Transfer Updates: Key Players in Demand as Contracts Expire

Vinicius Junior has informed Real Madrid that he will not be extending his contract, which is set to expire in the summer of 2027, due to a strained relationship with manager Xabi Alonso. This development has attracted the interest of Manchester United, Liverpool, and several other Premier League clubs.

In another transfer update, Liverpool has engaged in concrete discussions regarding a potential move for Bournemouth’s Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo, who is valued at £65 million due to his release clause.

Meanwhile, both Manchester United and Chelsea have been scouting RB Leipzig’s German midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, 19, as they look to strengthen their squads.

Marseille is also looking to initiate talks with Brighton for the permanent signing of Danish midfielder Matt O’Riley, who is 25 years old, aiming for a transaction in January.

European powerhouse AC Milan is reportedly planning a significant bid for Crystal Palace’s French striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, aged 28.

Should Atletico Madrid agree to sell or loan out Conor Gallagher, the 25-year-old England midfielder, Premier League clubs are expected to show significant interest in January.

Paris Saint-Germain has entered the competition with Real Madrid for Bayern Munich’s French defender Dayot Upamecano, 27, who is projected to become a free agent at the season’s conclusion.

Wolves’ Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes, aged 24, is reportedly intrigued by Manchester United’s interest and is open to a January transfer.

In a notable potential exit, Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 31, is expected to depart from Manchester City when his contract expires at the end of the season.

The race is on between Chelsea and Arsenal to secure the services of Marseille’s French striker Robinio Vaz, 18, who has a valuation between €20 million and €30 million (£17.6 million to £25.5 million).

Atletico Madrid is also contemplating a move for Marseille’s forward Mason Greenwood, who is currently valued at around £70 million.