The transfer market may have closed, but clubs across Europe are already making plans for the next window. Crystal Palace’s attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze has caught the eye of several top clubs, including Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United. According to reports, Eze has a release clause of £68 million that can be activated next year. Despite interest from other clubs, Crystal Palace is keen on retaining Eze but may have to face the reality of losing him if the release clause is triggered.
Chelsea’s transfer department is working tirelessly to offload five players in the upcoming transfer windows. One of the notable names on the list is Ben Chilwell, who has fallen out of favor with new manager Enzo Maresca. Alongside Chilwell, forwards David Datro Fofana and Deivid Washington, as well as Harvey Vale and Alex Matos, are also on the club’s exit list. Chelsea is looking to revamp their squad and make room for new signings in the near future.
Former Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot has been on the lookout for a new club since his contract expired in the summer. Recent reports suggest that Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr has made Rabiot an offer worth €20 million per season. Rabiot’s future remains uncertain, but Al Nassr’s proposal could be a tempting offer for the experienced midfielder to consider as he looks for his next career move.
Newcastle United is taking a different approach to the transfer market, refusing to succumb to inflated demands from other clubs. The Magpies recently walked away from negotiations with Crystal Palace over centre-back Marc Guéhi due to an asking price of £70 million. Newcastle is focusing on a long-term strategy to identify and acquire players who can strengthen their squad without overspending in the market.
Ajax’s attempt to sign Southampton winger Kamaldeen Sulemana has hit a roadblock, as the Eredivisie side failed to complete the deal before the transfer deadline. Sulemana was earmarked as a potential replacement for Steven Bergwijn, who recently moved to Al Ittihad. However, due to a late submission of paperwork, Ajax will have to wait until January to revisit the possibility of signing the talented young winger.
PAOK is in talks with former Olympiacos and Salernitana centre-back Kostas Manolas, who is currently a free agent. The 33-year-old defender has attracted interest from several clubs, including AS Roma. Negotiations are ongoing, and PAOK is looking to secure Manolas’ services to bolster their defensive lineup. After his contract expiration in June, Manolas is eager to return to the top flight of Greek football and make an impact in the upcoming season.
The transfer market in European football continues to be active even after the deadline has passed. Clubs are already planning for the future and looking to strengthen their squads in the upcoming windows. With rumors circulating and deals in the pipeline, football fans can expect more exciting transfer news in the months to come.
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