Liverpool are among several top European clubs monitoring Dayot Upamecano, with the France international’s contract at Bayern Munich set to expire next summer. However, Real Madrid are also showing interest in the 26-year-old defender. (Source: Bild – German, subscription required)
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen to make Joao Palhinha’s loan move permanent. The 30-year-old Portuguese midfielder has impressed since joining from Bayern Munich earlier this season. (Source: Talksport)
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brazilian club Fortaleza to sign highly rated Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco, 17. The deal will be completed once he turns 18 in July. (Source: The Athletic)
United are also pursuing Charlie Hardy, a 16-year-old goalkeeper from Derby County, as part of their youth recruitment drive. (Source: The Sun)
Bayern Munich are preparing to offer Nicolas Jackson a long-term deal. The 24-year-old Senegalese striker, currently on loan from Chelsea, has impressed in the Bundesliga. (Source: Bild – German, subscription required)
Meanwhile, Chelsea reportedly opted not to rival Manchester City for Gianluigi Donnarumma this summer, with long-term plans to pursue Mike Maignan, AC Milan’s 30-year-old French goalkeeper. (Source: Teamtalk)
Manchester United are also reportedly showing renewed interest in Frenkie de Jong. The 28-year-old Barcelona and Netherlands midfielder has emerged as a key target once again. (Source: Football Insider)
Back at Anfield, Liverpool are working to extend Ibrahima Konate’s contract. The 26-year-old French defender has attracted attention from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City. (Source: TBR Football)
Arsenal are eyeing a double swoop on Real Sociedad, with a proposed €75m (£65.6m) bid for Takefusa Kubo (24, Japan winger) and Lucien Agoume (23, French defender). (Source: Fichajes – Spanish)
Finally, Newcastle United are keeping tabs on Eduardo Camavinga. The 22-year-old Real Madrid midfielder is reportedly considering his future at the Spanish club. (Source: Football Insider)
