July 9 transfer window: Manzambi, Hjulmand, Andrey Santos... a day picking up pace
From Manzambi's move to Newcastle to Tchouaméni's contract extension at Real Madrid, via the arrivals of Mingueza and Andrey Santos, here is everything to remember from the July 9, 2026 transfer window.
A particularly busy day on the summer transfer market, between officially confirmed deals and negotiations nearing completion. Here's everything to remember from the July 9, 2026 transfer window.
Manzambi set for Newcastle: Newcastle and Fribourg have agreed a deal for Swiss winger Johan Manzambi, one of the 2026 World Cup's breakout stars, for around €60m.
Hjulmand closing in on Atlético Madrid: Morten Hjulmand is nearing a move to Atlético Madrid from Sporting CP, for €40m plus €5m in bonuses.
Andrey Santos close to Manchester United: the Brazilian Chelsea midfielder has completed his medical ahead of a move to Manchester United worth around €58m, with official confirmation expected on Friday.
Adeyemi eyeing Barça: Borussia Dortmund are asking around €40m for Karim Adeyemi, in advanced talks with FC Barcelona.
Martinez linked with Juventus: advanced negotiations between Aston Villa and Juventus over Emiliano Martinez, with a gap between the Italian club's offer (€6-7m) and Villa's demands (€15m).
Guimarães courted by Arsenal: direct talks between Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta and Bruno Guimarães to convince him to leave Newcastle.
Khalaili set for Inter Milan: a deal is close to being finalised for Anan Khalaili's move from Union Saint-Gilloise to Inter Milan, for €25m.
Mingueza joins Crystal Palace: Oscar Mingueza has officially joined Crystal Palace as a free agent following his departure from Celta Vigo.
Sambi Mbungu to Lyon: Olympique Lyonnais have officially confirmed the signing of Cluver Sambi Mbungu from Caen, through 2029.
Tchouaméni extension: elsewhere, Aurélien Tchouaméni is set to extend his Real Madrid contract until 2031.
