Chelsea Sign Delap for £30m; Liverpool Eye Kerkez for £45m
Key Takeaways
- Chelsea signed Liam Delap from Ipswich for £30 million on a six-year deal.
- Liverpool targets Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for £45m to strengthen their defense.
- Liverpool has reportedly signed Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for £29.5m.
- Man City agrees £46.3m deal with AC Milan for Tijjani Reijnders on a five-year deal.
- Son Heung-min is linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League after winning a trophy.
Top Stories
Chelsea signs Liam Delap from Ipswich for £30m.
On 2025-06-04, Chelsea confirmed the signing of Liam Delap from Ipswich for £30 million. Delap signed a six-year deal with the club.
Liverpool targets Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for £45m.
On 2025-06-04, reports indicated Liverpool's interest in finalizing a deal to sign Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for £45 million. Arne Slot is reportedly targeting Kerkez to strengthen the left-back position.
Liverpool reportedly signs Jeremie Frimpong for £29.5m.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Liverpool has already signed Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen for £29.5m this summer.
Man City agrees £46.3m Reijnders deal with AC Milan.
On 2025-06-04, Manchester City and AC Milan reportedly agreed to a £46.3 million (around €70m) deal for midfielder Tijjani Reijnders. The 26-year-old Netherlands international is expected to sign a five-year deal with City, who aim to finalize the deal for him to participate in the Club World Cup.
Son Heung-min linked with Saudi Pro League move.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Son Heung-min could leave Tottenham after achieving his ambition of winning a trophy. He is reportedly of interest to unspecified clubs in the Saudi Pro League.
Discipline Matters
Mudryk provisionally suspended for failing drug test.
Fan Zone
Premier League extends away ticket price caps.
On 2025-06-04, it was published that Premier League clubs have extended away ticket price caps.
Player Spotlight
Sels shines: Fourth-most saves in Premier League.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Matz SELS of Nottingham Forest/Belgium, was highlighted for his performance in the Premier League during the 2024-25 season, making 120 saves, the fourth most in the Premier League. Nottingham Forest qualified for European competition for the first time since the 1990s.
Sels shares Golden Glove, hailed as world's best.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Matz Sels shared the league's Golden Glove with Arsenal's David Raya. Forest coach Nuno Espirito Santo stated that Matz Sels is the best keeper in the world.
Team Updates
Premier League rejects rule change on related-party sales.
On 2025-06-04, Premier League teams decided against changing rules regarding the sale of fixed assets to related companies at their annual general meeting. The decision came despite some clubs' discontent over the existing rules, which have helped Chelsea meet profitability and sustainability rules.
Brailsford to scale back role at Manchester United.
On 2025-06-04 and 2025-06-05, it was reported that Brailsford will scale back his role at Manchester United.
Transfer News
Liverpool in talks for Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz.
On 2025-06-04, reports indicated that Liverpool remains in talks with Bayer Leverkusen regarding a potential club-record signing of Florian Wirtz.
Bournemouth faces defensive exodus: Huijsen to Real Madrid.
On 2025-06-04, reports indicated that Bournemouth is expected to lose several defensive players this summer. Real Madrid is activating Dean Huijsen’s £50m release clause, and Ilya Zabarnyi is a target for Paris Saint-Germain, while Milos Kerkez is likely to leave for Liverpool.
Chelsea seeks winger, pays £5m Sancho penalty to ManU.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Chelsea is seeking a new winger after opting not to make Jadon Sancho's loan permanent. Chelsea will pay Manchester United a £5m penalty fee for not triggering the £25m obligation to buy Jadon Sancho, despite him scoring in the Conference League final.
Chelsea eyes Dortmund's Gittens amid Mudryk uncertainty.
On 2025-06-04, reports indicated that Enzo Maresca is trying to persuade Chelsea to sign Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. This interest arises due to the uncertainty surrounding Mykhailo Mudryk's ban for a banned substance; Chelsea is monitoring Dortmund’s 20-year-old Jamie Gittens.
Milan's Maignan open to Chelsea move.
On 2025-06-04, reports suggested that Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan is open to a move to Stamford Bridge. He is considered a significant upgrade on Robert Sánchez and Filip Jörgensen for Chelsea, with Kepa needing to find a permanent move away from Chelsea.
Ramsdale in talks with West Ham for potential move.
On 2025-06-04, it was reported that Aaron Ramsdale is in talks with West Ham. This move could potentially lead to him being relegated from the Premier League for a fourth time with four different clubs.
Arsenal's Zubimendi deal uncertain due to player doubts.
On 2025-06-04, reports indicated that the £51m deal for Martín Zubimendi to Arsenal is uncertain. The Spanish midfielder has expressed doubt about his future, suggesting a potentially long summer with unknown outcomes.
Man Utd bids £55m for Mbeumo, faces wage demands.
On 2025-06-04, Manchester United reportedly submitted an opening £55m bid for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo. Talks between the clubs are ongoing after Mbeumo reportedly rejected offers from Arsenal and Newcastle and is asking for over £200,000 per week in wages, with Matheus Cunha also a potential target.
Grealish may leave Man City to revitalize career.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Jack Grealish, 29, may leave Manchester City to revitalize his career.
Sancho expected to leave Man Utd after Chelsea rejection.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Jadon Sancho, 25, is expected to leave Manchester United after Chelsea opted not to make his move permanent.
Fresh Starts
Dewsbury-Hall needs move from Chelsea for playtime.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, 26, needs to move from Chelsea after failing to break into the first team.
Sterling needs Chelsea exit after Arsenal loan failure.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Raheem Sterling, 30, needs to leave Chelsea after an unsuccessful loan spell at Arsenal, where he failed to score in 17 league appearances.
Nkunku should leave Chelsea after injury-hit season.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Christopher Nkunku, 27, should leave Chelsea after injuries affected his debut campaign at Stamford Bridge.
Broja needs new club after loan struggles.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Armando Broja, 23, needs a change of surroundings after forgettable loan stints with Fulham and Everton.
Ferguson best served away from Brighton after loan.
As of 2025-06-04, it was reported that Evan Ferguson, 20, is best served away from Brighton after failing to break into the team, having spent the second half of the season on loan at West Ham.