Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Liverpool target Bryan Mbeumo as potential Mohamed Salah replacement

Per <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/31824263/bryan-mbeumo-transfer-liverpool-newcastle-exclusive/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>, Premier League giants Liverpool are eyeing a move for in-form Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo as they see the 25-year-old as a possible replacement for Mohamed Salah.Salah, who is in the final year of his contract is yet to sign a new contract and could exit Anfield next summer amid interest from Saudi Pro League. Newcastle too are chasing the Bees star and will compete with the Reds in the transfer market to secure the player's signature.

Liverpool identify Mbeumo as Salah's replacement

Juan Mata has officially joined the ownership group of San Diego FC, as confirmed by the club. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet">From the pitch to ownership — welcome, Juan Mata.⁰ World Cup and UEFA Champions League winner <a href="https://twitter.com/juanmata8?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JuanMata8</a> joins San Diego FC as a Club Partner, becoming the first active international player to invest in <a href="https://twitter.com/MLS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MLS</a>.⁰ Read more ⬇️— San Diego FC (@sandiegofc) <a href="https://twitter.com/sandiegofc/status/1859325871724843365?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 20, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Mata takes up ownership stake in MLS expansion side San Diego FC

Serie A side Roma look set to join the race to offer Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick a new challenge in the January transfer window.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/roma-rival-premier-league-interest-real-madrid-wonderkid-endrick-lack-minutes-under-carlo-ancelotti/bltf1e33959750d0d44" target="_blank">Get more details on GOAL</a>

Roma rival Premier League interest in Real wonderkid Endrick

The agents of Sporting CP winger Geovany Quenda are exploring potential moves to top-tier clubs, amid growing interest from Manchester United, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/sources-jorge-mendes-big-transfer-europes-elite-circle" target="_blank">TEAMtalk. </a>Alongside Manchester United, Liverpool and Juventus are also closely tracking the young talent. Quenda has made 17 appearances in all competitions this season, showcasing his potential and attracting interest from high-profile clubs. Quenda’s current contract with Sporting CP includes a hefty £84 million release clause.

United monitoring Sporting's Geovany Quenda

Jurgen Klopp has been tasked by France's richest family with making Paris FC a worthy competitor to Paris Saint-Germain.“I’ve spoken with Klopp several times, and he’s very, very excited about working with us,” said Antoine Arnault, son of billionaire Bernard Arnault during a press conference.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/jurgen-klopp-red-bull-france-richest-family-ex-liverpool-boss-paris-fc-psg/bltd0c0d83586eaf235#cs1c73a6e19618d4ba" target="_blank">Read his full quotes on GOAL</a>

France's richest family enlist Klopp to help build next PSG

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are keen to sign the midfielder, but the Bundesliga giants might have overtaken the Spanish champions.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/bayern-munich-leapfrog-real-madrid-in-pursuit-of-florian-wirtz/blt122d1ad1b08c0ae8" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Bayern leapfrog Madrid in pursuit of Wirtz

Juventus want to sign Patrik Schick on a short-term loan before moving to sign Manchester United flop Joshua Zirkzee in the summer.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/juventus-patrik-schick-solution-summer-move-manchester-united-outcast-joshua-zirkzee/blt02be3c5fe3b37701" target="_blank">Get more details on GOAL</a>

Juve target Schick on loan ahead of summer move for Man Utd outcast Zirkzee

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso is reportedly yet to make a call on his future amid links to Real Madrid.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/xabi-alonso-bayer-leverkusen-future-amid-exit-talk-real-madrid/bltaac9f537445f52b5" target="_blank">When will Alonso discuss his future with the Leverkusen hierarchy? Find out on GOAL</a>

Alonso yet to decide on Leverkusen future

Eric Quill will be at the helm of FC Dallas ahead of the 2025 season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/fc-dallas-announces-eric-quill-as-new-head-coach-ahead-of-2025-season/blt698b2b5c7d1b1770" target="_blank">Get more details on GOAL</a>

FC Dallas announce Eric Quill as new head coach

Steven Gerrard will reportedly be joined by ex-Sunderland boss at Al-Ettifaq which hints that the Liverpool legend is going to stay put at the club.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/steven-gerrard-ex-rangers-sunderland-al-ettifaq-coaching-staff-liverpool-legend-sack-rumours/blt91b670a133461220" target="_blank">Get more details on GOAL</a>

