Paul Pogba
April 2025
Free agent Paul Pogba remains focused on returning to European football despite MLS interest, notably from D.C. United, who hold his discovery rights. Talks with multiple clubs are ongoing.
Pogba, recently cleared to play after an 18-month doping ban, has attracted interest from clubs in France, Italy, Spain, and the U.S., but hopes to play Champions League football to earn a France recall for the 2026 World Cup.
Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
Summer 2025 (Upcoming Transfer Window)
Chelsea are targeting a summer move for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, though Villa are reluctant to sell their 22-year-old star performer who has scored 14 goals this season.
Financial pressure from missing Champions League qualification could force Villa to consider offers, despite Rogers signing a new contract until 2030 last November.
Daniel Peretz (Bayern Munich)
Summer 2025
Eintracht Frankfurt are considering signing Bayern Munich’s Daniel Peretz, who has struggled for game time this season.
Bayern are open to either loaning Peretz or selling him permanently with a buy-back clause as part of long-term planning.
Franco Mastantuono (River Plate)
April 2025
PSG have prioritized signing 17-year-old midfield star Franco Mastantuono, entering direct negotiations with River Plate.
Despite River’s hope to keep Mastantuono for 18 more months, PSG are pushing to secure a deal amid heavy European competition.
Ibrahim Maza (Hertha Berlin > Bayer Leverkusen)
April 2025
Bayer Leverkusen finalized a €12m deal to sign 19-year-old Ibrahim Maza after his breakout season in 2. Bundesliga with Hertha Berlin.
Maza, who also attracted German club interest, is expected to bring versatility to Bayer’s attack, having contributed 10 goals this campaign.
Paul Pogba > D.C. United
April 2025
2018 World Cup winner Paul Pogba is negotiating a potential MLS move to D.C. United after an 18-month doping ban sidelined him from professional football since September 2023.
D.C. United hold Pogba’s discovery rights in MLS, and discussions are ongoing though a finalized deal is not imminent.
Andrea Cambiaso (Juventus)
April 2025
Manchester City are preparing another approach for Andrea Cambiaso after tracking the Juventus full-back throughout the season.
Cambiaso has established himself as a regular for Juventus, making 39 appearances across all competitions during the current campaign.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
April 2025
Manchester United could target Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta if their move for Ipswich’s Liam Delap fails, with Mateta scoring 16 goals this season.
Mateta also impressed for France’s U23s at the Paris Olympics, making him a strong alternative striking option for United’s summer plans.
Kenan Yildiz (Juventus)
April 2025
Chelsea are stepping up efforts to sign Kenan Yildiz, but Juventus want up to €100 million for the 19-year-old, who has scored six goals and two assists this season.
Juventus could be forced to consider selling if they fail to qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League; Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City and Man United are also interested.
