USMNT and AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic is of interest to Tottenham Hotspur, while AC Milan have Manchester United defender Leny Yoro and Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.
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Trending rumors
– Tottenham Hotspur are interested in AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic, according to TEAMtalk. It is reported that the Premier League side have made an inquiry for the 27-year-old, having identified him as a potential alternative signing to Liverpool winger and Manchester City-linked Cody Gakpo. Spurs are among multiple teams to have checked on the situation of USMNT star Pulisic, who played no part in the 2-0 Serie A win over Venezia on Friday as he continues his return from injury.
– AC Milan have Manchester United defender Leny Yoro and Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde on their shortlist, Tuttosport reports. Yoro, 20 is reportedly among several players being considered by the Rossoneri, who are exploring the market for defenders, with plans to offload Fikayo Tomori and find a long term option at full back. It is reported that a move for 22-year-old Balde would require an offer worth around €50 million.
– Barcelona are monitoring the situation of Internazionale wing back Federico Dimarco, Gazzetta dello Sport reports. The Blaugrana see the 28-year-old as a key starter due to his ability in the attacking third, but aware of growing interest from the LaLiga club, the Nerazzurri are now considering talks to sign him to a new contract extension. Dimarco made 46 appearances across all competitions for Inter last season.
– Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Newcastle are looking at Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane, Football Insider reports. All three sides are reportedly exploring a swoop to sign the 20-year-old before the transfer window closes on Tuesday, with the Blues viewing him as a high-potential prospect for the future. Kofane began the new Bundesliga campaign with a goal when coming on as a substitute to score in the 3-2 defeat against SV Elversberg on Saturday.
– Liverpool are lining up an approach for Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans, according to the Liverpool Echo. The Reds have identified the 18-year-old as a potential replacement for Giorgi Mamardashvili, who is attracting interest from Nottingham Forest. A move for Brughmans is expected to be difficult, with Real Madrid among multiple clubs in Europe keeping tabs on his situation. The 6-foot-6 stopper has been capped twice by Belgium as a youth international at U19 level.
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ESPN sources
– Everton are considering a move for USMNT forward Folarin Balogun ahead of Tuesday’s transfer deadline, but a move for the 25-year-old could hinge on the outcome of attempts to offload winger Iliman Ndiaye and striker Beto. Read
– Barcelona are in “very advanced” negotiations with Arsenal over a deal to sign Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus Jesus, 29, has just one year to run on his contract with the English champions and has emerged as an option for Barça following their failure to land Julián Álvarez. Read
– Women’s Super League (WSL) side Manchester United are finalizing a deal to sign Mexico international Rebeca Bernal from the NWSL’s Washington Spirit. According to the source, an announcement is expected at some point ahead of Manchester United’s season-opener on Sept. 4. Read
Done deals
– England international striker Ollie Watkins has joined Al Hilal from Aston Villa for around £51 million, the Saudi Pro League club announced. Read
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Other rumors
– Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford wants to stay put despite interest from Chelsea, Newcastle and Aston Villa. (Football Insider)
– VfB Stuttgart winger Jamie Leweling, 25, is on the radar of Liverpool, Everton, and Roma over a loan which includes an obligation to be made permanent for €40 million (Patrick Berger)
– Al Ittihad and Al Shabab have shown interest in Al Hilal striker Karim Benzema. (Diario AS)
– Atletico Madrid have made a new approach for Juventus and Canada international striker Jonathan David. The Serie A club see Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee as his potential successor. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Valencia are optimistic of securing a deal to sign Liverpool attacking midfielder Harvey Elliott. (Matteo Moretto)
– Juventus are keen to keep hold of midfielder Nico Gonzalez amid interest from Atletico Madrid. (Marca)
– Crystal Palace have agreed a deal to loan defender Honest Ahanor, who is set to complete a €40 million switch from Atalanta to Chelsea. (Di Marzio)
– Newcastle and Sunderland could battle for the signature of Roma winger Matias Soule. (TEAMtalk)
– Aston Villa have been informed that a £25 million offer would be required to land Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. (Football Insider)
– Sunderland are discussing a loan move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso. (Telegraph)
– Everton striker Beto is set to complete a €17 million switch to Fiorentina. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Crystal Palace and Fulham are among several teams interested in Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson. (TEAMtalk)
– Hull City are preparing a £10 million offer for Stoke winger Sorba Thomas. (Mail)
