Real Madrid target both Wirtz and Alonso for next season
Real Madrid are planning a dual swoop for Bayer Leverkusen’s star midfielder Florian Wirtz and manager Xabi Alonso, according to Sky Sports Deutschland.
The 20-year-old German international has been a standout performer in the Bundesliga and has attracted attention from Manchester City and Bayern Munich. It will be a tough battle for Los Blancos as he has a contract with Leverkusen until 2027.
Bayern consider bids for David, Wirtz & Simons in summer
Bayern Munich have reportedly drawn up a shortlist of three superstars with Jonathan David being touted as the latest entrant along with the likes of Florian Wirtz and Xavi Simons.
Liverpool considering move for PSV’s Pepi
Liverpool has identified Ricardo Pepi of PSV Eindhoven as a possible addition to their squad, according to Ekrem Konur. The 21-year-old forward has made a significant impact in the Eredivisie, netting six goals in just 11 league appearances this season.
Clubs such as Atletico Madrid, Ajax, Bayern Munich, and Borussia Dortmund are reportedly keeping tabs on the USA international’s progress, signalling growing competition for his signature. The Dutch club has placed a €25 million price tag on Pepi.
Juventus eye Maguire & Dier ahead of January window
Out-of-favour England centre-backs Harry Maguire and Eric Dier have been earmarked as January transfer targets for Juventus.
McTominay opens up on 'big decision' to swap Man Utd for Napoli
Napoli star Scott McTominay ended his two-decade-long association with United this summer to head to Antonio Conte's Napoli for €30 million (£25m/$34m).
He told The Times: "Obviously it’s a big decision, there’s no denying that. I want my career to be successful and I’m going to go out of my way to try and push myself to be the best football player and best person that I can possibly be."
Van Nistelrooy applies for head coach role with English club
Ruud van Nistelrooy intends to extend his stay on English shores as he has reportedly applied to Championship club, Coventry City, after leaving Manchester United.
How Kane could help Man Utd sign Gyokeres from Sporting
Harry Kane's presence at Bayern Munich could help Manchester United sign Viktor Gyokeres as Ruben Amorim considers a summer move for the striker.
Garnacho told to ‘get a job somewhere else’ by angry Keane
Roy Keane asked Alejandro Garnacho to leave Manchester United as he ripped into the Argentine forward for refusing to celebrate a goal after feeling not valued enough by the fans.
Van Nistelrooy breaks silence following Man Utd exit
Ruud van Nistelrooy has penned a heartfelt message to Manchester United fans after leaving the club following Ruben Amorim's arrival.
Pogba becomes a free agent after Juventus contract termination
Juventus have agreed to mutually terminate Paul Pogba's contract as he prepares to return to football.
Barcelona prepare €80m offer for Napoli's Kvaratskhelia
The Blaugrana are readying an offer worth €80 million (£66.7m/$84.5m) to sign the Georgian, as per Italian publication La Repubblica. The interest in signing Kvaratskhelia may now signal an end to their interest in signing Athletic Club's Nico Williams.
Alexander-Arnold making January move to Real Madrid ‘impossible’
Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold is making a January move to Real Madrid 'impossible'.
As per Spanish publication Relevo, Real Madrid are also open to the idea of signing Alexander-Arnold in January after losing their captain and current right-back Dani Carvajal for the season due to an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury. However, the right-back is reportedly making the move 'impossible' as he wants to 'leave in the best possible way, with titles and not in the middle of the season'.
Man Utd and Liverpool interested in Robinson
Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for USMNT's Antonee Robinson as Fulham clarify their stance on selling the defender.
As per Football Insider, Antonee's consistent performances through the start of the season have enticed Manchester United and Liverpool yet again as their veteran left-backs Luke Shaw and Andy Robertson continue to struggle with fitness and form, respectively. The two Premier League giants are reportedly considering going back in to make a deal with Fulham to sign the USMNT star, but the London outfit have no interest in selling him in January.
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