Transfer speculation: Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United interested in Stankovic
Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all keeping an eye on Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, while Tottenham Hotspur have taken the lead in the pursuit of United States star Christian Pulisic from AC Milan. Stay with us for the latest updates on transfers and rumors from around the world.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Several Premier League clubs are monitoring Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, as reported by TEAMtalk. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal are said to be among the interested parties in the 20-year-old, with scouts dispatched to observe him frequently this season. The Serbia international has impressed in the Champions League this season, scoring goals that have helped Brugge secure victories in their last two league phase matches and earn a spot in the playoffs for the knockout rounds. Stankovic is reportedly eager to return to Inter Milan, who included a clause in his transfer to Brugge allowing them the opportunity to re-sign him within the next two years, but he is also attracting interest from various clubs across Europe.
– Tottenham Hotspur are at the forefront of the chase for AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic, according to TEAMtalk. Spurs have expressed “concrete interest” in the 27-year-old, believing he could have an immediate impact at the club. The report indicates that his representatives have also reached out to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, but Spurs, who have recently been associated with United States men’s national team manager Mauricio Pochettino, have shown the most interest. Pulisic will enter the final year of his contract at San Siro this summer.
– AC Milan is eager to acquire Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie on a free transfer, as reported by Calciomercato. The USMNT player has been a regular starter under Juve manager Luciano Spalletti, and Bianconeri officials are prioritizing securing the 27-year-old’s commitment to the club beyond his current contract, which expires in June. However, Tuttosport reported last week that Inter Milan is also looking to sign McKennie as a free agent this summer, and now their city rivals Milan have joined the competition.
– Manchester United is contemplating a move for Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu, according to Tuttosport. The Red Devils are believed to be sending scouts to observe the 25-year-old during the Serie A match against Inter Milan on Saturday, and there is also interest from other Premier League clubs. Aware of European clubs pursuing Kalulu, the Bianconeri are reportedly optimistic about retaining him by offering a new four-year contract that would include a salary increase to €3.5 million per season.
– Manchester City attacking midfielder Bernardo Silva is attracting attention from Juventus, according to Calciomercato. The 31-year-old is set to become a free agent this summer, and with no indication of an extension at the Etihad Stadium, the Bianconeri are hopeful of signing him on a free transfer. Silva is viewed as a potential addition alongside Atalanta midfielder Éderson, who may be challenging to acquire due to interest from Atlético Madrid, who recently secured a 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal on Thursday (stream a replay on ESPN+ in the U.S.).
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OTHER RUMORS
– Liverpool remains optimistic about extending defender Ibrahima Konaté‘s contract. (The Athletic)
– Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is anticipated to sign a contract extension that will keep him at Old Trafford beyond this summer. (TEAMtalk)
– Manchester City does not plan to offer defender John Stones a new deal. He is set to become a free agent in June. (Caught Offside)
– Juventus may be willing to retain striker Dusan Vlahovic at the club if he agrees to a reduced salary. He has yet to receive any “attractive” offers from Europe. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Premier League clubs are showing interest in Villarreal midfielder Alassane Diatta. (Marca)
– Al Hilal striker Darwin Núñez could depart the club this summer. He has recently been unregistered from their squad for the Saudi Pro League. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Sporting KC striker Dejan Joveljic is garnering interest from Tigres as well as clubs in MLS. (Ekrem Konur)
– Torino is contemplating a move for Empoli defender Gabriele Guarino. (Nicolo Schira)
