Manchester United Target Champions League Hero as Arsenal Close in on Sesko Deal
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester United and Al Nassr are reportedly pursuing Paris Saint-Germain's midfielder Fabián Ruiz, according to Foot Mercato. The European champions are extremely hesitant to consider any bids.
Another player on Man Utd's radar is Aston Villa's forward Ollie Watkins. United in Focus suggests the England striker might be tempted by a move to Old Trafford.
Liverpool have reportedly secured personal terms with Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi, as reported by DaveOCKOP, though the clubs are still negotiating the transfer amount.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reportedly interested in Al Hilal's keeper Yassine Bounou following his impressive display in their Club World Cup encounter, claims Fichajes. Erling Haaland was apparently seen after the match urging 'Bono' to consider the transfer.
Arsenal have reportedly presented a contract offer to Chelsea's winger Noni Madueke, according to Florian Plettenberg. The Blues might be willing to sell at the appropriate price following their agreements for Jamie Gittens and João Pedro.
The Gunners have also reportedly made progress in talks for RB Leipzig's striker Benjamin Šeško and might settle on a fee around €75 million (£64.3 million, $88.2 million), reports CaughtOffside. Man City, Man Utd and Real Madrid are all monitoring developments should Arsenal's negotiations fall through.
Aston Villa and Newcastle United are both reportedly interested in Porto's striker Samu Aghehowa, according to Fichajes, though neither club will match his €100 million (£85.7 million, $117.6 million) valuation.
Inter and Juventus are both reportedly pursuing Liverpool's midfielder Harvey Elliott, suggests FootItalia. A transfer fee of €58 million (£49.7 million, $68.2 million) would be required, but the Reds might reduce their asking price in return for a buyback option.
Liverpool might lose another promising midfielder, reports O JOGO, with Arsenal, Ajax, Braga and West Ham United all reportedly interested in 22-year-old Tyler Morton.
Should West Ham part ways with Mohammed Kudus this summer, talkSPORT suggests potential moves for Chelsea's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall or Carney Chukwuemeka. The Chelsea Chronicle reports the Blues have already been unsuccessful with a swap proposal involving Dewsbury-Hall and Kudus.
La Liga
Nico Williams has reportedly given Barcelona until July 9 to complete his transfer before considering alternative options, according to El Nacional. Bayern Munich represents the biggest competition for the Spanish champions.
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has reportedly guaranteed manager Xabi Alonso that Benfica's left back Álvaro Carreras will join this summer, claims Defensa Central. Pérez has also reportedly acknowledged that Liverpool's defender Ibrahima Konaté is being targeted for 2026 after turning down a contract extension.
Atlético Madrid are reportedly in discussions with Tottenham Hotspur regarding center back Cristian Romero, reports Rubén Uría. An offer worth an initial €55 million (£47.2 million, $64.7 million) has reportedly been made.
Those around Rodrygo are reportedly dissatisfied with his role in this summer's Club World Cup, states The Athletic. Arsenal continue to show interest in the Brazilian winger.
Real Madrid's striker Gonzalo García is reportedly becoming a target for Real Betis. Diario de Sevilla mentions Leeds United's Mateo Joseph as a potential backup option.
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to negotiate a contract termination with midfielder Oriol Romeu, reports SPORT, hoping to remove him from their squad before pre-season training starts.