Vinicius stays loyal, United plot striker overhaul, and Kounde becomes a tug-of-war
Barcelona fight to keep Kounde, Rodrygo and Hojlund face exits, and Allegri emerges in surprise Real Madrid manager shortlist
On the radar this week…
A flurry of decisive moves is taking shape across Europe’s elite clubs. Vinicius Jr has shut the door on a Saudi exit, while Manchester United are ready to rip up their frontline and start again.
Jules Kounde could be the subject of a major Premier League bidding war, unless Barcelona act fast. From managerial shifts to bold transfer bids, the summer landscape is starting to take shape.
Vinicius Junior turns down Saudi offers to stay at Madrid
Vinicius Junior has rejected lucrative offers from the Saudi Pro League and committed his future to Real Madrid. Despite intense pressure and financial temptation, the Brazilian winger is focused on remaining a central figure in Madrid’s attacking efforts. (Source: Fichajes, Spain)
Inter look to hijack Barcelona’s Tah deal
Inter Milan are attempting to hijack Barcelona’s move for Jonathan Tah. The Bayer Leverkusen centre-back is set to become a free agent this summer, and while Barça have been working on a free transfer, Inter are now pushing to convince him with a counteroffer. (Source: Calciomercato, Italy)
Man Utd put Hojlund up for sale to fund Cunha bid
Manchester United have made Rasmus Hojlund available for transfer in a bid to raise funds for Wolves forward Matheus Cunha. A number of Serie A clubs are interested in Hojlund, whose inconsistency has led United to consider a reshuffle up front. (Source: TEAMtalk)
United ready to trigger €64m Osimhen release clause
Manchester United are ready to pay the €64m (£54.8m) release clause in Victor Osimhen’s Napoli contract. The club plan to pair the Nigerian striker with Cunha, signalling a bold new attacking strategy. (Source: TuttoJuve, Italy)
Liverpool want Kounde as Trent replacement
Liverpool are preparing a €70m (£60m) bid for Barcelona right-back Jules Kounde, who they view as a long-term replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold. Arsenal and Chelsea are also monitoring the situation. (Source: El Nacional, Spain)
Barcelona plan new Kounde deal despite interest
Barcelona have no intention of letting Jules Kounde leave and are instead working on a contract extension to keep the Frenchman at the club until 2030. The club sees him as a vital piece of their defensive rebuild. (Source: El Nacional, Spain)
Rodrygo could leave Madrid, with Liverpool & Arsenal keen
Rodrygo’s future at Real Madrid is in doubt, with the Brazilian winger reportedly falling out of favour. Both Liverpool and Arsenal are monitoring the situation and could move for him this summer. (Source: Fichajes, Spain)
Arsenal lead race for Espanyol keeper Joan Garcia
Arsenal are in pole position to sign Espanyol’s Joan Garcia. The Gunners have long admired the young goalkeeper and are ready to make a formal offer to secure his services. (Source: SPORT, Spain)
Garcia also top of Man Utd’s goalkeeper shortlist
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has also identified Joan Garcia as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper target. Garcia’s stock has risen rapidly after standout performances in La Liga. (Source: El Nacional, Spain)
Liverpool prepare £50m+ offer for Adam Wharton
Liverpool are ready to tempt Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton with a package worth over £50m. The Reds view the 20-year-old as a long-term piece for their midfield core. (Source: The Sun)
Chelsea lead €100m race for Juventus’ Kenan Yildiz
Chelsea have stepped up their efforts to sign Juventus star Kenan Yildiz, leading the chase ahead of Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City. Juve value the 19-year-old at €100m (£85.8m). (Source: Caught Offside)
Real Madrid eye Allegri as alternative to Alonso
Real Madrid are considering a shock managerial move for Massimiliano Allegri. While Xabi Alonso remains the frontrunner to succeed Carlo Ancelotti, club officials are weighing Allegri’s experience as a more immediate solution. (Source: Fichajes, Spain)
Man Utd interested in £35m Denzel Dumfries
Manchester United are exploring a deal for Inter wing-back Denzel Dumfries and could make a bid just under £35m. The Dutchman offers attacking thrust and versatility on the right flank. (Source: Inter Live, Italy)
Chelsea prepare €55m bid for Dortmund’s Gregor Kobel
Chelsea are lining up a €55m (£47.2m) bid for Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel. The Blues want a new No.1 this summer and view the Swiss stopper as a priority. (Source: Fichajes, Spain)
Alonso wants Ferran Torres at Leverkusen if he misses Madrid
If Xabi Alonso doesn’t land the Real Madrid job, he will push to bring Barcelona’s Ferran Torres to Bayer Leverkusen. Torres is open to the move if he remains on the fringes at Barça. (Source: El Nacional, Spain)
Man City’s €40m bid for Diogo Costa rejected
Manchester City’s opening €40m (£34.3m) offer for Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa has been turned down. City are expected to return with a second bid closer to the €60m asking price. Man Utd are also watching developments. (Source: Caught Offside)
Arsenal move for Valencia’s Yarek Gasiorowski
Arsenal have made contact with the representatives of Valencia centre-back Yarek Gasiorowski. The highly-rated 20-year-old is one of Spain’s brightest defensive talents. (Source: Football Transfers)
Spurs open to selling Bissouma for £35m
Tottenham are willing to sell midfielder Yves Bissouma this summer. The club would accept offers around £35m, with interest coming from Saudi Arabia, La Liga and Serie A. (Source: TBR Football)
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