Transfer speculation: Saudi league targets Salah, Vinícius Jr. and over 50 others
The Saudi Pro League is making significant efforts to acquire Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior, while Arsenal and Chelsea have engaged in discussions regarding a possible transfer for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers and rumors from across the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– The Saudi Pro League (SPL) aims to prioritize the acquisition of Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior this summer, as reported by The Daily Telegraph. Additionally, TalkSPORT indicates plans to recruit 50 “peak-age foreign players” along with several veteran players. The report mentions Salah and Vinícius Jr., as well as Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, and Manchester United midfielders Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro. Al Ittihad may be one club poised for a significant overhaul, with star players N’Golo Kanté, Fabinho, and Karim Benzema potentially departing.
– Arsenal and Chelsea have discussed a potential transfer for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez, according to TEAMtalk, as the 25-year-old becomes increasingly dissatisfied with his situation at the Metropolitano Stadium. Alvarez’s preferred choice would be to join Barcelona, who hold an interest in him, but their financial constraints could hinder any potential agreement. Paris Saint-Germain is also interested in the Argentine international and is aware of his circumstances, while if Alvarez considers a move to the Premier League, it would only be for a London-based club.
– Chelsea is contemplating a loan move for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz for the remainder of the season, according to The Athletic. Luiz, 27, is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest and, despite not being a regular starter at the City Ground, is regarded as a player who can enhance the quality and depth of Chelsea’s midfield. Luiz’s loan at Forest includes a conditional obligation to secure a permanent transfer based on a specified number of appearances, along with a €30 million option if that threshold is not met.
– Following Manchester United’s announcement that Casemiro will depart Old Trafford when his contract concludes this summer, The Daily Mail reports that LA Galaxy is among the clubs interested in signing the midfielder. The 33-year-old has attracted interest from the Saudi Pro League, Brazilian Serie A, and MLS, but his preference is to stay in Brazil, according to ESPN Brasil. Sources have also informed ESPN that Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, and Brighton & Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba are three potential replacements for him at United.
– Liverpool views Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton as a potential target for the summer transfer window if he becomes available, as stated by The Daily Mail. The 21-year-old could be the next significant departure from the Eagles, following captain Marc Guéhi‘s £20 million transfer to Manchester City and reports that star striker Jean-Philippe Mateta wishes to leave. Nevertheless, Liverpool will encounter competition from Real Madrid, Manchester United, and several other elite clubs for Wharton and will need to meet a valuation of approximately £80 million.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Corinthians defender Iago Machado, 16, is being monitored by Arsenal. (Globo)
– A final decision regarding Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is anticipated soon, with Roma among the clubs still interested in acquiring the 24-year-old on loan. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Internazionale views Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario as an ideal replacement for Yann Sommer. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Fenerbahce has approved Juventus to pursue Youssef En-Nesyri on loan with an option to make the transfer permanent. The overall deal is valued at €25 million plus bonuses, and Juventus is now in advanced negotiations with the striker. (Nicolo Schira)
– Juventus remains interested in Jean-Philippe Mateta but has informed Crystal Palace that they will not exceed €33 million for the striker. The proposal involves a loan with an obligation to make the deal permanent if they qualify for the Champions League. (Nicolo Schira)
– PSV Eindhoven is hesitant to allow winger Ivan Perisic to join Internazionale, but the Nerazzurri’s chances of finalizing a deal may improve if PSV fails to reach the Champions League playoffs. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Roma has submitted an offer to acquire Al Shabab winger Yannick Carrasco on loan with an option to make the transfer permanent. The 32-year-old is keen to return to Europe, but his salary could pose a challenge. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Bayer Leverkusen aims to replace goalkeeper Mark Flekken, considering options such as Manchester City duo James Trafford and Stefan Ortega, along with Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen. (Kicker)
– Crvena Zvezda midfielder Vasilije Kostov, 17, is being scouted by Arsenal, in addition to interest from Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. (Mirror)
– Barcelona has completed a deal for 18-year-old Al Ahly striker Hamza Abdelkarim, which is structured as a loan with an option to purchase for up to €3 million, potentially rising to €5 million based on performance-related bonuses. (Mundo Deportivo)
– Juventus considers Sevilla full back Juanlu Sanchez as a backup to Pierre Kalulu if the club is amenable to a loan with an option to make the transfer permanent. (Sky Sports Italia)
– Toulouse has rejected Wolfsburg’s increased offer of €23 million for defender Charlie Cresswell, as they seek over €30 million. (Athletic)
– Roma, Nice, and Marseille have inquired about 18-year-old Chelsea full back Genesis Antwi. (TEAMtalk)
– Nottingham Forest has reached an agreement for a loan deal with Napoli for 6-foot-7 striker Lorenzo Lucca, which includes an option to make the transfer permanent for approximately €40 million. (Athletic)
– Cruzeiro winger Kaua Prates, 17, has come to a preliminary agreement with Borussia Dortmund. (Nicolo Schira)
