Real Madrid are ready to sell Vinicius Jr, while Inter Milan are in talks to buy Curtis Jones.
Real Madrid are open to hearing offers for Vinicius Jr, while Inter Milan are inquiring about Curtis Jones and Newcastle are close to signing goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek.
The summer transfer market witnessed a major turning point as Real Madrid were ready to part ways with Vinicius Jr. if they couldn't renew his contract. At the same time, Inter Milan officially submitted an offer to Liverpool for midfielder Curtis Jones, marking the beginning of significant personnel changes ahead of the new season.
Real Madrid are open to selling Vinicius Jr.
Real Madrid's management has just made an important decision regarding the future of Vinicius Jr. According to ESPN, the Bernabeu club has no plans to increase his salary in a contract extension offer for the Brazilian striker. Notably, Real Madrid is willing to sell the star if the two sides cannot reach a mutual agreement.
The move by the Spanish royal club immediately attracted the attention of a number of major clubs in Europe. The fact that one of the world's top attacking stars is facing the risk of leaving has created an opportunity for financially powerful teams to begin approaching him.
Inter Milan submits a £30 million offer for Curtis Jones.
In Italy, Inter Milan are accelerating their midfield upgrade by submitting a £30 million offer for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones. The Serie A club highly values the versatile and combative nature of the English international.
However, Liverpool currently value Curtis Jones at £35 million. The £5 million difference isn't too large, and the two clubs will continue negotiations in the coming days to agree on a final transfer fee.
Cristian Romero heads towards La Liga, Newcastle set to sign new player.
Meanwhile, defender Cristian Romero is considering a move to La Liga. With negotiations over personal terms with Inter Milan stalled, the Argentine international's agent has begun contacting Spanish clubs. Currently, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid have all expressed interest in the 28-year-old Tottenham center-back.
Conversely, Newcastle United are preparing to finalize the signing of goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25 million. Following his outstanding performances in the Portuguese Primeira Liga in the 2025/26 season, the Czech goalkeeper is expected to improve the quality and depth of the Magpies' goalkeeping options for the 2026/27 season.
Exciting activity in the Premier League.
The English transfer market continues to see fierce competition among young talents. Midfielder Franco Mastantuono has been left out of Real Madrid's pre-season tour of Austria as he seeks a new club on loan. In England, Fulham, at the suggestion of manager Arbeloa, are looking to bring the young Argentinian star to the club, alongside interest from Fiorentina, Roma, and Milan.
In addition, West Ham are actively working to sign winger Morgan Whittaker from Middlesbrough. The star, possessing speed and good finishing ability, is seen as an effective addition to the London club's flanks in the Championship during the 2025/26 season.
In other news, West Ham and Leeds United are in direct competition with Hull City for the signature of 21-year-old midfielder Amadou Kone from Neom. Meanwhile, Wolves have flatly rejected an offer from Real Sociedad for Ladislav Krejci, insisting on keeping their key Czech defender at all costs.