Transfers & Leaks

Man United Join Race for Brighton’s Verbruggen

Bart Verbruggen (Brighton)
Summer 2025 (planned transfer window)

Manchester United have joined Bayern and Milan in the race to sign Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, who is valued at around £60 million. United are actively scouting replacements for Onana.
United have already contacted Brighton, who signed Verbruggen from Anderlecht for £17m in 2023. With a contract until 2028, Brighton are under no pressure to sell and are expected to hold out for a premium fee.

Al Nassr Offer Cristiano Ronaldo Two More Years

Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr
Summer 2025 (offer expiry)

Al Nassr have offered Ronaldo a two-year contract extension to continue beyond June 2025, when his current deal ends.
Despite turning 40, Ronaldo has 30 goals in 34 matches this season and previously hinted he could retire in “two or three years.” He’s open to staying.

Chelsea Lead Race for Ipswich Striker Delap

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
Summer 2025

Chelsea are leading the race to sign Liam Delap for £30m if Ipswich are relegated, with Manchester United also interested.
Delap is familiar to Maresca and Chelsea’s scouting lead Joe Shields. His Premier League-ready profile and 12-goal season make him a valuable target.

Pavlidis on Premier League Radar After 34 G/A Season

Vangelis Pavlidis (Benfica)
Summer 2025

Benfica striker Pavlidis is being tracked by Chelsea, Newcastle, and top La Liga clubs after notching 24 goals and 10 assists this season.
The Greek forward’s €100m release clause might not hold back a deal. Benfica are expected to negotiate a lower fee with several clubs circling.

Real Salt Lake in Talks for Boavista’s Bozeník

Róbert Bozeník (Boavista)
Ongoing

Real Salt Lake are nearing a deal for Bozeník as a Designated Player and are also lining up backups in case the move doesn’t materialize.
Negotiations are in advanced stages but pending final details. Bozeník’s move could boost RSL’s attack ahead of a busy MLS campaign.

Vinicius Set to Reject €1B Saudi Deal for New Real Madrid Contract

Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
Ongoing (final decision expected soon)

The Brazilian winger is poised to turn down a record-breaking €1 billion offer from the Saudi Pro League in favor of signing a new three- or four-year contract at Real Madrid. The offer included a €300 million transfer fee and long-term commitment.
Despite temptation and multiple meetings with Saudi representatives since September, Vinicius was unwilling to commit to the five-year term required. Real Madrid’s renewed offer, reportedly shorter and more aligned with his ambitions, is expected to be accepted.

Real Madrid Confident of Landing Trent as Salah, Van Dijk Expected to Stay

Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)
April 2025

Real Madrid remain confident of signing Trent Alexander-Arnold despite Liverpool’s optimism about retaining Mohamed Salah and Virgil Van Dijk. Madrid are preparing to contact Liverpool once an agreement is reached.
Liverpool are handling each contract renewal separately, based on data and player-specific circumstances. Madrid see Alexander-Arnold as a strategic long-term target, while strong optimism persists within Anfield regarding extensions for Salah and Van Dijk.

Roma, Napoli Compete for Bologna Defender Jhon Lucumí

Jhon Lucumí (Bologna)
April 2025

AS Roma and Napoli have expressed strong interest in signing Bologna’s Colombian center-back Jhon Lucumí, whose contract runs until 2026. Internazionale are also monitoring the situation.
The defender has impressed in Serie A, attracting interest from top Italian clubs. Bologna may consider offers this summer to avoid losing him on a free deal in the final contract year.

Napoli Set Sights on Garnacho and Sudakov for Summer Rebuild

Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United), Georgiy Sudakov (Shakhtar Donetsk)
April 2025

Napoli are targeting Manchester United’s Garnacho and Shakhtar’s Sudakov to bolster their squad. Garnacho was on their radar during the winter when Kvaratskhelia left for PSG, and Sudakov is seen as a versatile midfield solution.
Napoli want to inject youth and creativity into their team and believe both players could fit long-term. Garnacho’s situation may depend on United’s stance, while Sudakov is being scouted for his dual role as a No. 8/10.

Barcelona Face Saudi Competition in Luis Díaz Chase

Luis Díaz (Liverpool)
April 2025

Barcelona remain keen on signing Colombian winger Luis Díaz but are concerned a lucrative Saudi Pro League offer could derail their plans. The Blaugrana have been in contact with Díaz’s camp since last summer.
Despite continued interest from Barça, their financial constraints may leave the door open for a massive Saudi bid, making the player’s transfer to Camp Nou unlikely unless the situation changes.

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