Transfer News, Gossip & Speculation Transfer Thread - Summer 2025 Edition.

[Callumturner22]

Does seem like the window is picking up little more now regarding signings from others we have had little delayed start due to play offs/ what league in .. but hopefully we be picking up pace fairly soon. With one or two added

 

[Magnum PI]

Things are moving... Rest assured the club are very busy and clearly not knowing what division we would be in has delayed some of the moves which have been in pipeline for a while

 

[Shrimper]

No need to panic yet. Plenty of options out there. If nothing by July then maybe some worry will creep in

 

[Tommy2holes]

Things are moving... Rest assured the club are very busy and clearly not knowing what division we would be in has delayed some of the moves which have been in pipeline for a while

Add to that a couple of players lined up gained further interest from other clubs which has made things a little trickier

 

[bluesfansince1952]

The way we have previously operated suggests that serious targets will already have been identified and contacted. Some may have already verbally agreed to sign while others will be weighing up competing offers and will make their decision in due course.

Who signs for who elsewhere is of no consequence to us unless we were seriously pursuing them. During the close season there is always the potential for a wild card ie the club being contacted by the agent of a player not thought to be available or interested in us. That could happen at any time between now and September.

Cards will be held close to the chest lest the likes of London Shrimper sniff out that serious negotiations are underway.

All of the above is pure conjecture on my part. What is not conjecture is that KM and co hate even a hint of incoming signings being discussed on here and are especially vexed if there is any truth in such speculation. I have no doubt there will be signings. Some will come as a total surprise while the usual suspects will send early warning of the identities of others.

Final prediction: most if not all of the newcomers will have joined the club not later than than the beginning of pre season training. Not only will that be a welcome development but it will also be the first time Southend will have been able to say that for longer than I either care or wish to remember.

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

Tristan Abrahams signs for Aldershot. Good signing for them. Always thought he was a dangerous player.

 

[Hadleigh-shrimper]

Bring back traffic lights !

 

[gpd]

Bring back traffic lights !

Traffic lights and a corner flag.....these are things that lead to hope. Bring on the hope.

 

[Linda Loan Shark]

Although Goodliffe is still under contract at Colchester I still think we will try and sign him. He helped the team improve towards the end of the season.

Announce Goodliffe

 

[EnglandShrimper]

announce Spasov and Golding

 

[Spaceman Spiff]

Pronounce Spasov, Maher and Aribusitamunoipirim Pepple!

 

[Hampshire Shrimp]

Aaron Blair joins the Spitfires following his departure from Maidstone United.

Eastleigh FC are delighted to announce the signing of striker Aaron Blair following his departure from Maidstone United!

Blair’s journey began in the academy ranks of Dagenham & Redbridge before his search for senior experience saw him enjoy successful loan spells with Brightlingsea Regent and Braintree Town during the 2022/23 season. His performances – particularly a return of five goals in seven appearances during one of his Braintree stints – meant he impressed and reaped the rewards.

The striker made a permanent move to Braintree Town, where his development accelerated. Over two standout seasons, he made 91 appearances and scored 31 goals, playing a pivotal role in the Iron’s 2023/24 National League South play-off triumph in which he netted in both the semi-final and final to help secure promotion.

In June 2024, Blair signed with Maidstone United, joining a squad with serious ambitions under manager George Elokobi. Blair has slotted in seamlessly, scoring eight goals in 26 league appearances so far in the 2024/25 campaign.

Upon joining the Spitfires, Blair said: “I feel ecstatic! I’m very happy to have signed. It’s been a long time coming and I think it’s the right time to make the step up.

“I want to get promoted and goals and assists are what I want to bring to the team!”

*Subject to clearance from The National League and The FA

 

[Hampshire Shrimp]

Ludwig Francillette out of contract at Eastleigh FC. Any ideas if we have run the rule over him at all. Always seems to have done well for them. He has been offered a new contract, but has yet to sign.

 

[SuffolkShrimpers]

Aaron Blair joins the Spitfires following his departure from Maidstone United.

Eastleigh FC are delighted to announce the signing of striker Aaron Blair following his departure from Maidstone United!

Blair’s journey began in the academy ranks of Dagenham & Redbridge before his search for senior experience saw him enjoy successful loan spells with Brightlingsea Regent and Braintree Town during the 2022/23 season. His performances – particularly a return of five goals in seven appearances during one of his Braintree stints – meant he impressed and reaped the rewards.

The striker made a permanent move to Braintree Town, where his development accelerated. Over two standout seasons, he made 91 appearances and scored 31 goals, playing a pivotal role in the Iron’s 2023/24 National League South play-off triumph in which he netted in both the semi-final and final to help secure promotion.

In June 2024, Blair signed with Maidstone United, joining a squad with serious ambitions under manager George Elokobi. Blair has slotted in seamlessly, scoring eight goals in 26 league appearances so far in the 2024/25 campaign.

Upon joining the Spitfires, Blair said: “I feel ecstatic! I’m very happy to have signed. It’s been a long time coming and I think it’s the right time to make the step up.

“I want to get promoted and goals and assists are what I want to bring to the team!”

*Subject to clearance from The National League and The FA

He having a laugh, Eastleigh will be nowhere near the promotion race!

 

[WestyReturns]

He having a laugh, Eastleigh will be nowhere near the promotion race!

Its standard for almost every signing of every Club to say something positive and generic.

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

He having a laugh, Eastleigh will be nowhere near the promotion race!

To be fair, he's not going to say, "I can't wait for a season of mediocrity."

Also, who is to say they can't challenge for 7th spot? As we well know, you don't need to be amazing to battle for that.

 

[Spaceman Spiff]

To be fair, he's not going to say, "I can't wait for a season of mediocrity."

“I really believe we have a strong chance of relegation this year, and I’ve joined to help make sure we can’t hit a cows *** with a banjo up top”

 

[amsemp]

Ironically Kawa left Peterborough and then appears to have become the sort of player they usually target! Would be a really smart signing and a good step in the right direction for the future.

 

[SeldomSeenShrimper]

He having a laugh, Eastleigh will be nowhere near the promotion race!

This league is so competitive, the top 12 will be eyeing up promotion

 

[monkwell]

Go for Manny Monthe - has been promoted from NL 3 times (Forest Green, Tranmere and Oldham) and has already scored for us.