Transfers

Lionel Messi, his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their children are “happy” at Inter Miami, but MLS retirement plans could still change.

Joao Pedro has made his preference clear amid a high-profile tug-of-war between Chelsea and Newcastle. The £60 million-rated Brighton star is leaning toward a move to Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea intensifying negotiations after their initial £58 million bid was rebuffed by the Seagulls. The Brazilian forward is now the Blues’ top target after they seal the deal for Jamie Gittens.

With the spending power among the elite clubs now greater than ever, there is likely to be a host of eye-watering deals in the coming weeks

Cristiano Ronaldo has explained why he turned down “some offers” from teams at the FIFA Club World Cup in order to sign a new contract with Al-Nassr.

Nico Williams has reportedly asked for a registration guarantee from Barcelona before completing his move from Athletic Club. The Blaugrana are closing in on a deal for the winger, with club president Joan Laporta already confirming that Barcelona will pay the player's €58 million (£49m/$67m) release clause. The Spaniard has also made up his mind to join the Catalan side.

Jamie Gittens is set to become a Chelsea player, after an agreement was reached with Borussia Dortmund for the winger.

Paul Pogba could not hold back tears after signing his contract for Monaco on Saturday. The French midfielder is all set to return to a football pitch after a near two-year exile due to a doping ban. The midfielder has been without a club since November last year when Juventus terminated his contract after a mutual agreement, but the 32-year-old has now signed a two year contract with the Ligue 1 team.

Al-Nassr have reached an agreement with veteran Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus as they are all set to appoint him as their next head coach. Jesus, who left Al-Hilal at the end of the 2024-25 campaign, will return to the Saudi Pro League this summer and unite with compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo. The 70-year-old will replace Italian manager Stefano Pioli.

Atalanta star Ademola Lookman is looking to leave the Italian club this summer as Arsenal have rekindled their interest in the forward. The former Everton player is reportedly looking to return to the Premier League as he wants to take the next step in his career. Other than the Gunners, Juventus have also shown interest in the player.

Jarell Quansah has had his medical booked in ahead of the young Liverpool defender completing a move to Bayer Leverkusen.

Monaco have confirmed the free signing of French midfielder Paul Pogba, ending the ex-Manchester United star's long wait for a new club. Pogba has not played since September 2023 as he served an 18-month-long doping ban. He became a free agent last year after mutually terminating his Juventus contract and then saw his ban come to an end in March.

Chelsea and Newcastle United learned about Joao Pedro's asking price after the Magpies saw an ambitious £50 million ($68m) offer rejected by Brighton. Despite signing Liam Delap from Ipswich, the Blues are still looking for more forwards, while Eddie Howe is yet to complete his first signing of the summer transfer window.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen has outlined the terms Barcelona must agree to fulfil if he is to leave this summer, despite wanting to stay.

Thomas Muller has spoken about his future plans ahead of his exit from Bayern Munich, addressing rumours linking him with a move to Inter Miami.

The transfer saga around Viktor Gyokeres has taken another twist, as Sporting CP make a key concession with the striker's future uncertain.

Ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has warned Florian Wirtz that his £116m price tag will put a target on his back.

Barcelona's conditions to sign Marcus Rashford have been revealed, with the Manchester United outcast facing a wait if he is to sign for the club.

Arsenal are mulling over an approach for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, as they look to strengthen the left side of their attack ahead of next season.

Darts sensation Luke Littler has slammed a Manchester United star with 'no future' at Old Trafford and talked up a deal for Bryan Mbeumo.

Raphinha has sung the praises of Barcelona transfer target Nico Williams, despite the pair potentially battling for a starting spot in the future.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has firmly shut down any speculation surrounding the possible departure of teenage defender Josh Acheampong. Despite mounting interest from clubs across both England and Europe, the Stamford Bridge hierarchy has made it clear that the 19-year-old is staying put, at least for now.

Liverpool are closing in on a deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, continuing a summer spending spree for the Premier League champions.

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are in talks to sign a former Premier League star who plays alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.

Arsenal have received a potential breakthrough in their long-standing interest in Benjamin Sesko, with reports suggesting that RB Leipzig may be willing to negotiate a lower fee than initially demanded. The Premier League club has been actively searching for a top-tier striker this summer, and Sesko has consistently remained their preferred option.

In a fresh act of protest, the mural featuring Nico Williams in Bilbao has once again been desecrated, just hours after it had been lovingly restored. The backlash from certain Athletic Club fans has escalated as the Spain international edges closer to a transfer to rivals Barcelona, a move that has sparked visible anger among the Basque community.

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Joao Felix could be on the verge of a homecoming as Benfica reportedly weigh a £25.6 million offer for the forward, whose form has declined significantly since he left Portuguese shores in 2019. The Chelsea attacker, currently under contract until 2031, endured an uninspiring loan spell at AC Milan last season, and now finds himself at a crossroads once again.

Liverpool are prepared to play the waiting game as they aim to complete the "dream transfer" of Alexander Isak this summer.

Tottenham and West Ham are both considering swoops for Aston Villa's £40 million-rated midfielder Jacob Ramsey.