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Wenger says Club World Cup is a chance for 'everybody to develop'

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.

Arsenal close in on Kepa Arrizabalaga

Perhaps not the sort of signing that Arsenal will need to finally get over the line in the Premier League, but decent value, one would suggest - Kepa Arrizabalaga is close to a £5m move from Chelsea to provide back-up to David Raya.

Kepa Arrizabalaga spent last season with Bournemouth (PA Wire)

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 11:30

Joao Palhinha considering Bayern exit

Portuguese midfielder Joao Palhinha says that he is open to leaving Bayern Munich if he fails to receive more regular first-team football. The tough-tackling former Fulham player has struggled to force his way into Vincent Kompany’s preferred side, and though he has vowed to fight for his place if he remains in the Bundesliga, a move away could be an option.

“I still have three years left on my contract here at Bayern,” he told Sky Germany. “I need to talk to the coach and sporting director about whether I’ll get my chance here. If not, then we’ll see.

“My dream is to be successful here. It was incredibly tough getting here. Nothing in life is easy. I’m proud to have landed here. There’s no reason to be angry. I’ve won a title with Bayern and hope there is more to come. I will always fight, whatever the future holds.”

Joao Palhinha endured a tricky first season at Bayern Munich (Getty)

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 11:15

Rafael Leao wants to leave AC Milan?

The ears of a few clubs across Europe may prick up at a report from German journalist Florian Plettenberg, who understands that Rafael Leao has expressed a desire to leave AC Milan. Bayern Munich are among the possible suitors for the Portuguese forward.

Rafael Leao may be on the move (AP)

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 11:00

Club World Cup, Saudi money, PSR and No 9s: The factors driving the summer transfer market

It’s been a surprisingly busy start to the summer in the transfer market - Miguel Delaney explains the key factors driving the fast and furious early opening.

Five factors driving a transfer market frenzy this summer

It’s going to be a busy window for clubs, players and agents across Europe

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 10:45

Buying Florian Wirtz reveals Liverpool’s new ambition – and poses a question for Arne Slot

Were Liverpool to get a deal done for Florian Wirtz, it would be a real statement of intent. Richard Jolly explores the options it would give Arne Slot - and the one big question.

Liverpool return to Leverkusen with new record bid for Florian Wirtz

Liverpool’s initial bid of £109m was rejected by the Bundesliga club

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 10:30

Liverpool return to Leverkusen with new record bid for Florian Wirtz

Liverpool have made a second bid for Florian Wirtz, raising their offer to a club record £113m.

Bayer Leverkusen are believed to want €150m for the Germany international, who would prefer a move to Anfield.

Liverpool’s initial proposal came to £109m, including add-ons, but they have now submitted an improved offer with a greater guarantee of £100m.

Liverpool return to Leverkusen with new record bid for Florian Wirtz

Liverpool’s initial bid of £109m was rejected by the Bundesliga club

Richard Jolly8 June 2025 10:15

Andy Robertson responds to Liverpool links with Milos Kerkez

So a new left-back potentially in for Arne Slot - but his incumbent first-choice on that side of the back four won’t give up his spot easily...

Andy Robertson responds to Liverpool links with Milos Kerkez

Kerkez could replace Robertson as Liverpool’s starting left-back

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 10:00

Milos Kerkez leaves international camp as Liverpool move perhaps looms

It’s looking likelier and likelier that Milos Kerkez will be a Liverpool player this summer. The Bournemouth left-back has been released by Hungary from international duty, with the Mirror thinking this is due to his impending switch to Anfield.

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 09:45

Newcastle target Joao Pedro

Another club who potentially held interest in Bryan Mbeumo was Newcastle, though it seems they may have switched their attentions elsewhere. Brighton’s Joao Pedro is now a top target, The Telegraph believe.

Joao Pedro is a Newcastle target (Action Images via Reuters)

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 09:30

Why Tottenham have turned to Thomas Frank

Frank has done fine work with Brentford, establishing them as a Premier League constant over the last several seasons and threatening a real breakthrough campaign. Miguel Delaney explains why he’d be an ideal fit at Tottenham.

Harry Latham-Coyle8 June 2025 09:15