Arsenal target Reijnders, Chelsea let Enzo Fernandez go for 120 million

The European transfer market is bubbling even during the World Cup. On 23 June, three moves grabbed the attention: Arsenal signalled interest in Tijjani Reijnders, Chelsea put a price on Enzo Fernandez’s exit, and Manchester United sounded out Eduardo Camavinga. Plenty happening on the pitch, plenty more off it.

Arsenal want to capitalise on Reijnders’ dip at City

Tijjani Reijnders spent much of last season on the Manchester City bench. Pep Guardiola placed little faith in the Dutchman during what turned out to be his final cycle at the Etihad Stadium. The problem is that, at the 2026 World Cup, Reijnders is on another level.

Arsenal spotted the opening. The London club has signalled its intention to open talks for the midfielder, who combines passing quality with physical presence and is now in the global shop window. For City, holding on to a player who wants to leave and is proving he is worth more than he was used is a tough equation to solve.

Chelsea give in: Enzo Fernandez leaves for 120 million euros

Stamford Bridge can no longer hold Enzo Fernandez. The word is clear: the Argentine’s heart is already elsewhere, and Chelsea have decided to accept that reality rather than resist. The asking price to release the world champion is 120 million euros – exactly what Real Madrid would need to pay to close the deal.

It doesn’t stop there. The Londoners also intend to trim the attack, and Liam Delap is the name most likely to leave. The board appears determined to use the window to reshape the squad with surgery rather than impulse.

Camavinga, Tomiyasu and the return of Thiago Silva

United have entered the race for Eduardo Camavinga. The French midfielder would prefer to stay at Real Madrid but does not rule out a Premier League offer if something concrete arrives. The figure set by the Spaniards is around 52 million euros. Not cheap, but reasonable for what he represents.

Takehiro Tomiyasu, the full-back who terminated his Arsenal contract less than a year ago, is back on the English radar. Two decisive contributions for Japan at the tournament were enough to reignite Premier League clubs’ interest. The market has a short memory – and wide-open eyes on the World Cup.

Finally, a note of affection in Brazilian football: Thiago Silva, at almost 42, signed a one-year deal with Fluminense after leaving Porto. The defender is coming home. Sometimes the market has those moments too.