The 2024/25 transfer window, which opened on July 1st, 2024, has seen significant activity from clubs seeking to bolster their squads. The recent Euros and Copa America tournaments, however, have impacted some transfer strategies, as clubs awaited the availability of players involved in these competitions. With the conclusion of the Euros and Copa America, the transfer market has surged back to life. The majority of players are now available, with only a few remaining on holiday. The impending start of pre-season tours, many kicking off this weekend, has intensified the urgency for clubs to finalize their signings. Let’s take a look at some of the major completed and pending deals.

Real Madrid has dominated the early stages of the transfer window, securing the signings of Kylian Mbappé from PSG on a free transfer and Endrick from Palmeiras for £39.4m. These additions significantly bolster the already formidable Real Madrid attack, providing Carlo Ancelotti with even more attacking options. The arrival of Mbappé, in particular, as a potential number nine, promises to further sharpen their attacking prowess.

Newly appointed Bayern Munich manager, Vincent Kompany, is determined to restore the club to its former glory. He has been actively pursuing players who fit his vision, and his efforts have already yielded results. Michael Olise from Crystal Palace and João Paulinha have both joined the Bavarian giants for £50.8m and £42.3m respectively, marking the start of a new chapter in their careers. The arrival of Paulinho strengthens Bayern’s midfield options, while Olise joins a forward line that already boasts the likes of Kane and Colman. This offensive firepower aims to sharpen their attack and deliver more positive results. The club is determined to reclaim its former glory after a trophyless 2022/23 season, a feat last experienced in 2011/12.

Manchester United are actively seeking to strengthen their squad and avoid a repeat of last season’s injury woes, which hampered their top-four ambitions. Despite securing a Europa League spot through their FA Cup victory, the club is determined to improve. While new signings are arriving, several players, including Martial and Varane, have departed on free transfers. Manchester United have also made notable sales, including Willy Kambwala to Villarreal for £10m, Donny van de Beek to Girona for £420,000, and Mason Greenwood to Olympique Marseille for £30m. The club has also brought in new players, with Joshua Zirkzee joining from Bologna for £36.5m to bolster the attack and Lenny Yoro arriving from Lille OSC for £52.2m to strengthen the defense. Manchester United’s transfer activity is far from over, with more arrivals and departures expected as they continue to reshape their squad. The club remains committed to its project of returning Manchester United to its former glory.

Manchester City have kicked off their 2024 transfer window with the signing of Brazilian winger Savinho from their sister club Troyes. The £21m transfer, with potential add-ons reaching £33.6m, aims to inject further firepower into City’s already formidable attack. Savinho is expected to make a significant impact for the club in the coming seasons.

Mason Greenwood has secured a move to Olympique Marseille for a fee of £26m plus £5m in add-ons. Manchester United retains a 50% sell-on clause for any future transfer. Greenwood aims to reignite his career after a challenging period, including a loan spell at Girona last season. Marseille are excited to have acquired the talented forward and have expressed their satisfaction with the signing. Greenwood has signed a five-year contract and will wear the number 10 jersey for the French club.

Aston Villa have secured the signing of Belgian international Amadou Onana on a permanent deal for a fee of £50m plus add-ons and a sell-on clause. The midfielder’s arrival comes as Villa prepare for their Champions League campaign following their impressive fourth-place finish in the Premier League last season. Onana’s presence will bolster Villa’s midfield, providing strength and solidity in front of the defense. Aston Villa are not finished with their transfer activity, with further additions expected as they look to strengthen their squad, particularly with Philippe Coutinho currently out on loan.

Alvaro Morata has joined AC Milan on a two-year contract, becoming the Italian giants’ new striker for the 2024/25 season. The transfer fee of £13m triggered his release clause at Atletico Madrid. Morata’s contract with AC Milan runs until 2028, with an option for an additional year. The club opted for Morata despite interest in other strikers, including Romelu Lukaku, with reports suggesting that Morata was a personal favorite of Zlatan Ibrahimovic.