Gerrard staying put? Ex-Rangers boss set to join Al-Ettifaq

Manchester United has identified Everton center-back Jarrad Branthwaite as a key target for the upcoming winter transfer window, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-14101231/man-united-confidential-Branthwaite-amorim-stars-rush-back.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The club is reportedly determined to secure the 22-year-old’s signature as they build their squad under new manager Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils see Branthwaite as a crucial addition to their defensive lineup. Known for his composure and ability to read the game, the young centre-back fits Amorim’s vision for a more robust and dynamic defence, making him a top priority for the club’s upcoming transfer plans.

United target Everton’s Branthwaite

Per <a href="https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/uk-premier-league/2024/11/man-city-transfer-news-exclusive-chelsea-real-madrid-castello-lukeba-steve-kay#google_vignette" target="_blank">Football Transfers</a>, Manchester City are latest club to show interest in RB Leipzig's star defender Castello Lukeba. The Cityzens are ready to compete with the likes of Premier League rivals Liverpool and Chelsea along with Spanish giants Real Madrid who are hoping to sign the player next summer. The defender reportedly has a €90m release clause in his current deal which will be active in the summer of 2025.

Man City join the race to sign Leipzig's Lukeba

Romanian defender Radu Dragusin’s agent Manea has confirmed that the player has no plans of leaving the North London club in January.Speaking to <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1859199259167359004" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, Manea said, "He will not leave Spurs in the January window, no chance. Its an honour to be linked with Napoli and Juve, but these are just rumours. He has five years left at Tottenham. He’ll reassess the situation in June if he doesn’t get minutes."

Dragusin’s agent confirms he won't leave Spurs

Per <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1859185078326145060" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, Pep Guardiola is all set to put pen to paper on a new Manchester City deal which will tie him down to the club until the summer of 2026. The contract will also have an option to extend his stay by one more year. The documents are reportedly ready and the English champions will make the official announcement very soon.

Guardiola set to sign new Man City contract

Per <a href="https://x.com/Plettigoal/status/1859006913608044772" target="_blank">Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg</a>, Bayern Munich are exploring several midfield options, however, Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz remains their priority. The Bundesliga giants have reportedly initiated talks with the player's father who is also his agent and are determined to sign the German international.

Bayern determined to sign German sensation Wirtz

Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes has opened up on a chat he had with Pep Guardiola amid transfer links with Manchester City.Speaking to <a href="https://ge.globo.com/futebol/selecao-brasileira/noticia/2024/11/19/bruno-guimaraes-e-a-expectativa-por-um-fim-de-ano-feliz-na-selecao-tranquilidade-nunca-vai-existir.ghtml?utm_source=Twitter&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_content=Esporte&amp;utm_campaign=globoEsporte" target="_blank">Globo Esporte</a>, the midfielder said: "I believe that at my club I am an idol and I have a lot of respect. I am the captain of Newcastle and it is something that if you had asked me three years ago, my biggest dream would have been to play in the Premier League. Playing, being an idol, being captain is something wonderful. I really like Newcastle. "Of course, having Manchester City’s suggestions shows that I am at a high level, but it was nothing more than suggestions. I know that Guardiola likes my football, it is normal to have great coaches who admire your football. We have spoken once, I praised his work, he praised my work, but it was nothing more than that."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/pep-guardiola-likes-my-football-bruno-guimaraes-chat-transfer-rumours-calls-himself-a-newcastle-idol/blt1a4804d5b2bd1919#csefc33deef0593b8d" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Guimaraes reveals chat with Pep amid links with City

Real Madrid are showing serious interest in capturing the signature of Malaga wonderkid Antonio Cordero, better known as Antonito, in the upcoming January transfer window, who is also a target for Barcelona, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2024/11/18/antonito-clasico-real-madrid-barcelona.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. Los Blancos wanted to sign the youngster this summer for Real Madrid Castilla, however, Malaga's commitment towards renewing the 18-year-old, whose contract expires on June 30, 2025, saw them turn down the proposal from the Spanish champions.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-ready-to-hijack-barcelona-move-for-malaga-wonderkid/blt193776377e50e6e7#csccff16b91f85d89e" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Real Madrid to hijack Barcelona move for Malaga wonderkid

