Latest transfer news: Arsenal join Hugo Ekitiké race as Jhon Durán nears Fenerbahce

30.06.2025 - 09:51 | source: Transfermarkt | Reading Time: 2 mins

June 30th

Latest transfer news: Arsenal join Hugo Ekitiké race as Jhon Durán nears Fenerbahce

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The summer transfer window is officially open with clubs now able to add new signings to their squad. The biggest clubs in European football and clubs across the continent are already making plans for next season. Teams are working tirelessly behind the scenes on identifying targets and figuring out their budgets.

Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals. A plethora of players will become available in the summer where clubs famously have more money to spend and aren't as restricted by financial fair play rules. The rumour mill is beginning to pick up pace and we've collated some of the biggest current transfer stories.

Today's biggest transfer stories

Stats H. Ekitiké Centre-Forward Eintracht Frankfurt Season 24/25 –

Bundesliga Games 33 Goals 15 Assists 8

Arsenal have joined the race to sign Hugo Ekitiké, according to Bild. The 23-year-old enjoyed a brilliant season with Eintracht Frankfurt and the Bundesliga club will hold out for a substantial fee this summer. Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been linked to Ekitike but Arsenal are also monitoring the situation.

Fenerbahce are progressing in talks to sign Jhon Durán. The Colombian international only moved to Al-Nassr in January from Aston Villa but he looks set to leave already. Jose Mourinho is keen to take Duran to Türkiye and a deal is edging closer.

Stats J. McAtee Attacking Midfield Manchester City Season 24/25 –

Premier League Games 15 Goals 3 Assists 0

James McAtee is attracting interest from four Bundesliga clubs - Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old led England to glory in the Euro U21 championships and he could depart Manchester City this summer.

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