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Europe's summer 2026 football transfer window

Major clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal and Aston Villa navigate high-profile transfer pursuits, with Morgan Rogers and Alejandro Garnacho at the center of shifting deals.

2 stories213 sourcesUpdated Jul 25, 2026

In this storyline:Morgan Rogers Alejandro Garnacho Unai Emery

Europe's summer 2026 football transfer window — Photo: Franco Monsalvo / Wikimedia Commons (Pexels)

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Jul 25, 2026
Chelsea complete a seven-year, €117 million deal for Morgan Rogers, prompting Arsenal to pivot toward alternatives like Vinicius Jr., Bradley Barcola and Yan Diomande.
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Jul 25, 2026
Aston Villa submit a formal bid to sign Alejandro Garnacho on loan with an option to buy, as Roma, Fiorentina, Napoli and Milan also chase the winger.
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Chelsea Sign Rogers on Seven-Year Deal

Arsenal failed to land Morgan Rogers as Chelsea secured a €117million move, prompting Arteta’s side to pivot to high-profile alternatives such as Vinicius Jr, Bradley Barcola, and Yan Diomande to strengthen the wide attack. While Vinicius Jr emerged as the top target in one report, Arsenal are also weighing other elite options amid competition and the ongoing transfer window drama.

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Villa Sign Garnacho on Loan With Buy Option

Aston Villa have reportedly submitted a formal bid to Chelsea to sign Alejandro Garnacho on a loan with an option to buy, a move that could ripple through Roma, Fiorentina, Napoli and Milan’s transfer plans. Garnacho reportedly favors Roma as his destination, with Chelsea seeking a permanent sale and ongoing negotiations involving Villa and Roma over best terms.

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