Genoa have formally announced the arrival of Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira as their next manager after Alberto Gilardino's departure.The <a href="https://x.com/GenoaCFC/status/1859174857604297160" target="_blank">official statement</a> from the club read, "Genoa CFC announces that it has entrusted the technical management of the first team to Patrick Vieira. The new coach will lead the first training session after the formalization of the contract in the Villa Rostan headquarters this afternoon. After a professional career, between 2011 and 2015, as Executive Development Football in the Manchester City Academy, Vieira has coached the teams of New York City, Nice, Crystal Palace and Strasbourg."

Genoa appoint Patrick Vieira as their new manager

Manchester United and Arsenal-linked Leroy Sane has addressed the rumours of him returning to the Premier League next season once his contract expires at Bayern Munich.Speaking <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/" target="_blank">SportBild</a>, "I have a fondness for the league, I still watch certain games on TV. But the appeal for me lies in the club where I can show my best performance, develop and win titles. I have that at FC Bayern. This is where I have my biggest challenge and goals."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/leroy-sane-admits-fondness-premier-league-bayern-munich-winger-responds-arsenal-man-utd-transfer-links/bltfc604887f43fdcb5#cs450b99ab7c17072e" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Sane responds to Arsenal & Man Utd transfer links

Former Manchester City star Leroy Sane confirms that he is in talks with Bayern Munich to sign a new deal and extend his stay at Allianz Arena. Speaking to BILD, Sane said, "We are in talks, I feel comfortable in Munich. I feel really comfortable. Talks are very good. My focus is currently only on FC Bayern."

Sane confirms that he is in talks to extend Bayern star

Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira will formally take charge of Serie A side Genoa after signing the dotted lines on Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1859129551156310287" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>. The former France star will return to Italy after 14 years and will take up his first managerial role in the country. He is set to replace outgoing boss Alberto Gilardino.

Vieira set to sign Genoa contract on Wednesday

Arsenal are reportedly eager to replicate "another Martin Odegaard case" with an initial loan move for Real Madrid outcast Arda Guler.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arsenal-martin-odegaard-real-madrid-outcast-arda-guler-initial-loan-approach/bltee6d1869e632b9e3" target="_blank">Get all the details on GOAL</a>

Arsenal eye loan move for Real Madrid outcast Guler

Gerardo 'Tata' Martino led the Herons to the MLS points record across the regular season and the Supporters' Shield title in 2024 but will step down due to "personal reasons".<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/gerardo-tata-martino-reportedly-set-to-depart-as-coach-of-lionel-messi-inter-miami-due-to-personal-reasons/blt895d1fcd80740543" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Miami's Martino set to depart for 'personal reasons'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is set to sign a new one-year contract at the Etihad Stadium with the option of another 12 months.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/pep-guardiola-stay-man-city-sign-new-contract-legendary-manager-pen-new-deal-beyond-2025-seismic-decision-future/blt2bd797b9fcb666fa" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Guardiola to STAY at Man City and sign new contract!

Liverpool have been quoted a bargain price for Rayan Cherki as Lyon are in desperate need of transfer funds to avoid forced relegation.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-told-bargain-price-tag-mohamed-salah-successor-rayan-cherki-lyon-desperate-need-transfer-funds-avoid-forced-relegation/blt27695d567d74ec0a" target="_blank">Find out the details on GOAL</a>

Liverpool told bargain price tag for Salah successor Cherki

FC Cincinnati are reportedly on the verge of setting the MLS transfer record for Togo striker Kevin Denkey.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/fc-cincinnati-reportedly-set-mls-transfer-record-set-to-sign-togo-international-kevin-denkey-for-usd16-2m-from-belgian-side-cercle-brugge/blta999e515b86e22d2" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

FCC reportedly set to break MLS transfer record for Denkey

Manchester United is reportedly preparing a swap deal involving striker Joshua Zirkzee to bring Victor Osimhen to Old Trafford, according to <a href="https://www.calcionapoli24.it/rassegna_stampa/corsport-osimhen-pu-andare-via-gi-a-gennaio-il-manchester-united-n625649.html" target="_blank">Il Mattino</a>. The proposed arrangement would also include a €30 million fee alongside Zirkzee.Zirkzee, 23, joined United from Bologna for €42.5 million during the summer transfer window but has struggled to make an impact, managing just one goal and two assists across 17 appearances. Osimhen's release clause is reportedly set at €75 million, making the proposed offer an effort to meet Napoli’s valuation while addressing their need for a proven goalscorer.

