Aleksandar Mitrovic has emerged as a surprise transfer target for Manchester United, while AC Milan want to sign Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
- Manchester United are being linked with a shock move for former Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic. talkSPORT says that United are one of three clubs who are considering making an offer to the 30-year-old, which would see him return to the Premier League. The Serbia international left Fulham for Al Hilal in the summer of 2023, and has scored 68 goals in 79 appearances for the Saudi Arabian club. Everton and West Ham United are also said to be looking at Mitrovic, who has also played for Newcastle United, but it would take a £40 million transfer fee.
- AC Milan are interested in Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric, says Fabrizio Romano. The 39-year-old has been one of the first names discussed by the San Siro hierarchy, who consider him as a "dream option" amid their search for summer reinforcements. Modric is to leave the Bernabeu at the end of his contract later this month, though he is expected to take time before deciding his next club after receiving multiple approaches. He made 56 appearances across all competitions for Los Blancos last season.
- Tottenham Hotspur are looking to generate funds to help reshape the squad by allowing skipper Son Heung-min to leave for Saudi Arabia, according to the Telegraph. The 32-year-old South Korean striker is a target for a number of Saudi clubs and could exit shortly after lifting the Europa League trophy, his first piece in silverware in 10 years in north London. Son has scored 173 goals in 454 games, but Spurs are hoping to raise some funds before his contract ends in 2026. Saudi Pro League chiefs believe Son has the potential to help take the league to Korean markets.
- Chelsea have approached AC Milan over a move for goalkeeper Mike Maignan, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 29-year-old French international has one year left on his contract and remains in talks with Milan chiefs over an extension that would see him stay at the San Siro, but there has been no agreement as of yet. Chelsea are among the clubs monitoring the situation as they look to strengthen in that area of the pitch.
- Manchester United will have to part with up to £60 million, around the same fee they paid for Matheus Cunha, to pry Bryan Mbeumo away from Brentford, according to Talksport. United have been in talks with both the 25-year-old and Bees officials as they look to make their second signing of the summer, but it previously looked as though £50 million would be enough to seal the move. However, Bees representatives believe Mbeumo is worth just as much as Cunha due to his age -- Mbeumo is a year younger -- and the fact that he scored more goals last season.
EXPERT TAKE
Rob Dawson asks if Manchester United really could make a move for Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Manchester United need -- and want -- a striker this summer, but it would be a surprise if it ended up being Aleksandar Mitrovic.
He's got the Premier League experience Ruben Amorim likes -- look at Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo -- but he doesn't fit the age profile. Cunha is 26 and Mbeumo is 25. Mitrovic will be 31 in September.
With no European football next season, Amorim is planning to slim down his squad, not add ageing legs.
He's already got two centre-forwards in Rasmus Højlund (for now) and Joshua Zirkzee. United are open to offers for both and there is a feeling that a season-long loan move for Højlund would suit everyone, provided it makes sense financially.
CONFIRMED
- Inter Milan confirmed the departure of manager Simone Inzaghi just days after their Champions League final defeat to PSG. The 49-year-old led the Nerazzurri to one Serie A title, two Champions League finals, two Coppa Italias and three Italian Super Cups after his arrival in 2021, but now looks set for a lucrative managerial role with Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, according to Fabrizio Romano.
- Liverpool announced that goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has joined Brentford on a permanent deal. The Reds' No. 2 behind Alisson has impressed when called up to start in place of the Brazilian, but he will now be looking for more first-team opportunities following his move to south London. Kelleher's arrival follows Mark Flekken's departure from Brentford to Bayer Leverkusen.
