The Athletic has unveiled its comprehensive "Transfer Radar" guide for 2025, offering insights into potential player movements across European football. Initially focusing on 25 players, the guide has expanded to include 35 prospects, with three players - Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Omar Marmoush, and Abdukodir Khusanov - having already completed transfers this month.
The publication's extensive network of reporters, including David Ornstein, James Pearce, and Simon Johnson, among others, have compiled detailed analyses based on confidential sources within the industry. Their research highlights several high-profile cases, including the uncertain future of Liverpool's Mohamed Salah.
Salah's situation at Liverpool remains particularly intriguing. The Egyptian forward, whose contract expires at the season's end, has publicly stated, "I haven't received any offers yet to stay in the club. I'm probably more out than in." While his preference is to remain at Anfield, he seeks a contract reflecting his world-class status. Despite rejecting a £150million bid from Saudi Arabia's Al Ittihad in 2023, Liverpool faces a delicate balancing act with their star player, who currently earns over £350,000 per week plus bonuses.
Among the emerging talents featured is Southampton's Tyler Dibling. The 18-year-old prospect, whose current contract runs until 2027, has attracted attention from Premier League clubs and European sides despite Southampton's challenging season. The club's likely relegation to the Championship could accelerate interest in the young talent.
Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku presents another interesting case. Having arrived for over €60million from RB Leipzig, the French forward has struggled to secure regular Premier League starts under Enzo Maresca, despite scoring 13 goals across all competitions. With the 2026 World Cup in mind, Nkunku is open to a transfer, with Bayern Munich already expressing interest for a potential summer move.
The Athletic's guide, representing a collaborative effort between writers, data experts, editors, designers, and engineers, provides an unprecedented look at the transfer landscape for 2025, while clubs are already engaging in discussions about summer transfers even as the January window remains active.
