Vardy to West Ham? Madrid eye Zubimendi move

The transfer market continues to buzz in the summer of 2026. According to The Guardian, Jamie Vardy could surprise with a return to English football: West Ham are interested in the 39-year-old striker, who recently became a free agent after his spell with Cremonese in Italy. The legendary forward was looking for a new challenge away from Leicester.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Martín Zubimendi, the metronomic midfielder at Arsenal. It seems odd that the Gunners would consider selling him, given they chased him relentlessly during the 2024-25 campaign when he played for Real Sociedad, but Mikel Arteta needs reinforcements in attack and defence. Arsenal are also mulling exits for players like Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson to make room for new attackers, while eyeing options such as Pedro Neto (Chelsea) or Kenan Yildiz (Juventus).