Man Utd eye swap deal for Osimhen

Chelsea's interest in Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher has been played down as the Blues have plenty of options between the sticks.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/caoimhin-kelleher-chelsea-interest-liverpool-backup-three-goalkeepers-enzo-maresca/blt6f381636450bf68a" target="_blank">Get more details on GOAL</a>

Kelleher to Chelsea? Update on Blues' interest in Liverpool backup

Gianluigi Buffon revealed that he turned down the opportunity to play with Lionel Messi at Barcelona after receiving a "sign" while driving.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/revealed-gianluigi-buffon-rejected-lionel-messi-barcelona-radio-sign/blt8c05ff2592a2a8e5" target="_blank">Find out what the goalkeeper said on GOAL</a>

Buffon rejected chance to play with Messi at Barca 

Coventry City is reportedly in advanced negotiations with Frank Lampard regarding their vacant managerial position. Discussions are ongoing, and while no agreement has been finalized, talks are expected to continue throughout the week, as per <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13256609/frank-lampard-coventry-in-advanced-talks-with-former-chelsea-midfielder-over-managerial-vacancy" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a> The Sky Blues have been on the lookout for a new head coach following the departure of Mark Robins on November 7. Robins, who was among the longest-serving managers in English football, had been at the helm since March 2017.

Coventry in advanced talks with Lampard

Jurgen Klopp considered bringing in Antony from Ajax to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool in 2022 before the Egyptian signed a new contract.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/revealed-jurgen-klopp-discussed-replacing-mohamed-salah-with-antony-liverpool-before-transfer-man-utd/blta505363b39a757d2" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Klopp discussed replacing Salah with Antony at Liverpool

Barcelona president Joan Laporta's advisor Matip has confirmed that the club received a €250m offer from Paris Saint-Germain for Lamine Yamal in the summer, however, he rejected it.Speaking to <a href="https://x.com/elchiringuitotv" target="_blank">El Chiringuito TV</a>, Matip said, "Paris Saint-Germain made an offer worth €250m for Lamine Yamal last summer. Laporta didn’t even consider that, no chance to sell Lamine."

Laporta's advisor confirms Barca rejected PSG's bid for Yamal

Spanish midfielder Ivan Martin has signed a new deal with Girona which will keep him at the La Liga outfit until the summer of 2028.The <a href="https://www.gironafc.cat/noticies/ivan-martin-amplia-el-seu-contracte-amb-el-girona-fc-fins-al-2028" target="_blank">official statement</a> from Girona read, "Girona FC is pleased to announce the extension of the contract of the player Ivan Martín, who has renewed his commitment with the club for two more seasons, until June 2028. This renewal reflects the confidence of the Club in the talent and dedication of Ivan Martín, a player who has shown great progression and involvement since his arrival."

Ivan Martin signs new Girona contract

Per <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1858788020788338997" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, RB Leipzig's Castello Lukeba reportedly has a €90m release clause in his current contract which will come into effect in the summer of 2025. Lukeba has attracted interest from several top European clubs including Real Madrid and Liverpool who are hoping to sign him next season.

