Transfer speculation: Real Madrid considers Fernandez as an alternative if Rodri acquisition does not materialize.
Enzo Fernández is included on Real Madrid’s list of targets, while RB Leipzig may still persuade winger Yan Diomande, who is linked with Liverpool, to remain at the club.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– According to Spanish news source Mundo Deportivo, Rodri is Real Madrid’s top midfield target this summer, although Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton are still under consideration if a deal for the Manchester City midfielder does not materialize. Madrid has maintained a long-term interest in Rodri, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2024 but has since dealt with persistent knee and hamstring injuries. Football Insider reports that a bid of approximately £50 million would suffice to persuade City to permit Rodri’s departure.
– Yan Diomande is one of the most coveted young talents in global football, yet RB Leipzig remains hopeful of retaining him and intends to present him with a better contract, as stated by Sky Sports Germany. The club is said to demand €100 million for any potential transfer this summer if he decides to leave, with Liverpool mentioned as a possible destination to succeed the departing legend Mohamed Salah.
– Juventus is considering a move for Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. Juventus sporting director Marco Ottolini will be present at Uruguay’s friendly against Algeria on Tuesday night to observe him. Ugarte has not been a consistent starter since his transfer to United from Sporting CP and faces an uncertain future amid interest from players like Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, Bruno Guimarães, and Sandro Tonali.
– Cristiano Ronaldo is attempting to persuade Casemiro to join him in the Saudi Pro League, as reported by Marca. The Brazilian midfielder has declared his intention to leave Manchester United at the conclusion of his contract this summer, making him available as a free agent. Recent reports suggest that Inter Miami could be a potential destination, allowing him to team up with Lionel Messi, but his former Madrid teammate Ronaldo is advocating for a different path.
– Newcastle has reached a preliminary agreement to sign 16-year-old Ecuadorian winger Johan Martinez from Independiente del Valle, according to Fabrizio Romano. The young forward will not join Newcastle until he turns 18, remaining at the club that has previously developed talents like Chelsea midfielder Moisés Caicedo and Arsenal defender Piero Hincapié.
OTHER RUMORS
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– Manchester United is “actively exploring” the situation of Cole Palmer as discussions continue regarding a potential transfer from Chelsea (TeamTalk).
– Manchester United has secured a new one-year contract extension with Harry Maguire, extending his stay until 2027 (Fabrizio Romano).
– Ferran Torres is a potential transfer target for Manchester United this summer if Joshua Zirkzee departs the club, while Arsenal, Inter Milan, and Atletico Madrid are keeping an eye on the Barcelona forward (Ekrem Konur).
– Aston Villa is open to permanently signing Jadon Sancho in the summer when his contract with Manchester United expires, but their plans depend on Champions League qualification (Football Insider).
– Newcastle United has stalled negotiations with Tino Livramento regarding a new contract, amid transfer interest from Arsenal and Manchester City (Football Insider).
– Aston Villa and Newcastle United are interested in Werder Bremen defender Karim Coulibaly, but face significant competition from Chelsea for his signature (TeamTalk).
– Barcelona is preparing to offer a new one-year contract to Robert Lewandowski, while clubs in Europe and the MLS continue to monitor his situation ahead of the summer (Nicolo Schira).
