Real Madrid could turn their attention to Diogo Dalot while Manchester United are looking at moves for both Viktor Gyökeres and Kenan Yıldız. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Manchester United are interested in Juventus midfielder Kenan Yıldız, reports Sky Sports Deutschland’s Florian Plettenberg. The 19-year-old is reported to be one of the “top names” on the Red Devils’ shortlist, and they are set to keep close tabs on his situation ahead of next summer. It is believed that a move for Yıldız could be difficult, with the Turkey international contracted at the club until 2029.
– Real Madrid are exploring a move for Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot, reports the Independent. Los Blancos are reported to be considering a £50 million approach for the 25-year-old as they continue their search for a right-back, amid uncertainty over whether they will be able to land Liverpool‘s Trent Alexander-Arnold. It is said that the Red Devils could be open to letting Dalot leave, with plans to use the transfer fee in an approach for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres.
– AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is on the radar of multiple clubs in the Premier League despite being close to signing a new contract at the San Siro, reports Calciomercato. Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur are all believed to be keen on the 26-year-old after he recently impressed in the UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid. It is said that a deal worth €3.5m-per-season has been agreed with the Rossoneri, with the announcement “expected” this month.
– There are no plans by midfielder Enzo Fernández to leave Chelsea, reports AS. Despite reports linking the 23-year-old to Atlético Madrid, the latest indicates that no contact has been made with his representatives, and he is currently focused on succeeding at Stamford Bridge by helping the Blues win titles. He has contributed to four goals in 12 Premier League appearances so far this season.
– Multiple clubs across Europe are keen on Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson, reports Sky Germany. Real Madrid and Manchester United are believed to be among the suitors for the 20-year-old, who has impressed with his form in the Bundesliga this season, and he recently scored in the 2-1 win in the UEFA Europa League over FC Midtjylland. While his club would prefer to keep him after signing him to a long-term contract, it is reported that an offer worth €50m could be enough to land him.
EXPERT TAKE
ESPN’s Gab Marcotti looks at Real Madrid’s potential interest in Diogo Dalot.
Dalot’s main asset is his versatility, being able to play both full-back positions. Real Madrid obviously need to find a right-back as Dani Carvajal turns 33 next month (as well as being injured and out of contract in June) and Lucas Vazquez is 33 (and also out of contract in the summer). On the left however, between Ferland Mendy (who extended his deal until 2027 back in September) and Fran Garcia you’d think they have enough cover.
That’s why I would imagine the priority is getting a right-sided defender who can be a credible starter in the medium-term (hence why they’ve been linked with Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold) rather than a guy who can play both full-back positions, but is really a utility player rather than a bona-fide starter on a top side.
The quoted price of £50m (€60m) doesn’t track either for a guy who would be a squad player. Resources are not unlimited, even at a club like Real Madrid. That is a very stiff price to pay to sign a full-back, especially one who would, presumably play primarily on the right. According to Transfermarkt, in the last four years, just two right-backs have moved for €50m or more: Jules Kounde to Barcelona and Achraf Hakimi to Paris Saint-Germain. Not only are they substantially better players than Dalot, they were 23 and 22 respectively, whereas he turns 26 in March.
Throw in the fact that there seems to be a role for him, at least for now, in Ruben Amorim’s system at Man United and, frankly, it’s hard to see this move coming off.
OTHER RUMORS
Real Madrid only want to sign Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer when his contract expires in the summer. Which rules out a potential move in January. (Telegraph)
Manchester United and Manchester City have started to make plans to sign Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres, who could cost around €80m. (Sky Germany)
Juventus CFO Cristiano Giuntoli says 21-year-old Benfica defender Antonio Silva is among the players his club are considering to strengthen their defensive line after losing Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal to serious injuries. (Calciomercato)
Crystal Palace want to keep midfielder Adam Wharton until at least the summer, with Manchester City and Arsenal linked with the England international. (Mail)
Lens’ 20-year-old centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov is on the radar of Tottenham and Newcastle United. (Telegraph)
Bayern Munich defender Sacha Boey is “very happy” at the club despite links to other teams in January, according to his agent. (Fabrizio Romano)
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are monitoring Bologna centre-back Sam Beukema, alongside Juventus and Inter Milan. (Sky Italia)
TSG Hoffenheim midfielder Tom Bischof, 19, is of interest to Bayern Munich and is available on a free transfer in the summer. (Bild)
Benfica are in talks to extend the contract of centre-back Tomas Araujo beyond 2028 and increase his release clause from €80m to €100m. The 22-year-old has been a regular starter this season and his performances have not gone unnoticed. (A Bola)
Reading’s 16-year-old defender Andrej Garcia is on the shortlist of several Premier League and Bundesliga clubs. (Fabrizio Romano)
West Ham and Crystal Palace are looking to sign Manchester City midfielder James McAtee in January. (GMS)
Erik ten Hag and Roger Schmidt are on the list to replace Marco Rose as manager at RB Leipzig if the club decide to sack him. (Sky Germany)
