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Oct 20, 2025, 03:28 AM ET

Bayern Munich have joined the race to sign Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, while Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan have set their sights on FC Cologne wonderkid Said El Mala. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TOP STORIES

– Dyche, Mancini in frame to replace Ange at Forest – sources
– Guardiola: Man City too reliant on ‘key man’ Haaland
– Real Madrid GK Frohms out four months – sources

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has an uncertain future. Photo by Shaun Brooks – CameraSport via Getty Images

TRENDING RUMORS

– Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is on the radar of Bayern Munich, the Daily Mirror reports. Amid continued interest from the Saudi Pro League, the Bundesliga champions now look set to join the race to sign Fernandes, whose transfer is valued at around the £70 million mark. United are open to entertaining bids to sign the 31-year-old if the fee is right, although it remains to be seen whether a deal could be sanctioned in January, as Fernandes is under contract until June 2027.

– Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan have set their sights on FC Cologne wonderkid Said El Mala, says Bild. The 19-year-old is enjoying a breakthrough campaign in the Bundesliga, where he has already scored three goals in seven appearances. While El Mala is under contract until 2030, he could be available as soon as next summer for a fee in the region of €30m-€40m. Bayern Munich have also been linked with a move for the Germany U21 international in recent weeks.

– Manchester United midfielder Casemirois continuing to attract interest from the Saudi Pro League, according to Football Insider. Despite impressing of late for club and country, the 33-year-old Brazilian is prepared to listen to offers heading into the January transfer window. Casemiro’s contract expires next summer, and while a new deal has been mooted, it would require the player to take a pay cut.

– Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio has told Corriere dello Sport that the club won’t be looking to sign Brazilian icon Neymar, 33, if he becomes a free agent at the end of his Santos contract: “Neymar? Come on, that’s b——-. Never contacted, never offered — it’s nonsense.”

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– A consortium of investors from the United Arab Emirates have approached Eric Cantona, Wayne Rooneyand David Beckham to act as ambassadors in a potential bid to buy Manchester United. (Guardian)

– Saint-Etienne striker Djylian N’Guessan, 17, is on the radar of Arsenal and Tottenham. (Caught Offside)

– Paris Saint-Germain want to sign Monaco wonderkid Maghnes Akliouche in January. (Ekrem Konur)

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– Liverpool have been “wowed” by the performances of Argentine right back Dylan Tomás Gorosito at the Under 20 FIFA World Cup. (Graeme Bailey)

– Scouts from Barcelona travelled to watch Mason Greenwoodplay for Marseille last weekend. The Catalan giants are long-standing admirers. (TBR)

– Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, 25, is attracting attention and the club are preparing to receive offers in January. (Football Insider)

– West Ham United are targeting a move for Toulouse center back Charlie Cresswell, while Everton are also tracking his development. (Ekrem Konur)

– Sheffield United could be forced to entertain offers for midfielder Gustavo Hamerat the end of the season amid interest in the player from Leeds United. (Football Insider)

– Negotiations are advancing between clubs from the Arabian Gulf and Legia Warsaw defender defender Radovan Pankov, who isopen to a new challenge. (Rudy Galetti)

– Raffaele Palladinois a possible candidate to replace Igor Tudor at Juventus, should the board decide to fire him. (Nicolo Schira)

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Oct 16, 2025, 04:56 PM ET

Liverpool are considering a move to land Borussia Dortmund center back Nico Schlotterbeck, whileTottenham Hotspur could persuade Bayern Munich striker Harry Kaneto return to the Premier League. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TOP STORIES

– Sources: Man United may extend Casemiro but salary key
РSources: Bar̤a, Madrid tracking Mexican teen Mora
– Botafogo disputing $21m fee to Atlanta for Thiago Almada

Nico Schlotterbeck could be an option for Liverpool amid concerns over center-back depth. Max Ellerbrake – firo sportphoto/Getty Images

TRENDING RUMORS

– Liverpool are set to make contact with Borussia Dortmund over center back Nico Schlotterbeck, Christian Falk reports. Dortmund have offered the 25-year-old a new contract worth around €8m gross per year, but the Reds would be able to go higher and need to cover for Giovanni Leoni‘s injury amid long-term doubts surrounding the future of Ibrahima Konaté, who has been linked with a free transfer to Real Madrid next summer. Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhiis also on Liverpool’s radar, while Bayern Munich could also move for Schlotterbeck.

– Tottenham Hotspur are willing to pay Harry Kane‘s release clause, which sources told ESPN is worth €60 million, and meet the wages required to bring the striker back from Bayern Munich, according to TEAMtalk. The 32-year-old is reportedly keen to return to the Premier League in a bid to chase down Alan Shearer’s league record of 260 goals, having scored 213 himself before moving to Germany. Manchester United also want to sign Kane and view him as a key player for their rebuild, but any chances of signing the England international hinge on improving their league position.

