Transfer News: Premier League Stars in Demand
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is reportedly a target for Real Madrid, while Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is being considered for a move to Saudi Arabia. Additionally, Liverpool is prepared to make a significant investment in Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise.
Real Madrid is planning an ambitious bid to acquire Manchester City's Spanish midfielder Rodri, offering £130 million for the 29-year-old, according to the Star on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Manchester United and England defender Harry Maguire, aged 32, is being targeted by Saudi Pro-League clubs Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq. The Sunday Mirror reports that United has the option to extend Maguire's contract beyond next summer, but they are unlikely to take that route.
Liverpool is willing to invest £130 million in Bayern Munich's 23-year-old French winger Michael Olise during the 2026 summer transfer window, as they seek a replacement for the aging Mohamed Salah, who is currently 33 years old, according to Fichajes.
The club is also hesitant to allow French defender Ibrahima Konate to leave in January amidst interest from Real Madrid, as they aim to retain the 26-year-old at Anfield for the long term, despite a challenging start to the season, reports Football Insider.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe believes that manager Ruben Amorim deserves a full season at the helm, according to The I.
Former Barcelona coach Xavi has instructed his representatives to decline offers from Saudi Pro-League clubs to remain available for the Manchester United managerial position should it arise, as reported by Caughtoffside.
Brentford is prepared to pay Villarreal £26 million for 21-year-old Cameroonian striker Etta Eyong, according to Fichajes.
Barcelona is intensifying its interest in 25-year-old Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck, who will be available on a free transfer next summer, as noted by Sport.
Bayern Munich has identified AC Milan's 30-year-old French goalkeeper Mike Maignan as a potential replacement for 39-year-old Manuel Neuer, according to Teamtalk.