Barcelona is making a move for RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo, who has caught the attention of many top clubs with his performances at Euro 2024. The Catalan club has submitted a six-year contract offer to Olmo’s representatives, with a plan to pay his full release clause of €60 million. Negotiations are in progress, and Barcelona is hoping to finalize the deal before the release clause changes. However, they face competition from Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Atletico Madrid for the 26-year-old’s signature.
Newcastle United has reached out to Chelsea regarding a potential move for winger Noni Madueke. The 22-year-old is seen as a more realistic option for the Magpies than other targets like Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville. Chelsea is looking to offload fringe players to make room for new signings, and Eddie Howe sees potential in Madueke, who was signed from PSV in 2023.
Mainz’s Approach for Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting
Former Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is a free agent after leaving the Bavarian club and is being pursued by Mainz. The 35-year-old previously played for Mainz from 2011 to 2014 and is now considering his options after scoring 19 goals in 88 games for Bayern. West Ham United and Inter Milan are also interested in signing the experienced striker.
Napoli is in search of a new striker to replace Victor Osimhen and has set their sights on Romelu Lukaku. The Belgian international is keen on joining Napoli and talks have begun between the club and Lukaku’s current team, Chelsea. Chelsea is looking to recoup €40m for Lukaku, which could hinge on Osimhen’s potential move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Manchester United’s Interest in Adrien Rabiot
Manchester United is looking to strengthen their squad by chasing after Adrien Rabiot, who is a free agent after departing Juventus. L’Equipe reports that United is also pursuing Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of €70m. Rabiot is said to be interested in a move to the Premier League, and negotiations are underway to make the transfer happen.
Aston Villa is eyeing Athletic Club’s Nico Williams to bolster their attacking options. Manager Unai Emery is considering making a bid for the 22-year-old winger, adding to their recent acquisition of Jaden Philogene. However, Villa may need to sell Jhon Durán to fund the move and fend off competition from other European clubs interested in Williams.
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