Manchester United is reportedly devising a plan to bring David de Gea back temporarily, given Andre Onana’s departure for the Africa Cup of Nations. Despite being released earlier, De Gea is still without a new club. Meanwhile, both Manchester United and Liverpool have their sights set on Real Sociedad’s Robin Le Normand.
Bayern Munich’s interest in Fulham’s Joao Palhinha, once close to a summer move, remains uncertain. Jose Mourinho’s departure from Roma in the summer is expected, and there are talks of a potential swap deal involving Tammy Abraham from Roma and Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea.
Chelsea is contemplating making a substantial €100m (£87m) bid for Barcelona’s Gavi due to Barcelona’s financial challenges. Manchester City values Julian Alvarez at a minimum of £80m, which is dissuading interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus is drawing attention from Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Real Madrid is exploring leveraging Manchester United’s interest in Takefusa Kubo, triggering his €60m (£52m) release clause and potentially selling him to United for €70m (£61m). The raised funds could be redirected toward acquiring Paris Saint-Germain’s Fabian Ruiz, a target for manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Liverpool is gearing up to challenge Manchester City for the signing of Chelsea left-back Ian Maatsen, especially if he considers leaving Stamford Bridge in January. Tottenham Hotspur is aiming to fend off competition from Newcastle United in their pursuit of Juventus winger Federico Chiesa. Juventus, dealing with financial difficulties, is open to selling their £60m-rated star.