The 2025 summer transfer window is heating up, and several Premier League clubs have already stolen the spotlight with blockbuster moves. Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United are at the center of the action, and fans have been hit with a whirlwind of updates as the biggest clubs reshape their squads for next season.
First and foremost, Arsenal has finally completed the much-anticipated signing of Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for a fee of €65 million. The 26-year-old Spanish midfielder, long admired by Mikel Arteta, will be unveiled soon and is expected to join the Gunners for pre-season training. Though the agreement was sealed in May, the deal is now officially confirmed, bringing an end to months of speculation.
Zubimendi is widely regarded as one of the most technically gifted midfielders in La Liga and is expected to add composure, tactical discipline, and elite ball progression to Arsenal’s engine room. The payment will be made in structured installments, giving Arsenal flexibility in their financial planning while locking in one of Europe’s most sought-after midfield generals.
Liverpool, meanwhile, has shattered transfer records with the acquisition of Bayer Leverkusen sensation Florian Wirtz. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder joins the Reds in a deal worth €150 million including add-ons, making him not only Liverpool’s most expensive signing but also the most expensive Premier League signing in history. The German playmaker has taken the Bundesliga by storm and was instrumental in Leverkusen’s historic league title win in 2024.
Negotiations were intense, with Liverpool submitting a third official bid of £100 million plus £14 million in add-ons last week. After finalizing key clauses and payment structure with Leverkusen, the Reds have now secured a generational talent whose creativity, vision, and clinical finishing could redefine their attack for years to come.
This signing marks a statement of intent from new Liverpool boss Ruben Amorim, who is reportedly looking to reshape the team’s identity after a transitional period. Wirtz had also attracted interest from Manchester City and Bayern Munich, but Anfield was his preferred destination, a decision that could prove pivotal to Liverpool’s future.
Wirtz, who debuted for Leverkusen at just 17, has amassed 57 goals in 197 appearances and boasts seven international goals for Germany. His arrival follows Liverpool’s earlier capture of Jeremie Frimpong from Leverkusen in a £34 million deal, signaling a deeper partnership between the two clubs.
On the red side of Manchester, United are finalizing a move for Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, with only the medical tests left to complete. The 25-year-old forward has long been on United’s radar and is seen as a versatile option who can provide width, goals, and work rate in the attacking third. The club’s need for reinforcements is urgent after a disappointing 15th-place finish in the league.
Following the exit of veterans Christian Eriksen, Victor Lindelöf, and Jonny Evans, United has already snapped up Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million. However, more firepower is required, and Mbeumo is viewed as a key target ahead of a potential second wave of signings, which may include Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyökeres.
Speaking of Gyökeres, Arsenal is also in pursuit of the Sporting striker as a contingency plan should their primary deal for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško collapse. However, sources close to the club suggest that Arsenal has made significant headway in the Šeško negotiations. The Gunners have reportedly agreed on personal terms with the 22-year-old Slovenian striker, and only the final agreement with Leipzig remains to be finalized.
Šeško’s release clause stands at €80 million, but Arsenal is optimistic about reaching a compromise or a payment structure that aligns with their budget. The striker is believed to be keen on the move and sees the Emirates as the perfect destination to elevate his career. This optimism from the club could see the deal completed in the coming weeks.
Šeško’s arrival would offer Arteta a potent goal-scoring option capable of leading the line or playing alongside Gabriel Jesus. His physicality, finishing, and off-the-ball movement have made him one of Europe’s most coveted young forwards.
Elsewhere in the market, United are also exploring their options after missing out on Ipswich striker Liam Delap, who instead chose a move to Chelsea in a deal worth £30 million. This has increased the urgency at Old Trafford to lock in Mbeumo and potentially revisit their pursuit of Gyökeres.
Back at Anfield, Amorim is reportedly preparing for more summer business, with Liverpool being linked to other elite talents to bolster their midfield and attacking depth. Having already spent over €180 million, the Reds are clearly backing their new manager to bring silverware back to Merseyside.
Arsenal, for their part, appear to be assembling a formidable squad. With Zubimendi secured and Šeško almost over the line, the Gunners are reinforcing key areas that plagued them last season. Arteta is believed to be pushing the board to finalize the remaining targets early, aiming for a seamless pre-season.
With so many major deals already confirmed or nearing completion, the 2025 summer transfer window is shaping up to be one of the most explosive in recent history. Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United are clearly not waiting for the market to settle – they are driving it.
These developments also underline the fierce competition at the top of English football. As the league becomes even more competitive, the race for Champions League spots and domestic trophies will be tighter than ever.