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– Manchester City are planning a £75 million move to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson but are likely to face stiff competition from Chelsea, according to The Daily Star. The 22-year-old has emerged as one of the top options if Pep Guardiola opts to strengthen his midfield in the summer, with Nico González having struggled since joining from FC Porto and questions lingering over Rodri‘s long-term future.

– Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona are all watching Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, Gazzetta dello Sport reports. Juventus are set to offer the 20-year-old a contract renewal that will run until 2030, but they haven’t yet agreed on the finances. And Chelsea haven’t given up after seeing a €67 million offer to sign Yildiz rejected in the summer, while Arsenal and Barcelona are preparing to compete with them.

– Real Madrid and Barcelona both want to sign center back Dayot Upamecanoas a free agent when his contract at Bayern Munich expires in the summer, Footmercato reports. Los Blancos are looking to replace ageing duo Antonio Rüdigerand David Alaba, while the Barcelona could let Ronald Araújo depart and need cover. Manchester United are among the English clubs also interested in Upamecano, but the prospect of him staying at Bayern hasn’t been completely ruled out either.

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ESPN’s Sam Tighe explores the future for Bayern striker Harry Kane.

When Kane finally sealed his blockbuster move to Bayern Munich in 2023, it only ever felt like “goodbye for now” to the Premier League.

Many assumed he’d be back at some point to chase down Alan Shearer’s record goal tally of 260 — and despite claiming to have never felt more settled in Bavaria, scoring 23 goals in all competitions for club and country as he hits top form, the rumours of a return grow ever stronger.

Kane’s brilliance is built on a natural goal-scoring instinct, pure ball-striking, game intelligence and a frankly incredible level of creativity for a No. 9. None of that will dim with age, so if harnessed correctly — i.e. not in some manic high-pressing system where he’s asked to sprint around — the 32-year-old has plenty of years left at the top.

He’s so good that teams like Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United should be happy to re-wire their entire tactical setup around him, ensuring he has pacy wingers to pick him out with long passes and room to drop deep and receive the ball wherever he wishes.

Typically speaking, you’d be mad to spend €60 million to sign a player who will turn 33 in 2026, but Kane is no typical case.

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– Barcelona and Bayern Munich have asked for information about signing Dusan Vlahovicas a free agent when the striker’s Juventus contract expires in the summer. (Nicolo Schira)

– AC Milan are considering Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae as they aim to sign a center back in January, but Juventus could also move for the 28-year-old. (Calciomercato)

– Roma are keen to sign Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United in January, with the Netherlands striker wanting more game time to aid his World Cup aspirations. (Times)

– Internazionale and AC Milan are both looking at Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu, Atalanta’s Marco Carnesecchiand Cagliari’s Elia Caprileas they look for a goalkeeper. The former could also move for Napoli’s Alex Meretwhile the latter are monitoring Parma’s Zion Suzuki. (Tuttosport)

– Juventus are one of the clubs interested in a January move for Al Ahli midfielder Franck Kessie, but the 28-year-old would have to significantly reduce his €10m wages for a transfer to happen. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Juventus are very interested in Bayern Munich defender Raphael Guerreiro, while Girona’s Arnau Martinez and Nice’s Jonathan Clauss are also being looked at. (Tuttosport)

– Paris Saint-Germain will be forced to renegotiate Ousmane Dembele‘s contract after the forward won the Ballon d’Or. (L’Equipe)

– PSG are also negotiating contract renewals for Willian Pacho, Senny Mayulu, Bradley Barcolaand Fabian Ruiz. (L’Equipe)

– Every top German club other than Bayern Munich are showing a concrete interest in 21-year-old Hertha BSC center back Linus Gechter, with a transfer planned to happen in January or the summer at the latest. (Florian Plettenberg)

– Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has asked his bosses to sign free agent Lorenzo Insigne and a midfielder. (Calciomercato)

– Real Madrid expect to receive plenty of offers to sign striker Gonzalo Garcia during the January transfer window. (Marca)

– Olympique Lyonnais will look to sign Stade Rennais right back Hans Hateboer on loan. (L’Equipe)

– Wolfsburg, Koln, Stuttgart, Fiorentina, Cremonese and Sassuolo are among the clubs who have a concrete interest in 18-year-old Widzew Lodz midfielder Kuba Nawrocki. (Rudy Galetti)

– Several Brazilian clubs are showing an interest in Fenerbahce attacking midfielder Anderson Talisca, who is expected to leave as a free agent in the summer. (Rudy Galetti)

– A Premier League club sent scouts to watch Rayo Vallecano winger Fran Perezin their Conference League win against Shkendija, in which he scored. (Rudy Galetti)

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Oct 15, 2025, 05:05 PM ET

Chelsea and Juventus are set to battle it out to sign Al Hilal midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic on a free transfer, while Real Madrid are interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Moisés Caicedo, who has been offered a new contract. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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– Sources: Utd may extend Casemiro but salary key
– De Jong signs new Barcelona contract until 2029
РSources: Bar̤a, Madrid tracking Mexican teen Mora

Could either Chelsea or Juventus end up signing Sergej Milinkovic-Savic? (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

TRENDING RUMORS

– A race between Chelsea and Juventus could take place for Al Hilal midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, according to Corriere dello Sport. The 30-year-old is set to enter the final six months of his contract in January and, having not yet signed an extension, multiple clubs across Europe (including Galatasaray and Fenerbahce) are tracking him with a view to getting him to sign a pre-contract agreement. The Serbia international has made four appearances in the Saudi Pro League side so far this season.

