Pablo Torre, 22, transfers from Barcelona to RCD Mallorca for more minutes. Despite strong performance, he faced tough competition. The €5M deal includes buyback and sell-on clauses for Barça.
Newcastle United is intensifying its pursuit of Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike, with discussions centering on a potential club-record €86m bid. The prolific French U21 striker, previously a target for PSG and other Premier League giants, scored 22 goals last season.
The race for Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios heats up as Roma, Nottingham Forest, and Benfica escalate their bids. Coveted by new Roma coach Gasperini, Rios's value soared past €30m after his Club World Cup heroics.
AC Milan faces a defensive headache as their pre-season tour kicks off with a severe full-back shortage. Coach Max Allegri is forced to improvise, with Alexis Saelemaekers and Tommaso Pobega potentially filling unfamiliar roles amidst ongoing transfer struggles.
New Napoli defender Sam Beukema earns strong endorsement from ex-teammate Stefano Beltrame, who touts Beukema's 'unrivaled competitiveness' and expects him to thrive at Stadio Maradona under Antonio Conte after his €30m transfer from Bologna.
Palmeiras has reportedly rejected bids from Roma, Wolves, and Nottingham Forest for midfielder Richard Rios, holding out for their £30m valuation. The Brazilian club's firm stance signals a tough negotiation ahead.
Chelsea dominated the Club World Cup, securing both the trophy and an impressive £84m in prize money. This new tournament format is significantly reshaping club finances globally, offering unprecedented windfalls, especially for smaller teams like Auckland City.
Real Madrid has opted against activating Nico Paz's buy-back this summer, with Xabi Alonso prioritizing defensive reinforcements. Despite an expired option, Paz's stellar performance at Como under Cesc Fabregas ensures Real will monitor him closely for a potential 2026 return.
AS Roma is reportedly in talks with Brighton for Evan Ferguson (loan with option) and Matt O'Riley (potential loan with obligation). Despite their challenging seasons, both players are high on new Roma coach Gasperini's wishlist.
Napoli's long-anticipated acquisition of Sam Beukema is finally confirmed, with the €30M deal and medicals set to finalize. This move was planned for months, despite other transfer rumors.
