Transfer speculation: Real Madrid keen on Arsenal’s Gabriel

Real Madrid is interested in Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães, while Chelsea continues to pursue Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers.

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TRENDING RUMORS

– Real Madrid has inquired about Arsenal center back Gabriel Magalhães, as reported by TeamTalk. The Premier League leaders promptly informed Madrid that the 28-year-old is not for sale at any price. Gabriel signed a long-term contract extension last summer. Having also secured extensions for Bukayo Saka and William Saliba, Arsenal is reportedly committed to demonstrating that even a club as prominent as Madrid cannot acquire their top talents.

– Chelsea remains optimistic about signing Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers, despite the Villans indicating that only an extraordinary offer would persuade them to consider his departure, according to TeamTalk. This amount is likely to exceed the £100 million Villa received from Manchester City for Jack Grealish in 2021. Chelsea has maintained a long-standing interest in the 23-year-old, with their co-director of recruitment, Joe Shields, being the individual who initially brought Rogers to City while overseeing the Citizens’ youth acquisitions.

– Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are expected to encounter competition from Inter Milan for Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka this summer, as reported by CF Bayern Insider. Bayer Leverkusen is also interested in the 31-year-old, who will become a free agent when his contract with Bayern expires at the end of this season. Arsenal attempted to sign Goretzka in January, but the Germany international had already committed to Bayern to remain until the conclusion of the campaign.

– Manchester United is closely observing the situation of Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye, according to Footmercato. The 27-year-old’s profile has risen since he netted the decisive goal against Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final, and he is also a crucial player for Villarreal. The World Cup presents Gueye with another chance to shine on a significant platform, and he has already drawn considerable interest, particularly from United, who are seeking to replace Casemiro following the announcement of the Brazilian’s departure from Old Trafford.

– Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Newcastle United, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Brentford have all shown interest in Eintracht Frankfurt right-back Nnamdi Collins, according to TeamTalk. Arsenal, in particular, is impressed by the 22-year-old and sees parallels to Ben White, although Frankfurt holds a strong negotiating position as Collins’ contract extends until 2030. Another Frankfurt full-back, Nathaniel Brown, has also been extensively scouted, with Manchester United having evaluated the 22-year-old.

EXPERT TAKE

ESPN’s Barcelona correspondent Sam Marsden examines the club’s critical transfer inquiries, including which striker they should acquire:

Barça should target a Kylian Mbappé or a Harry Kane, but they also need to recruit a center back, a fullback, and a holding midfielder, likely another winger as well. Therefore, where will they optimize their expenditures? I would lean towards a center back.

However, if a striker is the focus, Julián Álvarez is well-regarded within the club’s management. Nevertheless, his recent performance—no goals in 11 matches before scoring against Barça last week—has raised concerns. Additionally, the fee Atlético would demand for him is substantial—Barça sources have indicated they seek well over €100 million. There is also no assurance he would outscore Ferran Torres, who has actually netted five more league goals than Álvarez this season in 300 fewer minutes.

In this context, Dusan Vlahovic could be a viable option as he will be a free agent this summer at Juventus, even if he may not excite fans. Given the current market conditions and the potential for change, I would recommend Barça to remain patient for now and prioritize other areas until they can make a significant investment in a striker.

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– Brighton may reduce their asking price for Carlos Beleba from over £100 million to approximately £70 million amid interest from Manchester United. (TEAMtalk)

– Casemiro aims to continue his career in Europe after leaving Manchester United, with Italy being mentioned as a potential destination for the midfielder. (The Sun)

– Manchester City and Arsenal are closely observing versatile Brighton midfielder Jack Hinshelwood. (Caught Offside)

– Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United have all been monitoring 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur in recent weeks. (TEAMtalk)

– Marcus Thuram may depart Inter Milan during the summer transfer window. (Nicolo Schira)

– Several international clubs have approached Marc Casado, but the midfielder is nearing an extension of his contract with Barcelona. (Nicolo Schira)

– Atletico Madrid has included Borussia Dortmund striker Fabio Silva on their list of potential replacements for Julián Alvarez if the 26-year-old leaves in the summer. (Rudy Galetti)

– Tottenham is looking to acquire Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson in the summer as they prepare for the departure of Guglielmo Vicario. (Football Insider)

– Crystal Palace considers finding a replacement for Marc Guéhi a priority during the summer transfer window. (The Standard)

– Premier League and top European clubs are monitoring Brentford goalkeeper Matthew Cox‘s impressive performances while on loan at Shrewsbury Town. (Football Insider)