Latest transfer news and rumors: Saudi clubs renew Son interest
With FIFA's extraordinary transfer window now open until June 10 ahead of the Club World Cup, the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in every day for all the latest buzz from across the soccer world.
Top story: Son could be next star to leave Spurs
There's expected to be a renewed effort to bring Tottenham Hotspur star Heung-min Son to Saudi Arabia this summer. With one year remaining on his Spurs contract, it's understood that multiple teams from the Saudi Pro League will try to sign the South Korea international.
Although Son has been integral to the north London side since his arrival almost 10 years ago, Tottenham could be open to selling him in order to generate revenue and avoid losing him for nothing in 2026. The forward's possible departure would come one year after Spurs sold their all-time leading scorer Harry Kane to Bayern Munich. (The Times)
Other rumors
June 4
Doubt over Zubimendi: Talks over Martin Zubimendi joining Arsenal have cooled after the midfielder spoke of his admiration for new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso. The Real Sociedad star called him his 'idol.' (Radio Nacional)
Pogba interest in France: Monaco are contemplating a pursuit for World Cup winner Paul Pogba. The 32-year-old can be signed for free after returning from an 18-month ban for testing positive for a banned substance. (RMC Sport)
Bayern shopping for winger: With Leroy Sane and Kingsley Coman's futures uncertain, Bayern will look to sign a new winger this summer. Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo is their top target. (Bild)
Man Utd targeting Ramos: After missing out on Ipswich's Liam Delap, Manchester United will focus on trying to sign Goncalo Ramos from PSG. United are also linked with Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo. (Daily Mail)
Barca getting new 'keeper: Barcelona are on the verge of signing Joan Garcia after agreeing a five-year deal with the Espanyol 'keeper. Barca will pay the €25-million release clause in his contract next. (Fabrizio Romano)
Sancho not wanted: Jadon Sancho could be forced to consider a move to Saudi Arabia with news that Manchester United don't want him back. Chelsea recently opted not to sign him permanently after a loan spell. (The Mirror)
June 3
Bellingham 2.0 at BVB?: Jobe Bellingham could be following in his brother's footsteps to Germany. Borussia Dortmund are confident they can sign the 19-year-old sibling of ex-BVB star Jude Bellingham. (BBC Sport)
Blues make Maignan approach: Chelsea have approached AC Milan over the possibility of signing goalkeeper Mike Maignan. His future in Milan is uncertain after talks over an extension stalled. (Fabrizio Romano)
Man Utd linked to Mitrovic: Alexander Mitrovic could be set for a shock return to the Premier League after being linked with Manchester United. The former Fulham striker has played in Saudi Arabia for two years. (talkSPORT)
Milan want to sell Hernandez: AC Milan have accepted an offer from Al-Hilal for Theo Hernandez that's worth €30 million plus €5 million in add-ons. But the French full-back has yet to green light the deal. (Fabrizio Romano)
Milan looking for experience: AC Milan have emerged as a surprise candidate to sign Luka Modric after the 39-year-old's departure from Real Madrid. The Italian club considers him a "dream option." (Fabrizio Romano)
Way out for Hojlund: Inter Milan have met with representatives of Rasmus Hojlund over a possible transfer from Manchester United. He's considered a top target for a side trying to improve its attack. (Fabrizio Romano)
Al-Hilal turn to Ederson: After getting rejected by Bruno Fernandes, who opted to stay at Manchester United, Al-Hilal have shifted their efforts to signing midfielder Ederson from Atalanta. (Fabrizio Romano)
June 2
Man City find new left-back: Manchester City have found the solution to their quandary at left-back, as they close in on Wolverhampton's Rayan Ait-Nouri. Completing the deal could cost City around £50 million. (The Guardian)
Mbeumo favors Man Utd: Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo decided he wants to join Manchester United this summer. United are expected to open talks with Brentford for the 25-year-old. (The Athletic)
Barca eyeing Partey: Barcelona have begun negotiations with Arsenal over possibly signing Thomas Partey. The Ghana midfielder will be a free agent after his contract expires later this month. (The Sun)
Blues prioritizing Gittens: Chelsea could table a bid for Jamie Gittens after holding talks with Borussia Dortmund. The English-born winger is expected to cost around £50 million after his breakout season in Germany. (The Guardian)
