{"id":14785,"date":"2025-07-05T14:30:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-05T18:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/sin-categoria\/summer-transfers-analysis-chelsea-c-madrid-a-stellar-notes-and-movements\/"},"modified":"2025-07-05T14:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-05T18:30:20","slug":"summer-transfers-analysis-chelsea-c-madrid-a-stellar-notes-and-movements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/soccer\/summer-transfers-analysis-chelsea-c-madrid-a-stellar-notes-and-movements\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Transfers Analysis: Chelsea C, Madrid A? Stellar Notes and Movements"},"content":{"rendered":"

Star Movements in Football: Analysis of Key Signings<\/h2>\n\nPremier League clubs increased their investment in the January market to \u00a3370 million, surpassing the \u00a3100 million of the previous year. 2023 marked a record of \u00a3815 million, but will we see a similar increase this summer?\n\nThis year, the transfer market was divided in two due to the Club World Cup. The first window was from June 1 to June 10, with a six-day break before reopening on June 16. International agreements without participation in the Club World Cup and free transfers were finalized from July 1.\n\n\n

Next, we analyze the most outstanding signings in men’s football, ordered by date and price:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JAMIE GITTENS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBorussia Dortmund: A\n\nChelsea: C+\n\nGittens had a curious 2024-25 season. He was one of Dortmund’s best players before Christmas, with nine goals in the Bundesliga and three assists. However, his role diminished after the winter break. Chelsea signed him for his potential, quick movements, and improvement in finishing, but he still has a lot to learn.\n\n\n

July 4th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JONATHAN DAVID<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nLille: D\n\nJuventus: A-\n\nAfter five goal-scoring seasons with Lille, David achieves his big transfer. Juventus seems like a good destination, and his salary is reasonable. However, Lille loses a key player without obtaining revenue.\n\n\n

July 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JO\u00c3O PEDRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBrighton: B+\n\nChelsea: B-\n\nPedro joins Jackson and Delap at Chelsea, forming a versatile attack. His game is more subtle, offering goals and playmaking. Brighton was well compensated for his loss.\n\n\n

\u00c1LEX BAENA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nVillarreal: B+\n\nAtl\u00e9tico Madrid: B-\n\nBaena is one of the most creative players in Spain, with a large number of assists and chances created. His signing could amount to 50 million euros. However, there is doubt about how he will fit into the playing style of Atletico Madrid.\n\n\n

JARELL QUANSAH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nLiverpool: B\n\nBayer Leverkusen: B\n\nQuansah joins the Bundesliga. Leverkusen needed a young defender after Tah’s departure. Liverpool got a good sum for their youth player.\n\n\n

July 1st<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

JEREMIE FRIMPONG<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayer Leverkusen: C\n\nLiverpool: A-\n\nLiverpool opted for a different player than Alexander-Arnold. Frimpong is more of a winger who must now adapt to a position he hasn’t occupied in years. Liverpool made a smart deal, but Leverkusen loses an excellent player below his market value.\n\n\n

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Hislop: Frimpong is a direct replacement for Trent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nShaka Hislop reacts to the news that Liverpool is signing Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen as a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.\n\n\n

JOAN GARC\u00cdA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nSpanish: C-\n\nBarcelona: A\n\nGarc\u00eda is a prominent young goalkeeper. Barcelona seems to be thinking about the future with this signing, despite having Ter Stegen and Szczesny. It’s an unmissable market opportunity.\n\n\n

KEPA ARRIZABALAGA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nChelsea: C\n\nArsenal: A\n\nArsenal signed Kepa for a low price, obtaining an experienced and reliable goalkeeper. For Chelsea, it’s the end of a very unsuccessful signing.\n\n\n

ANSU FATI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBarcelona: B+\n\nAS Monaco: C+\n\nInjuries have affected Fati’s career. Barcelona could not afford his contract. Monaco covers part of his salary in a loan.\n\n\n

KEVIN DE BRUYNE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nManchester City: C-\n\nNapoli: B+\n\nThe City did not receive income from De Bruyne’s departure. Napoli signed an experienced midfielder, but the lack of longevity prevents a higher rating.\n\n\n

June 28<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PAUL POGBA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nAS Monaco: A-\n\nAt 32 years old, and after a suspension, it’s difficult to know what Pogba can offer. Monaco assumes little risk.\n\n\n

June 26<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MILOS KERKEZ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBournemouth: B\n\nLiverpool: A-\n\nKerkez has great potential. Liverpool seeks to repeat Robertson’s success. The price could be better for Liverpool.\n\n\n

