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Arsenal, Juventus, and Bayern Munich in Transfer Race for Key Players

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Arsenal face competition from Juventus for Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka, 31, whose contract expires this summer. The midfielder, valued at around €40m, has attracted interest from multiple Serie A clubs amid his impending free agency. Meanwhile, AC Milan are pursuing Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott (24), with AZ Alkmaar’s £25m valuation confirmed. Brighton is also targeting Said el Mala, 19, from Cologne, after the German winger changed agents, signaling heightened interest in his €15m-rated potential.

Manchester City may let Brazilian winger Savinho, 21, depart if they stay in the Premier League, with Tottenham circling. Juventus shifted focus to Bernardo Silva (31) after cooling on Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali (25), now pursued by Manchester United and Arsenal. Fulham finalized a deal for Ricardo Pepi (23), the U.S. forward from PSV Eindhoven, with personal terms agreed.

Anfield-linked manager Xabi Alonso would prioritize Alessandro Bastoni (26), Adam Wharton (22), and Bradley Barcola (23) if replacing Arne Slot. Hansi Flick extended his Barcelona contract until 2028 after Joan Laporta’s re-election. Kees Smit, 20, is drawing bids from Real Madrid and Barcelona for his AZ Alkmaar midfield role.

Joao Gomes (25), Wolves’ Portugal midfielder, has caught Manchester United and Liverpool’s attention. Richard Hughes, Liverpool’s director, is a top candidate for Saudi Pro-League club Al-Hilal’s sporting director role. Transfers hinge on contract expirations, financial thresholds, and managerial ambitions across Europe.