– Chelsea plan to offer midfielder Moisés Caicedo a new contract to ward off interest from Real Madrid, according to TEAMtalk. Los Blancos are reported to be one of the sides keeping tabs on the 23-year-old but, following several impressive performances so far this season, it looks as though the Blues are set to reward him with improved terms to stay put at Stamford Bridge. And Caicedo’s long-term deal in West London isn’t set to expire until 2031 already.

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– Internazionale have joined the race for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi, reports Tuttosport. Inter are reportedly monitoring the 25-year-old’s situation at Selhurst Park, with belief that he could be a strong replacement for Yann Bisseck, who could leave San Siro next summer. Guéhi remains on the radar of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich, but Liverpool are leading the race for him after a £35 million move broke down on the final day of the summer transfer window.

– Brighton will dismiss offers to sign midfielder Carlos Baleba in January amid interest from the Premier League. TalkSPORT reports that the Seagulls have no plans to part ways with the 21-year-old during the middle of the season, with hopes of dissuading interested sides by asking for a £120 million fee. Meanwhile, Manchester United are set to prioritize a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, 21, according to iNews, having placed him as their No. 1 priority ahead of Baleba amid their search for a midfielder. Wharton has also recently been linked with Real Madrid.

– A move for Dinamo Zagreb winger Cardoso Varela is being considered by Barcelona and Chelsea, reports Mundo Deportivo. The Blaugranaare closely monitoring the 16-year-old, with club sporting director Deco having already met with his representatives. While the Blues are also interested in Varela, whether the LaLiga club make a move for him is expected to hinge on if they decide to sign on-loan Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford permanently.

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ESPN’s Madrid correspondent Alex Kirkland looks at the likelihood of Real Madrid landing Moisés Caicedo.

Real Madrid’s summer rebuild — signing three defenders in Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen and Alvaro Carreras, plus a wide forward in Franco Mastantuono — didn’t include a central midfielder, which for many fans and pundits, should have been top of the list.

So far this season, Xabi Alonso has tended to pick Aurelien Tchouameni, Fede Valverde and Arda Guler as his midfield three, with Jude Bellingham coming back into the picture after his recovery from shoulder surgery. The team have mostly played well, but in the two biggest games of Alonso’s tenure so far — the Club World Cup semifinal against PSG, and the derby against Atletico — they’ve come up short, and it’s hard to escape the feeling that, despite the qualities of Tchouameni, Valverde et al, they’re still missing a really dominant, tempo-setting midfielder.

Is Caicedo that player? A contract until 2031 is clearly an issue. Madrid only pay big transfer fees for the most elite prospects, like Bellingham, and that contract duration means a free transfer would be a distant prospect. Here in Madrid, there’s been no reporting yet that Caicedo is a serious target.

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– Clubs in Saudi Arabia are looking to sign Real Madrid center back Antonio Rudigeras he enters the final year of his deal. (Fabrizio Romano)

– Barcelona are keeping tabs on Borussia Dortmund forward Serhou Guirassy and winger Karim Adeyemi. (Bild)

– There is an undisclosed release clause in the contract of Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, who has been linked with both Manchester United and Liverpool. (TalkSPORT)

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– Bayern Munich winger Adin Licina is being watched by Juventus and Borussia Dortmund. (Tuttosport)

– Clubs in the Premier League could be interested in signing Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, 37, if he becomes available as a free transfer. (Football Insider)

– Monaco will wait until the end of the season before deciding whether to activate the permanent option clause in the loan deal of Barcelona winger Ansu Fati. (Sport)

– Juventus could need Fenerbahce defender Milan Skriniar to accept a lower salary for a move to become possible, with the 30-year-old earning close to €10m-per-season. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Eintracht Frankfurt are open to parting ways with striker Elye Wahi, while they also hold interest in Newcastle forward Will Osula. (Florian Plettenberg)

– Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka wants to stay at the club, but they could still look to move him on. (Fabrizio Romano)

– Former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaeris on the shortlist of Rangers as they continue their search for a head coach. (TEAMtalk)

– Premier League clubs Chelsea and Brighton are looking at Lazio defender Mario Gila. (Football Insider)

– Barcelona are planning to begin talks over a new contract with defender Eric Garcia. (Nicolo Schira)

– AS Roma and Juventus are monitoring the contract situation of Bologna midfielder Remo Freuler. (Nicolo Schira)

