Transfer News: Manchester United and Chelsea Eye Key Players

omidbasir- Manchester United is reportedly keen on acquiring AFC Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, with intentions to offer him his preferred squad number, 24, currently held by goalkeeper André Onana, who is on loan at Trabzonspor. Semenyo has made an impression this season, scoring six goals and providing three assists in the Premier League, attracting interest from several clubs, including Liverpool. The Ghana international has a £60 million release clause that will activate in January.

Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing between Bayern Munich and center-back Dayot Upamecano regarding a contract extension, amid interest from various European clubs including Chelsea, Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Internazionale. If an agreement cannot be reached, Bayern is expected to pursue alternative targets such as Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck or Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi.

In other developments, Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly tracking Real Madrid striker Gonzalo García, exploring potential loan options for the 21-year-old, who has made 10 first-team appearances this season. Real Madrid has yet to decide on his future, considering the need for additional attacking depth.

Inter Milan may struggle to secure a deal for Roma midfielder Manu Koné, deemed essential by manager Gian Piero Gasperini. Despite ongoing interest, the Giallorossi have no intentions of parting ways with the 24-year-old, especially with Roma currently leading the Serie A table.

Liverpool is contemplating an offer of £25 million for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, a 19-year-old Netherlands U21 international who has contributed to four goals in 12 Eredivisie matches this season. However, competition for his signature may arise from Real Madrid, Barcelona, Newcastle United, and Borussia Dortmund.

Additional transfer updates include Liverpool’s commitment to manager Arne Slot amid poor form, interest from Chelsea, Arsenal, and Barcelona in Nottingham Forest defender Murillo, and Arsenal and Manchester United monitoring Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay’s situation. Newcastle is preparing to sign a striker ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, while Manchester United seeks to offer Casemiro a new contract at a reduced salary. Fiorentina and Real Betis have expressed interest in Botafogo defender David Ricardo, with a potential offer of €8 million on the horizon. Lastly, Everton plans to retain midfielder James Garner despite Nottingham Forest’s interest, and Bundesliga clubs are eyeing Verona right-back Rafik Belghali.