Summer 2025 Transfer Window Nears Record £2.36bn Total Amid Major Deals

The summer 2025 football transfer window is entering its final week with a flurry of activity expected as clubs rush to finalize deals before the September 1 deadline. Celtic is preparing to complete deals for Michel-Ange Balikwisha from Royal Antwerp and is close to securing Uruguay international Marcelo Saracchi on a temporary deal, while also offloading winger Marco Tilio to Rapid Vienna. In the Premier League, Liverpool's pursuit of Newcastle's Alexander Isak remains a major saga, with a potential British transfer record-breaking deal still unresolved due to Newcastle's reluctance to sell despite Isak's desire to leave. Other significant transfer stories include Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku likely to depart with interest from Bayern Munich and Aston Villa, and Lyon pushing to sell their prized player Malick Fofana amid interest from several big clubs. The Premier League has already seen over £2.2 billion spent this summer, with a new record expected by the window's close. Meanwhile, Rangers face internal challenges with multiple players potentially leaving, and Hearts are seeking a new goalkeeper following their cup exit, highlighting a busy and unpredictable transfer period across leagues.