The first week of June brought confirmed deals, contract decisions and early movement ahead of the summer transfer window. The standout developments was Tottenham Hotspur securing Andy Robertson on a free transfer from Liverpool while also progressing deals for additional defensive reinforcements.
Arsenal
Incoming
Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa — Arsenal held genuine interest in Rogers and had held internal discussions about how the forward would fit into Mikel Arteta’s squad. — Sami Mokbel, BBC Sport, 1 June 2026.
Outgoing
Josh Nichols to NK Kustošija — The academy defender agreed to join the Croatian club on a two-year contract following the expiry of his Arsenal deal. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Gabriel Martinelli available for transfer — Arsenal were expected to consider offers for the winger as part of their planned summer squad changes. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Leandro Trossard available for transfer — Trossard was among the first-team players Arsenal were reportedly prepared to sell during the summer. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Ethan Nwaneri available for transfer — The academy graduate was also reported to be among the players for whom Arsenal would consider offers. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Aston Villa
Incoming
Evann Guessand from Crystal Palace — Palace’s approximately £28 million purchase option expired, meaning the forward was due to return to Villa after his loan. Villa had also received enquiries about his availability. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Outgoing
Morgan Rogers to Arsenal — Arsenal held genuine interest and had discussed how Rogers would fit into their existing attacking options. — Sami Mokbel, BBC Sport, 1 June 2026.
Bournemouth
Outgoing
Marcos Senesi to Tottenham Hotspur — Tottenham had a deal in place to sign the defender following the expiry of his Bournemouth contract. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Brentford
Contract Renewals
Josh Dasilva — Brentford exercised an option extending his contract until the end of the 2026/27 season. — Brentford FC, 1 June 2026.
Rico Henry — Brentford exercised an option extending the left-back’s contract until the end of the 2026/27 season. — Brentford FC, 1 June 2026.
Mathias Jensen — Brentford exercised an option extending the midfielder’s contract until the end of the 2026/27 season. — Brentford FC, 1 June 2026.
Brighton & Hove Albion
Incoming
Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm — Brighton agreed to sign the winger on a five-year contract until June 2031, subject to regulatory approval when the transfer window reopened. — Brighton & Hove Albion, 6 June 2026.
Outgoing
James Milner to retire — Milner announced his retirement from professional football after 24 seasons, ending his career with a Premier League-record 658 appearances. — Brighton & Hove Albion, 1 June 2026.
Jan Paul van Hecke to Tottenham Hotspur — Brighton rejected Tottenham’s opening offer for the centre-back, although negotiations were continuing. — David Ornstein, The Athletic, 3 June 2026.
Carl Rushworth to Coventry City — Coventry submitted a club-record £20 million bid for the goalkeeper after his promotion-winning loan spell, with Brighton considering the offer. — talkSPORT, 7 June 2026.
Chelsea
Outgoing
Josh Acheampong not for sale — Chelsea rejected multiple approaches from English and European clubs and regarded the defender as an important part of their long-term plans. — Dom Smith and Arthur Ferridge, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Coventry City
Incoming
Carl Rushworth from Brighton & Hove Albion — Coventry submitted a club-record £20 million bid for the goalkeeper after he played every league match during their promotion-winning season. Brighton were weighing up the offer. — talkSPORT, 7 June 2026.
Crystal Palace
Outgoing
Evann Guessand to return to Aston Villa — Palace’s option to buy the on-loan forward expired. The club remained interested, but Guessand was due to return to Villa while considering his options. — Sam Tabuteau, The Standard, 1 June 2026.
Adam Wharton to Manchester United — Wharton was among United’s midfield targets, with Palace expected to require at least £60 million. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Everton
Incoming
Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough — Everton were working on a deal for the midfielder but had not submitted a formal offer. Middlesbrough were expected to seek between £10 million and £15 million. — Andy Hunter, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Leeds United
Contract Renewals
Ethan Ampadu — The Leeds captain signed a new four-year contract, extending his stay at Elland Road until the summer of 2030. — Leeds United, 4 June 2026.
