Lisandro Martínez's future at Manchester United is in question after his scathing critique of the club's board, according to Sky Sports. The 28-year-old's contract expires in the summer, and there are real doubts about whether it will be renewed, especially as the Red Devils aim to revamp their defence and look at new center backs and left backs. Martínez pushed for a move to Atlético Madrid in the summer, but no suitable offer came in for United to consider.
Elsewhere, Bayern Munich are keeping close tabs on Liverpool attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz, according to TEAMtalk. The 23-year-old has not reached the levels expected since joining Anfield from Bayer Leverkusen last summer, and there is a belief within Bayern that the Germany international would be open to a Bundesliga return. These discussions remain exploratory rather than official.
AS Monaco's Folarin Balogun and Atlético Madrid's Alexander Sørloth are the main names being considered as Juventus aim to sign a striker, as reported by Tuttosport. Luciano Spalletti likes both players, and Balogun in particular is likely to move in January after his proposed summer move to Everton fell through.
Liverpool have also stepped up their pursuit of Tijuana attacking midfielder Gilberto Mora, according to TEAMtalk. Mora turned 18 this week, removing any FIFA barrier to moving abroad. Tijuana want £30 million for the Mexico international, which would be a Liga MX record, while Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund and Benfica are also interested.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing