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Neuer delays Bayern contract talks to assess fitness
29.3.26 Bayern
Manuel Neuer and Bayern Munich have agreed to pause contract discussions as the veteran goalkeeper evaluates his recovery from a muscle injury. The 40-year-old wants to determine if he can continue performing at an elite level before deciding on his future. Sporting director Christoph Freund and coach Vincent Kompany support the cautious approach, with a decision expected later in the season.
Young Boys sign Samuel Essende from Augsburg
17.2.26 Young B.
Young Boys have reinforced their frontline by signing Congolese striker Samuel Essende from Augsburg on a deal running through 2029. The 28-year-old scored eight goals in 44 Bundesliga appearances since 2024 but saw reduced playing time after the arrival of Michael Gregoritsch. Young Boys reportedly paid around €4.5 million, including bonuses, for the transfer.
Raheem Sterling signs short-term deal with Feyenoord
13.2.26 Feyenord
Raheem Sterling has signed with Feyenoord on a contract until the end of the season after terminating his deal with Chelsea in January. The 31-year-old former England international had not played a competitive match since the end of last season and was frozen out under Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca. Sterling said he chose Feyenoord after detailed talks with manager Robin van Persie and is excited to embrace the challenge of playing abroad.
Oxlade-Chamberlain signs short-term deal with Celtic
8.2.26 Celtic
Midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has joined Scottish Premiership champions Celtic on a short-term contract. The 30-year-old, who has been a free agent since leaving Besiktas in the summer, has signed a six-month deal with an option to extend. Oxlade-Chamberlain had been maintaining his fitness by training with Arsenal and said discussions with manager Martin O'Neill and coach Shaun Maloney convinced him the move was the right fit.
Jagusic completes move to Panathinaikos
7.2.26 Panathin.
Young Croatian international Adriano Jagusic has completed a transfer from Slaven Belupo to Greek giants Panathinaikos in a record deal for the Koprivnica club. Jagusic, who returned to Slaven Belupo from Dinamo Zagreb in 2021, made 67 competitive appearances, scoring 16 goals and providing 10 assists. His standout performances earned him a place in Croatia's youth national teams and a preliminary call-up to the senior squad under Zlatko Dalic.
Besiktas sign forward Oh Hyeon-gyu from Genk
5.2.26 Besiktas
Besiktas have signed South Korea forward Oh Hyeon-gyu on a three-and-a-half-year contract from Genk for a reported fee of 14 million euros. The 24-year-old, formerly of Celtic, scored 10 goals in 32 appearances for the Belgian club and has six goals in 24 caps for South Korea.
Besiktas sign Junior Olaitan on long-term deal
4.2.26 Besiktas
Besiktas have completed the signing of 23-year-old Beninese forward Junior Olaitan from Goztepe on a 3.5-year contract with a one-year option. The move adds to Besiktas's recent transfer activity following the arrivals of Yasin Ozcan in defense and Kristjan Asllani in midfield. Olaitan made 17 Super League appearances for Goztepe this season, scoring two goals, and is expected to strengthen Besiktas's attacking options moving forward.
Wolves complete Deadline Day double signing
3.2.26 Wolves
Wolves strengthened their squad on Deadline Day by signing striker Adam Armstrong from Southampton for an initial £7m on a three-and-a-half-year deal and bringing midfielder Angel Gomes to Molineux on loan from Marseille with an option to buy.
Atletico Madrid seal late move for Rodrigo Mendoza
3.2.26 Atletico M.
Atletico Madrid completed a last-gasp Deadline Day signing by registering 20-year-old midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza from Elche just minutes before the window closed, securing him on a deal until June 2031. The move capped a busy winter window for Diego Simeone's side, which also included the arrivals of Ademola Lookman and Obed Vargas, while four departures earlier in January generated around €60 million.
