The summer transfer window is already generating winter speculation as numerous Premier League and European clubs prepare moves for January. Arsenal are eyeing Real Madrid forward Endrick due to his limited playing time in Spain, whilst Barcelona continue to pursue Manchester City striker Erling Haaland with a potential substantial offer. Liverpool have stated they will not entertain offers for Florian Wirtz despite expecting bids for the German midfielder, and Juventus are weighing up options following a serious injury to their goalkeeper.

Several other transfer movements are under discussion across Europe's top clubs. Tottenham have rejected a bid from UAE-based Shabab Al Ahli for Richarlison, while Juventus and Atlético Madrid are monitoring Arsenal winger Noni Madueke. Liverpool and Manchester City have both expressed interest in Real Sociedad defender Jon Aramburu, and Paris St-Germain are in contract negotiations with forwards Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Désiré Doué as they seek to retain their attacking talent.