Centre Devils

Mason Greenwood's future has been one of the defining sagas of Marseille's summer, being chased across Europe after two prolific seasons in Ligue 1. The 24-year-old joined Marseille permanently in 2024 following his exit from Manchester United, and quickly rebuilt his reputation in France. His revival had begun a year earlier on loan at Getafe, where a productive season in La Liga restored his standing.

Bruno Guimaraes has become one of the finest midfielders in the Premier League since joining Newcastle United from Lyon in January 2022. The Brazil international has made 153 Premier League appearances for the Magpies, scoring 30 goals and registering 26 assists. He captained the side that lifted the Carabao Cup in 2025, Newcastle's first major domestic trophy in 70 years, and has long been regarded as vital to the club.

Earlier today, Manchester United agreed terms to sign Andrey Santos for Chelsea, making it their second agreement after their deal with Atalanta for Ederson. The Red Devils saw a bid of £35 million meet the expectations of Atalanta, with Ederson set for his medical assessment after the 2026 World Cup. United have been tracking the midfielder for several years now, having been first linked with the star in 2024, and now, were seemingly set to get their man.

Manchester United's pursuit of midfield reinforcements has taken several twists this summer, with a number of elite names linked with a move to Old Trafford. Aurelien Tchouameni has consistently been mentioned among those admired by the Red Devils, with reports earlier this year suggesting the French international was one of the club's priority midfield targets should an opportunity arise. United even made a 'formative' approach for the 26 year-old in May.

Former Manchester United players continue to find new clubs across Europe this summer. Another ex-Red Devil has now officially completing a fresh move. At first glance, some supporters may have expected the latest deal to involve Alejandro Garnacho after Chelsea signed the winger last summer and speculation has continued over his long-term future at Stamford Bridge.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS continue to shape their football operations this summer. Another attacking player is now heading for the exit after spending just a single season at the club. Manchester United supporters could easily assume the latest departure concerns one of the club's high-profile arrivals from last summer. Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko all joined the Red Devils ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, with each marking a significant contribution.

Andrey Santos is all set to become Manchester United's newest signing as the Chelsea midfielder is headed for his medical with his new side. Today a deal was agreed between the Premier League giants for Chelsea to see Santos head to Old Trafford for £50 million. The transfer sum is made up of a £48 million initial fee and £2 million in "easily achievable bonuses", with a 10% sell-on clause also included in the deal.

The saga that is the transfer of Aurelien Tchouameni seems to be constantly shifting with Manchester United keen on the Real Madrid midfielder. United have been well known to be revitalising their midfield this summer, having targeted top players since the start of the year. While building their midfield shortlist, reports emerged over an unnamed world-class star of LaLiga being high up on United's list of targets.

Mason Greenwood is set to leave Marseille, with Fenerbahce now closing in on a deal for the English winger. According to Fabrice Hawkins, Marseille are set to receive €40 million plus bonuses, while Greenwood will sign a four-year contract with the Turkish side. The report adds that Fenerbahce have held separate discussions with Manchester United, who are due to receive their share from the 40 per cent sell-on clause negotiated during Greenwood's move to Marseille.

This summer has already become a summer of midfield movement, with both Manchester United and Manchester City reshaping the middle of their sides. Manchester United got their business underway early, bringing in Ederson from Atalanta in a £35 million deal to add senior control to Michael Carrick's engine room. Alongside him, it's just emerged that a £50 million deal has been agreed to sign Chelsea's Andrey Santos, bringing more Premier League experience to Old Trafford.