Transfer Updates: Spurs Eye Schade, Real Madrid Pursue Schlotterbeck

Tottenham Hotspur is currently keeping a close watch on Brentford forward Kevin Schade, according to reports from Sky Germany. The 24-year-old Germany international is expected to seek new opportunities following this summer’s World Cup. Brentford has set a transfer value of approximately €50 million for Schade, although they remain hopeful of extending his contract beyond 2028. Several clubs continue to express interest in acquiring him.

In other news, Real Madrid is positioned as the frontrunner to sign Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck, as stated by Bild. Although Bayern Munich is also interested in the German international, they prefer to wait until 2027, by which time he could be a free agent. Dortmund is expected to demand a minimum fee of €50 million from any interested parties this summer, a price tag that is unlikely to deter Real Madrid, who are in search of a new defensive leader with veterans Antonio Rüdiger and David Alaba expected to depart.

Aston Villa has reached an agreement to secure 16-year-old forward Brian Madjo from Metz, according to Fabrizio Romano. A fee of €12 million has been settled for the England Under-17 international, who recently switched his allegiance from Luxembourg. Madjo is scheduled for a medical examination shortly and is poised to sign a five-year contract at Villa Park upon finalization of the move. He has already made five appearances for Metz in Ligue 1 this season.

Leeds United is set to intensify their pursuit of Union Berlin defender Danilho Doekhi, as reported by TEAMtalk. The Dutch defender is eager to make the transition to Elland Road after a standout season in the Bundesliga, where he has scored six goals in 18 appearances. While Doekhi is keen to finalize the move this month, Leeds are willing to adopt a “waiting game” to secure a more favorable deal later on.

Sevilla remains interested in signing Everton right-back Nathan Patterson, according to Sky Sports. The Toffees are open to sanctioning a loan move this month, as Patterson aims for a spot in Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 24-year-old is also being followed by Lazio and Bologna, who may compete with Sevilla for his signature.

In further developments, Arsenal and AC Milan have inquired about the availability of Borussia Dortmund center-back Roméo Ritter, 17, who is contracted until 2027. Meanwhile, Brentford right-back Michael Kayode, 21, known for his long throws, has attracted the attention of Manchester City.

Tottenham will postpone decisions regarding Palhinha’s long-term future until summer, having the option to make his loan from Bayern Munich permanent for €25 million. Wolves are determined to retain England youth international Mateus Mané, asserting he is not for sale at any price. Celtic is exploring the possibility of re-signing striker Kyōgo Furuhashi from Birmingham City, while striker Patrick Bamford is expected to accept a contract offer from Sheffield United, keeping him at the club until the end of the season.

Additionally, Galatasaray has initiated contact with Paris Saint-Germain regarding a move for midfielder Fabián Ruiz. Torino is targeting Lazio goalkeeper Chrīstos Mandas and expects to make contact for a deal soon. Talks between Nice and Fiorentina regarding midfielder Amir Richardson have stalled, and Genoa is on the brink of signing Al Nassr goalkeeper Bento after fending off competition from West Ham United.