The summer transfer window is accelerating as Premier League clubs intensify efforts to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool, and Manchester United are all active in the market, with several high-profile deals in progress.
Arsenal pursue Julian Alvarez
Arsenal have reignited their interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and are optimistic about completing a deal before pre-season begins. According to The Independent, the Gunners have been encouraged by a lack of competition from other clubs. Atletico Madrid are unwilling to negotiate with La Liga rivals Barcelona, while Paris Saint-Germain are satisfied with their attacking options. Arsenal have set a maximum budget of £90 million, but Atletico are demanding over £100 million. Negotiations are ongoing to bridge the gap.
Manchester United close in on Youri Tielemans
Manchester United have scheduled a medical for Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans, who is expected to undergo tests within the next 24 hours. The Belgian international is seen as a key addition to United's midfield after the club moved on from other targets. United have already confirmed Andrey Santos as their first summer signing, while links to Manu Kone persist.
Chelsea intensify defensive pursuits
Chelsea have made a third bid for defender Pep Chavarria, with a deal reportedly imminent. The club has also offered Crystal Palace a player-plus-cash deal for Maxence Lacroix, valued at around £47 million, which would see Trevoh Chalobah move to Selhurst Park. Chalobah spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Palace but has since returned to Chelsea as a first-team regular. Meanwhile, new manager Xabi Alonso confirmed at his unveiling that Alejandro Garnacho is in talks to leave the club, with a £43 million price tag reported.
Tottenham target Eli Junior Kroupi
Tottenham are working on a deal for Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, who reportedly rejected a move to PSG. According to Football Insider, Spurs are willing to spend £85 million on the 20-year-old Frenchman. Kroupi scored 13 Premier League goals last season, becoming the highest-scoring teenager in a debut league campaign, surpassing Robbie Fowler and Robbie Keane. Tottenham have already spent over £200 million on Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, and Jan Paul van Hecke this window.
Leandro Trossard heads to Besiktas
Arsenal winger Leandro Trossard has agreed to join Besiktas on a three-year deal with an option for a one-year extension. The Turkish club will pay a package worth €20 million (£17 million). Trossard gave the green light after considering all options, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Other notable moves
Djed Spence has attracted interest from Inter Milan following his impressive performances at the World Cup. The Tottenham full-back could be tempted by a move to Serie A, with Inter reportedly adding him to their shortlist. Thibaut Courtois has agreed to extend his contract at Real Madrid until summer 2027, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 34-year-old goalkeeper has been with the club since 2018. Michail Antonio revealed he left West Ham after being offered a £5,000-per-week contract to play with the under-21s, following a broken leg sustained in a car accident in December 2024. He described the offer as disrespectful given his decade-long service.