June 20<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FLORIAN WIRTZ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayer Leverkusen: A+\n\nLiverpool: B\n\nWirtz is an exceptional young player. The price is very high, which generates high expectations. Leverkusen made a great deal.\n\n\n

June 14<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MATHYS TEL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayern Munich: A-\n\nTottenham Hotspur: B\n\nTottenham paid 35 million euros for Tel. Bayern profited from a player who did not develop.\n\n\n

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Vickery: Mastantuono shows signs of a young Zidane<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nTim Vickery talks about Franco Mastantuono, from River Plate, before the Club World Cup.\n\n\n

June 13<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FRANCO MASTANTUONO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nRiver Plate: A\n\nReal Madrid: A\n\nMastantuono is a new promise of River Plate. Real Madrid secures a talented young player.\n\n\n

June 12<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LEROY SAN\u00c9<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayern Munich: C\n\nGalatasaray: A\n\nGalatasaray signed San\u00e9 to a three-year contract. Bayern will regret his loss.\n\n\n

MATHEUS CUNHA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nWolves: A\n\nMan United: B\n\nCunha adapts to the support role in the 3-4-3. He is a player at his best.\n\n\n

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How would Reijnders and Cherki fit into Man City’s starting eleven?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nJulien Laurens presents a possible starting lineup for Manchester City next season.\n\n\n

June 10<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIJJANI REIJNDERS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nAC Milan: B\n\nManchester City: A-\n\nReijnders is an elegant player. City paid 55 million euros. Milan needs income.\n\n\n

RAYAN CHERKI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nLyon: C+\n\nManchester City: A\n\nCherki joins City. City needs to fill De Bruyne’s gap. Lyon needs revenue.\n\n\n

JOBE BELLINGHAM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nSunderland: B\n\nBorussia Dortmund: B+\n\nJobe Bellingham follows in his brother’s footsteps. Dortmund expects a new success.\n\n\n

June 9<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

RAYAN A\u00cfT-NOURI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nWolves: C+\n\nMan City: A\n\nThe City signed A\u00eft-Nouri for 33 million pounds. He is a great ball carrier.\n\n\n

JONATHAN TAH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayer Leverkusen: C-\n\nBayern Munich: B-\n\nTah left Leverkusen to join Bayern. Bayern paid a high sum for his signing.\n\n\n

June 6th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LUIS HENRIQUE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nMarseille: B\n\nInter: B+\n\nInter and Marseille reached an agreement for Luis Henrique. Marseille needed to sell to avoid a financial infraction.\n\n\n

June 5th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GABRI VEIGA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nAl Ahli: D\n\nFC Porto: A\n\nVeiga returns to Europe. Porto improved their midfield.\n\n\n

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Will Liam Delap be able to improve his game at Chelsea?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nThe “ESPN FC” team debates whether Chelsea is taking too much risk by signing Liam Delap as a long-term solution for their attack.\n\n\n

June 4th<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LIAM DELAP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nIpswich Town: C\n\nChelsea: A-\n\nDelap caught the eye in his first season in the Premier League. Chelsea took advantage of his release clause.\n\n\n

June 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAOIMH\u00cdN KELLEHER<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nLiverpool: B-\n\nBrentford: A\n\nKelleher joins Brentford. Brentford made a great signing.\n\n\n

June 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ESSUGO DIARY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nSporting CP: C-\n\nChelsea: B+\n\nEssugo is part of a wider agreement. His performances suggest that Chelsea made a good deal.\n\n\n

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Marcotti: Huijsen’s \u00a350 million release clause is “like a free transfer”<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nGab Marcotti discusses Dean Huijsen’s transfer to Real Madrid from Bournemouth.\n\n\n

June 1st<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DEAN HUIJSEN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nAFC Bournemouth: A\n\nReal Madrid: A\n\nMadrid signed Huijsen after his great season. Bournemouth was well compensated.\n\n\n

TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nLiverpool: D\n\nReal Madrid: A\n\nReal Madrid paid 12 million euros. Liverpool at least got something.\n\n\n

GIORGI MAMARDASHVILI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nValencia: B\n\nLiverpool: A-\n\nLiverpool signed Mamardashvili. The price was favorable for Liverpool.\n\n\n

EST\u00caV\u00c3O<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nPalmeiras: A-\n\nChelsea: A\n\nEst\u00eav\u00e3o is a very exciting player. Palmeiras kept him for the Club World Cup.\n\n\n

ERIC DIER<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\nBayern Munich: C\n\nAS Monaco: B+\n\nDier is leaving Bayern. Monaco hopes he will lead the team.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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