Sunderland have made headlines with a record-breaking agreement to sign Strasbourg midfielder Habib Diarra. The deal, reportedly worth £30 million including add-ons, marks the most expensive signing in the club’s history.
Diarra, a 21-year-old Senegal international with 11 caps, has accumulated 102 appearances for Strasbourg, contributing 11 goals and 10 assists since breaking into the first team in 2021.
The Black Cats fended off competition from Leeds United for the highly rated midfielder. Diarra is expected to bring energy and experience to Sunderland’s midfield as the club aims to strengthen its push in the English top flight.
In another major development, Newcastle United have submitted a £50 million offer for Brighton & Hove Albion striker Joao Pedro. However, Brighton swiftly turned down the bid, unwilling to part ways with the Brazilian forward at that price. The 23-year-old had an impressive 2024–25 season, netting 10 goals and registering six assists in 27 Premier League appearances.
Since joining Brighton from Watford in 2023, Pedro has amassed 30 goals and 10 assists across 70 matches in all competitions. Newcastle’s interest signals a potential replacement for veteran forward Callum Wilson, who is set to leave the club on a free transfer. Talks between the clubs remain ongoing, though Chelsea have also entered the race for Pedro’s signature, complicating negotiations.
Meanwhile, West Ham United are exploring the possibility of signing AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah. The 22-year-old American, who moved to Milan from Valencia last year, made 40 appearances last season and has already earned 47 caps for the United States.
With Napoli also reportedly in discussions with Milan over Musah’s transfer, West Ham are keen to assess the financial feasibility of a deal. Musah is believed to be open to returning to the Premier League, making the Hammers’ pursuit a realistic prospect as they continue to reshape their midfield options.
As the transfer window heats up, multiple Premier League sides are making bold moves, aiming to secure talent early and gain an edge ahead of the upcoming campaign.