Liverpool
Incoming
Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig — Liverpool contacted Leipzig over a possible move for the winger and were considered to be in the strongest position among his suitors. — David Ornstein, The Athletic, 4 June 2026.
Outgoing
Andy Robertson to Tottenham Hotspur — Robertson agreed to join Tottenham on a free transfer when his Liverpool contract expired. — Liverpool FC, 5 June 2026.
Ibrahima Konaté to Real Madrid — Konaté appeared poised to join Real Madrid on a free transfer after Liverpool failed to agree a new contract with the defender. Real were believed to have offered him a four-year deal. — Andy Hunter, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Manchester City
Incoming
Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest — Forest rejected Manchester City’s opening offer for the midfielder, with City expected to return with an improved bid. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 4 June 2026.
Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig — Manchester City were among the clubs interested in the winger, although Liverpool were reported to be in the strongest position. — David Ornstein, The Athletic, 4 June 2026.
Outgoing
Rodri to Real Madrid — Rodri said he would address his future after the World Cup amid reports linking him with Real Madrid. His City contract is due to expire in 2027. — Agence France-Presse via The Guardian, 1 June 2026.
Erling Haaland not for sale — Manchester City rejected claims that Haaland wanted to join Real Madrid or that his contract contained a release clause enabling a move. His father and agent also denied the claims. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 4 June 2026.
Savinho to Tottenham Hotspur — Tottenham were pursuing a move for the Brazilian winger as part of De Zerbi’s planned rebuild. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Manchester United
Contract Renewals
Tom Heaton — The goalkeeper signed a new one-year contract with Manchester United. — Manchester United, 4 June 2026.
Incoming
Éderson from Atalanta — United reached an agreement worth an initial €40.5 million, potentially rising to €45 million. Personal terms were agreed until June 2030, with a further one-year option, although a medical remained outstanding. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace — Wharton was on United’s midfield shortlist and was expected to cost at least £60 million. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Outgoing
Casemiro to leave as a free agent — The midfielder left Manchester United following the expiry of his contract, with Éderson identified as his replacement. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 2 June 2026.
Rasmus Højlund to Napoli — Højlund completed a permanent transfer to Napoli following his season-long loan in Italy. — Manchester United, 3 June 2026.
Bruno Fernandes could leave Manchester United — Chief executive Omar Berrada did not rule out a summer departure, although he said United wanted their captain to stay. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 4 June 2026.
Marcus Rashford to Barcelona — Rashford’s preference was to remain at Barcelona permanently, but the Spanish club did not appear prepared to complete a permanent deal at that stage. United wanted a £26 million fee. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 3 June 2026.
Newcastle United
Incoming
Ewen Jaouen from Stade de Reims — Newcastle agreed a four-year deal worth a reported £24.2 million for the goalkeeper, who was expected initially to compete as the club’s second-choice option. — The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Nottingham Forest
Outgoing
Elliot Anderson to Manchester City — Forest rejected City’s opening bid and valued the England midfielder at approximately £100 million. — Jamie Jackson, The Guardian, 4 June 2026.
Tottenham Hotspur
Incoming
Andy Robertson from Liverpool — Tottenham completed the signing of Robertson on a free transfer, with the move taking effect following the expiry of his Liverpool contract. — Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool FC, 5 June 2026.
Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth — Tottenham had a deal in place to sign the out-of-contract centre-back. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion — Tottenham submitted an opening offer which Brighton rejected, although discussions were continuing. — David Ornstein, The Athletic, 3 June 2026.
Savinho from Manchester City — Tottenham were pursuing a move for the winger. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Harry Wilson from Fulham — Tottenham held an interest in signing the Wales international. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
João Palhinha from Bayern Munich — Palhinha wanted to remain at Tottenham following his loan spell from Bayern Munich. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Outgoing
Cristian Romero expected to leave Tottenham Hotspur — Romero was not expected to remain at Spurs, with members of the squad reportedly believing he would depart during the summer. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.
Micky van de Ven to Liverpool or another interested club — Van de Ven had attracted several suitors, including Liverpool, although Tottenham wanted to retain him. — David Hytner and Matt Hughes, The Guardian, 5 June 2026.