The 2024-25 football season is in full swing, and teams around the globe are still finalizing their rosters. This article provides a comprehensive list of summer transfer window closing dates for major leagues worldwide, including the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1.
German champions Bayer Leverkusen have signed Paris Saint-Germain defender Nordi Mukiele on loan until the end of the season. The 26-year-old French defender joins as a replacement for Odilon Kossounou, who has moved to Atalanta. Mukiele is seeking more playing time after making only nine Ligue 1 starts last season with PSG.
Bayer Leverkusen, the defending German Cup champion, started its title defense with a hard-fought 1-0 win over fourth-tier Carl Zeiss Jena. Jonas Hofmann’s second-half goal proved to be the difference, as Leverkusen struggled to break down Jena’s resolute defense.
Veteran German forward Thomas Müller has surpassed Sepp Maier’s long-standing record, becoming Bayern Munich’s all-time leading Bundesliga appearance maker. He achieved this milestone during their 3-2 victory over Wolfsburg on Sunday, further cementing his place as a club legend.
The new Bundesliga season began with a mix of surprises, a debut goal from a young star, and early red cards. Stuttgart suffered a loss despite an early lead, while Leipzig narrowly escaped with a win despite a late sending off.
Bayern Munich’s new coach Vincent Kompany remains unfazed ahead of his Bundesliga debut against Wolfsburg, despite the pressure of restoring the club to dominance. The former Manchester City captain is excited about the challenge and sees Bayer Leverkusen, last season’s champions, as formidable rivals. Kompany also hints at potential debuts for new signings Michael Olise and Joao Palhinha.
Adam Hlozek, a 22-year-old Czech striker, has transferred from Bayer Leverkusen to Bundesliga side Hoffenheim on a deal that runs until 2029. The move comes after Hoffenheim sold Maximilian Beier to Borussia Dortmund, leaving them in need of a new forward. Hlozek’s transfer fee is reported to be €20 million.
Bayern Munich dominated their German Cup match against Ulm, while Hoffenheim, St. Pauli, and Mainz all faced tough battles against lower-tier opponents, needing extra time or penalties to secure victories.
The 2024-25 European football season is set to be a thrilling one, with several teams vying for top honors. Manchester City will aim to continue their dominance, while Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool all have their sights set on challenging the reigning champions. In La Liga, Real Madrid will be the team to beat with their star-studded squad, but Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will be looking to make their mark. Bayern Munich will be aiming to regain their Bundesliga title after losing out to Leverkusen last season, while Borussia Dortmund will be hoping to finally break their trophy drought. In Serie A, Inter Milan will be looking to defend their title, but Milan and Juventus will be strong contenders. The new season promises to be full of exciting storylines, drama, and unexpected twists.
RB Leipzig have secured the services of Norwegian winger Antonio Nusa from Club Brugge on a five-year deal. The 19-year-old, capped seven times for Norway, joined Brugge in 2021 and has now made the move to the Bundesliga. Nusa was linked with a move to the Premier League in January, and his arrival in Leipzig further strengthens their attacking options.
