2025 Summer Transfer Window Summary (Ongoing updates!)
As the 2025 summer transfer window draws to a close, European football's top leagues have witnessed record-breaking spending, strategic squad rebuilds, and high-profile transfers. Camel Live will provide you a comprehensive breakdown of the most significant moves across the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1, based on verified data from credible sources .
1. Premier League: A Record-Breaking Spree
1. Liverpool FC: Midfield & Attack Reinvention
Liverpool’s summer revolved around bold attacking upgrades and defensive reshuffles.
Florian Wirtz (£125m, attacking midfield, Bayer Leverkusen), a creative dynamo tasked with revitalizing their attack.
Hugo Ekitike (£65m, centre-forward, Eintracht Frankfurt), adding physicality to the forward line.
Milos Kerkesz (£48.9m, left-back, Bournemouth) .
Jeremie Frimpong (£40m, right-back, Bayer Leverkusen).
Giovanni Leoni (£11m, centre-back, Parma) adds future depth.
Alexander Isak（£125 million, Striker, Newcastle United) He has scored 62 goals in 109 appearances for the St. James’ Park club.
2. Arsenal FC: Title-Chasing Depth
Arsenal targeted proven quality to sustain their title challenge.
Martin Zubimendi (£70m, defensive midfield, Real Sociedad), a ball-winning anchor to solidify the engine room.
Eberechi Eze (£69.3m, attacking midfield, Crystal Palace)
Victor Gyokeres (£68.8m, centre-forward, Sporting CP) adds goalscoring prowess.
Noni Madueke (£58m, right winger, Chelsea)
Kepa Arrizabalaga (£8m, Chelsea) provides goalkeeping depth.
Piero Hincapié ( €6 million loan fee, €43 million buyout option, Bayer Leverkusen)
Piero has a real physical presence, with his versatility and tactical flexibility giving us strong added defensive options. He is a big character, with a very good combination of both youth and maturity. He will make our squad stronger and more competitive as we continue into this season.
3. Chelsea FC: Youth-Centric Rebuild
Chelsea continued their youth-focused strategy, signing six players under 23.
João Pedro (£63.7m, centre-forward, Brighton), a clinical finisher primed to lead the line.
Jamie Gittens (£58m, left winger, Borussia Dortmund) brings pace
Jorrel Hato (£44.18m, left-back, Ajax) bolsters the defense.
Liam Delap (£33.5m, centre-forward, Ipswich).
Estêvão (£34m, right winger, Palmeiras).
Dário Esugo (£22.27m, defensive midfield, Sporting CP).
4. Manchester City: Strategic Reinforcements
Manchester City prioritized midfield and defensive depth.
Tijjani Reijnders (£55m, central midfield, AC Milan) arrives as a versatile operator
Rayan Aït-Nouri (£36.8m, left-back, Wolves) solves left-back concerns.
Rayan Cherki (£36.5m, Olympique Lyon) adds flair.
James Trafford (£11.2m, Burnley) provides competition for Ederson.
Teenager Sverre Nypan (£15m, central midfield, Rosenborg) is a long-term project.
5. Manchester United: Attacking Overhaul
Ruben Amorim overhauled United’s attack with three marquee signings.
Benjamin Šeško (£78.5m, centre-forward, RB Leipzig) brings pace and finishing.
Bryan Mbeumo (£75m, right winger, Brentford), a proven Premier League creator.
Matheus Cunha (£74.2m, second striker, Wolves) adds link-up play, forming a dynamic front three.
6. Tottenham Hotspur: Versatile Upgrades
Tottenham targeted depth across positions.
Mohammed Kudus (£68.3m, right winger, West Ham) arrives as a dynamic attacker.
Mathys Tel (£35m, centre-forward, Bayern Munich) adds youthful exuberance.
Kevin Danso (£25m, centre-back, Lens).
Luka Vuskovic (£11m, centre-back, Hajduk Split).
Kota Takai (£8m, centre-back, Kawasaki Frontale).
João Palhinha (loan fee, defensive midfield, Bayern Munich).
2. La Liga: A Tale of Three Giants
1. FC Barcelona: Pragmatic Additions Amid Financial Constraints
Barcelona’s transfer activity reflects fiscal prudence, focusing on low-cost signings, loans, and young talent to plug gaps:
Incomings
Joan García (24, Spain, Goalkeeper)
From: Espanyol | Fee: €25.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
A homegrown reinforcement: The former Espanyol shot-stopper (and La Masia graduate) returns to challenge Marc-André ter Stegen. His €25m fee signals Barcelona’s commitment to domestic goalkeeping depth.
Roony Bardghji (19, Sweden, Right Winger)
From: FC Copenhagen | Fee: €2.50m | Market Value: €7.50m
A bargain prospect: The Swedish teen, renowned for dribbling and creativity, joins for a fraction of his potential value. Barcelona bets on his raw talent to evolve into a long-term attacking option.
