Real Madrid may turn their attention to Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot if they fail to secure the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool. Alexander-Arnold is reportedly leaning towards staying at Liverpool beyond his current contract, which expires in 2025. Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has requested that the club pursue RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in an effort to address their scoring issues. Barcelona, on the other hand, is not believed to be working on a deal for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran despite reports suggesting otherwise.
Liverpool is said to be targeting Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres and Athletic Club winger Nico Williams due to uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah’s future. Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins are also on Liverpool’s radar. Contract talks between Newcastle and Gordon have stalled since news broke about a potential move to Liverpool falling through over the summer.
Barcelona is among the frontrunners to sign Jamal Musiala if he decides to leave Bayern Munich, as he would be interested in reuniting with former manager Hansi Flick. Arsenal has joined Real Madrid in pursuing Bayer Leverkusen sensation Florian Wirtz but will have to meet a €150m fee set by the German club.
Chelsea dropped their interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan after learning of Milan’s asking price exceeding £65m. Mykhailo Mudryk may attempt to force an exit from Chelsea in order to revive his career.
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has become Manchester City’s top target as a replacement for injured Rodri. Other players on City’s radar include Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace, Mats Wieffer from Brighton & Hove Albion, and Samuele Ricci from Torino.
Newcastle is willing to offer Kieran Trippier as part of a deal with Barcelona for Ferran Torres. Lastly, Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur, and Atletico Madrid are considering moves for Inter forward Marcus Thuram.
