The 2026 football season is set to bring a new chapter for the sport, with several major transfers expected to take place. Here’s what you need to know about the transfer market for the upcoming campaign.
One of the biggest names set to join the Premier League this summer is Manchester United's star striker, Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese international has been linked with a move to Old Trafford since his arrival at the club in January 2019. However, it appears that the Reds have yet to make any official moves on him and are still waiting for a suitable offer.
Another high-profile transfer is the signing of Juventus' captain, Nemanja Matic, from Chelsea. The Serbian international has been a key figure in the Serie A giants’ success over the past few seasons, but his contract at Stamford Bridge is expiring next year. As such, he will be looking to leave the London club and explore other options.
In terms of the transfer market for English clubs, Liverpool are said to be keen on signing former Arsenal forward, Jordan Henderson, after the Welshman was linked with a move to the Merseyside club last month. It remains to be seen whether the Reds will make any significant signings or if they will focus solely on strengthening their squad with the transfer window opening up again later this month.
Overall, there is plenty of interest in the transfer market for both top-flight teams and lower-league clubs across Europe. However, as always, the exact nature of these transfers will depend on the specific circumstances surrounding each club and the competition for talent.