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Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Martin Zubimendi, Marcus Rashford, Federico Chiesa

sportsmole.co.uk, 28 December 2024, 06:45
The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Virgil van Dijk contract latest: Real Madrid make decision on Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold update

Real Madrid make a decision on whether to pursue both Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold in the summer when their contracts expire. Read more.

Manchester United transfer update: Ruben Amorim battle against Manchester City, Liverpool for Premier League defender

Manchester United face a battle to sign a key £75m defender, with Manchester City and Liverpool both holding an interest in the Premier League player's signature. Read more.

Ruben Amorim vs. Arne Slot: Man United, Liverpool 'set to battle' for France international

Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are all reportedly interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Randal Kolo Muani. Read more.

Man City 'could trigger midfielder's release clause' as Pep Guardiola sets out plans for January market

Manchester City are reportedly considering triggering the release clause of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in January. Read more.

Man United 'make offer' for 'leading target' as Ruben Amorim bids to solve major issue in Red Devils team

Manchester United reportedly make an offer for Paris Saint-Germain defender Nuno Mendes ahead of the opening of the January transfer window. Read more.

Juventus 'reject Marcus Rashford transfer' with Old Lady 'more interested' in Red Devils teammate

Juventus reportedly turn down the chance to sign unsettled Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, with the Old Lady more interested in his teammate Joshua Zirkzee. Read more.

Man United 'on red alert' as Barcelona 'suffer major blow' in bid to keep Dani Olmo

Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Dani Olmo's situation at Barcelona, with the attacker potentially becoming available on a free transfer next week. Read more.

Liverpool transfer news: Federico Chiesa heading for January loan exit?

Liverpool may reportedly be presented with the opportunity to loan out Federico Chiesa during the January transfer window. Read more.

Wolves boss delivers update on Man United, Arsenal-linked Matheus Cunha after Brazilian's masterclass vs. Ruben Amorim

Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Vitor Pereira hopes that his club will be able to keep hold of Matheus Cunha beyond the end of the January transfer window. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Latest 'twist' in Marcus Rashford saga 'revealed' as Ruben Amorim delivers fresh update

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly not prepared to pay £50m for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford. Read more.

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Andy Brent

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