Barcelona’s Bold Transfer Plans: Major Player Swap in the works
Barcelona is reportedly pursuing an ambitious transfer strategy that could involve a high-profile player exchange. The club is targeting AC Milan star Rafael Leão, and is said to be willing to offer Ronald Araújo plus €15 million to make the deal happen. This move comes as they look to beat Bayern Munich to Leão’s signature.
In the Premier League, several top clubs are engaged in transfer battles:
- Bryan Mbeumo could be headed to Tottenham, with Spurs possibly hijacking Manchester United’s pursuit. Brentford boss Thomas Frank, a candidate for the Spurs managerial role, is reportedly keen on bringing Mbeumo with him.
- Victor Osimhen has turned down a €75 million offer from Saudi Arabia, keeping Premier League giants Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United in contention for the striker, currently on loan at Galatasaray.
- Hugo Ekitiké remains a target for Liverpool, especially with Chelsea hesitant due to the striker’s €100 million price tag.
- Manchester United are pushing to finalize a €60 million move for Viktor Gyökeres, as Arsenal’s interest in the Sporting CP forward wanes in favor of Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig.
- Jack Grealish could be on his way to Everton, with Manchester City open to selling the midfielder.
- Arsenal have opened talks with West Ham over Mohammed Kudus, but are unlikely to meet his £84 million release clause.
- The Gunners are also monitoring Kenan Yildiz of Juventus, though he is expected to renew his contract.
Elsewhere:
- Paris Saint-Germain are still pursuing Illya Zabarnyi of Bournemouth.
- Real Madrid’s Theo Hernández has yet to agree to terms with Al Hilal, which may allow Los Blancos to swoop in.
- Marc-André ter Stegen is attracting interest from Manchester United, while Chelsea now favor Mike Maignan.
- AC Milan are reportedly interested in both Luka Modrić and Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid.