Marcus Rashford (27, England, Left Winger)
From: Manchester United | Fee: Loan Transfer | Market Value: €60.00m
A high-profile loan: Rashford arrives on loan to inject immediate pace and finishing into Barcelona’s attack. With limited funds, the loan allows leveraging a proven Premier League star without heavy investment.
2. Real Madrid: Star-Powered Defensive Overhaul
Real Madrid has targeted elite talent to reinforce its defense and attack, blending youth and experience in signature Galáctico style:
Incomings
Dean Huijsen (20, Netherlands, Centre-Back)
From: Bournemouth | Fee: €62.50m | Market Value: €60.00m
Defensive gem: Huijsen (a former Real Madrid youth player) returns to Spain as a long-term successor to Éder Militão. His €62.5m fee underscores elite potential.
Álvaro Carreras (22, Spain, Left-Back)
From: Benfica | Fee: €50.00m | Market Value: €35.00m
Homegrown talent: The academy product returns from Benfica to challenge Ferland Mendy, with attacking prowess fitting Carlo Ancelotti’s wing-back system.
Franco Mastantuono (18, Argentina, Right Winger)
From: River Plate | Fee: €45.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
The next big thing: Dubbed “Argentina’s Next Messi,” Mastantuono joins as a generational talent, with Real Madrid betting on his future stardom.
Trent Alexander-Arnold (26, England, Right-Back)
From: Liverpool | Fee: €40.00m | Market Value: €75.00m
Strategic masterstroke: Alexander-Arnold’s arrival shocks the market. Real Madrid plans to convert him into a hybrid midfielder, leveraging his vision and passing range.
3. Atlético de Madrid: Wholesale Squad Refresh
Atlético has orchestrated a sweeping overhaul, signing eight players to address every position—from defense to attack—aiming to close the gap on Real Madrid and Barcelona:
Incomings
Alex Baena (23, Spain, Left Winger)
From: Villarreal | Fee: €42.00m | Market Value: €55.00m
Creative spark: Baena, a La Liga veteran with 10+ assists last season, bolsters Atlético’s left flank. His €42m fee reflects status as one of Spain’s most promising attackers.
David Hancko (27, Slovakia, Centre-Back)
From: Feyenoord | Fee: €28.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
Defensive steel: The Slovakian international adds physicality and aerial dominance, replacing aging options like Stefan Savić.
Johnny Cardoso (23, USA, Central Midfield)
From: Real Betis | Fee: €24.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
Midfield energy: The American midfielder brings dynamism and ball-winning skills, complementing Atlético’s trademark grit.
Giacomo Raspadori (25, Italy, Second Striker)
From: Napoli | Fee: €22.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
Attacking versatility: The Euro 2020 winner offers flexibility across the frontline, covering for Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata.
Thiago Almada (24, Argentina, Attacking Midfield)
From: Boca Juniors | Fee: €21.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
Creative flair: Fresh off a Copa Libertadores triumph, Almada adds technical quality—departing from Atlético’s usual defensive focus.
Matteo Ruggeri (22, Italy, Left-Back)
From: Atalanta BC | Fee: €17.00m | Market Value: €16.00m
Youthful defense: The rising Italian star replaces Renan Lodi, bringing pace and attacking instincts to the left-back role.
3. Serie A: Juventus Rebuilds, Milan Shines
1. SSC Napoli: Defensive Solidarity and Wing Reinforcement
Napoli’s transfer strategy focuses on shoring up defense and revitalizing the flanks after losing key attackers (e.g., Giacomo Raspadori to Atlético Madrid):
Incomings
Kevin De Bruyne (34, Belgium, Attacking Midfield)
From: Manchester City | Fee: Free Transfer | Market Value: €20.00m
Though 34, the Belgian icon’s arrival is no mere farewell tour; it’s a statement of intent from a Scudetto-chasing Napoli, hungry for creative spark and elite experience.
Sam Beukema (20, Netherlands, Centre-Back)
From: Bologna | Fee: €61.00m | Market Value: €28.00m
A generational defensive prospect: The Dutch teen, already a starter at Bologna, arrives for a premium fee. His composure and ball-playing ability signal Napoli’s intent to build a long-term defensive core.
Noa Lang (28, Netherlands, Left Winger)
From: PSV Eindhoven | Fee: €25.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
Proven Eredivisie threat: Lang, a consistent goalscorer and creator in the Netherlands, replaces Raspadori’s attacking output. His €25m fee reflects reliability in the final third.
Rasmus Hojlund
Napoli has officially announced that Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund has joined the club on loan.
The transfer fee for Hojlund includes a €6 million loan fee and a €44 million mandatory purchase fee (to be triggered upon the fulfillment of specified conditions). If Napoli successfully completes the purchase of Hojlund, the club has further added a release clause of over €80 million to the contract.
2. Inter Milan: Youthful Midfield Overhaul
Inter prioritizes rejuvenating its midfield with hungry, versatile talents, balancing experience and potential:
Incomings
Luis Henrique (23, Brazil, Right Midfield)
From: Marseille | Fee: €23.00m | Market Value: €25.00m
Brazilian flair: Henrique’s dribbling and crossing add creativity to Inter’s right flank, offering a dynamic alternative to veteran wings.
