Transfer rumors, news: Man United look to Bellingham

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham is on Manchester United’s radar, while Bruno Fernandes still attracts interest from Saudi Arabia and Chelsea are ready to replace Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the world.

Transfers Homepage | Deals concluded | Men’s notes | Women’s Notes

FEATURED STORIES

– Sources: Orlando eyes Richarlison summer deal
– Sources: Man United believe players support Amorim
– Henderson: Tough times after Liverpool exit for Saudi Arabia

TRENDING RUMORS

– Manchester United are closely monitoring the midfielder’s situation Jobe Bellingham at Borussia Dortmund, according to TEAMtalk. Despite only signing in the summer, it is understood the 20-year-old is now weighing up his options following “heated exchanges” with manager Niko Kovac and dressing room issues with his father, and may consider pushing for a January departure. United reportedly view his technical ability and physicality as two factors that could improve their midfield, but there could be competition from Crystal Palace. Bellingham has been named on the bench in five of the last six matches.

– Al Nassr and Al Ittihad interested in Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, reports TalkSPORT. The two Saudi Pro League clubs are said to be at the front of the queue to sign the 31-year-old, with Al Hilal no longer expected to move forward with an approach for him. It is reported that a bid of over £60 million will be needed to sign him, although any potential transfer is not expected to take place until next summer, with Fernandes keen to stay at Old Trafford until the end of the season.

– A new approach for the Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz is fielded by Chelsea, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The Blues are ready to return to the negotiating table for the 20-year-old after considering signing him over the summer, but Barcelona are also monitoring the situation. Aware of Europe’s interest, the Bianconeri wants to keep Yildiz in Turin and negotiations for a new contract are underway with his father, who is also his agent.

– Juventus wants to sign Bayern Munich left-back Raphael Guerreiroreports Tuttosport. The Serie A club believe the 31-year-old would solve several tactical problems for manager Igor Tudor and hope to take advantage of his contract situation. Guerreiro’s deal at the Allianz Arena will enter its final six months in January, and Bild’s Christian Falk claims that while the Bundesliga club have no plans to offer him an extension, he will not be prepared to part ways in the next transfer window unless a replacement is found.

– Real Madrid prioritize Crystal Palace midfield Adam Whartonaccording to AS. The Whites have decided against signing a midfield reinforcement this summer as part of plans to bring in the 21-year-old, who they see as having a similar profile to former player Luka Modric, while being a perfect fit for their current transfer policy. The Eagles are expected to reject any offer below €80m for Wharton, with his contract at Selhurst Park not expiring until the summer of 2029.

EXPERT OPINION

OTHER RUMORS

– Barcelona working on signing a goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen to a new contract. (Sport)

– A transfer from Bayern Munich for the Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck remains a possibility, but they are not currently prioritizing it. (Christian Falk)

– Juventus and Napoli keep an eye on Genoa Brooke Norton-Cuffy. (Nicolo Schira)

– Discussions are underway between Manchester United and the defender Harry Maguire regarding a new deal at Old Trafford. (Sun)

– Real Madrid want to re-recruit Como’s two midfielders Nico Paz and Stuttgart midfielder Chema Andrés. (AS)

– Several clubs in Europe are studying an approach for the Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazao and contacted its representatives. (Florian Plettenberg)

– Brentford should not sign a free striker Michel Antonio to a contract, even though he recently trained with them. (Aerial sports)

– Aston Villa consider opening contract negotiations with attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendia. (Football Insider)

– The decision to sign a winger should be a priority for Juventus in January. (Tuttosport)

– Rangers in talks with former manager Steven Gerrard about a return to the club. (TEAMtalk)

,>