The summer transfer window is buzzing with activity as several top European clubs are vying for new talents. Manchester United are actively pursuing Adrien Rabiot, with discussions underway to bring the French midfielder to Old Trafford. Rabiot’s contract with Juventus is set to expire at the end of June, and the 28-year-old has yet to decide his future, leaving United hopeful of securing his services .
In defensive recruitment, United, alongside Liverpool and PSG, have expressed interest in Lille’s young defender Leny Yoro. The trio have reached out to Yoro, signalling their readiness to swoop in if his anticipated move to Real Madrid falls through .
Liverpool are also monitoring Nottingham Forest’s Murillo, with a potential move on the cards should Forest look to alleviate financial pressures by offloading the Brazilian centre-back.
Meanwhile, AC Milan are keen on acquiring Romelu Lukaku on loan from Chelsea. However, they are also targeting Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee and remain interested in the Dutch forward despite their pursuit of Lukaku. Manchester United are also keeping tabs on Zirkzee .
Arsenal have emerged as frontrunners in the race to sign Johan Bakayoko from PSV Eindhoven. The 20-year-old forward could be available for around £42 million, positioning Arsenal ahead of their rivals in securing the Belgian talent .
Tottenham Hotspur are contemplating activating the £60 million release clause for Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. Spurs are looking to bolster their squad and will consider this move once they offload some of their current players .
Napoli are prepared to entertain offers in the region of £85 million for their star striker Victor Osimhen, just below his £100 million release clause. Both Arsenal and Chelsea have shown significant interest in the Nigerian forward .
Bayern Munich are reportedly open to selling Joshua Kimmich this summer. The German champions are planning to replace Kimmich with Fulham’s Joao Palhinha, under the guidance of new head coach Vincent Kompany .
Barcelona are working diligently to secure RB Leipzig’s Dani Olmo, a player who rose through their academy ranks. This move would be a return to his roots for Olmo, who has been a target for Barcelona for some time . Manchester City have previously held discussions about Olmo, but those talks have not progressed significantly .
As the transfer window progresses, clubs across Europe are making strategic moves to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season.