Liverpool Launch Shock Bid for Real Madrid Star Rodrygo as Vinicius Jr Exit Looms

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

Premier League

After growing increasingly worried about their defensive line, Liverpool have resumed discussions with Crystal Palace center-back Marc Guéhi's representatives regarding a January move in an effort to secure his services before Real Madrid. (Source: TEAMtalk)

A potential incoming player for Liverpool could be Real Madrid's attacking midfielder Rodrygo. The Merseyside club aims to finalize a deal by January and are actively pursuing an arrangement. (Source: Fichajes)

Arsenal are attempting to stay ahead of their continental competitors with "fresh initiatives" in their chase for Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yıldız. (Source: Corriere dello Sport)

Once the January window begins, Manchester United will consider bids for Kobbie Mainoo, Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte and Tyrell Malacia. (Source: ESPN)

While Zirkzee was Roma's top choice, his apparent unwillingness to force a transfer has led them to explore alternatives, with Tottenham's Mathys Tel becoming an increasingly favored option. (Source: Il Messaggero)

Chelsea are at the front of the queue to acquire RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba, ahead of Liverpool, Man Utd and Newcastle United. (Source: CaughtOffside)

However, Chelsea have reduced their pursuit of Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers and no longer view the 23-year-old, who penned fresh terms in November, as an achievable target. (Source: The Athletic)

Newcastle will renew their pursuit of Manchester City keeper James Trafford in January, having nearly reached a deal before the England shot-stopper joined the Etihad this summer. (Source: Daily Mail)

Tottenham keeper Guglielmo Vicario is dissatisfied with life in England and desires a return to Italy, where Inter have already initiated discussions with his agents. (Source: Gazzetta dello Sport)

Inter are also monitoring Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté as he enters the last six months of his deal. (Source: Fichajes)

Representatives from Bournemouth, Burnley, Everton, Liverpool and West Ham United observed 21-year-old Midtjylland forward Franculino Djú during weekend action. (Source: Indkast)

La Liga

Saudi Arabian representatives have begun negotiations to make Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior the world's best-compensated footballer. Liverpool's Mohamed Salah continues to be a priority target for the Pro League. (Source: talkSPORT)

Vinicius and Federico Valverde are viewed as probable departures to generate the finances required for Real Madrid's ideal roster, which features Arsenal midfielder Martín Zubimendi and Man City forward Erling Haaland as immediate replacements. (Source: Defensa Central)

Meanwhile, Real Madrid's top choice to replace Vinicius would be Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, with Los Blancos prepared to activate his €90 million (£79.1 million, $104.6 million) buyout clause if necessary. (Source: Fichajes)

Barcelona have been pleased with Chelsea winger Pedro Neto's early season performances but the Blues will reject any approaches for the Portugal international. (Source: Football Insider)

With Atlético Madrid forward Julián Alvarez as an ideal acquisition, Barcelona president Joan Laporta is prepared to authorize a major sale, whether a player or other club properties, to secure the required funding. (Source: MARCA)

Real Madrid and Barcelona are both pursuing Eintracht Frankfurt left-back Nathaniel Brown. The German club seeks up to €70 million (£61.5 million, $81.3 million) for a player who is also among Man Utd's targets. (Source: Florian Plettenberg)

Rest of the World

Ex-Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez is seeking an exit from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal merely six months after his arrival and has already been proposed to Argentine team River Plate. (Source: Olé)

Major League Soccer teams are prepared to provide an exit for Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott, whose restricted playing time on loan at Aston Villa has angered the Reds. Having already represented two clubs this season, Elliott would need to join a team operating under a different FIFA schedule, such as in the United States or Brazil. (Source: Football Insider)

Agents have presented departing Monterrey defender Sergio Ramos to AC Milan, but the Italian club shows little interest in the 39-year-old. Speculation about a brief reunion with Fluminense's Thiago Silva has also been dismissed. (Source: Tuttosport)