AC Milan & Monaco Transfer News: Walker, Félix, Pogba Updates

AC Milan announces the departures of Kyle Walker and João Félix, Jhon Durán to Fenerbahçe, and the signature of Paul Pogba to AS Monaco … Find all the Mercato info of the day.

AC Milan announces several (large) departures

Six short months and then go. Kyle Walker and João Félix, loaned to AC Milan last winter, will leave the Rossoneri at the end of June, the Lombard training announced this Saturday. They return respectively to the Manchester City FC and the Chelsea FC. Not sure they stay there for the 2025-2026 season. The Briton only played 11 Serie A games with the Milanese club; The Portuguese, for its part, took part in 15 championship matches (2 goals).

Youssoufa Moukoko leaves Borussia Dortmund (official)

An expected departure. The BV Borussia 09 Dortmund announced, this Saturday, the transfer of Youssoufa Moukoko to FC Copenhagen. “”A special story written in black and yellow – Thank you for your 9 years in the BVB jersey and good luck for the future, Mouki!“, Published, on his social networks the German club. The amount of the operation would amount to € 5 million, according to the specialized site Transfer market. Aged 20, the center-forward comes out of an inconvenient loan from OGC Nice with only 2 goals and 2 assists in 11 Ligue 1 matches.

Jhon Durán in Route Vers Fenerbahçe

He should join Turkey. Only six months after his arrival in Saudi Arabia, Jhon Durán would approach Fenerbahçe SK. Stambouliote training “is now about to conclude an agreement after the green light from Al-Nassr from the Colombian striker“, Assures the specialized journalist Fabrizio Romano. It would be a big blow for the navy and yellow blues. Indeed, a few months ago, the 21-year-old center-forward was one of the most courted scorers on the transfer market. The ex-player of Aston Villa FC scored 8 goals in just 13 appearances in Saudi Pro League.

AS Monaco: Paul Pogba successfully passed his medical examination

It’s just a matter of time. Paul Pogba successfully passed his medical examination with AS Monaco, reports Sky Sports This Saturday. He should officially sign his two -year contract during the day. As a reminder, the 32 -year -old tricolor midfielder has not played for almost two seasons for a doping suspension for almost two seasons. His physical condition is thus uncertain. It will undoubtedly take time to regain its best level.

Pedro Chirivella and Nantes, C’est finish

A page turns to FC Nantes. The Canaries formalized, this Saturday, the departure of Pedro Chirivella in Panathinaïkós. “”It’s a page that turns. Exemplary captain, Pedro has always worn our colors with pride and determination. Leader respected in the field as outside, he marked the history of FC Nantes. Muchas Gracias, PedroPublished the Nantes training on its social networks. In 2024-2025, the 28-year-old midfielder participated in 30 Ligue 1 matches (2 assists).

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Key Transfers and Departures: A Mid-Year Mercato Review

The summer transfer window is never short on drama, and this year is proving to be no different. Here’s a quick look at the biggest moves as of June 29, 2025, highlighting key players and their implications for the upcoming season. We’ll delve into the strategic shifts, impactful departures, and new beginnings shaping the landscape of professional football, keeping our focus on providing incisive analysis and credible data.

Strategic Shifts: Key Transfers at a Glance

| Player | From | To | Transfer Fee (Estimated) | Position | Key Impact |

| —————- | ————————– | ———————- | ————————– | —————- | ————————————————————————————————– |

| Kyle Walker | AC Milan (loan) | manchester City FC | N/A | Defender | Returns after loan, potential for future transfer. |

| João Félix | AC Milan (loan) | chelsea FC | N/A | Forward | End of loan, future uncertain. |

| Youssoufa Moukoko | borussia Dortmund | FC Copenhagen | €5 million | Striker | Dortmund loses a promising young talent, Copenhagen gains firepower.|

| jhon Durán | Al-Nassr (Saudi Arabia) | Fenerbahçe SK | (Details Pending) | Forward | Fenerbahçe strengthens attack; Durán seeks new challenge. |

| Paul Pogba | Free Agent | AS Monaco | Free Transfer | Midfielder | A chance for Pogba to reignite his career after suspension; Monaco gains veteran presence. |

| Pedro Chirivella | FC Nantes | Panathinaïkós | N/A | Midfielder | Nantes loses captain, panathinaïkós gains experience. |

Table Notes: Transfer fees are estimates. Position refers to the player’s primary role. “Free Agent” indicates the player’s contract had expired with their previous club.

Fresh Perspectives: Insights and Analysis

The transfer market in 2025 reflects shifting strategies and player values. The return of Kyle Walker and João Félix highlights the dynamic nature of loan deals, where short-term needs often dictate the flow of talent.

The move of Youssoufa Moukoko, while a financial gain for Dortmund, signals a strategic decision to allow a younger player to develop at a new club. Similarly, jhon Durán’s potential transfer presents an excellent opportunity for the Turkish club to bolster their offensive output, while the addition of Paul Pogba adds experience, even though his match readiness will be a factor in his move to AS Monaco. Pedro Chirivella departure also shapes Nantes in a new way, impacting the clubs dynamic.

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Q: Why are loan deals so common in modern football?

A: Loan deals allow clubs to address immediate needs without the long-term commitment and financial burden of a permanent transfer. They also provide opportunities for players to gain experience and playing time.

Q: What is the impact of Paul Pogba’s move to AS Monaco?

A: Pogba’s arrival brings experience and leadership to AS Monaco. However, his fitness and readiness will be crucial factors, given his past doping suspension and recovery from long-term injury. His presence offers promise, but also involves some degree of uncertainty.

Q: How do transfer fees work?

A: Transfer fees are the payments made from one club to another for the rights to a player’s contract. These fees can vary greatly depending on the player’s age, performance, contract situation, and the bargaining power of the clubs involved. Factors also include the prominence of the league and players’ global recognition.

Q: What happens to players who move on loan?

A: Loaned players return to their parent clubs at the end of the loan period, unless a permanent transfer is agreed upon between the clubs. They can also be loaned again or be sold permanently.Both the loaning club and the player can benefit from the opportunity of playing at different clubs and experiencing different styles of play.

Aiko Tanaka

Aiko Tanaka is a combat sports journalist and general sports reporter at Archysport. A former competitive judoka who represented Japan at the Asian Games, Aiko brings firsthand athletic experience to her coverage of judo, martial arts, and Olympic sports. Beyond combat sports, Aiko covers breaking sports news, major international events, and the stories that cut across disciplines — from doping scandals to governance issues to the business side of global sport. She is passionate about elevating the profile of underrepresented sports and athletes.

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