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Oct 14, 2025, 04:00 AM ET

Neymar could be set for a return to Europe in Serie A, while Arsenal, Manchester City and Real Madrid are among the clubs eyeing Eintracht Frankfurt left back Nathaniel Brown. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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– De Jong signs new Barcelona contract until 2029
РSources: Bar̤a, Madrid tracking Mexican teen Mora
– Klopp defends Wirtz: ‘Once-in-a-century talent’

Neymar became the world’s most expensive player when he moved from Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Could he now return to Europe on a free transfer? Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images

TRENDING RUMORS

– Santos forward Neymar is open to a move to Serie A amid links to Inter Milan and Napoli, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 33-year-old is set to become a free agent at the end of the year, and could return to Europe where he spent a decade at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Amid hopes of impressing Brazil senior national team manager Carlo Ancelotti and gaining a recall to the national team ahead of next year’s FIFA World Cup, it is reported that Neymar would be keen to a move to either of the two clubs in Italy. Neymar, who has also recently been linked with MLS club Inter Miami, was previously offered to the Nerazzurriin the summer.

– Multiple clubs in Europe are interested in Eintracht Frankfurt left back Nathaniel Brown, Bild reports. Real Madrid, Arsenal, and Manchester City are all keen on the 22-year-old following a number of impressive performances this season, while he has also been linked with AC Milan. According to Florian Plettenberg, the Bundesliga club are aware of interest in Brown’s signature, and they are expected to demand an offer worth at least €60 million before agreeing to part ways with him.

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– AS Roma are in the race for Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, reports The Sun. The Serie A club are said to be lining up a move in January for the 24-year-old, who they see as a potential loan option to reinforce their forward line. Zirkzee, who is yet to start a match for the Red Devils this season, has been linked with several clubs in Italy, where he spent two seasons at Bologna before moving to Old Trafford. Sources told ESPN last week that United are set to hold talks with the Netherlands international ahead of the January transfer window.

– Liverpool are ready to make a U-turn regarding their stance on winger Federico Chiesa, according to Football Insider. Chiesa, 27, was previously linked with a potential exit from Anfield during the summer amid interest from Serie A, but the latest indicates that the Reds now see him as an important part of manager Arne Slot’s side, and they have no interest in listening to offers for him during the January transfer window. He has been one of the standouts for his side this season, having directly contributed to four goals in 153 minutes across six appearances.

– A move for Fenerbahce and Slovakia international defender Milan Skriniar is being weighed up by Juventus, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The 30-year-old is reportedly one of the top names on the Bianconeri’s shortlist as they look to sign cover for starter Gleison Bremer, who is expected to be out for a considerable amount of time after suffering a torn meniscus in the Serie A match with Atalanta. It is said that they could also consider a deal for Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-Jae, 28, but his non-EU status would be a potential obstacle.

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– Manchester United remain keen on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham, but they could face competition from Crystal Palace. (Bild)

– Tottenham Hotspur could make a move to sign on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha permanently by activating the permanent clause in the deal. It is worth between €25m and €30m. (Florian Plettenberg)

– It is unlikely that Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney will return to the Premier League in January despite being linked with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur. (TEAMtalk)

РParis Saint-Germain are weighing up an approach for Roma midfielder Manu Kon̩. (Corriere dello Sport)

– Juventus are prioritizing signing winger Kenan Yildiz to a new contract amid interest in his signature from across Europe. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

– Manchester United are expected to part ways with defender Tyrell Malacia in January. (Nicolò Schira)

– Napoli are preparing to sign midfielder André-Frank Zambo Anguissa to a new contract that will secure his future until the summer of 2029. (Nicolò Schira)

РAtl̩tico Madrid right back Nahuel Molina is on the radar of Juventus. (Fabrizio Romano)

– Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, and Brighton & Hove Albion are among the teams interested in FC Porto midfielder Victor Froholdt. (CaughtOffside)

– Multiple Championship clubs are interested in free agent striker Emmanuel Dennis, who left Nottingham Forest by mutual consent in August. (Daily Mail)

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Oct 13, 2025, 04:00 PM ET

Levante’s Karl Etta Eyong has been identified as Robert Lewandowski‘s successor at Barcelona, while Manchester United have joined the clubs wanting to sign Mexico’s rising star Gilberto Mora. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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– AI agent? Ex-Utd prospect used ChatGPT for move
– Sources: Utd set for Mainoo, Zirkzee talks as clubs circle
– Glasner had ‘early’ talks over new Crystal Palace contract

Karl Etta Eyong has made a big impact in LaLiga since signing for Levante from Villarreal. Pedro Salado/Getty Images

TRENDING RUMORS

– Robert Lewandowski is increasingly likely to leave Barcelona at the end of this season rather than renewing his contract, Diario Sport reports. This is said to be down to the 37-year-old striker’s age, a decline in form and an inability to press at the same pace as his teammates. The Blaugrana are already looking for replacements with Levante’s Karl Etta Eyong being identified as somebody who can compete with Ferran Torres for a starting berth up front — the 21-year-old Cameroon international has already scored four goals and registered one assist in five LaLiga matches since signing from Villarreal in the summer. Lewandowski could look to move elsewhere or retire, but he doesn’t want to go to Saudi Arabia.

