Here’s a breakdown of the latest transfer rumours swirling around Premier League clubs, assessing the likelihood of these deals coming to fruition:
Manchester United’s Midfield Options and Striker Situation
Manchester United are reportedly considering alternatives should they fail to secure the services of Brighton’s Carlos Baleba. One name being mentioned is Morten Hjulmand of Sporting Lisbon. Hjulmand has prior experience working with Ruben Amorim, United’s recently appointed manager, and is familiar with his tactical system. Crucially, the Dane is expected to be available for significantly less than Brighton’s valuation of Baleba.
Meanwhile, Rasmus Hojlund’s future at Old Trafford is subject to speculation. Fulham have reportedly made an initial enquiry for the striker, anticipating a need for attacking reinforcements and possessing the financial resources to meet United’s asking price. However, Hojlund might prefer a loan move back to Italy. AC Milan are also said to be interested, but their financial constraints could prove a stumbling block. A host of other Italian clubs, including Inter, Roma, Juventus, and Napoli, are also reportedly monitoring the situation.
Premier League Transfer Talk
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Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace to Arsenal/Tottenham Hotspur): Arsenal are reportedly keen on Eze, and the player is believed to favour a move to the Emirates. However, Arsenal are yet to meet Palace’s £68 million release clause. Tottenham are also in the mix, having opened talks, but are unwilling to pay the full release clause. Eze’s preference for Arsenal could give Spurs a limited window to negotiate while their North London rivals attempt to raise funds.
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Alexander Isak (Newcastle to Liverpool): Isak is reportedly seeking a move away from Newcastle and is allegedly refusing to play for the club again. Liverpool are seen as a potential destination. A move is expected to benefit both the player and Newcastle, but the Magpies will want a substantial fee, preferably with minimal add-ons.
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Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace to Liverpool): Liverpool are showing interest in Guehi, but Palace are reluctant to sell their captain, especially as he is entering the final year of his contract. Liverpool may be prepared to wait until next summer to pursue the deal.
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Tyler Dibling (Southampton to Everton): Negotiations between Southampton and Everton for Dibling are ongoing. Everton’s latest offer is said to be around £40 million, including add-ons, while Southampton are holding out for closer to £50 million.
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Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig to Chelsea): Despite interest from Manchester City, Simons is reportedly focused on a move to Chelsea. Leipzig are holding firm on their valuation of at least £55 million, and have resisted Chelsea’s attempts to include Christopher Nkunku in the deal.
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Jadon Sancho (Manchester United to Roma): A move to Roma is looking increasingly likely for Sancho. The Italian club have reportedly bid £20 million for the winger, an offer that Manchester United should seriously consider.
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Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United to Chelsea): Garnacho reportedly wants to join Chelsea, who are aware of United’s desire to sell. Chelsea are looking to secure the best possible terms, with United valuing the player at £50 million and Chelsea at £30 million.
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Yoane Wissa (Brentford to Newcastle): Wissa is keen on a move to Newcastle, but Brentford are rebuffing the Magpies’ interest until their valuation of around £40 million is met.
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Omari Hutchinson (Ipswich to Nottingham Forest): A club-record deal worth £37.5 million is close to being agreed between Ipswich and Nottingham Forest for Hutchinson.
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Arnaud Kalimuendo (Rennes to Nottingham Forest): Nottingham Forest are reportedly set to sign Kalimuendo for £26 million.
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Dango Ouattara (Bournemouth to Brentford): Ouattara is reportedly unhappy at Bournemouth, and Brentford are prepared to offer him a key role in their attack.
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James McAtee (Manchester City to Nottingham Forest): Nottingham Forest have reportedly won the race for McAtee, paying £30 million. Manchester City have included a buy-back clause and a sell-on clause in the deal.
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Jacob Ramsey (Aston Villa to Newcastle): A deal worth £39 million plus £4 million in add-ons has been agreed for Ramsey to join Newcastle. The player has reportedly undergone a medical.
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Giovanni Leoni (Parma to Liverpool): Liverpool are reportedly set to sign Leoni for £26 million plus add-ons.
- Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG to Manchester City): Donnarumma will leave PSG. Manchester City are the frontrunners.