The January transfer window may be closing around Europe, but teams are looking ahead to the summer and there is plenty of gossip around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, arrivals, events and of course, done deals!
Top Story: Man Utd plot big move for Kolo Muani
Manchester United are considering a €120m bid to land the Frankfurt striker at Eintracht Randal Kolo MuaniBild said.
The 24-year-old has been in great form this season, but despite being linked with a potential move to Paris Saint-Germain, it has been reported that Erik ten Haag’s side could make a formal offer to sign him.
The Old Trafford hierarchy are on the lookout for a striker as they continue to look for long-term options. After parting ways with Cristiano Ronaldo in November, they have both been linked with the Tottenham Hotspur frontman. why harry As well as the Napoli star Victor OsimenBut it looks like Kolo Muani is now moving further up their short list of possible options.
Kolo Muani, capped five times for the France national team, has contributed 11 goals and 10 assists in 23 Bundesliga appearances this season.
Paper Gossip
– Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has made contact with the Manchester City midfielder Ilk Gundogan, reports AS. The 32-year-old Germany international looks set to be a priority signing for the La Liga side as they try to exploit the free agent market this summer, and the latest hint that Gundogan would be prepared to accept even lower wages. Moved to Camp Nou when his contract at the Etihad expired.
– There is still interest in the Manchester City attacking midfielder Bernardo Silva For Barcelona, Mundo Deportivo understands. It is known that The Blaugrana Keen to upgrade their midfield options in the summer, and Pep Guardiola willing to listen to offers if the 28-year-old wants to leave, Barca could return to make a move for him at the end of the season.
– AC Milan are interested in the Udinese midfielder Lazar Samardzik, Calciomercato publishes. The Rossoneri The Serie A club are said to be one of two clubs considering a move for him in the summer, following a number of impressive league performances this season. The 21-year-old star has contributed six goals in 25 matches this season.
– Manchester United are monitoring the status of the Ajax Amsterdam forward Amoricho Van Axel DongenAccording to Fabrizio Romano. It is understood that Erik ten Hag knows the 18-year-old from his time at Ajax and the Red Devils could make a move if a new deal is not agreed.
– Newcastle United are set to step up their pursuit of the Chelsea midfielder Mason Mt, writes Football Insider. With contract talks showing no sign of progress, the 24-year-old’s future at Stamford Bridge is starting to look more uncertain, and the Magpies are hopeful they can tempt the Blues to part ways with him for less in the summer. Fee to avoid losing him as a free agent.