– Real Madrid and Manchester United are among the clubs who want to sign Tijuana midfielder Gilberto Mora, according to Calciomercato. The report adds that Inter Milan and Juventus have included the 16-year-old on their list of possible options after scouting him at the Under-20 World Cup. This attention comes despite the fact that the Mexican won’t be allowed to move to Europe until he turns 18. He has already represented Mexico at senior level, winning the Gold Cup.

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– Liverpool’s Joe Gomez is the priority for AC Milan as they aim to sign an experienced centre-back in January, according to Corriere dello Sport. The 28-year-old wants to get more minutes and Igli Tare and Giorgio Furlani will try to make a move happen, but they will move on if a solution can’t be found. The Rossoneri are also looking to renew forward Christian Pulisic‘s contract as “the eyes of half of Europe could soon turn on him”, while Premier League clubs are enquiring about goalkeeper Mike Maignan and Milan will look to renew the contracts of Fikayo Tomoriand Alexis Saelemaekers.

РReal Madrid and Valencia are showing the greatest interest in signing Elche midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza, reports Diario Sport, but Barcelona, Atl̩tico Madrid, Villarreal, Paris FC and Premier League clubs are also keeping track of the 20-year-old. This comes with Mendoza having impressed for Spain in the Under-20 World Cup after making the step up to La Liga having helped his side earn promotion last season.

– Juventus could reignite their interest in Girona right-back Arnau Martínez in January with full-back being seen as an important position to strengthen in, reports Tuttosport, who add that the Bianconeri have also been closely monitoring Genoa’s Brooke Norton-Cuffy and Monaco’s Jordan Teze. Juventus have also made enquiries about Bayern Munich left-back Raphaël Guerreiro and are considering a move, as the 31-year-old is unlikely to renew his contract with his current deal expiring in the summer.

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– Inter Milan see Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi as a possible long-term successor to Yann Sommer. (Rudy Galetti)

– Juventus are looking at Matias Siltanen, but DjurgÃ¥rden want €20m for the 18-year-old midfielder with Bayer Leverkusen and Premier League clubs also interested. (Tuttosport)

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– Piotr Zielinski could leave Inter Milan in January, although his salary of €4.5m-per-season could be a stumbling block. (Corriere dello Sport)

– Atlético Madrid are happy with loanee Nico González and plan to make his move from Juventus permanent. They have an option worth €32m plus €1m that becomes an obligation if the winger plays at least 45 minutes in 21 La Liga matches. (Nicolò Schira)

– Negotiations are underway between Juventus and Kenan Yildiz for a contract that could run until 2030. (Calciomercato)

– Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is set to sign a new contract. The Toffees are also looking to extend the deals of James Garner and Vitaliy Mykolenko. (The Times)

– Inter Milan don’t want to let Francesco Esposito leave and are prepared to double the 20-year-old striker’s salary. (LGazzetta dello Sport)

– Bologna are planning to extend 28-year-old winger Riccardo Orsolini‘s contract to 2030. (Corriere dello Sport)

– Crystal Palace chief Steve Parish has admitted that Adam Wharton will want to play Champions League football at some point, whether that is at Selhurst Park or elsewhere. (talkSPORT)

– Inter Milan are closely monitoring Santos teenage forward Robinho Jr., who is the son of former Brazil and AC Milan star Robinho. The Italian club is expected to make an offer in the next transfer window to sign the 17-year-old, whose contract with Santos runs until 2027. (TNT Brasil)

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Oct 12, 2025, 04:46 AM ET

Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton is a target for Manchester United, while Real Madrid are ramping up their interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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TOP STORIES

– Isak: No contact with Howe since Newcastle exit
– USWNT forward Sears inks new Louisville deal
– Barcelona seeking to rebuild ‘bridges’ with UEFA

Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has been linked with a host of top clubs. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/Getty Images)

TRENDING RUMORS

– Manchester United are plotting a £60 million bid to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, according to the Daily Star. With United boss Ruben Amorim keen to bolster his options in the middle of the park, the 21-year-old has emerged as a leading candidate. Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro are expected to leave Old Trafford in the long term, leaving a massive hole in midfield that a player of Wharton’s quality could soon fill. The Red Devils previously looked at Brighton and Hove Albion star Carlos Baleba, but a reported transfer valuation north of £100 million looks to have cooled their interest.

– Real Madrid have also been linked with Wharton but are now “ramping up” their interest in Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández, says Football Insider. Any potential transfer will hinge upon Fernández’s desire to make the move, as an offer in excess of £100 million could bring Chelsea to the negotiation table. Los Blancos are also monitoring his teammate Moisés Caicedo, who has caught the eye this season in the Premier League.

