Barcelona’s Transfer Priorities for 2025
As Barcelona looks to the future, their primary target is a world-class striker to reinforce their attack. With Newcastle United demanding €100 million for Alexander Isak, Barça is exploring alternatives:
- Luis Díaz (Liverpool) – A realistic summer target.
- Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig) – Available for €65 million, a possible option.
- Robert Lewandowski – Expected to extend his contract for another year.
With financial fair play restrictions in mind, the Catalan giants must carefully allocate resources to strengthen both their attack and full-back positions.
Manchester City Revives Florian Wirtz Interest
🔹 Manchester City is preparing a summer bid for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz after missing out earlier. Although Wirtz, 21, is expected to sign a contract extension, his release clause will be active in 2026. If City wants him, this summer is their best opportunity.
Real Madrid & Arsenal Battle for Martín Zubimendi
🔹 Arsenal faces stiff competition from Real Madrid for Real Sociedad’s Martín Zubimendi. His €51 million release clause remains active, allowing any club to secure his services without negotiations.
Castello Lukeba: The Most Wanted Defender?
RB Leipzig’s Castello Lukeba (22) is attracting interest from:
✔ Real Madrid
✔ Liverpool
✔ Chelsea
✔ Manchester United
Despite his €90 million release clause, Lukeba’s camp is planning for a €50 million summer transfer, making him one of the most sought-after center-backs in the market.
📢 Other Transfer Rumors
Confirmed Moves:
✔ Chelsea signs Kazakh talent Dastan Satpaev (€3.3M deal, joins in 2026).
Premier League Clubs Scouting Talent:
🔹 Manchester United & Arsenal are tracking Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui, who netted his 20th goal of the Serie A season last weekend.
🔹 Aston Villa & PSG to discuss a permanent deal for Marco Asensio.
Bayern Munich Unconcerned Over Harry Kane’s Future
🔹 Despite rumors, Bayern remains “relaxed” about Kane, with his €54 million release clause activating next January.