Transfer speculation: Arsenal targets Sporting CP defender as Ben White’s future remains unclear.
Ben White may depart from Arsenal this summer, while Luka Modric is said to be considering a return to Croatia. Stay with us for the latest updates on transfers and rumors from around the world.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– The future of Ben White at Arsenal remains in doubt, as the club is reportedly keeping an eye on Sporting CP right-back Iván Fresneda, according to TeamTalk. Premier League title contenders Manchester City are also interested in the 21-year-old, with their sporting director, Hugo Viana, who previously worked at Sporting, leading their pursuit. Newcastle United is also believed to be showing interest.
– AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric might choose to return to Dinamo Zagreb following his participation with Croatia in the World Cup, as stated by La Gazzetta dello Sport. The 40-year-old began his professional career with the HNL club, where club president Zvonimir Boban was a significant influence. However, other scenarios are still possible, as Milan holds an option to extend Modric’s contract for another year and wishes for him to stay, but will only activate the clause if he expresses a desire to do so. There is also a chance that the midfielder may opt for retirement.
– Paris Saint-Germain is tracking Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis, as reported by Nicolo Schira. The 19-year-old has made a significant impression at the Greek club, earning the 2025 Golden Boy award, and has attracted interest from several Premier League teams. He has participated in 30 matches across all competitions this season, contributing three assists.
– Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is Juventus’ top choice as the Serie A club seeks to replace Michele Di Gregorio, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The 29-year-old is valued between €25 million and €30 million, and his annual salary of €4.5 million aligns with Juventus’ budget, but there is strong competition from Internazionale, who may need a replacement for Yann Sommer. If Juventus is unable to secure Vicario, they might consider Atalanta’s Marco Carnesecchi.
– A scout from Tottenham was present at Unipol Domus to observe Marco Palestra during Cagliari’s scoreless draw against Lazio on Saturday, as reported by Nicolo Schira. The 20-year-old wing-back is on loan at Cagliari from Atalanta and played the entire match, having a goal disallowed due to an offside decision. Various reports have indicated that Palestra has attracted interest from prominent Serie A clubs.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Aston Villa is committed to retaining Amadou Onana despite renewed interest from Manchester United in the midfielder. (Football Insider)
– Napoli and Juventus are keeping an eye on Bayer Leverkusen winger Ernest Poku. (Nicolo Schira)
– Joao Neves has signed a one-year contract extension, ensuring his stay with Paris Saint-Germain until 2030. (Le Parisien)
– Zeki Celik is seeking to leave Roma as a free agent this summer and has been approached by three Serie A clubs, three Premier League clubs, two Bundesliga clubs, and one from the Turkish Super Lig. (Nicolo Schira)
– A meeting between Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic‘s agent is set for March as the club aims to renew the striker’s contract, which is set to expire in June. (Nicolo Schira)
– Newcastle United will only entertain offers for Nick Woltemade this summer if the striker requests a transfer. (Football Insider)
– RB Leipzig prevented a January transfer for El Chadaille Bitshiabu, but the 20-year-old center-back will seek a summer move if his circumstances do not improve. (Philipp Hinze)
– Mattia Perin may depart from Juventus during the summer transfer window. (Nicolo Schira)
– Lens midfielder Andrija Bulatovic is poised to agree to a new contract to remain with the Ligue 1 club until June 2030. (Fabrizio Romano)