Crystal Palace sign Jorgen Strand Larsen in £48m deal
2.2.26 Palace
Crystal Palace have completed the deadline-day signing of striker Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves for a reported £43m plus £5m in add-ons, with the Norway international agreeing a four-and-a-half-year contract. Palace had been searching for a forward and moved ahead with the deal despite Jean-Philippe Mateta's expected move to AC Milan collapsing due to a failed medical. Strand Larsen, who scored 14 Premier League goals last season, will be tasked with boosting Palace's attack as they sit 15th in the table, nine points clear of the relegation zone.
Atletico Madrid complete signing of Ademola Lookman
2.2.26 Atletico M.
Atletico Madrid have strengthened their attack with the deadline-day signing of Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, agreeing a four-and-a-half-year deal in a move reportedly worth €35m. The Nigeria international leaves Atalanta after three-and-a-half seasons, during which he scored 41 goals in 105 appearances.
Paris FC sign Rudy Matondo from Auxerre
2.2.26 Paris
Paris FC have confirmed the signing of highly rated 17-year-old Rudy Matondo from AJ Auxerre. A product of Auxerre's academy, Matondo made his senior debut last season and featured five times as the club finished 11th in Ligue 1. He became a more regular presence this campaign, making 17 first-team appearances across all competitions, including the Coupe de France, despite Auxerre struggling near the bottom of the table.
Angers forward Sidiki Cherif loaned to Fenerbahce
2.2.26 Fenerb.
Angers have loaned forward Sidiki Cherif to Fenerbahce with an obligation to buy. The move comes after Cherif featured in 19 Ligue 1 matches during the 2025-26 season, missing just one game due to an undisclosed injury sustained against Paris FC. He scored four goals but struggled for consistency.
Young Boys sign left-back Stefan Bukinac
2.2.26 Young B.
Young Boys have strengthened their squad with the signing of left-back Stefan Bukinac. The 20-year-old Serbian international has joined the Bern-based club from Vojvodina Novi Sad on a contract running until June 2030.
Genoa sign Norwegian defender Leo Ostigard
1.2.26 Genoa
Genoa have officially announced the permanent signing of Norwegian defender Leo Ostigard, 24, from French club Rennes. The move is part of Genoa's strategy to strengthen their defensive line, with the club citing Ostigard's strong performances in recent seasons and his valuable European experience.
Lazio sign Polish midfielder Adrian Przyborek
1.2.26 Lazio
Lazio have completed the signing of 19-year-old Polish midfielder Adrian Przyborek from Pogon Szczecin on a permanent deal, marking their fifth acquisition of the January transfer window. Although no official figures were disclosed, the transfer is reportedly worth around €5 million, rising to €7 million with bonuses.
Fulham sign Oscar Bobb from Manchester City
31.1.26 Fulham
Fulham have completed the signing of Norway winger Oscar Bobb from Manchester City for a reported £27 million on a five-and-a-half-year contract. The 22-year-old, a product of City's academy, moved after slipping down the pecking order at the Etihad following January reinforcements.
Bowie completes transfer to Verona
31.1.26 Verona
Scotland striker Kieron Bowie has become Hibernian's club-record sale after completing a four-and-a-half year move to Serie A side Hellas Verona. While the fee was not disclosed, Hibs confirmed it substantially exceeds the £4.4 million they received for Scott Brown in 2007. The 23-year-old scored 15 goals in 52 appearances after joining from Fulham in 2024. Hibs also secured add-ons and a sell-on clause in the deal.
Villarreal sign defender Alex Freeman
30.1.26 Villarreal
LaLiga side Villarreal have signed 21-year-old right-back Alex Freeman from Orlando City in a deal worth €3.5 million plus €2.5 million in add-ons. Freeman becomes the club's latest MLS signing, joining a squad that already features former MLS players Tajon Buchanan and Tani Oluwaseyi.
RB Leipzig agree deal to sign Abdoul Kone
30.1.26 RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig have reached an agreement with Stade de Reims to sign 20-year-old defender Abdoul Kone on a contract until 2031, with the French U20 international set to complete the season in Ligue 2 before moving to Germany in the summer in a deal reported to be worth around €20 million.
