenal are allegedly eyeing Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White as a potential alternative to Morgan Rogers, their number one attacking target for next season. Either Morgan would be a statement addition!
In the other direction, Arsenal winger Leandro Trossard could be one of the players leaving the Emirates this summer. Turkish giants Besiktas have identified him as their priority signing as they look to rebuild under new head coach Vincenzo Italiano.
Lastly, a day doesn’t go by without a new Real Madrid rumour, and the word this morning is that Los Blancos have added West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes to their list of targets. The Hammers are prepared to sell for around £80 million, according to reports.
20:24 CET – According to our transfer expert, Dean Jones, Manchester United are exploring a potential move for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, as Michael Carrick's side look to strengthen their midfield ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Read more here!
17:55 CET – Reports have emerged from Croatia that Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol is considering his future in the wake of Pep Guardiola's departure from the club.
Gvardiol has reportedly made himself available to Real Madrid via his representatives. City, meanwhile, are preparing an improved contract offer for the Croatian and won't accept anything less than €90 million for the 24-year-old.
11:36 CET – As per Ben Jacobs, Manchester United are considering making a move for Brentford and Brazil striker Igor Thiago, who the London club value at around £70 million.
07:30 CET – Good morning! Kicking off our transfer tracker for the day, we have an update on the situation surrounding Bayern Munich's Michael Olise, who is rumoured to be the player that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is set to bid €150 million for, once re-elected.
According to Flashscore sources, no amount of money would be enough to prise him away from the German giants. Rather than being concerned about the interest, Bayern are set to stand firm.
14:45 CET – Plenty of interest is already being rumoured around Givairo Read. The young Dutchman, according to Fabrizio Romano, is being watched by Manchester City and Bayern, having been monitored since the end of 2025.
12:06 CET – With Mohamed Salah leaving Liverpool this summer, the Reds are lining up a star replacement and could it be recent Champions League winner Bradley Barcola?
Our transfer expert, Dean Jones, has the latest.
09:04 CET – Tottenham are searching for reinforcements in their backline, and reports from The Athletic this morning indicate they are stepping up their chase for Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke.
A bid has been submitted for the Dutchman – however, it has been rejected as Brighton feel it is under his valuation.
08:33 CET – Our transfer guru, Dean Jones, is reporting that Flashscore sources believe Newcastle United want to sign Manchester City keeper James Trafford this summer and that the Magpies are confident a deal can be struck.
Find out more about the potential deal here.
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