Barcelona Launch Shock Messi Loan Bid as Real Madrid Target Wirtz in Blockbuster Swap Deal

Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.

Premier League

Kobbie Mainoo has expressed his desire to depart Manchester United during the January window and is determined to secure a transfer to Real Madrid. (Source: Fichajes)

Man Utd have officially declared their interest in Nottingham Forest's midfielder Elliot Anderson, who carries a hefty valuation of £120 million ($158.1 million). (Source: Florian Plettenberg)

Arsenal, Liverpool and Juventus are all keeping tabs on Paris Saint-Germain's midfielder Vitinha but must be prepared to match the French club's demanding fee of €130 million (£114.1 million, $150.3 million) to secure his services. (Source: CaughtOffside)

Those close to Pep Guardiola suggest the Manchester City boss might opt to step down next summer upon completing his decade-long tenure at the Etihad Stadium. (Source: The Times)

Several Premier League teams have expressed interest in acquiring Arsenal prospect Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has been advised he must secure more playing time to regain his place in England's World Cup squad for next summer. (Source: Sky Sports)

Chelsea's midfielder Enzo Fernández has decisively rejected another overture from Real Madrid and is currently negotiating an enhanced contract with the Blues. (Source: Aarón Ramiro)

Man Utd scouts have been observing 17-year-old Bahia striker Dell, dubbed the Brazilian Erling Haaland, though City Group's 90% ownership of the Brazilian club positions Man City as strong favorites for his acquisition. (Source: United in Focus)

While scouting Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, representatives from Arsenal, Liverpool and Man Utd have all been impressed by right-back Wilfried Singo. January offers for the 24-year-old are anticipated. (Source: Sabah)

Juventus might consider proposals for striker Jonathan David during January. Tottenham Hotspur have persistently inquired about the Canadian international, while Chelsea and AC Milan remain interested parties. (Source: Tuttosport)

Aston Villa, Monaco and Napoli are all keen on acquiring outcast Chelsea defender Axel Disasi in January. (Source: Ekrem Konur)

The representative of Man Utd striker Joshua Zirkzee is working to arrange a Premier League transfer for the Dutch player. West Ham United are the sole club showing genuine interest, though Zirkzee would prefer joining Serie A side Roma. (Source: Gazzetta dello Sport)

Meanwhile, Zirkzee features prominently on Everton's wishlist, who are also considering Al Ahli's Ivan Toney. (Source: Rob Dorsett)

Fulham, Newcastle United and Sunderland are all vying for 18-year-old Angers striker Sidiki Cherif, who commands a price of approximately £22 million ($29 million). (Source: Football Insider)

La Liga

Barcelona are prepared to submit a €50 million (£43.9 million, $57.8 million) offer for Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch in January and are confident this amount will initiate serious discussions. (Source: Fichajes)

Negotiations between Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior have broken down entirely and the Brazilian is now available for transfer at €150 million (£131.7 million, $173.4 million). A Saudi Arabian move appears most probable as Premier League clubs like Man City are not currently contemplating bids. (Source: Sacha Tavolieri)

Real Madrid seek to move on another winger, Rodrygo, and are hoping to send him to Liverpool in an exchange involving Florian Wirtz. Both teams are reportedly willing to negotiate. (Source: Defensa Central)

Julián Alvarez is contemplating an exit from Atlético Madrid. A transfer to Barcelona seems most probable for the forward, though both Chelsea and PSG are tracking developments. (Source: The Chelsea Chronicle)

Barcelona are exploring accelerated plans to reunite with Lionel Messi. A temporary loan arrangement is under consideration for the Inter Miami star, who might even be offered a return to Camp Nou in a player-ambassador capacity. (Source: Fichajes)

Nevertheless, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is firmly opposed to pursuing Messi, viewing such a transfer as entirely pointless. (Source: El Nacional)