Premier League transfer update: Manchester United prepares to introduce Vinicius Junior for 200 million euros, Manchester City chases Rafael Leo

Premier League transfer market, Wednesday (local time on August 6, 2025), brought a series of major news.

Manchester's two giants, Manchester United and Manchester City, have become the protagonists of the transfer market, with the goal of being the top European team.

It is reported that Manchester United is preparing to invest huge sums of money to introduce Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid. On the other hand, they are also in danger of losing young star Alejandro Garnacho. Meanwhile, Manchester City regards Rafael Leo as a new target in the wing forward position.

Not only these two big clubs, Tottenham and Aston Villa are also actively engaged in the transfer market. Many well-known players such as Rodrigo to Marco Asensio have entered the vision of Premier League clubs that are ready to change the strength pattern before the 2025/2026 season.

The following are six major transfer news in the Premier League today:

1. Manchester United is ready to provide an amazing offer for Vinicius Junior

It is rumored that Manchester United is preparing to shake the transfer market with a quotation of 200 million euros in order to introduce Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid.

According to media reports, the Brazilian winger will become the main figure in Manchester United's offensive line next season. Interestingly, he was not positioned as a pure forward, but as a supporter for Mattus Cunia, who planned to be the main forward.

2. Garnacho is likely to leave, and Chelsea is in the lead

Alejandro Garnacho from Old Trafford has also become the object of speculation. The report pointed out that Manchester United is preparing to lower the player's price to about £50 million to speed up the transfer process.

Chelsea are considered to be leading the way in the pursuit of Garnacho, ahead of Tottenham Hotspur. If this transfer is achieved, Manchester United may lose one of England's best young talents at the moment.

3. Benjamin Sesco only considers Manchester United and Newcastle

RB Leipzig's young forward Benjamin Sesco reportedly considers only two Premier League clubs as targets: Manchester United and Newcastle United. According to media reports, Sesco is not interested in other summer transfer options outside the two clubs.

Nevertheless, the Slovenia player is still waiting for Manchester United's clear answer. He hopes to ensure the club can reach an agreement with Leipzig before making a final decision.

4. Tottenham Hotspur is serious about pursuing Rodrigo

Tottenham Hotspur is not to be outdone in summer transfer operations. According to media reports, Tottenham plans to speed up negotiations with Real Madrid in order to introduce Rodrigo. The Brazilian winger is expected to discuss his role in the new season with his club soon.

If Madrid cannot provide guarantees for core roles, then Tottenham's chances will be wide open. Rodrigo was mentioned as a potential replacement for Son Heung-min, and his future at the club began to be questioned.

5. Manchester City pursues Rafael Leo

Manchester City is also preparing to introduce new players on the wing. According to media reports, Manchester City plans to make a 100 million euro offer to introduce Rafael Leo from AC Milan.

This player from Portugal is considered an ideal figure in Pep Guardiola's tactics. With his dribbling, goals and flexibility in multiple forward positions, Leo is predicted to add new dimensions to Manchester City's game next season.

6. Aston Villa hopes to loan Marco Asensio

Aston Villa becomes another Premier League club participating in the transfer market, taking major actions. According to The Team, the club coached by Uni Emory hopes to re-loan Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Asensio.

Previously, Asensio was associated with transfer Fenerbahce, but negotiations with the Turkish club failed due to financial problems. Villa tried to take advantage of this situation and reintroduce Asensio to enhance the depth of the midfield.