Real and Liverpool target Lukeba's release clause revealed

Per <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/vieira-gilardino-genoa-serie-a-news" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marizo</a>, Genoa have decided to sack Alberto Gilardino after the club got off to a slow start in the 2024-25 campaign. The Italian outfit have already identified Gilardino's replacement as they are all set to appoint Arsenal legend Vieira as their next head coach who returns to Italy after 14 years to take his first managerial role in the Serie A.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/patrick-vieira-link-up-with-mario-balotelli-set-to-be-named-new-genoa-boss-decide-to-sack-alberto-gilardino/blt4cdb1d38d59b469d#cs0dda3daeba7e34b4" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Vieira set to reunite with Balotelli at Genoa

Per <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/real-madrid/endrick-opciones-salir-cedido-111788542" target="_blank">Sport</a>, Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick has reportedly emerged as a shock transfer target for Southampton, with the Brazilian forward mulling over his options.Endrick has registered two goals for the Blancos through 10 appearances, but is still waiting on a first La Liga start and has been restricted to just 54 minutes of game time in the Spanish top-flight. That has led to suggestions that he could be sent out on loan.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/endrick-southampton-shock-premier-league-transfer-suitor-real-madrid-wonderkid-lack-minutes-carlo-ancelotti/blt110b7cebace71812#cs67b70b6d101740e7" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Endrick could join Southampton on loan

Cristiano Ronaldo would “love to return to Manchester United” if “friend” Ruben Amorim believes that he can “help”, according to former United star Louis Saha.Saha, a colleague of Ronaldo from his memorable first stint in England, has told <a href="https://insights.betfred.com/newsroom/louis-saha-cristiano-ronaldo-would-love-to-return-to-manchester-united/" target="_blank">Betfred </a>why the all-time great would welcome an opportunity to retrace professional steps if asked to do so by a familiar face.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/cristiano-ronaldo-love-return-man-utd-ruben-amorim-connection-ex-red-devils-team-mate/blt4ba2840b4f6d0efc#cs8a0aceb2f3be76cb" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Ronaldo tipped to return to Man Utd under Amorim

Per <a href="https://www.fanatik.com.tr/" target="_blank">Fanatik</a>, Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho reportedly wants to sign Cristiano Ronaldo's right-hand man Anderson Talisca from Al-Nassr.Talisca is one of the most influential figures in the Al-Nassr attack alongside Ronaldo and Sadio Mane, having scored eight times in 17 appearances in the 2024-25 campaign so far.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/fenerbahce-in-talks-sign-cristiano-ronaldo-right-hand-man-al-nassr-jose-mourinho-transfer-request/bltbde2e0ff51b43f27#csf762b11893a2b1b6" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Fenerbahce in talks to sign Ronaldo's aide at Arsenal

England international defender Morgan Rogers has put pen to paper on a new Aston Villa deal, the club confirmed on Tuesday.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Aston Villa is delighted to announce that Morgan Rogers has signed a new contract with the club! <a href="https://t.co/qlRuMXqDwT">pic.twitter.com/qlRuMXqDwT</a>— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/AVFCOfficial/status/1858805471685341634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Rogers extends Aston Villa stay

Sunderland have been warned that Jobe Bellingham “won’t resist” the chance to join Borussia Dortmund after seeing “how they guided” brother Jude. Dortmund are reportedly eager to bring another Bellingham onto their books, with West Midlands native and ex-England international Carlton Palmer telling <a href="https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/carlton-palmer-urges-sunderland-afc-to-make-jobe-bellingham-call-amid-dortmund-interest/" target="_blank">Football League World</a> why a possible deal may go through.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/sunderland-warned-jobe-bellingham-wont-resist-borussia-dortmund-how-they-guided-brother-jude/blt99c99da986056245#cs1c289bfcfaf43fef" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Sunderland warned Jobe Bellingham could join Dortmund

Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich are in talks with star midfielder Joshua Kimmich over the possibility of extending his stay at the club, according to <a href="https://x.com/Plettigoal/status/1858558217892069420" target="_blank">Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg</a>.Bayern chief Max Eberl is determined to bring down the squad's overall salary structure, although Kimmich is unlikely to reduce his wages. If an agreement is not reached, the German international could consider moving out amid interest from the Premier League and La Liga.

