The Athletic's Transfer DealSheet for Summer 2025

The sixth edition of The Athletic’s Transfer DealSheet for the summer 2025 transfer window is now available. The team, including David Ornstein, provides insights into ongoing deals. The regular summer transfer window is open until September 1, following a mini-window before the Club World Cup.

The information in the article follows The Athletic’s sourcing guidelines, with reporters speaking to multiple sources before involving the clubs. The analysis covers Europe's top clubs and the latest market news. This year, Chris Weatherspoon, The Athletic’s football finance writer, contributes to the transfer market analysis.

The article discusses Lionel Messi's contract situation with Inter Miami, set to expire at the end of 2025. While there is interest from Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, Miami is confident of retaining Messi. The article also covers Arsenal's signing of midfielder Christian Norgaard and their pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP.

Arsenal has announced the signings of Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martin Zubimendi, while terminating defender Takehiro Tomiyasu's contract. The club is also exploring potential signings like Noni Madueke and considering strengthening their academy sides.

Chelsea confirmed the signings of Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens. The club faces a €31 million fine from UEFA for financial rule breaches. Chelsea is looking to make sales to balance the squad, with potential interest in players like Mohammed Kudus and Ethan Nwaneri.

Newcastle is close to signing Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest. The club is also looking to appoint Martin Mark as a set-piece coach. The team is seeking reinforcements in key positions like goalkeeper, right-winger, and centre-back.

Tottenham is pursuing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham and exploring options for a full-back. The club is also considering the future of players like Cristian Romero and Son Heung-min.

Barcelona is focusing on Luis Diaz from Liverpool and monitoring Marcus Rashford. The club is working on resolving the futures of fringe players and considering the departure of Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

Real Madrid is open to the departure of Rodrygo and is looking to strengthen the left-back position. The club is also assessing the future of players like Ferland Mendy and Jacobo Ramon.

The Club World Cup is ongoing, with Real Madrid facing Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals. Discussions are centered around potential departures of players like Rodrygo and Ferland Mendy, as well as the future of Luka Modric and academy graduate Yusi Enriquez.

The Transfer DealSheet provides detailed insights into the ongoing transfer activities of various clubs in the summer 2025 window.