Real Madrid are discussing a move for Real Sociedad midfielder and Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi, while Juventus want to secure the future of U.S. men’s national team midfielder Weston McKennie ahead of planned contract talks. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Real Madrid are exploring a move for Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi, according to The Athletic. Discussions are reported to have taken place with the 26-year-old’s representatives as Santiago Bernabeu hierarchy view him as a potential future successor for Luka Modric. The LaLiga club could rival Arsenal for Zubimendi, who turned down a move to Liverpool in the summer after they intended to activate his £50 million release clause. He has made 21 league appearances this season, in which the Erreala find themselves in 11th position in the table.
– Contract talks have been planned between Juventus and the representatives of U.S. men’s national team midfielder Weston McKennie, reports Tuttosport. The Bianconeri are believed to be keen to hand the 26-year-old a new deal to secure his future until the summer of 2028, with manager Thiago Motta viewing him as an important part of the club’s future project. McKennie has made 26 appearances across all competitions this season, establishing himself as a key player for his new head coach.
– Manchester United and Manchester City are interested in Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, reports TeamTalk. Both sides are reported to be set to continue sending scouts to watch the 21-year-old, while Newcastle are also keeping tabs on his situation. It is believed that the Eagles are braced to receive offers for his signature, but they will allow him to leave Selhurst Park only for a significant transfer fee, with no release clause in his current contract that isn’t set to expire until the summer of 2029.
– The release clause in the new contract of Wolves forward Matheus Cunha is worth £62 million, according to the Daily Mail. Multiple clubs are reported to be tracking the 25-year-old following a run of impressive performances this season, and it is said there are “no restrictions” on which teams can activate the clause when it becomes active in the summer. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur are all believed to be among those watching him, but more clubs are expected to join the chase with no negotiation required over a transfer fee.
– Free agent midfielder Paul Pogba would prefer to remain in Europe despite interest from the Saudi Pro League and MLS clubs, says Nicolo Schira. It is said that the 31-year-old has received offers from both leagues, but it looks as though he is set to dismiss their interest, with Marseille one of the clubs reportedly “at the window” for his services. Pogba was released by Juventus in November and is able to return to action next month, when he will complete his adjusted 18 month suspension for doping.
