Transfer Market Update: Key Player Movements and Interest

Vinicius Junior has informed Real Madrid that he will not extend his contract, which is set to expire in the summer of 2027, due to a strained relationship with manager Xabi Alonso. This decision has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Liverpool, who are monitoring his situation closely.

Liverpool has also engaged in serious discussions regarding a transfer for Bournemouth and Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo, 25, and is aware of his £65 million release clause.

In further transfer news, Manchester United and Chelsea have been scouting RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, 19. Additionally, Marseille is keen to initiate talks with Brighton to secure a permanent deal for Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley, 25, in January.

AC Milan has plans to make a significant move for Crystal Palace and France striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, 28. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher, a former Chelsea player, is likely to attract offers from Premier League clubs in January, should Atletico agree to sell or loan him out.

Paris Saint-Germain has joined Real Madrid in the pursuit of Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano, 27, who is expected to become a free agent at the end of the season. Furthermore, Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, 24, is reportedly interested in a January move to Manchester United.

Bernardo Silva, 31, is anticipated to depart Manchester City when his contract concludes at the season’s end. The competition between Chelsea and Arsenal is heating up as they vie for Marseille striker Robinio Vaz, 18, who is valued between €20-30 million (£17.6-25.5 million).

Lastly, Atletico Madrid is contemplating a move for Mason Greenwood, 24, from Marseille, with the English forward’s valuation around £70 million.