French winger Moussa Diaby has joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad from Aston Villa on a five-year contract. The move sees Diaby join fellow French internationals Karim Benzema and Ngolo Kante at the Jeddah-based club, who are looking to strengthen their squad after a disappointing season.
Jamshedpur FC has strengthened their defense by signing Nigerian international Stephen Eze on a two-year deal. The towering defender returns to the club after a successful stint in 2020-21 and is expected to be a crucial asset in both attacking and defensive set pieces.
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has joined Olympique de Marseille on loan with an option to buy. Marseille is reported to pay around £16 million to make the move permanent. The Danish international, who has one year left on his contract with Spurs, will be hoping to regain his form and playing time with the French club.
Mason Greenwood, the English striker who faced allegations of attempted rape and sexual assault, joined Marseille after charges were dropped. He expressed a desire to move forward with his career and family life, while Marseille’s president acknowledged the controversy surrounding the signing. Greenwood’s arrival follows the departure of top scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Spanish forward Alvaro Morata has signed a four-year contract with AC Milan, moving from Atletico Madrid. The transfer fee reportedly triggered Morata’s release clause, estimated at around 13 million euros. The 31-year-old, fresh off leading Spain to European Championship glory, brings a wealth of experience and silverware to the Italian side.
East Bengal has strengthened their midfield by signing Indian international Jeakson Singh Thounaojam from Kerala Blasters on a four-year deal. The move sees the promising midfielder return to his home state and join a club with ambitious aspirations.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant has strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Scottish forward Greg Stewart, a proven goalscorer and playmaker in the Indian Super League. Stewart, who previously won League Shields with Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC, is expected to play a key role in the Mariners’ upcoming campaign, adding firepower and creativity to their squad.
Barcelona fans are making symbolic donations to the club’s TikTok account in a bid to convince the team to sign Nico Williams, a rising star who impressed at the Euro 2024 tournament. Despite the heartwarming gesture, these small donations won’t significantly impact the club’s transfer budget.
Veteran goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has signed a one-year deal with Celtic, reuniting with former Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers. The Danish captain joins after a spell with Anderlecht and previously played for Nice and Leicester, where he won the Premier League in 2016 and the FA Cup in 2021.
Manchester United has secured the services of 18-year-old French defender Leny Yoro from Lille on a five-year deal, adding a promising talent to their backline. The highly-rated center-back, who played a key role in Lille’s impressive season, arrives for a reported fee of 62 million euros. Yoro’s signing follows the arrival of Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee and signals United’s commitment to building a strong squad for the future.