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– FC Porto striker Samu Aghehowa is on Tottenham Hotspur’s radar, according to a report from TEAMtalk. With Thomas Frank’s current striking options, Dominic Solanke and Randal Kolo Muani, blighted by injuries, the club are on the lookout for reinforcements. Aghehowa, 21, has already scored five goals in seven league games this season, underlining why the likes of Chelsea and Newcastle United were heavily linked with him throughout the summer.

– Chelsea are stepping up their interest in Barcelona center back Ronald Araújo and could launch a bid in the future, Football Insider reports. With a host of defenders out due to injury, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is keen to add some quality at the back. According to the report, a future move for Araújo, while difficult to agree, may be aided by Barcelona’s ongoing financial issues.

– Juventus could explore a move for Al Hilal star Sergej Milinković-Savić in January, Tuttosport has revealed. The Serbia international is reported to be keen on a return to Europe, and more specifically to Italy, as he previously stood out for Lazio. Juventus will have to let players go in order secure a deal for a transfer fee, but they could also wait until next summer when the 30-year-old’s contract expires.

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– Real Madrid want to land Manchester City striker Erling Haaland and are ready to let forward Vinicius Junior, 25, depart for a world-record fee (of over €222 million) to make it happen. (Caught Offside)

– Barcelona are “ecstatic” with Marcus Rashford‘s development on loan from Man United and are ready to sign him permanently for an initial €30 million. (Sun)

– Bayer Leverkusen have a genuine interest in Djurgarden midfielder Matias Siltanen. The 18-year-old has also been linked with a move to Manchester City in recent weeks. (Nicolo Schira)

– Bayern Munich are ready to hand defender Dayot Upamecano, 26, a new contract that would extend his terms beyond 2026, amid interest from Liverpool. (Florian Plettenberg)

– Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia is of interest to Turkish giants Galatasaray, having struggled for game time. (Daily Star)

– West Ham United defender Max Kilmancould replace Marc Guehiat Crystal Palace if the latter moves to Liverpool. (Football Insider)

– AC Milan and Internazionale are monitoring Spanish center back Mario Gila, as the 25-year-old is yet to agree a contract extension with Lazio. (Nicolo Schira)

– Torino are eyeing a potential deal to sign Mauro Icardi in January, as the forward has entered the final year of his Galatasaray contract. (Ekrem Konur)

– Corinthians attacker Memphis Depay has rejected a lucrative contract offer from Liga MX side Santos Laguna. (Ekrem Konur)

– Nottingham Forest could replace manager Ange Postecoglouwith Rafael Benitez. (Football Insider)

– Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshereis a leading candidate for the Luton Town managerial position. (Sky Sports)

– Liverpool legend Steven Gerrardhas decided to withdraw from contention to become the new Rangers manager, having been at the club from 2018-2021. (Ben Jacobs)

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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping tabs on a player Thomas Frank already knows well with a view to a potential transfer move.

The Spurs boss made the move across London this summer after seven years at Brentford, having led the Bees to promotion from the Championship and successfully established them as a Premier League side.

Journalist Florian Plettenberg writes that Tottenham are among a number of sides currently keeping an eye on Brentford forward Kevin Schade.

The Germany international enjoyed a standout campaign last season, appearing in every one of Brentford’s Premier League games and claiming 11 goals in the process.

Kevin Schade has four caps for Germany (Image credit: Getty Images)

Schade remains an important player under new boss Keith Andrews, who has shifted the 23-year-old to playing at centre-forward more regularly this season.

His only strike so far this campaign came as he opened the scoring in Brentford’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea last month.

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At his age, there is seemingly a feeling that Schade’s best years are still ahead of him, with Plettenberg noting that he could be ‘one to watch’ when it comes to his transfer future.

However, as Frank will be well aware, getting Schade out of Brentford is unlikely to be easy, even if Tottenham were to wait until next summer – as has been reported.

EXCL | Tottenham are among the teams closely monitoring the development of Kevin #Schade.The 23 y/o left winger is under contract with Brentford until 2028, and #Tottenham have shown interest in a potential transfer in the summer of 2026.One to watch this season — he is… pic.twitter.com/SP4lnDVwlOOctober 10, 2025

In FourFourTwo’sestimation, Brentford are in a strong position to command a very hefty fee for Schade, if indeed they are willing to get him go at all.

Brentford have consistently been willing to drive a hard bargain for their best players, particularly when they still have plenty of time left on their deals.

Newcastle had to shell out £55m to secure Yoane Wissa on transfer deadline day, while Bryan Mbeumo commanded a £65m when Manchester United came knocking earlier in the summer.

Schade joined for a reported £25m in 2023 and his contract is not set to expire until summer 2028, which means come the end of this season, Brentford will be in what is generally regarded as the prime time to sell a player for maximum value.

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Manchester United’s recruitment department are keen for a more youthful appearance to the club’s midfield, if their recent scouting activity is anything to go by.

