The summer transfer window is approaching, and Europe’s biggest clubs are already beginning to plan strategies to strengthen their squads. Here are today’s top transfer rumours:
Manchester City targeting Enzo Fernandez
The reigning champions Manchester City are reportedly considering signing Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez (25).
He has been a key figure at Stamford Bridge, but City believe he could add even more quality to their midfield.
Source: The Athletic
Top clubs battle for Rafael Leao
AC Milan’s dangerous winger Rafael Leao (26) is being pursued by:
- Liverpool
- Manchester United
- Manchester City
- Real Madrid
His valuation is said to be around £60 million.
Source: Daily Mail
Aston Villa eye James Trafford
Aston Villa are targeting Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford (23) as a replacement for Emiliano Martinez (33) if he leaves.
Source: The Times
Manchester United tracking defenders and midfielders
Manchester United are monitoring:
- Micky van de Ven (Tottenham Hotspur)
- Carlos Baleba (Brighton & Hove Albion)
Source: The Athletic
City lead race for Elliot Anderson
Manchester City are leading the race to sign Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), despite competition from United and Arsenal.
Source: Sky Sports
Sancho to return to Dortmund?
Jadon Sancho, owned by Manchester United and currently on loan at Aston Villa, has agreed to return to Borussia Dortmund.
Talks are ongoing.
Source: Sky Sport
Young talents attracting interest in Europe
- Yan Diomande (19) – his agents have held talks with Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, but RB Leipzig want to keep him.
Source: Bild - Matviy Ponomarenko (20) – Brentford are considering him as a replacement for Igor Thiago.
Source: Teamtalk
Igor Julio could return to Brazil
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Igor Julio (28) could return to Brazil, with Cruzeiro monitoring his situation.
Source: ESPN
Coaching and management changes
- Athletic Club are expected to appoint Edin Terzic to replace Ernesto Valverde.
Source: Mundo Deportivo - Tottenham Hotspur are in talks with Sebastian Kehl to become co-sporting director.
Source: The Sun
Striker hunt intensifies
Clubs including:
- Wolverhampton Wanderers
- AFC Bournemouth
- Sunderland
are targeting Queens Park Rangers striker Rumarn Burrell (25).
Source: Football Insider
Nottingham Forest return for Arne Engels
Nottingham Forest are planning to return with a new bid for Celtic’s Arne Engels after a £25 million offer was rejected.
Source: Teamtalk
