Transfer speculation: Manchester United interested in Juventus defender Kalulu
Manchester United is exploring options in Serie A for a defender this summer, while Chicago Fire is prepared to make a significant effort to acquire Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Manchester United is keeping an eye on Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco and Juventus’ Pierre Kalulu as the summer transfer window approaches, according to Calciomercato. The club is seeking defensive additions, with Serie A appearing to be a preferred scouting ground. Kalulu is particularly appealing to United’s management due to his adaptability, as the 25-year-old can operate as both a right back and center back. The report indicates that scouts from the Premier League team attended Inter’s match against Juve on Saturday evening. It remains to be seen how Kalulu’s red card in that match will affect his prospects.
– Chicago Fire has intensified their efforts to sign Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski, as reported by Mundo Deportivo. The experienced striker is expected to depart Catalonia this summer, with his contract concluding after four years at the club. Currently, interest from Major League Soccer appears to be the most substantial. Chicago Fire is willing to make a significant commitment to secure Lewandowski, following a productive recent discussion with the player’s representatives. The 37-year-old may be in the United States this summer, as Poland still has a chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
– Arsenal has entered the competition to acquire RB Leipzig talent Antonio Nusa, according to German outlet Fussball Daten. Scouts from the Premier League leaders are reported to have observed Nusa in recent months, with Aston Villa and Newcastle United also monitoring his progress in the Bundesliga. Leipzig is expected to demand a fee in the range of €50 million to €60 million for his departure this summer.
– Tottenham Hotspur is determined to keep midfielder Lucas Bergvall after rejecting inquiries during the January transfer window. The Athletic reports that both Aston Villa and Chelsea expressed interest in the Sweden international but were promptly informed that he would not be available. Bergvall has fallen down the hierarchy in North London in recent months and is currently sidelined due to an ankle injury. He is under contract with Spurs until 2031.
– Harry Maguire‘s Manchester United teammates are advocating for the club to offer him a substantial new contract, as revealed by The Sun. The publication states that the United players reportedly believe it would be “madness” to allow the England international to leave on a free transfer. Maguire’s contract is set to expire this summer, which means he is already free to negotiate with clubs across Europe.
OTHER RUMORS
– There is a “distinct possibility” that Mohamed Salah departs Liverpool at the conclusion of the season. Al Ittihad remains interested in acquiring the Egyptian, while Al Nassr is also in contention. (Football Insider)
– Aston Villa is ready to compete with Leeds United for James Trafford‘s signature. The future of the Manchester City goalkeeper remains uncertain as the summer transfer window approaches. (Football Insider)
– Enzo Maresca is still considered a leading candidate to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City when the Spaniard eventually vacates his role. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Lazio rejected two offers for Fisayo Dele-Bashiru during the winter transfer window amid interest from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth. (Nicolo Schira)
– AC Milan aims to retain Luka Modrić and is prepared to activate an option in his contract to extend his deal until 2027. (Nicolo Schira)
– Torino has made inquiries regarding Union Berlin winger Livan Burcu, who could be set to make his first senior appearance for Turkey next month. (Rudy Galetti)
– Bayern Munich is among the clubs monitoring young Anderlecht midfielder Nathan De Cat. (Ekrem Konur)
– Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur are all observing Juventus defender Lloyd Kelly. (Mirko Di Natale)
