10 Premier League Midfielders Ready for Summer Transfers
With the conclusion of the 2024/25 Premier League season, several midfielders find themselves on the fringes of their respective squads. Whether due to tactical changes, injuries, or falling out of favour, these players have clocked fewer minutes than expected — and with the summer transfer window looming, change may be on the horizon. Here are 10 Premier League midfielders who could be tempted by a move in search of regular game time.
1. James Ward-Prowse (West Ham United)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 1,440
- Market Value: £8 million
- Reported Wage: £115,000/week
Though Graham Potter has brought him back into the fold, West Ham’s earlier willingness to loan James Ward-Prowse out last Summer, coupled with fierce competition in midfield, may lead him to seek more consistent playing time elsewhere.
2. Sean Longstaff (Newcastle United)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 786
- Market Value: £18 million
- Reported Wage: £50,000/week
With limited minutes and Newcastle’s focus on offloading homegrown players to meet financial targets, Sean Longstaff could be considering a move this summer.
3. Joe Willock (Newcastle United)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 1,074
- Market Value: £24 million
- Reported Wage: £80,000/week
Another Newcastle United midfielder facing stiff competition for midfield spots and restricted game time, Joe Willock might be looking for a fresh start at another Premier League club.
4. James McAtee (Manchester City)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 342
- Market Value: £15 million
- Reported Wage: £15,000/week
Despite showing promise, James McAtee’s struggle to break into Manchester City’s star-studded lineup suggests a permanent transfer could be imminent.
5. Harvey Elliott (Liverpool)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 360
- Market Value: £30 million
- Reported Wage: £40,000/week
One of England’s most exciting young talents, Harvey Elliott’s limited appearances this season may encourage him to explore options where he can secure a leading role.
6. Julio Enciso (Brighton & Hove Albion)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 1,164
- Market Value: £18 million
- Reported Wage: £10,000/week
Although flashes of brilliance have marked his time at Brighton, Julio Enciso’s lack of guaranteed starts and recent loan spell could prompt a permanent exit.
7. Kalvin Phillips (Manchester City)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 1,239
- Market Value: £12 million
- Reported Wage: £150,000/week
Kalvin Phillips has found consistent minutes hard to come by and, despite his loan spell at Ipswich Town, big questions remain about his long-term future at City.
8. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Chelsea)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 259
- Market Value: £18 million
- Reported Wage: £80,000/week
Despite his high-profile move to Chelsea last summer, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s limited involvement this season is likely to draw interest from clubs in need of midfield reinforcements.
9. Emiliano Buendía (Aston Villa)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 89
- Market Value: £15 million
- Reported Wage: £75,000/week
Emi Buendía’s scarce game time under Unai Emery and recent loan to Bayer Leverkusen suggests he will be making a permanent exit this summer.
10. Ross Barkley (Aston Villa)
- Premier League Minutes 24/25: 569
- Market Value: £7 million
- Reported Wage: £60,000/week
Though he’s shown quality in spells, particularly with Luton Town in the 23/24 season, Ross Barkley’s inconsistent starts at Aston Villa hint that a transfer this Summer could benefit him.
Final Thoughts
This list highlights midfielders—from promising youngsters to experienced internationals—who’ve found it tough to get regular game time in 2024/25 and might be looking for a fresh start. With the Summer transfer window just around the corner, expect plenty of interest in these players, and don’t be surprised if some of them end up making a big impact at new club’s next season.
