Real Madrid Eye Vinicius Jr Successor as McTominay Delivers Stunning Snub to Manchester United
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Barcelona are contemplating a bold pursuit of Napoli sensation Scott McTominay. The ex-Manchester United player has been connected with a potential return to Old Trafford and Tottenham Hotspur, though he appears content in Naples at present. (Source: TEAMtalk)
With increasing speculation about Enzo Maresca's position, Chelsea are preparing a bid for Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola. (Source: indykalia)
Arsenal are contemplating a pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain playmaker Fabián Ruiz. The elegant left-footed midfielder has also caught Real Madrid's attention and is reportedly available for €50 million (£43.9 million, $58.3 million). (Source: Fichajes)
Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo is expected to face renewed interest from Napoli this January as the Serie A titleholders seek André-Frank Zambo Anguissa backup during the Africa Cup of Nations. (Source: Gazzetta dello Sport)
Bayern Munich have decided against activating the buy option in Nicolas Jackson's loan agreement, with the unpredictable striker destined to return to Chelsea. (Source: Fichajes)
Liverpool are monitoring Spurs defender Micky van de Ven, who could command a fee of up to £88 million ($116.4 million). (Source: FootballFanCast)
Jarrod Bowen is contemplating a surprising switch to Tottenham. West Ham United would require at least €60 million (£52.7 million, $69.9 million) for their skipper and key player. (Source: Fichajes)
Bukayo Saka has committed to a fresh Arsenal deal after turning down numerous proposals from "the world's elite clubs." (Source: indykalia)
La Liga
Following an online apology that conspicuously excluded Xabi Alonso, Vinícius Júnior's rapport with the Real Madrid manager is "nonexistent." (Source: Cadena SER)
Bayern Munich and PSG have entered the extensive roster of Premier League clubs pursuing Vinícius. (Source: OK Diario)
Should Vinícius depart, Real Madrid have pinpointed Manchester City's Erling Haaland as his perfect successor. (Source: SPORT)
Hansi Flick is "livid" with Lamine Yamal for provoking Real Madrid ahead of Sunday's Clásico loss at the Santiago Bernabéu. (Source: DefensaCentral)
Victor Osimhen has surfaced as a possible successor to Robert Lewandowski at Barcelona. Along with the Galatasaray forward, Flick's squad are also reportedly keen on Juventus prospect Kenan Yıldız. (Source: Radyospor)