July 25, 2026 Transfer Roundup: From Leao to Lacroix, Today's Key Developments
As the summer transfer window keeps moving at full speed, Süper Lig's big three and several major European clubs have made a flurry of moves in recent days. Here is a roundup of the key rumor-driven and official developments from July 20-25, 2026.
Rafael Leao
Fenerbahçe have stepped up their pursuit of AC Milan's Portuguese winger Rafael Leao. According to reports, the Istanbul club have offered the player a five-year deal worth €8 million net per season, with performance bonuses tied to appearances, goals and a potential league title. Milan's asking price is said to reach up to €50 million with add-ons, with super-agent Jorge Mendes reportedly overseeing the negotiations. Nothing has been confirmed officially yet, so this remains firmly in rumor territory.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Another name on Fenerbahçe's radar as they search for a new right-back is West Ham's Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Reports suggest Arsenal have now entered the race as well, intensifying the competition. West Ham are said to be seeking around £25 million, while Fenerbahçe reportedly hope to negotiate a fee below the player's market value, partly driven by uncertainty over Nelson Semedo's future at the club.
Cengiz Ünder
On the outgoing side, Fenerbahçe winger Cengiz Ünder could be on his way out. Serie A side Torino are reportedly interested in a loan move for the Turkish international, with the club's technical management said to be open to letting him leave. Talks are expected to gain pace in the coming days, though no official bid has been confirmed.
Jhon Lucumi
Beşiktaş's move for Bologna's Colombian centre-back Jhon Lucumi hit a snag this week. The Black-and-Whites' official offer of €15 million, including bonuses, was reportedly rejected by the Italian club as insufficient. Beşiktaş are said to have followed up with an alternative proposal including midfielder Jean Onana, but Bologna are reportedly not keen on player-plus-cash deals, holding out for a fee closer to €25 million.
Brahim Diaz
Galatasaray's search for a new number 10 has them circling Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz, with reports indicating Real Madrid are now open to a sale. The Istanbul club are reportedly prepared to go up to €30 million, though the final call is said to rest with new Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho. Diaz's contract runs until 2027, and while the player reportedly prefers to stay and fight for a place at the Bernabéu, the door has been left ajar. This remains speculative for now.
Karl Etta Eyong
Galatasaray have also reportedly added Levante's young striker Karl Etta Eyong to their forward-line shortlist. The 22-year-old Cameroonian is said to carry an asking price of around €30 million from the Spanish club. The move is described as an early-stage target to fill the gap left up front, with nothing close to finalized.
Maxence Lacroix
One of the week's most concrete European developments came from Chelsea, who agreed a deal worth around £52 million for Crystal Palace's French centre-back Maxence Lacroix. The defender was reported to have undergone his medical, with a long-term contract through 2032 expected to follow — part of Chelsea's ongoing push to reinforce their backline.
With the window still wide open, official confirmations on several of these files are expected in the coming days. Transfer news can change quickly; please follow official club announcements.