Man United Eyes Real Madrid Star Rodrygo as Los Blancos Weigh Shock Vinicius Jr Exit
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester United hold strong admiration for Real Madrid's attacking midfielder Rodrygo, according to Jorge Picon. The Old Trafford club seeks to secure another major offensive addition following their planned acquisition of Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo.
Although Viktor Gyökeres remains focused on a potential move to Arsenal, Pedro Sousa reports that Atlético Madrid, Juventus and Man Utd would all be ready to satisfy Sporting CP's valuation instantly should the forward show openness to considering alternative proposals.
Both Arsenal and Chelsea have made preliminary inquiries regarding Barcelona's midfielder Marc Casadó, as reported by CaughtOffside. Man Utd maintains interest but has not yet initiated formal discussions.
Chelsea are exploring the possibility of acquiring Paris Saint-Germain's keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, according to L'Équipe. The Italian shot-stopper enters his contract's final season with extension talks showing little progress.
Newcastle United have renewed their interest in Eintracht Frankfurt's striker Hugo Ekitiké, reports The Telegraph, though they may need to satisfy his €100 million (£86.5 million, $116.9 million) valuation.
Flamengo's right-back Wesley is in detailed negotiations for a transfer to Roma, however Terra indicates Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola is attempting to disrupt the arrangement.
Tottenham Hotspur are evaluating a potential acquisition of Bayern Munich's midfielder João Palhinha, who TBR Football suggests also attracts attention from Fulham and West Ham United. GIVEMESPORT reports Spurs have already established preliminary contact.
Palhinha has also caught the attention of both Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion, notes Christian Falk.
Fenerbahçe have initiated discussions with Aston Villa regarding winger Leon Bailey's transfer, states Foot Mercato. The Jamaican player remains contracted until 2027 with an additional year option.
La Liga
Real Madrid are willing to part ways with Vinicius Junior this summer for €150 million ($175.4 million), suggests Fichajes. His disappointing Club World Cup displays have intensified concerns about his overall performance trajectory.
Club executives worry that Vinicius cannot coexist effectively with Kylian Mbappé, reports El Periódico. Should Madrid face a choice between the pair, they would readily consider selling the Brazilian talent.
Should Barcelona fail to secure Man Utd's Marcus Rashford, they will pivot toward AC Milan's Rafael Leão, according to El Nacional. RB Leipzig's winger Antonio Nusa represents their subsequent backup option.
Barcelona's sporting director Deco serves as the "primary barrier" to Rashford's potential move to Catalonia, writes Javi Miguel. He remains unconvinced that the English forward warrants such a substantial investment.
Real Madrid have secured agreement on personal terms with Liverpool's center-back Ibrahima Konaté, reports Fichajes. Los Blancos are now prepared to match Liverpool's €50 million (£43.3 million, $58.5 million) asking price for an immediate transfer.