Klopp Emerges as Top Liverpool Target While European Powerhouses Battle for Rising Star Estevao

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

Premier League

Liverpool are contemplating a last-ditch plea to Jürgen Klopp to replace Arne Slot following this season's disappointing performances. (Source: The Sun)

The iconic German manager might potentially serve as an interim solution until the campaign concludes, after which Liverpool would pursue Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique. (Source: Fichajes)

RB Leipzig's coveted defender Castello Lukeba is believed to be obtainable for under his €90 million (£78.8 million, $104.4 million) buyout clause, which decreases to €80 million next summer. Chelsea are presently leading a competition that also features Liverpool. (Source: The Athletic)

Real Madrid continue to evaluate Manchester United's staggering €100 million (£87.6 million, $116 million) proposal for Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde. The player might be tempted to accept the transfer given his troubled relationship with Xabi Alonso. (Source: Fichajes)

The likelihood of Arsenal selling Kai Havertz this summer is becoming increasingly probable as the Gunners must balance several years of substantial expenditure with a major sale. (Source: The Athletic)

Manchester United have been identified as the club most expected to pursue Robinho Junior, the Brazilian talent at Santos who has been conveniently labeled the "new Neymar." (Source: Fichajes)

The affordable €50 million release clause written into Serhou Guirassy's Borussia Dortmund deal can only be activated by six clubs. Arsenal are accompanied by fellow Premier League teams Man Utd, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea while the Spanish pair of Barcelona and Real Madrid are also included. (Source: Sky Germany)

Liverpool's declining interest in João Gomes has created an opportunity for Man Utd to chase a deal for the Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder this winter. (Source: CaughtOffside)

Twelve months after his final appearance for Chelsea, Mykhailo Mudryk continues awaiting the official verdict for his doping suspension which is not anticipated to arrive anytime soon. Speculation about Mudryk switching to a new career as an Olympic sprinter has also been dismissed. (Source: Daily Mail)

Manchester City are captivated by the possibility of bringing Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior to their attack next summer. Chelsea and Man Utd will be competing with Pep Guardiola's team for that opportunity. (Source: Fichajes)

Ange Postecoglou and Brendan Rodgers have both been suggested as possible replacements for Daniel Farke at Leeds United. (Source: talkSPORT)

La Liga

During a contract dispute with Juventus, Kenan Yıldız might become the target of a €75 million ($87 million) offer from Real Madrid to serve as a direct substitute for Vinicius Junior. (Source: Fichajes)

Arsenal, nevertheless, are believed to be leading the race in the competition for Yıldız's signature this summer. (Source: La Repubblica)

Another option to Vinicius Jr could be his fellow countryman Estêvão. Chelsea would not facilitate a simple deal for their Brazilian talent but Madrid would possess substantial resources should they separate from Vinicius. (Source: DefensaCentral)

Newcastle United have not abandoned hopes of achieving an improbable deal for Barcelona's iconic winger Raphinha. The Magpies have pledged to make the Brazilian among the highest-earning players in the Premier League. (Source: El Nacional)

Real Madrid show no desire to bid for Marc Guéhi in January despite Crystal Palace's readiness to sell. Instead, the Spanish powerhouse are anticipated to wait until summer to acquire the England international on a free transfer. (Source: Madrid Universal)

There is zero possibility of Barcelona signing long-pursued target Nico Williams in 2026 or in future years given the €100 million ($116 million) release clause included in his Athletic Club contract. (Source: El Nacional)

Sergio Ramos has been suggested to make a shocking return to Real Madrid after concluding his stint at Monterrey in Mexico this December. (Source: DefensaCentral)