Ruben Amorim has been reassured publicly by Man United’s minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe that his job is safe for three years, which could mean the Portuguese coach takes charge of a line-up that features prospective signing Cristian Orozco in future.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils have taken Senegalese youngster Mouhamed Dabo on trial at the club’s Carrington training base.

Senegalese talent Mouhamed Dabo (17) has been on trial at Manchester United with very positive impact.Nothing done/completed at this stage in terms of transfer due to regulations and relationship with his current club.Formal steps are yet to be activated. pic.twitter.com/2VJoSX5BvHOctober 9, 2025

Dabo is currently on the books of Be Sport Academy in his native Senegal but has attracted interest from Europe.

The central midfielder does not turn 18 until March 2026, meaning that due to FIFA regulations, the club are not yet able to make an official offer to sign the teenager.

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Dabo is the captain of Senegal’s Under-17 side and recently helped his country qualify for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations.

Per Romano’s information via a post on X (formerly Twitter), the formal stages of a transfer are yet to be activated, although news of a successful trial suggests a move could be made to secure his signature when he comes of age.

Mouhamed Dabo in action (Image credit: Natalie Kolb/MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle via Getty Images)

The rule that prevents players from overseas signing for English clubs before their 18th birthdays is part of FIFA’s Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), specifically Article 19, designed to protect minors.

The earliest at which Dabo could be confirmed a Man United player is next June, once the summer transfer window opens, three months after the midfielder has turned 18.

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Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham is on the radar of Manchester United, while Bruno Fernandes is still attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, and Chelsea are ready to go back in for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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– Sources: Orlando eyed summer Richarlison deal
– Sources: Man United believe players back Amorim
– Henderson: Tough times after Liverpool exit for Saudi

Jobe Bellingham’s move to Dortmund already looks like it might have turned sour. Stuart Franklin/Getty Images

TRENDING RUMORS

– Manchester United are keeping close tabs on the situation of midfielder Jobe Bellingham at Borussia Dortmund, according to TEAMtalk. Despite only signing in the summer, it is reported that the 20-year-old is now weighing up his options following “heated exchanges” with manager Niko Kovac, and dressing-room issues with his father, and could look to push for a move away in January. United are reported to see his technical ability and physicality as two factors that could improve their midfield, but there could be competition from Crystal Palace. Bellingham has been named on the bench in five of the last six matches.

– Al Nassr and Al Ittihad are interested in Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, reports TalkSPORT. The two Saudi Pro League clubs are reportedly at the front of the queue to sign the 31-year-old, with Al Hilal no longer expected to push forward with an approach for him. It is reported that an offer in excess of £60 million will be required to land him, though any potential move isn’t expected to take place until next summer, with Fernandes keen to stay at Old Trafford until the end of the season.

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– A new approach for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz is being lined up by Chelsea, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The Blues are ready to return to the negotiating table for the 20-year-old after previously looking to sign him during the summer, but Barcelona are also monitoring the situation. Aware of interest from Europe, the Bianconeriwant to keep Yildiz in Turin, and negotiations over a new contract are ongoing with his father, who is also his agent.

– Juventus want to sign Bayern Munich left back Raphael Guerreiro, Tuttosportreports. The Serie A club believe the 31-year-old would solve several tactical issues for manager Igor Tudor and hope to take advantage of his contract situation. Guerreiro’s deal at the Allianz Arena will enter its final six months in January, and Bild’s Christian Falk says that while the Bundesliga club have no plans to offer him an extension, they won’t be prepared to part ways in the next transfer window unless they find a replacement.

– Real Madrid are prioritizing a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, according to AS. Los Blancos have decided against signing a midfield reinforcement in the summer amid plans to land the 21-year-old, who they see as a similar profile to former player Luka Modric, while being a strong fit for their current transfer policy. The Eagles are expected to dismiss any offers short of €80 million for Wharton, with his contract at Selhurst Park not set to expire until the summer of 2029.

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ESPN’s Sam Tighe looks at the future for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham.

It’s been a dramatic start to Bellingham’s Borussia Dortmund career. A sum of £27m plus add-ons was paid in order to rush him through the door in time to participate in the Club World Cup, suggesting the 20-year-old was front and center in manager Niko Kovac’s mind.

However, since the start of the 2025-26 season, he’s been on the outside looking in, totaling just 300 minutes in all competitions, as Kovac more frequently turns to a midfield combination of Marcel Sabitzer and Felix Nmecha. That’s led to some reported disgruntlement from the Bellingham camp.

For now, he’ll just have to be patient. Dortmund have started the season extremely well, look unusually solid and are unbeaten in the Bundesliga. An opportunity will arise at some stage, so he needs to be coiled and ready to spring.

Jumping ship to Manchester United so soon would be a huge mistake — especially given young, developing players have not exactly thrived at Old Trafford in recent years. That said, they are crying out for the type of athleticism and energy Bellingham brings to a midfield, so it would be understandable if the Red Devils are indeed keeping a watchful eye on this situation.

