Real Madrid Plots Massive £215M Transfer Raid as Gravenberch Seeks Liverpool Escape Route

Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.

Premier League

Barcelona are targeting Liverpool's midfield star Ryan Gravenberch. The Catalan giants are willing to sell multiple players to finance what would be a costly acquisition but remain determined to secure a talent also coveted by Real Madrid. Gravenberch has not ruled out a move to the Spanish capital. (Source: Fichajes)

Arsenal have received a valuation of €80–85 million (£70.4–74.8 million, $92.5–98.3 million) for AC Milan striker Rafael Leão, which represents a significant reduction from the €100 million figure previously quoted to Chelsea. (Source: CaughtOffside)

Manchester United are anticipated to pursue another attacking-minded player when the January window opens. (Source: Indykalia)

However, that striker will not be Endrick. United have been definitively eliminated from contention to sign Real Madrid's Brazilian youngster. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)

Liverpool are reportedly considering bringing Harvey Elliott back from his loan at Aston Villa in January, which would eliminate any chance of the English midfielder making a permanent switch to Unai Emery's squad. (Source: Football Insider)

Longtime Barcelona target Etta Eyong has expressed his desire to realize his "ambition" of signing with Chelsea. The Levante forward has also attracted interest from Arsenal and Man Utd. (Source: GIVEMESPORT)

Napoli star Scott McTominay has urged the Serie A titleholders to pursue his former Manchester United colleague Kobbie Mainoo this January. (Source: The Sun)

Real Madrid's pursuit of Mainoo has been downplayed, providing Napoli with an open path to the promising England international. (Source: DefensaCentral)

Any January transfer for Antoine Semenyo is considered to be "improbable." The Bournemouth striker remains a target for Liverpool and numerous other Premier League sides, but the Cherries are expected to retain their key player this winter. (Source: GIVEMESPORT)

Bayern Munich have approached Juventus on two occasions regarding a potential deal for Dušan Vlahović, who has previously attracted attention from Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)

La Liga

Real Madrid are ready to invest £215 million ($282.5 million) on two signings in 2026. Arsenal's Declan Rice is projected to cost Madrid £130 million while Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola is being targeted for £85 million. (Source: EPL Index)

Manchester City's efforts to finalize a deal for Crystal Palace fullback Daniel Muñoz have been complicated by Barcelona's growing interest. (Source: Mundo Deportivo)

Tottenham have submitted an offer valued at €80 million (£70.4 million, $92.5 million) for Rodrygo before the January transfer period. Real Madrid have yet to determine their response to this formal bid for a player also desired by Arsenal and Chelsea. (Source: Fichajes)

Barcelona are in a state of "high concern" following Lamine Yamal's selection for the Spain national squad given his recent injury issues while representing Luis de la Fuente's team. (El Nacional)

Real Madrid have shown no willingness to allow Arda Güler's departure despite significant interest from Arsenal and Manchester City. (Source: DefensaCentral)