The Red Devils are reportedly planning a January bid for Nottingham Forest standout Elliot Anderson, while the Reds are rumored to be considering a move for Brighton’s midfield talent, Carlos Baleba. Follow along for the most recent transfer updates and speculation from around the footballing world.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Word on the street is that Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson has become a primary target for Manchester United in the January transfer window, as reported by TEAMtalk. Given the perceived difficulties in securing winter deals for Brighton & Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, Anderson is being viewed as a viable solution to address United’s current issues in the center of the pitch. It’s believed that Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim will be given the financial backing needed to pursue Anderson, with a potential fee of around £70 million being mentioned. However, Forest may be reluctant to part ways with him, especially given his impressive performances at the beginning of the campaign. The 22-year-old recently received his first international cap for England, playing a key role in two FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Andorra and Serbia.
– Whispers suggest that Liverpool could be joining the pursuit of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, according to TEAMtalk reports. The Cameroon international has been prominently linked to Manchester United throughout the summer, but sources now indicate that their Premier League rivals are also closely monitoring his development. It is unlikely that a January move for Baleba will be approved, as Brighton are reportedly “extremely hesitant” to let him leave during the season. Nevertheless, it is speculated that an offer exceeding £100 million might be sufficient to finalize a deal for the promising 21-year-old next summer.
– Gazzetta dello Sport indicates that AC Milan is formulating a plan to acquire Udinese defender Thomas Kristensen for €15 million in January. The towering 6-foot-6 Denmark international has made a notable impact this season, and Milan scouts are expected to be present at their upcoming match to observe him closely. Kristensen, aged 23, was also on the radar of Aston Villa during the summer, although the Premier League club did not submit an official offer. He is currently contracted with Udinese until June 2028.
– The Daily Telegraph reports that Manchester United opted against pursuing goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma before he ultimately signed with Manchester City. Donnarumma, now 26, made the move from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of approximately £26 million over the summer. However, the comprehensive financial package, including his wages, was estimated to be around £130 million, which proved to be too costly for United.
– Football Insider suggests that Newcastle United continues to hold interest in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. While it is improbable that the Red Devils would approve a loan deal in January, sources believe that a “substantial” offer for a permanent transfer could potentially alter their position. Mainoo is prioritizing consistent first-team opportunities this season, with an eye on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mainoo, 20, was notably absent from Thomas Tuchel’s most recent England squad.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Barcelona is reportedly setting its sights on acquiring Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane in the upcoming summer transfer window. The Catalan club is also keen on bringing his teammate, defender Dayot Upamecano, to the club during the same period. (El Nacional)
– However, it is understood that Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is not being considered as a potential alternative to Kane. (Bild)
– Real Madrid and Chelsea are allegedly intensifying their interest in AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, 19, amid reported interest from Barcelona and Manchester United. (Defensa Central)
– It has been suggested that Vinicius Junior is “unhappy” after being omitted from the Real Madrid lineup mid-week, and a departure “cannot be ruled out” should the situation deteriorate further. Negotiations regarding a new contract have reportedly been paused in recent months, with his current deal set to expire in 2027. (AS)
– Despite acquiring Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alvaro Carreras to bolster their defensive options this summer, Arsenal center back William Saliba is supposedly being considered as a potential target for Real Madrid in 2026. While there are “various names under consideration,” Saliba is reportedly among them, with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté identified as a “lower-cost alternative” due to his contract expiring next year. (AS)
– Reports indicate that Real Madrid is scouting Inter Milan striker Francesco Pio Esposito, who has drawn comparisons to Joselu within the club. (Defensa Central)
– Word is that Jordan Pickford is “progressing towards” extending his contract with Everton. The England international’s current deal is set to expire in June 2027, but following a strong start to the new Premier League season, an extension is now considered probable. (Nicolo Schira)
– Charlotte FC winger Kerwin Vargas is reportedly attracting attention from the City Football Group. However, with the 23-year-old contracted until 2027, Charlotte is said to be in a “strong negotiating position” at this time. (TEAMtalk)
– It is believed that Liverpool is “more inclined” to pursue Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi next summer on a free transfer, rather than attempt a move in January for a reduced fee, after a late £35m bid in the summer was unsuccessful. (Football Insider)
– Internazionale are said to be monitoring Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier as a potential free-agent option for 2026. (Ekrem Konur)
– An Internazionale scout was also reportedly present at Friday night’s match between Lecce and Cagliari to assess goalkeeper Elia Caprile. (Nicolo Schira)
– Juventus’s promising youngster Vasilije Adzic was reportedly approached by Sassuolo, Palermo, and Genoa regarding a potential loan move during the summer transfer window. (Tuttomercatoweb)
– Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has stated that midfielder Yves Bissouma still has a place in the club’s future plans, despite his limited appearances so far this season. (Sky Sports News)
– Reports suggest that West Ham United have “made inquiries” regarding Nuno Espírito Santo as a possible replacement for manager Graham Potter. (TalkSPORT)