Reds preparing Kerkez bid: Liverpool are expected to launch a formal bid to sign Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez. The 21-year-old left-back has already signed off on the move, which could cost around £40 million. (GiveMeSport)
Ronaldo set for talks: Al-Nassr will present their plan for the future to convince Cristiano Ronaldo to stay. The Saudi club hopes to re-sign the 40-year-old despite failing to win a trophy last season. (Fabrizio Romano)
Huge demand for Dibling: Several teams will try to persuade relegated Southampton to sell Tyler Dibling this summer. Spurs, Liverpool, Man City, and Man United have been linked to the midfielder. (Football Insider)
City adding young striker: Mahamadou Sangare is set to undergo a medical in order to complete his transfer to Manchester City. The 18-year-old will sign a long-term contract after leaving PSG on a free transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)
June 1
Garnacho keen on Chelsea: Manchester United outcast Garnacho has instructed his agent to pursue a £50-million transfer to Chelsea despite interest from Napoli. (The Sun)
United identify Fernandes replacement: Manchester United are lining up Pedro Goncalves, who played under Amorim at Sporting CP, as a potential signing if Bruno Fernandes leaves for Saudi Arabia. (The Mirror)
Bayern's list of left wingers: The candidates to play on Bayern Munich's left flank next season are Michael Olise's former Crystal Palace teammate Eberechi Eze, Liverpool's Cody Gakpo, Brighton & Hove Albion's Kaoru Mitoma, and Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. (Christian Falk)
Rodrygo happy in Madrid: Brazilian winger Rodrygo has told Real Madrid he wants to stay despite interest from Premier League sides. The club's executives want to see a reaction from the player who's fallen out of favor. (Marca)
City speed up negotiations: Manchester City are in direct talks with Lyon over the signing of Rayan Cherki. He'll cost more than €30 million. City plan to get deals for Cherki and AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders done in the coming days. (Fabrizio Romano)
Stones and Branthwaite switch: John Stones could be tempted to join Everton for regular minutes ahead of next year's World Cup. If that move materializes, Manchester City would hope to be in pole position to sign Toffees defender Jarrad Branthwaite as Stone's replacement. (The Sun)
£70M for Brighton striker: The Seagulls have slapped a hefty price tag on Joao Pedro amid interest from Arsenal, Aston Villa, Liverpool, and Newcastle United. (The Sun)
Flekken deal done: Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken is set for a medical with Bayer Leverkusen after a €10-million transfer was agreed between the two clubs. (Sky Sport Germany)
May 31
Ronaldo's future still unclear: Cristiano Ronaldo is considering signing a new contract with Al-Nassr. But if he does leave, he could join Saudi Pro League rivals Al-Hilal, who are taking part at the Club World Cup. (Sky Sports)
PSG's next young star: Paris Saint-Germain have surpassed Real Madrid in the race to sign River Plate midfielder Franco Mastantuono. The Argentine, 17, is considered one of the best prospects in world football and has a €40-million release clause. (Fabrizio Romano)
Barca close in on Garcia: Barcelona are on the verge of signing Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia to a long-term contract. Negotiations are "very advanced," with the La Liga champions confident of sealing the deal in the coming days. (Fabrizio Romano)
Reijnders talks ongoing: Manchester City have reached a contract agreement with Tijjani Reijnders, but they've yet to meet AC Milan's €75-million asking price. City's initial offer was for €55 million up front, plus €5 million in additional bonuses. (Calciomercato)
Chelsea still eyeing Mainoo: Chelsea are among the clubs tracking Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. The 20-year-old's future is tied to that of Bruno Fernandes, as United likely don't need to sell both players to stay in line with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules. (iNews)
What's Walker's next move?: AC Milan won't make Kyle Walker's loan move permanent, but the veteran right-back isn't part of Pep Guardiola's plans at Manchester City and will need to find a new solution elsewhere this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Goalkeeper battle brewing: Manchester United and Aston Villa are interested in signing French netminder Lucas Chevalier from Lille. With the futures of Andre Onana and Emiliano Martinez up in the air, the Premier League sides are on the hunt for help between the sticks. (CaughtOffside)