Bayern in talks over Kimmich's contract extension

Chelsea are reportedly considering making a January move for Barcelona's Jules Kounde.Chelsea had already been interested in signing Kounde in the summer of 2022 from Sevilla and had come very close to completing the signing for a reported fee of €65 million (£55m/$66m) before Barcelona swooped in to sign the highly-rated Frenchman. The Blues have had a decent start to life under Enzo Maresca and the top brass is ready to help the Italian succeed by backing him in the January transfer window. As such, TBR Football have reported that Chelsea are now considering making a move for Kounde in January.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/key-barcelona-register-dani-olmo-chelsea-stunning-january-swoop-previously-made-eur65m-bid/blt2fdb7c6b90259f07#cs514135d62a2c4d6f" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Chelsea line up January move for Barcelona's Jule Kounde

Manchester United are reportedly considering the option of pursuing a loan deal for Paris Saint-Germain's out-of-favour Randal Kolo Muani in January.As per Fussball.News, Manchester United are therefore looking at Paris Saint-Germain striker Kolo Muani as a potential option to sign on loan. The French striker has not had the best of times at Parc des Princes since his €95 million (£79.3m/$100m) to the Ligue 1 side from Eintracht Frankfurt. PSG boss Luis Enrique does not see the 25-year-old in his plans for the season and there Les Parisiens may be open to the loan move.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/manchester-united-consider-swoop-randal-kolo-muani-january-ruben-amorim-seeks-striker-depleted-budget/bltc739435e04baa645#cs346767bab914d6ec" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Man Utd targeting loan move for PSG's Randal Kolo Muani

Real Madrid have joined Barcelona in the race for Bayern's Joshua Kimmich, whose contract situation at the German club has stagnated.Real Madrid have joined Barcelona in the race to sign Joshua Kimmich from Bayern Munich amid his ongoing contract impasse with the club, according to Sky Sport Germany.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-join-joshua-kimmich-race-amid-ongoing-bayern-munich-contract-impasse/blt6be74c87ada7a836#cs405e5b0ce0cd1a3e" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Real Madrid join Barcelona in race for Bayern's Kimmich

Manchester City are reportedly in a three-way race to sign Atalanta star Ederson as they look for cover for the injured Rodri.According to Mundo Deportivo, City are interested in the 25-year-old, who could cost €60 million (£50m) to sign. The report adds they are 'closest to recruiting' the defensive midfielder, alongside Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/rodri-replacement-man-city-closest-signing-atalanta-star-ederson-cover-injured-spaniard/blt17541ddf54203f49#cs208ba595cfa18ffa" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Man City interested in Atalanta's Ederson

The Alphonso Davies story is set to take another twist as it has been revealed that 'mainly' Manchester United are 'bidding hard' for the left-back.Earlier this week, Davies' agent Nedal Huoseh shot down reports that the Bayern Munich star had already agreed terms with Real Madrid over a move next summer. As per Spanish publication AS [via SportsWitness], it’s ‘mainly Manchester United’, who are ‘bidding hard’ for Davies as Real Madrid are not looking to make rash moves for the Canadian. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/alphonso-davies-twist-manchester-united-bid-hard-sign-bayern-munich-agent-denied-agreement-real-madrid/blteeb99ae6729ca64b#csb2d90177ed96118f" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Man Utd 'bidding hard' for Alphonso Davies signing

Real Madrid are considering a shock move for Alexandre Lacazette following Lyon's provisional demotion to Ligue 2.According to a report from Fichajes, Real Madrid are considering a sensational move for Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette in the upcoming January transfer window. The 33-year-old's contract with the French outfit expires at the end of this season, and Los Blancos want to use that as an advantage to lure the Frenchman to the Santiago Bernabeu in January.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-ponder-shock-move-former-arsenal-striker/bltd015a18e2b83d464#cs8fc40cef67f700ea" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Real Madrid consider shock swoop for Lyon's Alexander Lacazette

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨‼️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Atalanta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Atalanta</a> is seriously interested in Daniel <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Maldini?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Maldini</a>. 💭 The ⚫🔵 are internally evaluating whether to make an attempt as early as January to anticipate the competition. ⚔️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Juventus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Juventus</a> are also among the clubs in the race for the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Monza?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Monza</a> player. 🐓⚽ <a href="https://twitter.com/APaglia7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@APaglia7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/A15pArjHrE">pic.twitter.com/A15pArjHrE</a>— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1858463321642459445?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Atalanta show interest in Monza's Daniel Maldini

