European Football Weekly Round-Up: Transfer Frenzy, Managerial Changes, and Fixture Updates (June 1–7, 2025)

As the 2025 summer transfer window heats up, Europe's top football leagues are abuzz with significant player movements, managerial shifts, and preparations for the upcoming season. Here's a  look at this week major developments across the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1. 

Premier League: High-Profile Transfers and Managerial Speculations

Transfer Activity:

Manchester United have bolstered their attack by signing Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.3 million. 

Chelsea continued their aggressive transfer strategy, securing Liam Delap from Ipswich for £30 million and teenage sensation Estevao from Palmeiras for £56 million.

Brentford added goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool for £18 million.

Liverpool signed Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen but saw Trent Alexander-Arnold depart to Real Madrid for £8 million.

Jeremie Frimpong

Trent Alexander Arnold 

Amorim Sends Garnacho Packing from Man Utd

Rúben Amorim has reportedly informed Alejandro Garnacho that he’s no longer part of Manchester United’s future plans and should seek a new club. The public fallout followed the Europa League final, where Garnacho reportedly showed frustration at limited game time,culminating in Amorim allegedly telling him to “pray” for a fresh start elsewhere ,With interest coming from Napoli, Chelsea, Atletico Madrid, and even Saudi clubs, United appear ready to cash in ,potentially funding further reinforcements this summer .

Garnacho and Amorim

Arsenal Working On Making There Team Strong 

Arsenal working on SIX new contracts for first-team stars after Gabriel agreement

Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes signed a new long-term contract earlier this week but Gunners sporting director Andrea Berta does not intend to stop there

Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta has been working hard behind the scenes on a number of key contract extensions(Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Andrea Berta will now seek to iron out new long-term deals for four key Arsenal stars after defender Gabriel Magalhaes committed his future to the club until 2029. While the Gunners are working to finalise the arrivals of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi and Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, behind the scenes, Italian chief Berta has also made notable progress on a number of key contract extensions.

Sources have told Mirror Football that since his arrival in March, Berta has been working extremely hard to retain the services of the club's most-prized assets as Arsenal want to keep their house in order as they continue to build towards an exciting future.

Managerial Changes:

Turmoil at Tottenham: Player Revolt Brews After Postecoglou’s Shocking Sacking

Ange Postecoglou's

Tottenham Hotspur is reeling as reports emerge of a potential player revolt following Daniel Levy’s shocking decision to sack head coach Ange Postecoglou,just two weeks after he led the team to a historic Europa League victory. The sudden move has stunned fans and players alike, with many in the dressing room reportedly outraged by the club chairman’s ruthless call. Postecoglou’s departure, despite delivering silverware, has cast a shadow over Spurs' off-season, raising serious questions about the club's direction, leadership, and morale ahead of the next Premier League campaign

Thomas Frank 

Tottenham Hotspur are considering Brentford's Thomas Frank as their top candidate to replace Ange Postecoglou. Frank has a £10 million release clause and may bring in players like Yoane Wissa and Morten Hjulmund to revitalize the squad.  

La Liga: Strategic Signings and Fixture Preparations

Transfer Highlights:

Real Madrid secured Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool for £8 million, aiming to strengthen their defense.

Barcelona are reportedly interested in young talents to rejuvenate their squad, focusing on long-term development.

Fixture Updates:

 La Liga's 2025/26 season fixtures are set to be announced soon, with clubs preparing for a competitive season ahead. 

Serie A: Managerial Appointments and Promotion News
Managerial Changes:

Inter Milan are set to appoint former player Cristian Chivu as head coach, replacing Simone Inzaghi. Chivu's appointment is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the team.

Christian Chivu

Promotion News:

Cremonese secured promotion to Serie A after defeating Spezia 3-2 on aggregate in the Serie B play-off final, completing the 2025/26 Serie A lineup.  

Bundesliga: Transfer Movements and Fixture Announcements

Transfer Activity:

Bayern Munich strengthened their defense by signing Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen, aiming to solidify their backline ahead of the new season. 

Gabriel Vidović is reportedly close to leaving Bayern Munich, with clubs like Dinamo Zagreb and Heidenheim expressing strong interest in the 21-year-old midfielder.

Fixture Updates:

 The Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 fixtures for the 2025/26 season will be released on Thursday, June 27.

Ligue 1: Transfer Strategies and Disciplinary Actions

Transfer Window:

 Ligue 1 has announced a unique dual summer transfer window for 2025, with the traditional window opening on June 16 and closing on September 1 at 20:00. 

Disciplinary Actions:

Nemanja Matic (Lyon) and Ahmed Hassan (Le Havre) received two-game bans after covering Ligue 1's anti-homophobia badge during matches, highlighting the league's commitment to inclusivity. 

Nemanja Matic 

Ahmed Hassan 

🏆 European Competitions: Upcoming Fixtures and Key Dates

The UEFA Nations League finals are taking place in Germany from June 4–8, featuring top national teams competing for the title. 

The UEFA European Under-21 Championship final tournament is scheduled from June 11–28 in Slovakia, showcasing emerging talents across Europe. 

Kane to the Rescue as England Struggles Against Stubborn Andorra

Harry Kane spared England’s blushes with a late goal in a lackluster performance that saw Andorra frustrate Thomas Tuchel’s side. Despite dominating possession, England lacked creativity and urgency, struggling to break down Andorra’s disciplined defense. Kane’s strike masked a worrying display, leaving fans questioning Tuchel’s tactics and the team’s readiness for tougher challenges ahead in the competition.

As the summer progresses, clubs across Europe's major leagues are actively shaping their squads and strategies for the 2025/26 season. Stay tuned for more updates on transfers, fixtures, and managerial changes in the weeks to come.