Updated football transfer rumours and confirmed deals. Stay informed on all transfer market moves and Premier League news today.
Although the Club World Cup claims the attention of the football world, 1st July marked the opening of the traditional summer transfer window, beyond the extra option that the FIFA tournament gives its participating clubs. Time for rumours, possible signings and official market movements to start to be on the lips of all football fans.
From BeSoccer, we review everything that has to do with the transfer market in the big leagues:
Mateo Retegui moves to Al-Qadsiah in 65m deal
A big and surprising move by Al-Qadsiah, who will pay Atalanta 65 million euros to sign Mateo Retegui. After scoring 28 goals last season and finishing top scorer in Serie A, the 26-year-old Italian national team striker is another of the 26-year-old’s Saudi Arabian football prospects.
AS Roma make €30m offer for Richard Rios
Richard Rios, one of the most sought-after names after the Club World Cup, could have his final destination in Roma. The ‘Gialorrossi’ have sent Palmeiras an offer that fits in with what the Brazilian club was asking for him: 27 million fixed plus 3 million in variables, according to Fabrizio Romano.
These are the top transfer news stories of 16th July
Former Man City Striker Dzeko Joins Fiorentina
Former Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko has signed a contract with Fiorentina which will mean the Bosnia-Herzegovina captain plays into his 40s. The 39-year-old’s deal runs until June 2026, with an automatic one-year renewal if conditions are met.
Napoli rule out Darwin Nunez
Darwin Nunez will not be joining Napoli, at least for the time being. Sky’ in Italy reports that negotiations between the player and the Italian side have not come to fruition and the player’s move to Diego Armando Maradona has been ruled out.
OFFICIAL: Chelsea keeper Petrovic joins Bournemouth
Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic joined Bournemouth in a deal worth a reported £25 million ($33 million) on Wednesday.