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🔵🔴 Jonathan David: “Barcelona was always the team I grew up supporting”. “When you grow up supporting a team, it’s your dream to play for them!”, told <a href="https://twitter.com/TheAthleticFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheAthleticFC</a>. <a href="https://t.co/WSpHbkq77w">pic.twitter.com/WSpHbkq77w</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1858532739131072851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Jonathan David dreams of playing for Barcelona

According to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/oferta-90-millones-raphinha-20241117.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, Arsenal are ready to offer a whopping €90 million (£75m/$95m) to secure the signature of in-form Brazilian winger Raphinga. The club had earlier shown interest in the player before he had completed his transfer from Leeds United to Catalonia.Raphinha has transformed his Barcelona fortunes after a slow start to his journey with the Catalan giants, emerging as their captain. In the 2024-25 campaign, he has been the club's best player having contributed with 22 combined goals and assists.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arsenal-keen-prise-long-term-transfer-target-raphinha-away-barcelona/blt55c0a3bbab2f9661#csf590965ecb40f1ed" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Arsenal show interest in Barcelona's Raphinha

Per journalist <a href="https://x.com/RudyGaletti/status/1858463321642459445" target="_blank">Rudy Galetti</a>, Atalanta are considering a move for Italian Daniel Maldini, who currently plies his trade with Serie A side Monza. The club are now internally discussing whether to place an offer for the player in the January transfer window who has also attracted Juventus' interest.

Atalanta show interest in Maldini

Per <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2024/11/18/ruben-amorim-reduced-budget-man-utd-end-transfer-churn/" target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>, Manchester United's co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS group are set to hand new Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim modest budgets in the next few transfer windows.The INEOS group reportedly does not want to repeat the club's past mistakes in the transfer market and is instead banking on the current lot of players to improve in a new environment and new system under Amorim.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-ruben-amorim-handed-reduced-budget-ineos-end-to-red-devils-transfer-mistakes/blt5909f98355e60061#csdf91e25c9f05147f" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

New Man Utd boss Amorim handed reduced budget

Per <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1858482956530008548" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, AC Milan are in advanced talks to extend Tijjani Reijnders's contract. The Dutch defender, who joined the Serie A outfit last summer, is happy at the club and wishes to put pen to paper on a new long-term deal despite having offers from several top European clubs.

Reijnders in talks to extend AC Milan stay

According to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-sirene-inglesi-per-pulisic-quanto-vale-per-i-rossoneri-58795" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>, USMNT STAR and AC Milan attacker Christian Pulisic has attracted interest from Premier League giants Manchester United. The Red Devils have handed their managerial reins to Ruben Amorim and are expected to make funds available to him across upcoming transfer windows. The club, however, will have to compete with Liverpool and West Ham who are also keen on bringing back the ex-Chelsea player to the Premier League. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/christian-pulisic-man-utd-red-devils-link-liverpool-talk-ac-milan-asking-price-usmnt-star/bltf1f3e5e3925255d5#cs488e4279fad6d944" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Man Utd linked with USMNT star Pulisic

Per Sport, Ronaldo will contest for the CBF president's post which will be vacated by incumbent president Ednaldo Rodrigues in March 2026. The elections, however, will take place in March 2025. The Brazil legend's first course of action, if elected to the chair, will be to appoint Manchester City City boss Pep Guardiola as the Selecao's new head coach.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ronaldo-aiming-to-be-elected-president-brazilian-federation-wants-pep-guardiola-selecao-boss/blt9f9ec29dc897acc9#cs4164d49c4a01561a" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Ronaldo wants to make Guardiola Brazil's new boss

Per Il Mattino (via <a href="https://www.calcionapoli24.it/rassegna_stampa/corsport-osimhen-pu-andare-via-gi-a-gennaio-il-manchester-united-n625649.html" target="_blank">CN24</a>), Manchester United are planning to send Joshua Zirkzee to Napoli in order to sign their star forward Victor Osimhen.United have come up with a plan to sign the Nigerian forward for a much lower price than his current release clause which is set at €75 million (£63m/$79m). The English side are planning to convince Napoli to allow Osimhen to come to Manchester by sending Zirkzee the other way in a cash-plus-player deal. Their initial bid will be worth €30m (£25m/$31m) in cash.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-trying-to-offload-struggling-joshua-zirkzee-to-napoli-land-victor-osimhen/blt70581efca9b7dae1#cs721b308dd0e1bd77" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Man Utd trying to offload Zirkzee to Napoli to land Osimhen

Spain and Barcelona star Pedri has confirmed that his representatives have held talks with the club over extending his stay. Speaking to reporters, the midfielder said, "My agents are taking care of the new contract talks with Barça. I think it’s going well, it’s all proceeding as expected."