Ange-Yoan Bonny (21, France, Centre-Forward)
From: Parma | Fee: €23.00m | Market Value: €20.00m
Raw striking potential: The French U21 international joins as a long-term project, providing depth behind Lautaro Martínez.
3. Juventus FC: Wing Dominance and Defensive Steel
Juventus targets explosive wingers and proven defensive depth to reclaim Serie A dominance:
Incomings
Francisco Conceição (22, Portugal, Right Winger)
From: FC Porto | Fee: €23.00m | Market Value: €28.00m
Portuguese dynamo: The Porto academy graduate brings blistering pace and one-on-one skill, aiming to replicate compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo’s wing impact.
Nico González (27, Argentina, Right Winger)
From: Fiorentina | Fee: €28.10m | Market Value: €24.00m
Established Serie A threat: González, a consistent goalscorer for Fiorentina, adds immediate firepower and competition on the right flank.
Lloyd Kelly (26, England, Centre-Back)
From: Newcastle | Fee: €17.20m | Market Value: €16.00m
Premier League-proven reliability: Kelly’s aerial prowess and reading of the game strengthen a defense seeking stability after Matthijs de Ligt’s exit.
4. AC Milan: Defensive Midfield and Backline Reinforcement
AC Milan focuses on fortifying its spine—midfield and defense—with physical, tactically astute signings:
Incomings
Luka Modrić (39, Croatia, Central Midfield)
From: Real Madrid | Fee: Free Transfer | Market Value: €6.00m
At 39, the Croatian icon defies retirement, trading Bernabéu glamour for San Siro grit in a move that bridges eras for both player and club.
Ardon Jashari (23, Switzerland, Defensive Midfield)
From: Club Brugge | Fee: €36.00m | Market Value: €32.00m
Swiss enforcer: Jashari’s aggressive tackling and leadership anchor the midfield, replacing the departed Sandro Tonali’s grit.
Samuel Ricci (23, Italy, Defensive Midfield)
From: Torino | Fee: €23.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
Homegrown class: Ricci, a Serie A veteran with 100+ appearances, adds technical quality and positional awareness to Milan’s midfield rotation.
Pervis Estupiñán (27, Ecuador, Left-Back)
From: Brighton | Fee: €17.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
Premier League-tested dynamism: Estupiñán’s overlapping runs and defensive tenacity upgrade Milan’s left flank, replacing Theo Hernández’s attacking output.
4. Bundesliga: Bayern Dominates
Bayern’s summer signings focus on plugging immediate gaps and adding long-term potential:
Luis Díaz (28, Colombia, Left Winger)
From: Liverpool | Fee: €70.00m | Market Value: €70.00m
The headline arrival: Díaz joins from Liverpool in a straight-swap fee deal, bringing blistering pace, dribbling, and Premier League-proven attacking threat. His arrival directly replaces the departed Kingsley Coman, bolstering Bayern’s left flank for both Bundesliga and Champions League campaigns.
Jonathan Tah (29, Germany, Centre-Back)
From: Bayer Leverkusen | Fee: €2.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
A bargain addition: Tah, a seasoned Bundesliga defender with 200+ top-flight appearances, joins on a cut-price deal (likely due to a expiring contract). His physicality and leadership add depth to a center-back unit facing potential turnover.
Tom Bischof (19, Germany, Central Midfield)
From: TSG Hoffenheim | Fee: €0.30m | Market Value: €30.00m
The future core: A prodigious talent from Hoffenheim, Bischof arrives as a low-cost investment. His technical ability and engine position him as a long-term successor to Bayern’s aging midfielders.
Nicolas Jackson
Bayern Munich has stated in an official announcement that it has completed the signing of Nicolas Jackson on loan from Chelsea, with a one-season loan term and a buyout option attached to the deal.
€16.5 million, and an additional €65 million will be payable if the buyout clause is triggered
5. Ligue 1: Paris Splashes
PSG’s transfer activity targets critical gaps in defense—centre-back and goalkeeper—with signings that blend immediate impact and long-term potential:
Ilya Zabarnyi (22, Ukraine, Centre-Back)
From: Bournemouth | Fee: €63.00m | Market Value: €62.00m
A Premier League-Proven Prodigy: Zabarnyi’s rise at Bournemouth transformed him into one of Europe’s most sought-after young defenders. His physicality, aerial dominance, and ability to initiate attacks from deep align perfectly with PSG’s style. The €63m fee underscores his status as a generational talent, poised to anchor PSG’s defense for years.
Lucas Chevalier (23, France, Goalkeeper)
From: LOSC Lille | Fee: €40.00m | Market Value: €30.00m
Homegrown Goalkeeping Excellence: Chevalier emerges from Lille as France’s next top goalkeeper, renowned for his reflexes, command of the box, and distribution. For PSG, the €40m investment not only adds competition in goal but also nurtures 本土 (homegrown) talent, aligning with the club’s long-term visio
