The summer transfer window is closed for the major leagues in Europe. However, with an eye on January, there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Man Utd eye Mbappe as Ronaldo replacement
Manchester United want to replace Cristiano Ronaldo with Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe, according to the Mirror.
Ronaldo’s time at Old Trafford looks to be ending following his explosive interview from earlier this week, where he criticised the club and manager Erik ten Hag.
With sources telling ESPN that Ten Hag is recommending that Ronaldo shouldn’t play for United anymore, it now seems the Red Devils are setting their sights on PSG’s Mbappe.
United were reportedly looking to sign a new forward in the summer — when Ronaldo’s contract was set to end — but the fallout of his comments means it could become a January endeavour.
The club could have the financial capabilities to pay the £150 million or more that it would take to bring Mbappe from PSG, as well as paying his £500,000-per-week wages with significant performance-based bonuses. Mbappe extended his contract at PSG in the spring after constant links with Real Madrid.
Napoli‘s Victor Osimhen is also on United’s radar and possibly a more attainable option in January. Napoli, who remain unbeaten in Serie A going into the World Cup break, expect transfer offers for the Nigeria international when the winter window opens.
