Summer Transfer Frenzy Begins: Arsenal, United, Liverpool, and Chelsea Make Big Early Moves

Europe’s top clubs are wasting no time as the summer transfer window approaches, with Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea all pushing forward on high-profile deals.

Arsenal: Zubimendi and Sesko in Sight

Arsenal have made a strong early statement by triggering Martin Zubimendi’s £51 million release clause, receiving permission to arrange a medical for the Real Sociedad midfielder. The Gunners are also narrowing in on a long-needed striker, with Benjamin Šeško now their top target. The £92.5 million-rated RB Leipzig forward is viewed as the ideal addition up front.

Chelsea: Gyökeres Move Follows Delap Deal

Having secured Liam Delap, Chelsea are now making a bold move for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres. The Blues are looking to revamp their forward line and are also monitoring Hugo Ekitike, with talks underway between Frankfurt and Liverpool for the young Frenchman.

United: Cunha Secured, Bruno Decision Looms

Manchester United have confirmed their first key signing of the summer with Matheus Cunha set to join from Wolves in a £62.5 million deal. While United fans are still recovering from a dismal defeat to the ASEAN All-Stars, the club is pressing on with transfers. Captain Bruno Fernandes is expected to decide on a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia before week’s end.

Liverpool: Wirtz Battle with Madrid

Liverpool have launched a €100 million (£85m) bid plus add-ons for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, but Real Madrid have entered the race late and could hijack the deal. The Reds are closing in on both Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez and are in advanced discussions with Frankfurt over a possible £84 million deal for Hugo Ekitike, potentially beating Chelsea to the punch.

Tottenham Offered Leroy Sané

Tottenham Hotspur have been offered a chance to sign Leroy Sané on a free transfer, an option they are now seriously considering to boost their attacking width. The German winger is reportedly open to a Premier League return.

Transfer Window Not Open — But Deals Already Flying

With the summer window yet to officially open, the pace of business underscores the urgency at Europe’s elite clubs to secure key targets early, avoid late-window bidding wars, and strengthen ahead of a competitive 2025–26 season.