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Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and reports from across the globe.
Premier League
Bayern Munich have made a second offer for Liverpool's Luis Díaz, as reported by Sky Sports Germany. The winger is eager to complete the transfer and has been presented with a four-year deal in Munich.
Liverpool value Díaz at no less than €100 million (£86.9 million, $117.6 million), according to The Independent, though Football Insider suggests the Reds have internally priced Díaz at €80 million (£69.6 million, $94.1 million).
Looking for potential backup options, Bayern have approached Manchester United regarding winger Alejandro Garnacho, ESPN reveals. The Argentine prefers staying in the Premier League, where both Aston Villa and Chelsea hold interest.
Chelsea recently submitted an offer of at least €65 million (£56.5 million, $76.4 million) for Juventus's Kenan Yıldz, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, though the Italian club firmly stated the 20-year-old is unavailable.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has requested the club pursue Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, Fichajes reports. The Dutch international is currently in talks regarding a potential move to Chelsea.
Manchester City have submitted a fresh £50 million ($67.6 million) proposal to Newcastle United for right-back Tino Livramento, per TBR Football. The Magpies prefer securing him with an extended contract.
Newcastle are nonetheless preparing for striker Alexander Isak's potential exit, with Express and Star identifying Wolverhampton Wanderers' Jørgen Strand Larsen as a replacement target.
Juventus's Douglas Luiz has attracted attention from Everton, Liverpool and West Ham United, La Gazzetta dello Sport indicates. The Brazilian midfielder has declined to report for preseason training, hoping to force his departure.
While wanting to retain him for the coming season, Football Insider reveals Tottenham Hotspur are now willing to loan young winger Mikey Moore after he sought a temporary move for consistent playing time.
La Liga
Real Madrid's chase for Liverpool center-back Ibrahima Konaté faces competition from Barcelona, according to CaughtOffside. The Reds wish to avoid losing him for nothing next summer and would consider £40 million ($54.1 million) bids.
New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso harbors significant doubts about Trent Alexander-Arnold's defensive capabilities, Qué reports. Alonso reportedly loses sleep considering how to integrate the former Liverpool full-back into his tactical system.
Barcelona are planning to replace veteran striker Robert Lewandowski next summer and have targeted Man City's Erling Haaland, El Nacional suggests. Haaland is reportedly dissatisfied with his situation at the Etihad and open to leaving the Premier League.
Real Madrid executives are set to discuss contract negotiations with winger Vinicius Junior, Defensa Central reports. Though they wish to retain the Brazilian, Madrid officials question whether his recent performances warrant his substantial wage requests.
Villarreal are nearing the acquisition of Inter wing-back Tajon Buchanan, Fabrizio Romano confirms. The Canadian international will cost an initial €9 million ($10.6 million).