Soccer Transfer Rumors: Tonali, Salah, Baleba & More | Latest News
Sports Illustrated has compiled the latest transfer rumors and gossip swirling around clubs in the Premier League and La Liga, highlighting potential moves, financial bids, and contract situations that could reshape team rosters this summer.
Premier League activity
Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is reportedly set to decline interest from Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United, preferring a return to Serie A where Juventus lead the pursuit (source: GIVEMESPORT).
Manchester United face a midfield setback as Chelsea and Paris Saint‑Germain have emerged as frontrunners for Brighton’s Carlos Baleba (source: TEAMtalk).
Liverpool’s forward Mohamed Salah is in talks with Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad, with his agent indicating a heightened openness to a move (source: Foot Mercato).
Arsenal and Liverpool are both eyeing AC Milan’s winger Christian Pulisic, creating pressure on the Italian club to secure a new contract (source: Tuttomercatoweb).
Scouts from Chelsea, PSG and Real Madrid have monitored Bournemouth’s forward Junior Kroupi as a potential Liverpool target (source: CaughtOffside).
Manchester City is prepared to offer €50 million (£43.5 million, $59.5 million) for Roma right‑back Wesley (source: Netfla).
Valencia centre‑back Hugo Fernández, aged 18, has attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United (source: Esportbase).
Aston Villa are weighing a £65 million ($88.8 million) acquisition of Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs‑White (source: TEAMtalk).
Crystal Palace may lower the asking price for striker Jean‑Philippe Mateta, with Manchester United discussing a deal under £30 million ($41 million) (source: Football Insider).
Defender Antonio Rüdiger is considering a Premier League return after his Real Madrid contract expires; talks involve Crystal Palace, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United, while Chelsea have ruled out a move (source: TEAMtalk).
Newcastle are prepared to sell striker Nick Woltemade after Bayern Munich expressed interest in a deal worth up to £40 million ($54.7 million) (source: Football Insider).
Arsenal’s striker Gabriel Jesus has emerged as a concrete target for AC Milan as the Italian club plans a summer rebuild (source: Tuttosport).
La Liga developments
Real Madrid’s anticipated €120 million bid for Vitinha underscores the club’s intent to reinforce its midfield ahead of the next campaign (source: Fichajes).
Conversely, Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has become Real Madrid’s “dream target,” with a potential £140 million (€160.9 million, $191.4 million) deal that could involve a swap featuring Eduardo Camavinga (source: Topskills Sports).
Atlético Madrid striker Julián Alvarez appears set on joining Barcelona, despite overtures from Arsenal and Chelsea (source: TEAMtalk).
Real Madrid may look to replace departing right‑back Dani Carvajal with options such as Tottenham’s Pedro Porro, Roma’s Wesley or Bayern Munich’s Konrad Laimer (source: Fichajes).
If Real Madrid secures left‑back Fran García, the club could target Borussia Dortmund’s left‑back Daniel Svensson (source: Defensa Central).
Barcelona are prepared to use “high‑profile” players, potentially Ronald Araujo, to lower the price for Tottenham centre‑back Cristian Romero (source: D Sports).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Premier League clubs are linked with Sandro Tonali?
Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is reported to be dismissing interest from Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United in favor of a move back to Serie A, where Juventus are leading the pursuit.
What is Real Madrid’s proposed bid for Vitinha?
Real Madrid is preparing a bid of €120 million (£104.5 million, $142.8 million) for PSG midfielder Vitinha at the end of the season.
Are there any notable young defenders attracting interest?
Valencia centre‑back Hugo Fernández, aged 18, is attracting attention from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United, while Borussia Dortmund’s left‑back Daniel Svensson could become a target for Real Madrid if they move on Fran García.
Which of these rumored moves could have the biggest impact on the clubs involved?