Liverpool Target €100M Midfield Star as Vinicius Jr Issues Shocking PSG Ultimatum
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and reports from across the globe.
Premier League
Premier League
Liverpool find themselves competing with Tottenham Hotspur for the highly sought-after services of Real Madrid's midfield star Aurélien Tchouaméni. Each Premier League side has submitted offers valued at €100 million (£86.8 million, $117.7 million) for the French player, proposals that have caught the attention of the Spanish powerhouse, who remain deliberating their decision. (Source: Fichajes)
Although Tchouaméni's destiny remains uncertain, Eduardo Camavinga is determined to remain at Real Madrid despite connections to Liverpool. (Source: DefensaCentral)
Chelsea's pursuit of Jérémy Jacquet has become more challenging due to competing interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)
Crystal Palace and Chelsea are both eager to acquire Rennes' promising forward Mohamed Kader Meïté, though they face fierce competition. Al Hilal are already preparing a €40 million (£34.7 million, $47.1 million) offer for the 18-year-old talent. (Source: CaughtOffside)
Manchester United are similarly linked with interest in the highly-rated young player Meïté if any of their forwards depart this month. (Source: Foot Mercato)
Liverpool have reached a rapid deal with Roma to facilitate the comeback of Kostas Tsimikas, who will likely provide cover for the departing Andy Robertson. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)
As they seek a more permanent Robertson successor, Liverpool are reportedly considering Fulham's U.S. men's national team defender Antonee Robinson. (Source: TEAMtalk)
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Real Madrid's promising prospect Víctor Valdepeñas. Reports suggest there is a €50 million (£43.4 million, $58.9 million) release clause included in the player's deal. (Source: Hand of Arsenal)
Douglas Luiz is prepared to embrace a transfer to Chelsea if the London club can reach terms with Nottingham Forest this month. (Source: Tuttosport)
Bournemouth have secured their Antoine Semenyo replacement by signing Vasco da Gama striker Rayan. The transfer is reportedly valued at an upfront £24.7 million ($33.5 million) with an additional £5.6 million possible through performance bonuses. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)
Liverpool target Givairo Read features prominently on Bayern Munich's summer transfer wishlist. The Bundesliga champions are focusing on contract renewals this month before potentially pursuing the Feyenoord right-back who previously played under Arne Slot. (Source: Florian Plettenberg)
La Liga
La Liga
Vinicius Junior has issued an ultimatum to Real Madrid stating that without a clear resolution to his contract negotiations by April, he will depart the club. Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is reportedly "fixated" on acquiring the Brazilian star, who is believed to be seeking an annual wage of €30 million ($35.3 million). (Source: El Nacional)
To fend off advances from clubs like Chelsea, Barcelona have presented Fermín López with a contract renewal through 2031 featuring a 50% salary boost. (Source: Mundo Deportivo)
If Jürgen Klopp assumes control at Real Madrid, he would reportedly facilitate a quick departure for Jude Bellingham, whom the German manager views as lacking professionalism. Conversely, should former Inter manager Simone Inzaghi replace Álvaro Arbeloa, he is anticipated to retain the English midfielder. (Source: El Nacional)
Mirroring Barcelona's approach with Hamza Abdelkarim, Real Madrid are poised to acquire Leicester City's 17-year-old striker Jake Evans through a loan arrangement with a mandatory purchase option. (Source: Fichajes)
Barcelona have successfully negotiated an €8.5 million ($10 million) transfer fee for Dro Fernández from PSG, exceeding his €6 million release clause. (Source: El Nacional)
Manchester City were among multiple clubs that mounted an "intensive" last-minute chase for Fernández before PSG enhanced their offer to Barcelona. (Source: Marc Mechenoua)
Atlético Madrid's interest in Lee Kang-in has been blocked by Luis Enrique, who considers the South Korean player among his "indispensable" assets at PSG. (Source: Fichajes)