Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo continues to be on Napoli’s radar, while Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Juventus striker Jonathan David. Stay updated with the latest transfer news and gossip from around the world.
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TEAMtalk. The 20-year-old aims to secure consistent first-team action in hopes of making Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for next summer’s FIFA World Cup. Thus, a loan appears to be the most feasible option in January, with the Serie A champions currently in the lead. Napoli is prepared to fully cover Mainoo’s £45,000-a-week salary and could even include a future buy option if requested by United.
– Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur are poised to act if Juventus allows Jonathan David to depart this winter, per Sky Sports. The Canada international has had difficulty making an impression after transferring from Lille to Juve last summer, managing only one goal in 11 appearances so far. A reaction is now necessary from David, or a «swift exit» in January may be contemplated by the Serie A club, with some of Europe’s top teams already watching.
Real Madrid forward Endrick is set to join Lyon on loan in January, according to Fabrizio Romano. Endrick is eager to make the transfer, provided no permanent clauses are included in the agreement. Sources informed ESPN last week that Lyon was leading the pursuit to acquire the Brazilian international, and the Ligue 1 club remains the sole side in significant discussions to secure him, despite recent links to Aston Villa. Endrick, 19, has participated in LaLiga just once this season.
– Atalanta midfielder Éderson has emerged as a potential substitute for Joelinton in Newcastle United’s recruitment sessions, as reported by The i Paper. Ongoing injury concerns have prompted Newcastle to consider future transfer alternatives, although the seriousness of their interest in Éderson remains uncertain. The 26-year-old shares nationality with Joelinton and has earned three caps for Brazil’s national side since September 2024.
– Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk «struggled until the final moment» to move to Real Madrid last summer, Diario AS reports on the same day that both teams face off at Anfield in the UEFA Champions League. According to the Madrid-based publication, Van Dijk’s representatives reached out to Spanish officials in an attempt to establish communication with Madrid, who showed no inclination toward a deal. Van Dijk ultimately renewed his contract with Liverpool in April, as Madrid opted for alternative targets, signing Dean Huijsen.
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MISCELLANEOUS RUMORS
– Barcelona is eager to secure Marcus Rashford on a permanent basis if he agrees to the salary proposed by the Spanish club. A wage reduction may be necessary for his loan to be extended, as Barça possesses an option to acquire him next summer for up to €35 million. (talkSPORT)
– Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read is on Bayern Munich’s radar for the summer of 2026. The 19-year-old is seen as a viable long-term prospect behind Konrad Laimer and may cost around €25 million. (Sky Germany)
– Augsburg striker Phillip Tietz might depart the Bundesliga team in January, with several MLS clubs interested in signing him. (Sky Germany)
– Southampton has finalized an agreement to re-sign Oriol Romeu. Medical examinations are anticipated, with a contract offered until the summer of 2026. (Fabrizio Romano)
– West Ham United are intensifying their pursuit of a striker after Niclas Füllkrug‘s agent hinted his client might exit the Premier League side in January. (TEAMtalk)
– Manchester United perceives «no future» for Jadon Sancho at the club following his rough start to the season at Aston Villa. (Football Insider)
– AC Milan, Atalanta, Roma, and Internazionale are keeping tabs on Hellas Verona striker Giovane. (Nicolò Schira)
– Chicago Fire are nearing a deal to sign AIK midfielder Anton Salétros in January. (Tom Bogert)
– Paris Saint-Germain have added Lokomotiv Moscow midfielder Aleksey Batrakov to their summer target list. (Ekrem Konur)
– Internazionale are contemplating a move for Udinese defender Oumar Solet. (Ekrem Konur)
