The transfer market is heating up with key contract renewals and managerial backing at some of Europe’s biggest clubs. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments:
Iñigo Martínez Stays at Barcelona
Barcelona have officially extended Iñigo Martínez’s contract until June 2026. The Spanish defender remains a key part of the squad, with new head coach Hansi Flick personally pushing for his renewal. With the paperwork now finalized, Martínez is set to continue playing a crucial role in Barça’s defense.
Joshua Kimmich commits to Bayern until 2029
No surprises here—Joshua Kimmich has officially signed a new long-term deal with Bayern Munich, keeping him at the club until 2029. Despite past speculation about a possible move elsewhere, Kimmich was never seriously considering leaving. He remains central to Bayern’s future plans and is widely seen as a future club captain.
Rúben Amorim secures long-Term future at Man United
Manchester United’s minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has put all speculation to rest, confirming that manager Rúben Amorim is here to stay. Speaking to the BBC, Ratcliffe praised Amorim’s work, calling him an "outstanding young manager" and jokingly adding that their conversations over coffee often end with Amorim telling him to "f**k off." Safe to say, their relationship is off to an interesting start.
William Saliba pledges his future to Arsenal
William Saliba has reassured Arsenal fans that he’s going nowhere. The French defender confirmed he’s happy in North London and in no rush to negotiate a new deal, as he still has over two years left on his contract. More importantly, he made his ambitions clear: "I want to win big things at Arsenal."
With clubs securing their key players and managers, the foundations are being laid for another thrilling season across Europe.
