Real Madrid are interested in former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay, who is currently at Napoli, with the Spanish giants considering a move for the 29-year-old Scotland international at the end of the season. Manchester United are reportedly unlikely to bring him back to Old Trafford, as they are targeting younger signings.
Bayern Munich want to extend the contract of France winger Michael Olise, 24, which runs until 2029. He is expected to stay in Germany unless a move to Real Madrid materialises. Chelsea, meanwhile, are keen on Barcelona and Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 29, as a belated replacement for Enzo Fernandez, who joined Manchester City on transfer deadline day.
Manchester United have made 16-year-old attacking midfielder JJ Gabriel an official scholarship contract offer, but could receive only £350,000 for him if he decides to leave the club and move abroad. Liverpool hold a £59.5m buyback clause for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah, 23, but the England international is reluctant to return to Anfield, having been linked with Real Madrid and Chelsea.
In Italy, Juventus have doubts over Germany striker Nick Woltemade, currently on loan from Newcastle United, and are exploring alternatives, including Monaco and United States forward Folarin Balogun. Newcastle and Everton are both keen on Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara, while Hull City are close to signing 18-year-old Kayserispor goalkeeper Deniz Donmezer for a fee of £1.5m.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing