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The summer moving window is closed across Europe, there are still moves underway, and a lot of gossip is circulating. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest rumors about rumors, comings and goings, and of course, closed deals!
Real Madrid winger Rodrygo is at risk of being trapped at the Spanish club as Los Blancos further strengthen their attacks, reports Sport.
The Brazilian foreigner has scored just one goal and one handball in 11 games this season, which is a disappointing result, which puts him facing a long dubious career at Real Madrid. While there are no doubts about the 22-year-old’s capabilities, the La Liga club are keen to further bolster their striker options, which could jeopardise Rodrygo’s position at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid are also not pleased with Rodrygo’s recent comments about his displeasure at being used as a striker. He was quoted as saying at the national team training camp this week: “I’ve made it clear that I have a special ability to bet on wings. I just don’t like playing as the number 9, even though at my club I have to. “
Brazilian youngster Endrick will sign for Real Madrid in July 2024, adding to Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti’s attacking options, and the club remain interested in finalising a move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe, who is on the verge of a contract. with the French champions expires at the end of the season. Although it seems that PSG are willing to close a new deal with the 24-year-old, little progress has been made.
On top of that, the report suggests that striker Erling Haaland is still on Los Blancos’ radar, although Manchester City are said to be signing him to a new, longer contract.
If Real Madrid were to sign Rodrygo, they would most likely charge him a significant sum for his services, which would be a prospect for the club, who would likely get rid of the winger in the near future. .
– Arsenal are confident they will secure a new contract for defender Ben White, reports Fabrizio Romano. White is said to be satisfied at Arsenal as negotiations over a new contract are ongoing. The 26-year-old has a contract with Emirates Stadium until 2026; however, having proven to be an expert at both centre-back and right-back, the England foreigner has emerged as a key player for manager Mikel Arteta, making the Gunners willing to make the most of his time in north London.
Manchester United have named Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as an option for January, Football Insider reports. The Red Devils are keen to bolster their defensive options, following injuries to Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez this season. However, Premier League giants are reportedly facing a tough festival for the 23-year-old, with Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham and Arsenal all interested in the England international.
– Free agent Sokratis turned down an offer from Real Betis, as the scorer is waiting for a technical from Bayern Munich, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Deutschland. The 35-year-old has been without a club since the end of the tournament. 2022-23 season after leaving Olympiacos. Reportedly, there has not yet been any contact between the Bavarian team and the player, but Bayern only have one in-form centre-back, Kim Min-Jae, which leaves the door open to a conceivable move for Sokratis. as a cover.
– Juventus are keen to close a deal for Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram in January, but the Turin club are aware that it will be difficult to sign the midfielder, according to Tuttosport. The main problems for Juventus are the tough parties he will face during the 22-year-old, as well as the value Nice have set for the playmaker. The report shows that a transfer deal could be on offer, with Nice open to a deal that would see winger Samuel Iling-Junior join Ligue 1. attire.
– Liverpool, Everton and Brighton are among the Premier League clubs keeping an eye on Schalke midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Deutschland. The 17-year-old reportedly has a clause in 2024 that would allow him to leave for €20 million if a foreign club made a move. The talented midfielder has scored one goal in nine games for Schalke this season.