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    Manchester United close in on Cristian Orozco as next long term midfield project

    Cristian Orozco
    November 2025

    Manchester United are set to sign Fortaleza teenager Cristian Orozco as part of their youth focused rebuild, with Fabrizio Romano reporting the defensive midfielder will travel to England shortly to finalise a transfer that will see him officially join the club once he turns 18 in June 2026. United will pay around one million dollars to Fortaleza, continuing Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s push for high upside prospects instead of costly superstars. Orozco follows earlier moves for Diego Leon and Sekou Kone as United plan for life after Casemiro while Mainoo struggles for minutes under Ruben Amorim, putting long term succession planning at the heart of their recruitment.

    Dortmund under pressure as Nico Schlotterbeck stalls on new deal

    Nico Schlotterbeck
    November 2025

    Borussia Dortmund face a growing dilemma over Nico Schlotterbeck as the defender hesitates over a new deal while Bayern Munich and Liverpool circle, leaving the club worried they could lose a key centre back despite offering him a pay rise and possible captaincy in future seasons. Schlotterbeck’s contract runs until 2027 yet talks have stalled, driven by doubts about Dortmund’s long term title prospects and style of play after he said the team must play more football. Kovac insists he can only show appreciation while Sebastian Kehl wants the situation resolved by Christmas to avoid destabilising the squad.

    Manchester United track Robinho’s son at Santos

    Robinho’s son
    November 2025

    Manchester United are tracking Robinho’s teenage son at Santos and are open to a future move, with the youngster already earning first-team minutes in Brazil and generating wider European interest despite no formal offers yet arriving at the club ahead of the January window. The attacker has featured in 14 senior games, produced two assists and impressed coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda with composure, especially in a derby start against Palmeiras. United face competition from Inter, Espanyol and Galatasaray, and may delay a bid until timing suits all parties.

    Shaun Wright-Phillips urges Chelsea to break the bank for Malick Thiaw

    Malick Thiaw
    November 2025

    Shaun Wright-Phillips has urged Chelsea to make Malick Thiaw their top January target, arguing the Newcastle centre-back is worth a huge outlay after emerging as one of Eddie Howe’s most reliable defenders and a long-term solution for a fragile back line. The former Chelsea winger points to Thiaw’s rise from Schalke to AC Milan and now Newcastle, noting his consistency, age and adaptability. He concedes any deal would be extremely difficult given contract length and importance, but insists Chelsea must still test Newcastle’s resolve.

    Agent tips “spectacular” Ederson for cut-price move in 2026

    Ederson
    November 2025

    Manchester United’s long-running pursuit of Atalanta midfielder Ederson has been handed encouragement after his agent Andre Cury suggested the Brazilian could be available for €30–40 million in 2026, roughly half the fee Serie A side previously wanted for the in-demand all-rounder. Cury claims Atalanta once valued Ederson between €60m and €75m but may now cut their price as his contract winds down, describing him as a “spectacular” player with some of Europe’s best midfield statistics, while suitors such as Liverpool continue to monitor his situation.

    Vinicius edges towards new Real deal after Alonso truce

    Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid)
    November 2025

    Vinicius Jr has eased his stance in renewal talks and is now close to accepting Real Madrid’s reduced salary offer, stepping back from initial demands to match Kylian Mbappe’s pay as the club pushes to secure his long-term future before 2027. Earlier, negotiations froze amid tension with Xabi Alonso as Vinicius bristled at substitutions, clashed during El Clasico and led a small disgruntled group, but a dressing-room apology and public embrace after the 4-3 win at Olympiacos have reset relations and unlocked progress.

    Boca plot ambitious Verratti swoop for 2026 Libertadores push

    Marco Verratt
    November 2025

    Boca Juniors are exploring a shock move for Marco Verratti as they plan a star-studded squad for their 2026 Copa Libertadores return, with president Juan Roman Riquelme sounding out the Italian midfielder about leaving Al Duhail before his contract expires in 2026. After injury-hit spells in Qatar and talks with Serie A clubs, Verratti has discussed a Buenos Aires move with former PSG teammates Cavani, Herrera and Paredes. Riquelme has opened direct dialogue, even courting Verratti’s wife, as Boca target a veteran core to drive a new “Euro Boca” era.

    Bayern push to keep Upamecano as free transfer giants circle

    Dayot Upamecano
    November 2025

    Bayern sporting director Max Eberl is trying to persuade Dayot Upamecano to sign a new contract rather than leave on a free next summer, with Real Madrid, Liverpool and PSG monitoring the 27-year-old defender’s situation ahead of potential negotiations from January. Eberl says Bayern have made a strong offer but insists the decision must be about the “overall package” and not just money, calling Upamecano one of the world’s best centre-backs and describing an extension as an “internal king transfer”, while the player remains non-committal in public.

    European giants circle as Stuttgart brace for bids on Angelo Stiller

    Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart)
    November 2025

    Stuttgart playmaker Angelo Stiller is attracting serious interest from Real Madrid, Manchester United, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund after an outstanding season, although sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth insists there have been no formal offers and says it is too early to speculate. Wohlgemuth acknowledged that Stiller’s performances and potential World Cup prospects naturally draw heavyweight attention, but stressed the midfielder remains under contract and that Stuttgart are simply enjoying his influence for now while accepting that elite clubs will keep him under close watch.

    Amorim warns Mainoo and Zirkzee that United’s needs override World Cup ambitions

    Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
    November 2025

    Ruben Amorim has reiterated that Manchester United will prioritise the club’s needs when assessing January moves for Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, despite both fringe players being linked with exits to gain minutes before the 2026 World Cup. Amorim said he understands their frustration and World Cup ambitions from his own playing days, but stressed that the team comes first, making clear he will only sanction departures that also help United and will otherwise keep them as depth options.

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