Summer Transfer Window 2025/26 So Far 

After an exciting 2024/25 campaign, the football season came to an end in May. With many surprises throughout the season, it was Liverpool who took the top spot in the Premier League while Newcastle United and Crystal Palace collected the remaining domestic titles. With teams looking to build on their success from last season, the transfer window this summer has been particularly busy. In one of the biggest windows ever, here at Engage we take a look at how teams have strengthened and some of the biggest stories of the summer so far! 

Alexander Isak Saga 

Perhaps the biggest story of the transfer window has been the saga involving Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. A man who played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s Champions League qualification and their cup winning side, a month ago Eddie Howe was adamant that Isak would not be leaving the club this summer. 

With three years left on his contract, many believed the same, however, it has not quite panned out that way. Having downed tools and missed Newcastle’s Asian Cup tour, Isak has been training alone amidst interest from Liverpool, giving Howe a difficult situation to deal with.  

Liverpool’s initial bid of £110 million for the Swedish international was rejected, falling £40 million short of the asking price. Premier League winners, there were gaps to strengthen on for Arne Slot’s team, and strengthen they have, with the record signing of Florian Wirtz as well as Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike. If they are to get their hands on Isak, they will certainly be a force to be reckoned with across the world this season. 

Arsenal have their Striker 

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal side fell short numerous times last season as a result of no recognised centre-forward. Missed chances were a hallmark of the Gunners’ game last year so the aim this summer was always going to be attacking reinforcements. They have managed that by swooping up one of Europe’s hottest prospects, Viktor Gyökeres. Another Swedish striker, Gyökeres scored 39 goals in Liga Portugal last season, a feat if repeated in the Premier League, would be a new league record, surpassing Erling Haaland’s record of 36. 

Arsenal have also strengthened elsewhere on the pitch with the signings of Noni Madueke, Christian Norgaard and Martin Zubimendi. It’s clear that Arteta is ensuring he leaves no stone unturned as they look to challenge Liverpool to the Premier League title in 2026. 

Manchester United Attacking Reinforcements and Spurs Rebuild 

A difficult season by Manchester United’s expectations saw them finish in 15th place and lose out to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League Final. After one of their worst Premier League seasons ever, Ruben Amorim has been busy attracting new players to Old Trafford. 

Big signings in Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, add talent to their attacking prowess in the hope that they can make a drastic improvement from last year’s disappointing campaign. Having announced a new stadium last year as well as new training ground facilities, it is starting to look a little more positive for the Red Devils. Can we see them back to their best this season? 

Spurs overcame Manchester United back in May to win the Europa League Final, however, their league form left something to be desired, ultimately leading to the departure of Ange Postecoglou. The Lilywhites instead appointed former Brentford manager, Thomas Frank. Frank has done a stellar job with the Bees cementing the West London club’s status in the Premier League. Their biggest signing so far has been in the form of West Ham attacker Mohammed Kudus, however, it is certain they will be keen to strengthen further before September 1st. 

Big signings in Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, add talent to their attacking prowess in the hope that they can make a drastic improvement from last year’s disappointing campaign. Having announced a new stadium last year as well as new training ground facilities, it is starting to look a little more positive for the Red Devils. Can we see them back to their best this season? 

Manchester United Attacking Reinforcements and Spurs Rebuild 

Manchester City missed out on the Premier League title for the first time since 2020 finishing third last season. Pep Guardiola’s side were far from their best as they completed the campaign trophyless in all competitions. The Spaniard will be keen to avoid a repeat of last season making statement signings including Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Aït-Nouri, Rayan Cherki and James Trafford. 

Although Liverpool and Arsenal are looking strong this season, Manchester City have spent very well indeed and could be a serious contender for the Premier League title. 

Meanwhile, Jack Grealish has departed on loan for Everton as part of David Moyes’ effort to get the Toffees challenging for European Football again in their new ground, the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Jack Grealish is just one of a host of names that have come through the door on Merseyside including Thierno Barry and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, amongst others.  

Unlike the other sides this summer, Fulham and Aston Villa have been particularly quiet with the Cottagers failing to sign anyone of note, whilst Villa have only managed to acquire Evann Guessand and Yasin Özcan. With Fulham missing out on European Football last season and Villa narrowly slipping from the Champions League places on the final day, will they be able to strengthen towards improvement in 2025/26? 

With big summer signings and ongoing drama, how do you think the season will pan out? Join us at Engage Hospitality for all of the Premier League action this season and find out who will be crowned Premier League Winners! 

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