May 30
Al-Hilal pursuing Fernandes: Bruno Fernandes' representatives have talked with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal over the past few days to discuss a potential £80-million move ahead of the Club World Cup. (BBC Sport)
Liverpool submit improved €130M bid: Bayer Leverkusen have received a second offer from Liverpool for playmaker Florian Wirtz. The latest approach is believed to be worth €130 million after add-ons, which could make him the most expensive signing in Premier League history. (The Athletic)
Arsenal focused on Sesko: The Gunners seem to prefer RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko over Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres and have opened talks with the German club over his possible transfer. His release clause is set at over €80 million. (Sky Sport Germany)
Endrick's Italian interest: Real Madrid are open to letting Endrick leave on loan to get more first-team experience. Juventus are weighing up a move, and Italian rivals AC Milan, Napoli, and Como are also linked with the Brazilian teenager. (Calciomercato)
Al-Nassr want Barca-linked winger: Al-Nassr believe Liverpool's Luis Diaz could be the signing that helps them secure the Saudi Pro League title. Their interest isn't linked to Cristiano Ronaldo's anticipated departure. (The Telegraph)
Nunez's ongoing Saudi links: Liverpool would be more open to selling Darwin Nunez than Diaz. Al-Hilal are admirers of the Uruguayan striker and the Reds could cash in to help fund a busy transfer window. (The Guardian)
Sancho's future up in the air: Enzo Maresca was impressed by some of Jadon Sancho's recent performances at Chelsea, including in the Conference League final victory, but the on-loan winger still needs to convince the club to approve his £25-million move from Manchester United. (The i Paper)
American could move to Spanish capital: Atletico Madrid are expected to pursue a deal for United States men's national team midfielder Johnny Cardoso now Real Betis have finished their Conference League campaign. (Marca)
May 29
Man City to act fast: Expect Manchester City to try to sign AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders and Lyon's Rayan Cherki before the Club World Cup. They're also interested in Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White and would like to strengthen their full-back options. (The Telegraph)
Delap is Chelsea-bound: Chelsea have agreed to activate in-demand Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap's £30-million release clause and are expected to settle personal terms with the player ahead of his seemingly inevitable move to Stamford Bridge. (The Athletic)
Long-term deal for Gabriel: Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is finalizing a new contract for standout defender Gabriel Magalhaes. The player's current deal expires June 2027. (The Athletic)
Reds want €100M marksman: Liverpool head coach Arne Slot and chief executive Michael Edwards have identified Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike as a top target. The striker, who's valued at €100 million, has also drawn interest from Chelsea. (Sky Sport Germany)
Madrid won't rule out Wirtz: Real Madrid haven't given up on signing Florian Wirtz since Liverpool took control of the race for the attacking midfielder's signature. It's hoped that incoming coach Xabi Alonso, Wirtz's boss at Bayer Leverkusen for over two-and-a-half years, can encourage him to join. (AS)
Another coup for Napoli: Kevin De Bruyne might not be the only free agent joining the Serie A champions. Canadian striker Jonathan David, whose contract is expiring at Lille, could also move to Naples. (Corriere dello Sport)
Arsenal tracking Sane: There's room for another wide attacker in Mikel Arteta's squad as Raheem Sterling returns to Chelsea, so the Spanish boss is keeping tabs on Leroy Sane as his Bayern Munich contract nears expiration. (The Times)
Atleti testing Spurs' resolve: Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone is a huge fan of Cristian Romero and would back the club to step up its efforts to sign the Tottenham Hotspur center-back. (Football Insider)
Magpies using UCL clout: Newcastle United hope Champions League football will help the club attract players this summer. Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi and Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo are among their top targets. (The Telegraph)