Man Utd Ready to Hijack Isak Deal as Man City Dangle Haaland in Stunning Real Madrid Swap Proposal
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester United have made inquiries regarding the possibility of acquiring Alexander Isak, according to Florian Plettenberg. The Newcastle United forward is believed to remain determined to join Liverpool, though the Reds are reportedly not intending to make a second offer following their initial bid being so decisively turned down.
Positive developments for Liverpool emerge from Abdellah Boulma, however. Defender Ibrahima Konaté is reportedly eager to stay at Anfield provided discussions over a contract extension can be finalized despite interest from Real Madrid.
Arsenal are readying an initial offer for Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze, according to FootballTransfers. The proposal is anticipated to be valued at €60 million (£51.9 million, $68.6 million) in total.
Chelsea find themselves anxious about their pursuit of RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons as, per The Sun, their exchange deal proposals have all been turned down. Both Armando Broja and Carney Chukwuemeka have been dismissed by Leipzig, who prefer a direct cash transaction worth £60 million ($79.3 million).
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is so eager to acquire Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham that, based on Defensa Central, he would be willing to consider a swap arrangement involving forward Erling Haaland.
Recent Manchester United acquisitions Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo are part of a group of experienced players who feel Antony would suit Ruben Amorim's tactical approach, Ben Jacobs reports, though the Brazilian winger is still anticipated to seek a departure.
Newcastle and Tottenham Hotspur have both entered the race alongside Man Utd for Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani, Le Parisien states. Juventus' efforts to bring back the French international on loan have thus far been unsuccessful.
Man City are in detailed negotiations regarding a transfer for 19-year-old Vélez Sarsfield attacker Maher Carrizo, per César Luis Merlo. An agreement valued under €16 million (£13.8 million, $18.3 million) could be finalized shortly.
West Ham United have submitted an offer for Botafogo keeper John Victor valued just below £7 million ($9.3 million), Fabrizio Romano discloses. Everton and Man Utd are also among those interested in the Brazilian.
La Liga
Tottenham have initiated efforts to secure Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo, according to Fichajes. Barça are receptive to a sale at the appropriate price but are ready to request a substantial transfer fee.
Arsenal have submitted an offer of €75 million (£64.8 million, $85.7 million) for Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni but, per Defensa Central, Los Blancos promptly rejected it.
Multiple Premier League clubs have shown interest in acquiring Real Madrid forward Gonzalo García, AS indicates. The 21-year-old is hesitant to depart and has communicated to the club his resolve to compete for his position in the team.
Borussia Dortmund and Porto are among the teams considering a move for 17-year-old Barcelona midfielder Guille Fernández, SPORT suggests. A conclusive decision regarding his future will be reached following the completion of the Asia tour.