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– Barcelona are working on signing goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen to a new contract. (Sport)

– A move from Bayern Munich for Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck remains a possibility, but they are not currently prioritizing it. (Christian Falk)

– Juventus and Napoli are keeping tabs on Genoa right back Brooke Norton-Cuffy. (Nicolo Schira)

– Discussions are ongoing between Manchester United and defender Harry Maguire regarding a new deal at Old Trafford. (Sun)

– Real Madrid are interested in re-signing both Como midfielder Nico Paz and Stuttgart midfielder Chema Andres. (AS)

– Multiple clubs in Europe are exploring an approach for Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazaoand have made contact with his representatives. (Florian Plettenberg)

– Brentford aren’t expected to sign free agent striker Michail Antonio to a contract, although he has recently been training with them. (Sky Sports)

– Aston Villa are planning to open contract talks with attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendia. (Football Insider)

– A move to sign a winger is set to be prioritized by Juventus in January. (Tuttosport)

– Rangers are in talks with former manager Steven Gerrardover a return to the club. (TEAMtalk)

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Bayern Munich are plotting to usurp Liverpool in the race to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi, while Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi is on the radar of Barcelona ahead of next season. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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Can Bayern Munich beat out Liverpool for Marc Guéhi’s signature? (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

TRENDING RUMORS

– Bayern Munich are looking at a deal to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi, according to Sky Germany. Initial talks with the player’s representatives have already taken place, as the Bundesliga champions eye a free transfer in 2026 amid competition from Liverpool, Barcelona and Real Madrid. But Bayern’s pursuit of Guéhi could hinge upon the futures of Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-Jae, both of whom may leave the club next summer.

– Barcelona are admirers of Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi, says SkySwitzerland. Adeyemi, 23, could emerge as a concrete target next summer, as he will be entering the final year of his current deal, and Barca are keeping tabs on his development in the Bundesliga. The Germany international has had a solid start to the new season, with three goal involvements from his first six league games and could replace 37-year-old Robert Lewandowski long term.

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– Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is still looking for an exit and could move to Napoli on loan, according to Sky Switzerland. Mainoo, 20, is still highly rated after making the breakthrough into the United first team a few years ago, but his career has nosedived under new manager Ruben Amorim and his contract expires in 2027. The England international could head out on loan in January for more game time, and a move to Napoli would see him link up with former United midfielder Scott McTominay, who has thrived in Italy.

– Crystal Palace are planning to offer midfielder Adam Whartonan improved contract with a release clause to ward off interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid, The Daily Mail reports. The 21-year-old is also being tracked by the likes of Chelsea and Manchester City, following an impressive start to the season with Palace, and his club would want a fee upward of £75 million given his contract expires in June 2029.

– Real Madrid are keen to retain midfielder Arda Güler in January, despite strong interest from Newcastle United and Arsenal, says Football Insider. Having become an important member of Xabi Alonso’s Los Blancos squad this season — with three goals in LaLiga already — a move to the Premier League is off the table for the 20-year-old Turkey international.

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OTHER RUMORS

– Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane says “the desire to return to the Premier League has faded a little” when asked about a move back to Tottenham. (Guardian)

– Everton and West Ham are monitoring Joshua Zirkzee‘s situation at Manchester United, as the forward has dropped down the pecking order. (TEAMtalk)

– Barcelona and Juventus will battle to sign Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva, 31, on a free transfer in the summer, despite competition from Saudi Arabian clubs Al Ahli, Al Qadsiah and Al Nassr. (Caught Offside)

– Jobe Bellingham could leave Borussia Dortmund in January if he continues to be sidelined by head coach Niko Kovać. (Sky Switzerland)

– Dortmund and RB Leipzig are “keeping a close eye” on Tottenham defender Luka VuÅ¡ković, 18, who is currently on loan at Hamburger SV. (TEAMtalk)

– Internazionale are exploring a deal to sign Noah Atubolu next summer. Talks have already taken place with the Freiburg goalkeeper, who is under contract until 2027. (Sky Germany)

– Inter are also monitoring Sassuolo center back Tarik Muharemović. (Nicolo Schira)

– And are planning on triggering a clause that would see the club sign Manchester City loanee Manuel Akanjipermanently for around €15 million. (Nicolo Schira)

– Eintracht Frankfurt are looking to loan Newcastle striker William Osula, 22, when the transfer window re-opens. (Sky Sports)

– Frankfurt are demanding a fee of around €80 million from any club interested in signing Can Uzun. Some Premier League clubs have already expressed an interest in the 19-year-old midfielder. (Sky Germany)

– Belgian side Gent are one of several clubs monitoring Inter Miami center back Ian Fray, who is in talks over a new contract. (Rudy Galetti)

– Napoli are keeping an eye on Brentford fullback Michael Kayodefollowing his impressive Premier League form. (SpazioNapoli)

– Cádiz have agreed a deal to sign 22-year-old midfielder Hussein Carneil on a free transfer after his exit from Göteborg was confirmed. (Fabrizio Romano)

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