Saliba Eyes Shock Real Madrid Switch as Man United Face Osimhen Decision Deadline
Sports Illustrated compiles the most recent transfer speculation and rumors from across the globe.
Premier League
Manchester United have initiated discussions with Atalanta regarding midfielder Ederson, according to GOAL. FourFourTwo reports that a valuation of €60 million (£51.7 million, $71.4 million) has been established.
Arsenal are exploring a flexible payment arrangement that would enable them to acquire Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze without needing to generate funds beforehand, The Independent reports. While Eze is eager to join the Gunners, there are suggestions that Liverpool might submit a competing offer.
Bayern Munich have also entered the competition for Eze, who is reportedly being monitored by Tottenham Hotspur as well, according to The Times.
Nico González is contemplating departing Manchester City following his reduced role under Pep Guardiola. El Nacional reports the midfielder has expressed his desire to eventually return to Barcelona.
Representatives from both Arsenal and Man City observed 18-year-old Porto midfielder Rodrigo Mora during the Club World Cup, as reported by FootballTransfers. Arsenal currently leads the pursuit, with Man Utd also showing interest.
Feyenoord midfielder Quentin Timber, sibling of Arsenal's Jurrien, has attracted attention from both Man Utd and Newcastle United, but according to TEAMtalk, Inter are leading the chase for his services.
Victor Osimhen's agents have reached out to both Man Utd and Liverpool, informing the Premier League clubs that they must submit formal bids for the Napoli striker immediately if they wish to secure his signature, TBR Football reports. Osimhen is prepared to negotiate a permanent move back to Galatasaray if no proposals materialize.
Liverpool are prepared to request £43.2 million ($58.8 million), plus an additional £4.3 million ($5.9 million) in bonuses, for Darwin Núñez following AC Milan's interest, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. This price point may prove excessive for the Rossoneri, who have inquired about Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to Matteo Moretto.
Aston Villa have contacted Juventus regarding a potential reunion with midfielder Douglas Luiz, Tuttosport reports. Both Leeds United and Everton have expressed interest.
Unai Emery remains firm in his stance against selling John McGinn this summer, with BBC Sport covering Villa's rejection of Everton's interest.
La Liga
Barcelona are considering a major pursuit of Atlético Madrid striker Julián Alvarez this summer, Fichajes reports. Any deal would need to surpass €100 million ($117.3 million), and Barça are currently investigating ways to accommodate such a transfer within their existing constraints.
Luis Díaz has requested a compensation clause in his contract discussions with Barcelona that would provide financial protection if he cannot be registered, AS reports. Unlike Nico Williams, the Liverpool forward would not seek a free transfer.
Marcus Rashford has assured Barcelona of his willingness to wait until the final days of the summer transfer window to complete a move to Camp Nou, El Nacional claims. He has already declined proposals from both Premier League clubs and Saudi Arabian teams.
Real Madrid have restarted talks with Benfica concerning left back Álvaro Carreras, MARCA reports. Personal terms have already been agreed upon.
Arsenal have presented center back William Saliba with a substantial contract extension offer, but Le10Sport reports the Frenchman remains uncertain about signing. He is conscious of Real Madrid's interest and understands that accepting a new deal would eliminate his opportunity to join the Santiago Bernabéu.