Transfer News Update: Manchester United and Chelsea Eye Key Players

omidbasir- Manchester United is reportedly interested in luring AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo to Old Trafford. According to the Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils are keen on securing the services of the 25-year-old, who has impressed this season with six goals and three assists in the Premier League. United is willing to accommodate his preference for the No. 24 squad number, currently held by goalkeeper André Onana, who is on loan at Trabzonspor. Semenyo is believed to have a £60 million release clause that becomes active in January, attracting interest from various Premier League clubs, including Liverpool.

Meanwhile, Chelsea is monitoring the contract negotiations between Bayern Munich and center-back Dayot Upamecano, as reported by Bild. The Bundesliga champions are facing interest from multiple European clubs, including Real Madrid and Liverpool, regarding Upamecano’s situation. Should an agreement on new terms not be reached, Bayern may consider pursuing alternatives such as Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck or Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi.

In other transfer news, Real Madrid striker Gonzalo García is being pursued by Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion, according to Football Insider. Both Premier League clubs have reportedly initiated discussions for a potential loan move for the 21-year-old, who has made ten appearances for Los Blancos this season. Madrid has yet to decide on his future, weighing the possibility of retaining him for added attacking depth.

Inter Milan faces challenges in acquiring Roma midfielder Manu Koné, as Fabrizio Romano notes. The 24-year-old is deemed essential by manager Gian Piero Gasperini, and Roma is not inclined to let him depart as they lead Serie A.

Liverpool is considering a £25 million offer for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, Football Insider reports. The 19-year-old has contributed to four goals in 12 Eredivisie matches this season and is attracting interest from several clubs, including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Newcastle United, and Borussia Dortmund.

Additionally, it is reported that Liverpool will not part ways with manager Arne Slot despite recent performance issues. Meanwhile, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Barcelona are interested in Nottingham Forest defender Murillo, and Arsenal and Manchester United are keeping an eye on Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay. Newcastle is preparing to bolster its attacking options in January, while Manchester United is looking to offer midfielder Casemiro a new contract at a reduced salary. Other clubs, including Fiorentina and Real Betis, are also interested in Botafogo defender David Ricardo, with potential offers in the region of €8 million expected soon.