OTHER RUMORS
- Initial talks have been held by Barcelona regarding a move for Liverpool winger Luis Díaz, though they could also face competition from clubs in Saudi Arabia. (Florian Plettenberg)
- Real Madrid and Benfica are in a standoff over the transfer fee for left back Álvaro Carreras, who Los Blancos wanted in place for the Club World Cup this month. (Marca)
- Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is a transfer target for managerless Inter Milan. (The Sun)
- The representatives of Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund have been approached by Internazionale. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Bryan Mbeumo has told Brentford he wants to join Manchester United. The 25-year-old effectively has two years left on his contract at the Gtech Community Stadium, as the Bees have the option to extend through to 2027, so this summer presents the best opportunity for a big transfer fee. (The Athletic)
- Chelsea have told Eintracht Frankfurt they have a firm interest in signing Hugo Ekitiké. The 22-year-old striker is expected to follow Ipswich Town's Liam Delap in heading to Stamford Bridge. (L'Equipe)
- Meanwhile, Chelsea expect to sign Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg before the Club World Cup. The 19-year-old centre-back will move from Chelsea's sister club for a transfer fee of €20m. (L'Équipe)
- Real Sociedad want the €60m received from Martin Zubimendi's transfer to Arsenal to be in their accounts for next year, so the deal is unlikely to be announced until July. (The Athletic)
- Marc-Andre ter Stegen will be made available for transfer if Barcelona sign Joan Garcia from Espanyol, with Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal showing interest. (Diario Sport)
- Chelsea have made an approach to AC Milan for goalkeeper Mike Maignan, who is about to move into the final year of his contract. (Matteo Moretto)
- Sporting CP star Viktor Gyökeres is keeping his cards close to his chest when it comes to his future amid ongoing speculation he will join Arsenal. Speaking to his former Coventry team-mate Leo Ostigard, Gyökeres said: "Nobody know anything yet. I wish I had a more entertaining answer but that's all I can say for now." (FaceTime)
- A move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is being considered by Internazionale with the 27-year-old is expected to leave Old Trafford. Barcelona have also been linked with the England international, and the Red Devils would be willing to accept an offer worth £40 million. (The Sun)
- Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Real Madrid are all considering making a move for Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who is about to enter the final year of his contract. (Foot Mercato)
- Real Madrid are closing in on a deal for Ajax teenager Abdellah Ouazane. The Morocco youth international, an attacking midfielder, is out of contract at the end of the month. (Marca)
- Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka, 30, is happy at the club amid ongoing speculation about his future. The Slovakia international is a reported target of Atlético Madrid, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. (Corriere dello Sport)
- Antonio Rudiger isn't considering leaving Real Madrid. A photo published on social media featuring Rudiger and Fernando Hierro -- who's sporting director of Al Nassr -- led to rumours of a switch. Rudiger has "categorically denied" any possibility of leaving, with one year left on his contract. (Marca)
- Federico Chiesa expects to be back with Liverpool for preseason training but said "never say never" when asked about a possible return to Serie A. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
- Diego Simeone is "Inter's dream" as coach, with current boss Simone Inzaghi set to discuss his future in Milan on Tuesday. Inzaghi has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. However, any move for Simeone would be "very difficult" as he has a contract at Atletico until 2027. (Diario AS)
- An agreement in principle has been reached between Al Hilal and AC Milan for left-back Theo Hernández. The 27-year-old is closing in on a €30m move to the Saudi Pro League side, with Hernandez requesting the salary offer is increased from €15m-per-year salary offer to €20m. (Foot Mercato)
- Lazio's Mario Gila, 24, is a possible transfer target for Paris Saint-Germain as a new centre-back. (Le Parisien)
- Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, 19, has chosen to follow in the footsteps of his brother, Jude, and will sign for Borussia Dortmund this summer. Jobe has turned down proposals from Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig to join BVB. (Bild)
- Manchester United are considering a move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, who could be available for €30m. (TEAMtalk)
- Arsenal are confident that Myles Lewis-Skelly will sign a new contract before the 2025-26 season kicks off. (Daily Mail)
- Brighton, Leeds and Marseille are tracking Feyenoord winger Igor Paixão. A transfer fee of €40m may be needed to land the 24-year-old. (Foot Mercato)