PREMIER LEAGUE
Real Madrid is seeking to secure a loan for Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund following a request from manager Xabi Alonso for a traditional No. 9, according to Defensa Central.
The agreement has received approval from all parties and will now be presented to Alonso, who will have the ultimate decision.
Chelsea has notified the representatives of Athletic Club winger Nico Williams that they are ready to activate his release clause, which is approximately £50 million ($67.7 million), as reported by Simon Phillips. However, the high salary of the Spain international complicates the completion of the deal.
GIVEMESPORT adds another layer of complexity to Williams’s situation, indicating that he is contemplating signing a new contract with Bilbao.
Arsenal is also pursuing his signature alongside Chelsea.Galatasaray is targeting Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson, who, according to Ali Naci Küçük, has softened his position regarding a potential transfer. The Brazilian has significantly reduced his wage expectations, yet Galatasaray may still find it challenging to meet Liverpool’s asking price.
Liverpool may potentially welcome AC Milan winger Rafael Leão.
Tuttomercatoweb reports that, amid uncertainty surrounding the futures of Luis DÃaz and Cody Gakpo, the Reds are pursuing the Portugal international as a major replacement.
Tottenham Hotspur is willing to fulfill the €40 million (£33.8 million, $45.7 million) fee for Inter defender Yann Bisseck, as reported by InterLive.
Both Manchester United and West Ham United have shown interest in the 24-year-old.Despite an agreement between Al Hilal and AC Milan, left-back Theo Hernández remains undecided about a move to Saudi Arabia. Calciomercato indicates that the France international is now weighing offers from both Atlético Madrid and Newcastle United.
Another player of interest for Newcastle is Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman, according to Christian Falk. Barcelona has expressed interest in the Frenchman, but they are currently prioritizing other targets.
Aston Villa are continuing to negotiate over Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo, per O Jogo. The 24-year-old is available for a fee of €30 million (£25.3 million, $34.3 million).
Christian Eriksen could be offered the chance to join Wrexham as he prepares to leave Manchester United.
Fearless in Devotion state manager Phil Parkinson is interested in signing the Denmark midfielder to bolster his side for their first season in the Championship.
LA LIGA
Barcelona is eager to prepare for the eventual departure of Robert Lewandowski in the future and, as reported by El Nacional, is continuing discussions regarding a transfer for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland.
Alexander Isak from Newcastle and Julián Alvarez from Atlético are viewed as alternative options.
In the meantime, Manchester City midfielder Rodri is being considered for a transfer to Real Madrid in 2026, according to Real Madrid Confidencial. By that time, the Ballon d’Or winner will have only one year remaining on his contract, and officials at the Bernabéu are confident that the transfer is already a “done deal”.
Marquinhos, the center back for Paris Saint-Germain, is contemplating a departure from the Champions League champions.
TodoFichajes reports that Real Madrid is currently in the lead to acquire the Brazilian international, who may be valued at €40 million ($45.7 million).Al Hilal, a Saudi Arabian club, is interested in signing Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen, according to SPORT.
The anticipated arrival of Joan GarcÃa has created uncertainty regarding the future of the German goalkeeper at the club.Real Betis is prepared to engage with Manchester United to negotiate a loan agreement for winger Antony, which will include either an option or an obligation for a permanent transfer.
However, ABC notes that Bayer Leverkusen, now managed by former United coach Erik ten Hag, is close to fulfilling his €40 million asking price to secure the Brazilian winger immediately.
MLS
Tottenham have held talks with the New England Revolution over signing 17-year-old left back Peyton Miller, writes Seth Macomber. Reports elsewhere have suggested there is more interest from England.
Club América winger Brian RodrÃguez has confirmed to Sport890 that he has held talks over a move to Inter Miami. He would rather move to La Liga but admits the prospect of playing alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez has given him a decision to make.