Real Madrid Plot Alonso's Exit While Man United Launch €60M Winger Assault
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester City have identified Paris Saint-Germain winger Desiré Doué as a major acquisition target for 2026. The French international is content in Paris but is believed to be curious about a potential Premier League switch. (Source: Fichajes)
Everton are prepared to reject any January approaches for winger Iliman Ndiaye despite attention from Liverpool, Man City, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur. (Source: TEAMtalk)
Palmeiras have initiated discussions with Arsenal regarding an initial loan arrangement for striker Gabriel Jesus that would feature a permanent transfer clause. The Brazilian forward seeks consistent playing time to secure his place in next summer's World Cup squad. (Source: Espírito de Porco)
Tottenham aim to acquire Juventus center back Gleison Bremer in January but must be willing to pay significantly more than €60 million (£52.6 million, $69.6 million) for the Brazilian, who also attracts interest from Chelsea, Man Utd, Bayern Munich and PSG. (Source: CaughtOffside)
Chelsea and Man Utd have both submitted €60 million (£52.6 million, $69.6 million) offers for Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes. (Source: Fichajes)
Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has expressed his preference to join Man City rather than Man Utd. His £100 million ($132.3 million) valuation is creating significant obstacles, though, and Pep Guardiola's team will pursue Atalanta's Ederson if negotiations fail. (Source: Sacha Tavolieri)
Following reports of Chelsea's interest, Arsenal are ready to dismiss any Blues approach for young defender Myles Lewis-Skelly. (Source: Football Insider)
West Ham United aim to offload striker Niclas Füllkrug in January, with Lazio mentioned as potential buyers. The Hammers have targeted Man Utd's Joshua Zirkzee and Liverpool's Federico Chiesa as ideal replacements. (Source: La Lazio Siamo Noi)
Additionally, West Ham have seen an initial £20 million ($26.6 million) offer for Al Hilal striker Marcos Leonardo rejected. An improved proposal might be considered but the Saudi club are hesitant to negotiate. (Source: Hammers News)
17-year-old Grêmio center back Luis Eduardo is attracting interest from both Chelsea and Man Utd. The pacey Brazilian has a buyout clause of €60 million (£52.6 million, $69.6 million). (Source: AS)
Aston Villa and Tottenham are both pursuing Anderlecht midfielder Nathan De Cat, who carries a £30 million ($39.7 million) price tag. (Source: CaughtOffside)
La Liga
Rodrygo has officially requested a departure from Real Madrid. The Brazilian winger acknowledges a January exit is extremely unlikely but aims to secure a summer transfer. (Source: Defensa Central)
Barcelona scouts recently joined Arsenal and Liverpool representatives in observing RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo during match action. The German club anticipates a fee of approximately €100 million (£87.6 million, $115.9 million) for the 19-year-old talent. (Source: SPORT BILD)
Despite frustration following the 1–1 stalemate with Girona, Real Madrid leadership continues backing manager Xabi Alonso. (Source: El Chiringuito)
Conversely, the Real Madrid hierarchy has arranged an urgent Thursday meeting to evaluate Alonso's position, with multiple key players expressing wishes for his replacement by Zinedine Zidane. (Source: indykalia)
Zidane would represent president Florentino Pérez's primary choice to succeed Alonso, with former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp serving as an ambitious backup option. (Source: Fichajes)
Barcelona have officially declared their interest in 17-year-old Al Ahly striker Hamza Abdelkarim. (Source: Achraf Ben Ayad)