Ronaldo Eyes Real Madrid Superstar as Man United Launch Nkunku Bid
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester United face a £35 million price tag to secure Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku during the upcoming transfer window, according to The Mirror. While Alejandro Garnacho might head to Stamford Bridge, a straight player exchange appears improbable.
Additionally, Chelsea are contemplating sending Estêvão out on loan due to fierce competition for playing time in their attacking positions, as reported by Fichajes. Bayer Leverkusen are actively pursuing this arrangement.
Liverpool's Cody Gakpo's potential transfer to Bayern Munich faces significant obstacles, reports Christian Falk, with key decision-makers at the Bavarian club questioning whether he would improve their current wing options.
Napoli have prioritized Fiorentina's Moise Kean, who was previously linked with Man Utd, at the summit of their transfer targets. Calciomercato suggests the Serie A titleholders are now less likely to chase Liverpool's Darwin Núñez.
Arsenal are preparing to enhance their bid for Sporting CP's Viktor Gyökeres, reports A BOLA. The North London club is still anticipated to remain approximately £10 million ($13.6 million) below the striker's valuation.
After Kyle Walker's exit, Manchester City have initiated discussions with Inter regarding right-back Denzel Dumfries, according to FootballTransfers. The Netherlands international possesses a €25 million (£21.6 million, $29.4 million) buyout clause valid through July 15.
West Ham United hope Chelsea will surpass Tottenham Hotspur's offer for Mohammed Kudus, notes ExWHUEmployee. The East London side desire a fee approaching his £85 million ($115.9 million) release clause.
Inter's Yann Bisseck features prominently on Aston Villa's wishlist, claims La Gazzetta dello Sport. Nevertheless, BirminghamLive disputes this assertion.
Newcastle United might explore PSV Eindhoven's Johan Bakayoko as an alternative if negotiations for Nottingham Forest's Anthony Elanga collapse. Football Insider indicates the Belgian would welcome such an opportunity.
La Liga
Real Madrid are preparing an offer approaching €100 million ($117.8 million) for Paris Saint-Germain's Vitinha, according to Fichajes. Xabi Alonso views the Portuguese midfielder as his ideal successor to Luka Modrić.
Following their unsuccessful pursuit of Nico Williams, Barcelona boss Hansi Flick aims to utilize the available budget for multiple signings. El Nacional identifies Man Utd's Marcus Rashford and Inter's Denzel Dumfries as his preferred acquisitions.
AC Milan's Rafael Leão is also being evaluated, states SPORT. The Portuguese winger could be acquired for approximately €70 million ($82.4 million).
Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly urged Al Nassr to pursue Real Madrid's Rodrygo, claims Sky Sports Switzerland. The Brazilian forward would favor a Premier League switch, with Arsenal potentially making an approach.
Villarreal have entered the competition for Nice's Evann Guessand, reports Foot Mercato. Previous speculation has linked West Ham and Wolverhampton Wanderers with the 24-year-old striker.