Bellingham Delivers Verdict on Man Utd Move as Liverpool Dangles Salah Loan Deal
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Arsenal are monitoring a chance to acquire Real Madrid's Arda Güler, with the Gunners believing a loan-with-option-to-buy arrangement could secure the Turkish playmaker's services, though Xabi Alonso prefers to retain him at the Santiago Bernabéu. (Source: CaughtOffside)
Manchester United are prepared to offer €150 million (£130.8 million, $176.3 million) for Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, with the England international open to returning home if presented with an attractive proposition. United's readiness to meet his salary expectations and provide him with a key role "increases the chances" of a potential move. (Source: Fichajes)
Manuel Ugarte has become Galatasaray's primary January transfer target. The Turkish club is working on a loan arrangement with Man Utd that includes a €20 million (£17.4 million, $23.5 million) permanent option for the summer. (Source: CaughtOffside)
Although initially hesitant to consider temporary departures, Man Utd have relaxed their position and may allow Ugarte to leave on loan. (Source: Ertan Süzgün)
Chelsea have renewed their pursuit of Porto forward Samu Aghehowa, having previously attempted to secure his signature from Atlético Madrid during summer 2024. (Source: Simon Phillips)
Among those potentially departing Chelsea is surplus winger Raheem Sterling. The club is willing to subsidize a significant portion of his salary to facilitate a loan move, with Fulham showing interest. Young talent Tyrique George also remains on the Cottagers' radar. (Source: TEAMtalk)
Negotiations between Crystal Palace and striker Jean-Philippe Mateta over a new contract have reached an impasse, with Man Utd looking to capitalize as soon as January. (Source: Football Insider)
West Ham United have withdrawn their interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Jørgen Strand Larsen after being deterred by his £40 million ($53.9 million) valuation. (Source: BBC Sport)
Alternatively, West Ham are nearing completion of a deal for 21-year-old Gil Vicente striker Pablo. (Source: Maisfutebol)
Manchester City are optimistic about outmaneuvering Man Utd in the pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. (Source: TEAMtalk)
Roma wish to terminate their loan agreement for Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey and have already indicated they will not exercise their permanent purchase option. (Source: Daily Mail)
Simultaneously, Roma executives are developing an audacious plan to bring Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah back on loan, though the Egyptian's substantial wage demands create significant obstacles. (Source: La Repubblica)
Saudi Arabian interest in Salah has momentarily diminished following improved relations with Liverpool boss Arne Slot. A January departure appears improbable. (Source: The i Paper)
While preparing to sell Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace, Tottenham Hotspur are planning another bid for Man City winger Savinho. (Source: talkSPORT)
La Liga
Real Madrid have reached out to Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi's representatives, with the England international favoring a move to the Bernabéu when his contract expires next summer. Liverpool maintain their interest in securing his services. (Source: AS)
In their quest for attacking reinforcement, Barcelona have initiated discussions with Porto striker Samu Aghehowa. (Source: Fichajes)
A forward who may soon join Barcelona is 17-year-old Al Ahly prospect Hamza Abdelkarim. The Catalans have submitted their final proposal to the Egyptian club and are nearing an agreement. (Source: Bassel Tabbal)
Real Madrid executives will evaluate January bids for left-back Fran García, believing they could recoup up to €20 million (£17.4 million, $23.5 million) from his departure. (Source: Defensa Central)
Atlético Madrid will reject temporary offers for midfielder Conor Gallagher, who interests Man Utd. The England international can only leave through a permanent transfer. (Source: Estadio Deportivo)
Barcelona continue monitoring Atlético Madrid striker Julián Alvarez but currently do not view the Argentine as an urgent acquisition. (Source: SPORT)