Top 10 big transfers that could happen before FIFA Club World Cup

There is a special mini transfer window which is set to take place just before the start of the mega tournament.

The FIFA Club World Cup is around the corner, and a total of 32 teams have their eyes set on the mega prize. There are going to be teams from all over the world making the event well worth attending. The FIFA CWC is all set to commence from June 14, 2025.

Many teams are looking to sign and grab a deal for some players who can fit in their squad for the upcoming Club World Cup. A special mini transfer window is all set to begin from June 2 and will go up to June 10, during which clubs can sign players to strengthen their squad for the mega tournament.

Teams like Real Madrid, Manchester City and others are eyeing some crucial players for their squads for the upcoming Club World Cup. It will be interesting to see which teams can actually pull off a big transfer deal during this period.

The LaLiga and European giants Real Madrid are also the record winners of the FIFA Club World Cup, as they have won the competition five times. Will they be involved in this mini window? We don’t know. But these 10 transfers could happen in this mini window.

Top 10 big transfers which could happen before the FIFA Club World Cup 2025

10. Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid

There have been multiple reports suggesting that Trent Alexander-Arnold will find his way to Real Madrid as he is not renewing his contract with Arne Slot-led Liverpool. The English right-back is known for his flawless passing. He can play a key role for Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso.

9. Dani Olmo to Manchester City

As Kevin De Bruyne will leave Man City, Pep Guardiola is eyeing to add a new midfield sensation to his squad who can fill the vacant number 10 spot in his squad. Barcelona’s Dani Olmo is one of the options being explored by Manchester City. Pep is desperate for a good midfielder.

Olmo could find his way to Man City. He has shown good performances with Barca this season (2024-25).

8. Bruno Fernandes to Al Hilal

Al Hilal have an offer reportedly ready for Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes, who was the top performer for the Red Devils in the 2024-25 season. United are looking to sell some players, and Fernandes can end up being one of them. The probability of this transfer is on the lower side, but the offer from the Saudi Pro League giants is on the table.

It is up to Bruno and Man United to proceed with the deal.

7. Liam Delap to Chelsea

Chelsea are looking to bring a striker for the FIFA Club World Cup as they have struggled on the attacking front. The Blues could close in on the Ipswich forward. They surely will attract talent after winning the UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis.

They have more options for the position in the squad as well. Liam Delap can be a value-for-money addition. But the Blues need to act fast, as Manchester United are seemingly in the race.

6. Morgan Gibbs-White to Manchester City

The Nottingham Forest midfielder is another option Manchester City are looking at to replace Kevin De Bruyne. Morgan Gibbs-White could be a good addition to Man City, who are eager to get a number 10 before the FIFA Club World Cup starts.

The Cityzens could have offered a contract extension to De Bruyne, but he is now more than likely to join Napoli on a free transfer.

5. Benjamin Sesko to Chelsea

The young Slovenian forward might find his way to Chelsea as Enzo Maresca wants to add a forward to the squad. Benjamin Sesko leads the attacking front for Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. After his performances in the German league Bundesliga, many clubs are eyeing him.

Only time will tell if the Blues end up securing this deal.

4. Cristian Romero to Atletico Madrid

The LaLiga side are looking to level up things in their defence. Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero has caught their eye. This signing can play a crucial role for Diego Simeone-led Atletico Madrid, as they do have a good attacking front but need to strengthen their defence.

Romero has shown decent performances for Spurs this season.

3. Rafael Leao to Bayern Munich

If Leroy Sane walks away from the Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, then the Bavarian giants might add Rafael Leao to their squad. The Portuguese winger has shown great potential with AC Milan and his national team, Portugal. Although Rafael Leao could command a hefty transfer fee, Bayern Munich can make the transfer happen.

2. Viktor Gyokeres to Chelsea

Viktor Gyokeres is surely and likely to move away from Sporting CP. He might end up with a Premier League team. What if the home is in Chelsea?

The Blues need a proper striker, and Gyokeres has shown top performances this season. Enzo Maresca-led Chelsea might come in with a deal for the Swedish striker. But they are surely going to face competition from other European clubs for this top top talent.

1. Cristiano Ronaldo to Al Hilal

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to leave Al Nassr as per multiple reports. There are many clubs, such as Botafogo, Monterrey and even Sporting CP, who are looking to grab a deal for the 40-year-old Portuguese talisman. There are some rumours that Al Hilal have a deal in place to sign CR7 from Al Nassr during the special mini transfer window.

Ronaldo’s contract with Al Nassr ends at the end of next month. Would he wanna join a more successful side in the Saudi Pro League to compete for the FIFA Club World Cup after a trophyless stint with Nassr?

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