EPL Clubs Ramp Up Summer Transfer Plans Ahead of 2026–27 Season

Joel JJ By Joel JJ • 15th March 2026


EPL Clubs Ramp Up Summer Transfer Plans Ahead of 2026–27 Season

As the summer transfer window approaches, top English Premier League clubs are showing clear interest in signing key international players and emerging talents, with fans eagerly awaiting official announcements.

Eduardo Camavinga: Door Opened

Several EPL clubs are now considering moves to sign 23-year-old French international midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, after Real Madrid indicated their willingness to listen to summer transfer offers. Camavinga could be a valuable addition to any midfield looking to compete with the league’s top teams.

Arsenal Begin Talks for Castello Lukeba

Arsenal have opened talks with RB Leipzig to sign 23-year-old French international center-back Castello Lukeba, aiming to strengthen their defense ahead of next season. This move reflects Arsenal’s strategy to recruit players capable of bringing stability at the back.

Big Competition for Adam Wharton and Said El Mala

  • Adam Wharton, 22, a midfielder for Crystal Palace, is attracting interest from top clubs including Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United. This is shaping up to be one of the hottest races in this transfer window.

  • Similarly, 19-year-old forward Said El Mala of 1. FC Köln has drawn attention from Chelsea and Manchester United, clubs competing to secure talented young goal scorers.

Aston Villa and Julian Brandt

29-year-old midfielder Julian Brandt of Borussia Dortmund is on the radar of Aston Villa and several European clubs, with his contract expected to expire at the end of this season. Brandt could bring significant value to any midfield he joins.

Newcastle United and Elliot Anderson

Newcastle United may bring back former midfielder Elliot Anderson, 23, currently at Nottingham Forest, if players like Bruno Guimarães or Sandro Tonali leave. This would provide a strong midfield alternative for Newcastle.

Targets for Juventus, Liverpool, and Manchester United

  • 33-year-old goalkeeper Alisson Becker of Liverpool has become a primary target for Juventus.

  • Manchester United and Liverpool are competing to sign 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomande of RB Leipzig, after Bayern Munich withdrew.

  • 16-year-old Scottish defender Dara Jikiemi is close to signing for Liverpool after rejecting a three-year deal with Celtic.

High-Profile EPL Transfers

  • Manchester City are aiming to secure 25-year-old Phil Foden beyond his current contract, which runs until 2027.

  • Manchester United are prepared to pay around £86.7m (€100m) to sign 23-year-old Spanish winger Nico Williams from Athletic Club.


  

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