Transfer Window Ins and Outs: European Giants Getting Ready for the Summer
May 28, 2025
As the football transfer window approaches, the biggest clubs across Europe, including Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea, Manchester United and Barcelona, are planning their strategies. Major moves are anticipated, as clubs look to strengthen their squads to face the new season.
The upcoming football transfer window is creating a buzz among Europe's leading clubs. This year, the window is structured slightly differently due to the Club World Cup, but teams have already started mapping out their strategies based on their budget and needs.
Liverpool, enjoying a solid financial footing, are looking to fill the gap at right back left by Trent Alexander-Arnold's departure. Meanwhile, Arsenal appear set to be aggressive in the transfer market, with a striker high on their must-have list. Manchester City are also planning a midfield revamp and a possible right-back signing, while Chelsea are eyeing a potent center forward, a winger, and a center back upgrade. Manchester United are looking to overhaul their team with a focus on a striker and a forward, and Barcelona is eyeing a new goalkeeper, center back and striker.
Newcastle United, having complied with the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) last summer, are in a better position this year and are monitoring potential transfers. The club is keeping a close eye on Liam Delap at Ipswich and Brighton & Hove Albion's João Pedro.
On the other hand, Tottenham Hotspur, having won the Europa League, are financially well-off and their primary focus is on a central midfielder and a backup left back. Barcelona have a settled team, but they are looking to strengthen their squad, with a priority on another forward to cover Raphinha and Lamine Yamal.
Real Madrid, after a season of underperformance, are eyeing defensive and midfield reinforcements, with Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold already on their radar. Bayern Munich is focused on signing Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, while Paris Saint-Germain, with a robust financial situation, are looking for a right-footed center back and a midfielder.
In summary, the upcoming transfer window promises to be bustling with activity, as top European clubs aim to bolster their squads to face the upcoming season's challenges.