Transfer Talks: Top Football Clubs Make Moves for Key Players

European football clubs are making significant strides in the transfer market, with several high-profile players on the move.

By Chris Posiano

July 10, 2025 at 2:20 AM

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Several European football clubs are making substantial efforts to bolster their squads ahead of the new season, with multiple high-profile players rumored to be on the move.

Napoli is reportedly eager to secure the services of Manchester United and Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho, with the Serie A club aiming to finalize a £45 million deal for the 21-year-old.

Meanwhile, Manchester United is optimistic about securing a deal for Brentford and Cameroon striker Bryan Mbeumo, 25, in time for the forward to join their pre-season tour of the United States.

Arsenal's pursuit of Sporting and Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 27, has hit a snag due to disagreements over the player's value and contract terms.

Newcastle United has turned down a third bid from Leeds United for English midfielder Sean Longstaff, 27, indicating that the Magpies are holding firm on their valuation of the player.

In other news, Al-Hilal is reportedly interested in RB Leipzig and Slovenia forward Benjamin Sesko, 22, as well as Crystal Palace's French forward Jean-Philippe Mateta, 28.

Aston Villa and Brighton are keeping tabs on highly-rated Benin attacking midfielder Rodolfo Aloko, 18, who currently plays for Croatian side NK Kustosija.

Manchester United is reportedly contemplating a significant price drop to sell English winger Jadon Sancho, 25, as they look to revamp their squad.

Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are among the Premier League clubs showing interest in Manchester City and England Under-21s midfielder James McAtee, 22.

Liverpool is considering joining Arsenal in the race to sign Real Madrid and Brazil winger Rodrygo, 24, especially if they lose Colombia winger Luis Diaz, 28, to Barcelona.

Additionally, Portuguese winger Chiquinho, 25, has departed from Wolves to join Alverca in Portugal on a permanent deal, with Wolves retaining a 40% sell-on clause.

Lastly, Brighton is open to loaning Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson to Roma, but the deal is pending approval from the 20-year-old player.