Genoa complete signing of midfielder Alex Amorim
30.1.26 Genoa
Genoa have confirmed the signing of 20-year-old Brazilian midfielder Alex Amorim from Portuguese club Alverca, with the versatile central midfielder joining in a deal reported to be worth €8 million plus €2 million in bonuses.
West Ham sign Adama Traore from Fulham
29.1.26 West Ham
West Ham have completed the signing of winger Adama Traore from Fulham for an initial £1 million, rising to £2 million, reuniting him with head coach Nuno Espirito Santo. The 30-year-old, who previously played under Nuno at Wolves, arrives with extensive Premier League experience and is expected to provide attacking energy as the Hammers battle to climb out of the relegation zone.
Alaves sign winger Angel Perez
29.1.26 Alaves
Deportivo Alaves have reached an agreement to sign winger Angel Perez on a long-term deal running until June 2030. The 22-year-old, who has risen rapidly through the Spanish leagues, impressed last season in Segunda Federacion and has since become a key contributor at the professional level, adding pace, creativity and attacking depth to Alaves' forward line.
Zenit sign Jhon Jhon from Red Bull Bragantino
29.1.26 Zenit
Zenit have completed the signing of midfielder Jhon Jhon from Red Bull Bragantino, with the transfer valued at €18.5 million and rising to €20 million including bonuses. Bragantino, who owned 80% of the player's rights, will receive the majority of the fee, while Palmeiras retain 20% and are also entitled to FIFA training compensation. Jhon Jhon leaves Bragantino after 76 appearances and 20 goals.
Aston Villa re-sign Tammy Abraham from Besiktas
28.1.26 Aston Villa
Aston Villa have signed striker Tammy Abraham from Besiktas in a deal worth £18.2 million, marking the England international's return to Villa Park. Abraham previously spent the 2018/19 season on loan at Villa, helping the club secure promotion to the Premier League via the play-offs. The 26-year-old left Chelsea for Roma in 2021, spent last season on loan at AC Milan, and joined Besiktas on loan this campaign, scoring 12 goals in all competitions. Besiktas were required to make Abraham's move permanent by paying Roma £11.2m before selling him on to Villa.
Bournemouth complete signing of Rayan from Vasco da Gama
28.1.26 Bournem.
Bournemouth have completed the signing of forward Rayan from Vasco da Gama in a deal worth £24.7 million, with a further £5.6m in potential add-ons. The 18-year-old, who scored 20 goals in 57 appearances for the Brazilian club in 2025, takes the No. 37 shirt at Bournemouth following the departure of Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City. Bournemouth also strengthened their squad by signing goalkeeper Christos Mandas on loan from Lazio.
PSG sign teenage midfielder Dro Fernandez
27.1.26 PSG
Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of 18-year-old Spanish midfielder Dro Fernandez on a contract running until 2030. Fernandez joins the French champions as part of the club's continued emphasis on youth development and long-term squad building.
Tammy Abraham completes permanent Besiktas move
27.1.26 Roma
Tammy Abraham has completed a permanent move to Besiktas after conditions in his loan deal from Roma were met, the Turkish club announced Monday. The 28-year-old striker scored 13 goals in 26 appearances during his loan spell, triggering a €13 million transfer fee to Roma. Despite the announcement, Abraham is reportedly set to join Aston Villa in the coming days in a deal worth around £18 million.
Torino sign Joao Pedro Tchoca on loan
26.1.26 Torino
Torino have completed the signing of 22-year-old centre-back Joao Pedro Tchoca on loan from Corinthians until the end of June for €1.5 million. The deal includes an obligation to buy for €4.5 million if he reaches 10 appearances of at least 45 minutes, with a further €1 million in potential bonuses.
Galatasaray agree loan deal for Yaser Asprilla
26.1.26 Galatas.
Girona and Galatasaray have reached an agreement for the loan of Colombian forward Yaser Asprilla to the Turkish club, with an option to buy included. Asprilla joined Girona from Watford in the summer of 2024 and made 50 appearances for the club, scoring four goals and registering two assists.