Messi Pushes Barcelona Hard to Secure Teammate's Signing While Tchouameni Turns His Back on Man Utd

Sports Illustrated compiles the latest transfer rumors and gossip from across the globe.

Premier League

Despite Manchester United's pursuit, Aurélien Tchouaméni is set to remain at Real Madrid for the upcoming season. (Source: Ramón Álvarez de Mon)

Certain reports even suggest that Tchouaméni has already put pen to paper on a new Real Madrid deal, effectively shutting the door on United's advances. (Source: Fabrice Hawkins)

A wide-open battle is developing for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Man City, Arsenal and Liverpool all in discussions to land the 18-year-old World Cup standout. No single club is viewed as the frontrunner at this point. (Source: Football Insider)

Man Utd have reached out to the camp of Borussia Dortmund and Norway right back Julian Ryerson, who successfully nullified Vinícius Júnior during his country's World Cup victory over Brazil. However, Dortmund will only entertain offers exceeding $34.3 million (€30 million). (Source: Bild)

Liverpool target Yankuba Minteh could command a fee of up to $107 million (£80 million), with Brighton & Hove Albion benchmarking the winger's worth against Anthony Gordon's recent move to Barcelona. (Source: TEAMtalk)

Man Utd are planning to probe Wolverhampton Wanderers' willingness to part with teenage sensation Mateus Mané with an initial bid of $26.8 million (£20 million). Wolves, however, value the 18-year-old — also on Liverpool's radar — at closer to $46.9 million (£35 million). (Source: United in Focus)

Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are among five Premier League clubs monitoring RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa following his standout World Cup showings. Newcastle, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace round out the group. (Source: TEAMtalk)

Chelsea have begun viewing free agent striker Dušan Vlahović as a "serious option" to bolster their attacking line. (Source: CaughtOffside)

Emiliano Martínez continues to be a priority for Juventus, who want to "exhaust every avenue" in their pursuit of the Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper before turning to other targets. (Source: Sky Italy)

Man Utd remain undecided on whether to pursue Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with concerns over the figures being discussed. (Source: Football Insider)

Paris Saint-Germain are in negotiations with Monaco over winger Maghnes Akliouche, who had previously been linked with Liverpool. A personal agreement between Akliouche and PSG is reportedly already in place. (Source: RMC Sport)

Chelsea youngster Jesse Derry, who made his senior debut in February 2026, is reportedly "close" to sealing a season-long loan move to Sporting CP. (Source: Sky Sports)

Crystal Palace are on the brink of completing the free transfer signing of former Barcelona defender Óscar Mingueza following his exit from Celta Vigo, with a verbal agreement already in place. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)

Man Utd stand to earn a windfall when Mason Greenwood completes his move to Fenerbahçe from Marseille, courtesy of a sell-on clause. The club's share is expected to be approximately $13.7 million from a total transfer fee of $48 million. (Source: RMC Sport)

La Liga

Having shared a pitch with both Julián Alvarez and Lautaro Martínez, Lionel Messi has urged Barcelona to make the latter their top priority. In the legend's view, Martínez is better suited to a system designed to unlock the best of Lamine Yamal and Pedri, providing a more static reference point compared to the dynamic Alvarez.

Eduardo Camavinga will only depart Real Madrid this summer if two conditions are met: a compelling offer arrives, and he himself decides he no longer wants to compete for his spot. (Source: Ramón Álvarez de Mon)

Barcelona are pushing to convince Club Brugge to part with 18-year-old winger Jesse Bisiwu, with sporting director Deco now personally involved in negotiations. One undisclosed bid has already been turned down, but the Spanish club remains determined. (Source: Mundo Deportivo)

João Cancelo is on the cusp of making his Barcelona move permanent, with the deal now considered all but done and a two-year contract set to be announced. (Source: COPE)

Real Madrid plan to retain left back Álvaro Carreras as backup to new first-choice Marc Cucurella, dismissing reported interest from Man Utd and Chelsea. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)

Former Liverpool midfielder Fabinho, currently without a club, has expressed openness to returning to Real Madrid. The Brazilian spent a single season on loan with their B side more than ten years ago. (Source: El Chiringuito)