Transfer speculation: Is Foden set to depart from Man City this summer?
Phil Foden is reportedly considering a departure from Manchester City in search of increased first-team opportunities, while Julián Álvarez‘s anticipated move from Atlético Madrid this summer may not materialize.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Manchester City attacking midfielder Phil Foden is contemplating leaving the club this summer. Football Insider indicates that the 25-year-old has been dissatisfied with his recent playing time, and if a new contract is not agreed upon in the coming months, he will seek a transfer to a European club, where several top teams are reportedly interested in him. Foden has been named as a substitute by manager Pep Guardiola in four of his last five matches across all competitions.
– Atlético Madrid is preparing to fend off interest in forward Julián Álvarez from Arsenal and Barcelona by proposing a new contract, according to Marca. The LaLiga club is believed to be preparing a €10 million-per-season offer that would make the 26-year-old the highest-paid player at the club, with intentions to establish him as their “flagship” player and successor to Antoine Griezmann, who is set to depart for Orlando City at the season’s conclusion. Alvarez has attracted attention from both Arsenal and Barça due to his strong performances this season, but there is optimism among the Wanda Metropolitano management that he will agree to an extension.
– Chelsea has shown interest in AC Milan defender Strahinja Pavlovic, as reported by Corriere dello Sport. The Premier League club is said to have already contacted the 24-year-old’s representatives and is currently observing his situation at the San Siro. It is anticipated that a bid of at least €40 million would be necessary to finalize a deal, with Milan viewing him as a crucial member of their squad. Pavlovic has netted four goals in 26 league appearances this season and is a regular starter for Serbia at the international level.
– Manchester United is preparing to pursue Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali at the end of the season, according to The Daily Mail. The 25-year-old is reported to be United’s top target as they aim to bolster their midfield, with club captain Bruno Fernandes also endorsing the potential signing. Tonali has made 47 appearances across all competitions for the Magpies this season and has previously been linked with Arsenal and Manchester City.
– Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde is attracting interest from Manchester City, Manchester United, and Aston Villa. Mundo Deportivo reports that all three Premier League clubs have inquired about a possible deal for the 22-year-old, and although he wishes to remain at Barça, the club may consider selling him if they receive a “substantial” offer. Balde, whose contract at Spotify Camp Nou runs until the summer of 2028, is regarded as Barça’s primary choice starter on the left side of defense.
ESPN EXCLUSIVES
– OL Lyonnes are nearing an agreement to persuade midfielder Caroline Weir to depart Real Madrid as a free agent this summer. Read
– Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad has resumed negotiations for Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool forward announced on Tuesday that he will exit the club at the end of the season. A source indicates that Al Qadsiah is the only other Saudi Arabian club with the financial capacity and ambition to compete with Al Ittihad. Read
– MLS teams Inter Miami and LA Galaxy, along with Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad, are interested in acquiring Manchester United midfielder Casemiro on a free transfer for the upcoming season. Read
– Barcelona is contemplating an offensive overhaul that would involve considering offers for forward Ferran Torres and the addition of up to two new forwards. Read
OTHER RUMORS
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– Barcelona is evaluating Osasuna winger Victor Munoz, but a transfer may be complicated due to Real Madrid holding 50% of the playing rights on his contract, which includes a clause allowing them to re-sign him. (Mundo Deportivo)
– Real Madrid continues to monitor Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate. (AS)
– Manchester United remains interested in Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. (Mirror)
– Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has expressed no desire to leave the Parc des Princes this summer amid links to Arsenal. (Daily Mail)
– Chelsea, Newcastle, and Brighton are competing to secure the signing of FC Koln forward Said El Mala. (TEAMtalk)
– Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly is attracting attention from Manchester United. (Express)
– Liverpool may pursue two wingers this summer as they seek to acquire a player for the left flank while also looking for a successor to Mohamed Salah. RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande is being considered. (Ben Jacobs)
– Several prominent Premier League and Bundesliga clubs are monitoring FC Augsburg defender Noahkai Banks. (Rudy Galetti)
– Inter Milan remains interested in Roma midfielder Manu Kone. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Liverpool is among several Premier League clubs keen on Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida. (TEAMtalk)
– Everton manager David Moyes is eager to sign West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek. (Football Insider)
