Transfers & Leaks

Fullkrug exit stalls as Wolfsburg wait on new sporting director sign off

Niclas Fullkrug
December 2025

West Ham are ready to sell out of favour striker Niclas Fullkrug and have a broad agreement with Wolfsburg, but the move is on hold while the Bundesliga club complete their sporting department reshuffle and formally install Pirmin Schwegler as sporting director. Fullkrug has struggled with injuries and system fit since joining from Borussia Dortmund and is now surplus to requirements, with West Ham keen to recover funds and free wages. Wolfsburg see him as a key reinforcement, yet no major signings can be approved until Schwegler officially takes charge, leaving the deal in limbo and inviting rival interest.

United revive long running Ramos pursuit with free transfer proposal

Sergio Ramos
December 2025

Manchester United have reportedly made an offer to sign Sergio Ramos on a free transfer following his exit from Monterrey, with the 39 year old eyeing one last European chapter after seven goals in 32 games and a strong defensive stint in Mexico. Ramos has confirmed he is leaving Monterrey and is prioritising a European return, reviving a link with United that dates back to serious talks in 2015 and a failed proposal in 2023. United are early favourites, though negotiations are at an initial stage and no agreement on terms has been reached.

Roma move for Zirkzee as Ferguson loan heads for early end

Joshua Zirkzee
December 2025

Roma have opened talks with Manchester United over a January move for Joshua Zirkzee, with the club ready to cut short Evan Ferguson’s disappointing loan after just one goal in 14 games and reshape their forward line for the second half of the season. Sporting director Frederic Massara has approval from the Friedkin Group and plans a UK visit to push a loan deal with option to buy, while United prefer either a permanent sale or an obligation. Zirkzee is keen to return to Serie A, where his link play and movement suit Gasperini’s forward-focused system.

Salah offered early Egypt link-up as January Liverpool exit deemed unlikely

Mohamed Salah
December 2025

Mohamed Salah has been given the option to join Egypt’s camp earlier than scheduled amid outrage over his “thrown under the bus” comments about Liverpool, yet despite the fallout and speculation over Saudi or Turkish bids, a transfer in the January window is currently viewed as very unlikely. Following a third straight benching and unused substitute role at Leeds, Salah publicly complained of broken promises and a lost relationship with Slot, but with AFCON duty imminent and his contract still fresh, the immediate focus is shifting toward international commitments rather than forcing a mid season move.

Saudi side Neom launch €100m bid for Greenwood as United eye huge sell-on payday

Mason Greenwood
December 2025

Manchester United could receive a significant windfall after reports that Saudi side Neom Sports Club have lodged a one hundred million euro bid for Marseille forward Mason Greenwood, a move that would activate their fifty per cent sell on clause from his 2024 departure. Greenwood has followed last season’s joint Golden Boot in Ligue 1 with eleven goals across competitions, drawing interest from Barcelona, Juventus and others, while Neom reportedly see his output and temperament in big games as ideal to lead their project and justify a record outlay.

Liverpool line up Rodrygo as potential Salah successor

Rodrygo|
December 2025

Liverpool are weighing a January move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo as they prepare for the possibility of Mohamed Salah leaving, identifying the Brazilian as a versatile right sided attacker who could reshape their frontline if a major offer from abroad forces Salah’s exit. Salah has hinted Brighton at Anfield could be his Liverpool farewell before Africa Cup of Nations duty, amid strong interest from Saudi Arabia and Galatasaray, while Rodrygo’s reduced minutes under Xabi Alonso and a reported seventy million euro valuation keep negotiations possible.

Atletico join Chelsea in chase for Strasbourg star Barco

Valentin Barco
December 2025

Atletico Madrid have joined Chelsea in the race for Strasbourg full back Valentin Barco, whose revival in Ligue 1 after difficult spells at Brighton and Sevilla has made the versatile Argentine one of the most sought after young left sided players in Europe. Strasbourg plan to resist most offers after turning Barco’s loan into a permanent deal, while Atletico lean on their strong Argentine links and Chelsea revisit long standing interest, setting up a potential bidding war if the French club eventually soften their stance.

Reguilon lined up as Alba successor as Inter Miami move into post-MLS Cup era

Jordi Alba
December 2025

Inter Miami are set to replace retiring left-back Jordi Alba with free agent Sergio Reguilon, with the Spaniard spotted in Miami and a deal described in Spain as close after Alba bowed out by lifting the MLS Cup alongside Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets. Reguilon has been without a club since leaving Tottenham in 2025, maintaining fitness through individual work ahead of an expected January return, and is seen by Inter Miami as an experienced, possession-friendly full-back who can slot straight into Alba’s role for the 2026 MLS season.

Agent admits Wharton wants Champions League amid Manchester United interest

Adam Wharton
December 2025

Adam Wharton’s agent has admitted the Crystal Palace midfielder ultimately wants Champions League football, acknowledging that a move away from Selhurst Park is likely one day amid growing interest from Manchester United and other elite clubs ahead of the 2026 transfer window. Co-owner Steve Parish stressed Palace will only sell for a huge fee, pointing to Wharton’s long contract, focus on regular minutes and England ambitions, while accepting it is unsurprising major sides admire an “extraordinary talent” who could reach Europe either with Palace or elsewhere.

Arsenal land Ecuadorian wonderkid twins Edwin and Holger Quintero

Arsenal
December 2025

Arsenal have agreed future deals to sign Ecuadorian twins Edwin and Holger Quintero from Independiente del Valle, confirming the 16-year-olds will officially join in August 2027 when they turn 18 as part of the club’s aggressive push to secure elite teenage talent early. The Gunners beat major European rivals after tracking the pair for over a year, with winger Edwin likened to a young Neymar and playmaker Holger seen as a creative No.10, pointing to the pathway blazed by Nwaneri, Lewis-Skelly and Dowman as proof of opportunity.

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