The 2025 summer transfer window has already delivered fireworks, with Europe’s top clubs wasting no time in making major moves. From Liverpool smashing the British transfer record for Florian Wirtz, to Real Madrid and Chelsea investing heavily in future stars, this window has had it all. Let’s look at the top 10 transfers in European football so far.
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Florian Wirtz: Liverpool (£100m + £16m add‑ons)
Liverpool smashed the British transfer record to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal up to £116 million. The 22‑year‑old German international, fresh from a fantastic campaign in the Bundesliga, joins on a five‑year contract. A dynamic attacking midfielder, he’s expected to inject creativity into Arne Slot’s side.
Dean Huijsen: Real Madrid (£50m)
Central defender Dean Huijsen left Bournemouth to join Real Madrid after they activated his £50 million release clause. At just 20, the Spanish international brings physical presence and tactical intelligence. He becomes Real’s most expensive defender and a key part of Xabi Alonso’s future-focused backline.
Joao Pedro: Chelsea (£60m)
Chelsea made a statement up front, securing Joao Pedro from Brighton for around £60 million. The Brazilian striker, recruited to bolster Chelsea’s attack, has impressed in pre-season and will need to live up to his transfer fee by supplying goals and adding quality up front for the Blues.
Jamie Gittens: Chelsea (€50m)
Young winger Jamie Bynoe-Gittens also arrived at Stamford Bridge from Borussia Dortmund in a deal close to £48.5 million. Known for his pace and dribbling, he adds depth and future promise to Chelsea’s wing options.
Tijjani Reijnders: Manchester City (£46.3m + add‑ons)
Manchester City strengthened their midfield by signing Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan, with a fee reportedly valued between £46–59 million including add-ons. The Dutch box‑to‑box midfielder brings tenacity, range, and tactical fit under Pep Guardiola.
Milos Kerkez: Liverpool (£40m)
Defensive reinforcement Milos Kerkez arrived at Liverpool for approximately £40 million from Bournemouth. A left-back with strong positional sense, Kerkez is seen as a future figure in Liverpool’s defence amid squad refreshes.
Martin Zubimendi: Arsenal (€60m)
Arsenal bolstered their defensive midfield by signing Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad for around £56 million. The Basque enforcer adds steel and ball retention to strengthen Arsenal’s midfield.
Alex Baena: Atlético Madrid (€38.9m + add‑ons)
Atlético secured Álex Baena from Villarreal for €38.9 million, rising to €43 million with bonuses. The creative midfielder brings La Liga experience and goalscoring ability, enhancing Atlético’s transitional play.
Franco Mastantuono: Real Madrid (€38.5m)
Another forward addition, Franco Mastantuono, joined Madrid from River Plate for €38.5 million. The Argentine winger, known for explosive wing play, further boosts depth in an evolving Los Blancos attack.
Matheus Cunha: Manchester United (£62.5m)
Manchester United invested £62.5 million in Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves, one of the window’s few mega-deal outside Chelsea and Liverpool . Cunha is expected to bring aggression and goal threat to United’s front line.