Pedri confirms he has held contract talks with Barca

Per <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1858409815724159086" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>, Christian Eriksen is all set to leave Manchester United at the end of the 2024/25 campaign. United are yet to negotiate a new deal with the player who is in the final year of his contract. The club will consult Ruben Amorim over the veteran midfielder's future, however, he is expected to exit Old Trafford.

Eriksen set to leave United in the summer

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨<a href="https://twitter.com/Coventry_City?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coventry_City</a> now pushing to sign Frank <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lampard?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lampard</a> with immediate effect ✔️ Advanced talks between Coventry and Lampard as first via <a href="https://twitter.com/SamC_reports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SamC_reports</a> and confirmed. Some more details to be clarified. Understand it’s not a done deal yet. <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportDE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySportDE</a> 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 <a href="https://t.co/cOjxSMtwzl">pic.twitter.com/cOjxSMtwzl</a>— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Plettigoal/status/1858279224068473052?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Coventry City pushing to sign Frank Lampard immediately

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🇧🇷 EXCL — Neymar’s agent Pini Zahavi: “There are no talks ongoing for Neymar to leave Al Hilal. He’s under contract and very happy there”. “Neymar’s father and me, we are the only people who can talk about Ney’s future. I don’t know where recent rumours are coming from”. <a href="https://t.co/6l9IvnbHMy">pic.twitter.com/6l9IvnbHMy</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1858253707537981559?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Neymar's agent denies Al-Hilal exit talks

Fulham have reportedly entered the race to sign Brazil international Igor Jesus from Botafogo.According to <a href="https://tbrfootball.com/fulham-and-newcastle-step-up-chase-of-30m-brazil-ace-who-likens-himself-to-vinicius-jr/" target="_blank">TBR Football</a>, Fulham are set to join Arsenal and Chelsea in the race to sign the Brazilian striker in 2025. The report claims that Fulham, along with Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest, have made checks on Jesus this week.

Fulham enter race for Arsenal and Chelsea target Igor Jesus

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨👀 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Arsenal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Arsenal</a> are still carefully monitoring <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vlahovic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Vlahovic</a>'s situation. 🗣️ The 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 club is expected to meet his agent soon to gather fresh information. ↩️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Juventus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Juventus</a>, on their part, are open to letting Dusan go and are already working on possible alternatives. 🐓⚽ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/s4VBPlhrXk">pic.twitter.com/s4VBPlhrXk</a>— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1858198225758404780?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Arsenal 'carefully monitoring' Dusan Vlahovic's Juventus situation

Erling Haaland is on the verge of agreeing to a new Manchester City deal which will reportedly make him the highest-paid player in the Premier League.The Mirror report that there is still one aspect of the terms of the new deal that is delaying the player's signature on the dotted lines. The 24-year-old has a £150 million ($189m) release clause in his existing contract, which the club want to exclude from the new deal, but the player's representatives want it to remain. However, there could be a compromise in the negotiations where both parties agreed to increase the value to £200m ($253m).<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/one-detail-delaying-erling-haaland-contract-extension-man-city-highest-paid-premier-league-player/bltb4a0168779a2829d#csa3430d451bd5fa56" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Why Erling Haaland's new Man City deal is facing delays - revealed

Barcelona are reportedly considering offering new signing Wojciech Szczesny a new contract - just weeks after he joined the club.The 34-year-old goalkeeper reversed his decision to retire from football to sign for Barcelona in early October as a result of first-choice option Marc-Andre ter Stegen's knee injury. Although he is yet to play for the club, MARCA claims Blaugrana sporting director Deco wants to extend the Pole's deal beyond the end of the current season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/new-contract-wojciech-szczesny-barcelona-considering-offering-extension-goalkeeper-came-out-of-retirement-la-liga/blt344f7e85e1882378#csce05af88244eb971" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

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