Real Madrid have turned their attention toward several high-profile targets across Europe, with the Spanish giants monitoring the contract negotiations of Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay. The 29-year-old currently plays for Napoli, and Madrid officials are reportedly considering a potential approach when the season concludes. While McTominay previously built his reputation at Manchester United, a return to Old Trafford appears improbable at this stage, as his former club has shifted its recruitment strategy toward younger prospects.
At the same time, Real Madrid are keeping a close watch on Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise. The 24-year-old French attacker is under contract in Germany until 2029, and Bayern officials are eager to secure him to an extended agreement. Observers suggest that Olise is content to remain in the Bundesliga unless a concrete opportunity to join the Spanish powerhouse arises.
Elsewhere in Europe, Premier League clubs are actively reshaping their squads. Chelsea have identified Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong as a prime target. The London club views the 29-year-old Netherlands international as a long-term solution to fill the void left by Enzo Fernandez, who transferred to Manchester City prior to the closure of the previous transfer window.
Liverpool are facing a situation regarding defender Jarell Quansah. The Merseyside club holds a substantial buyback option valued at nearly sixty million pounds for the twenty-three-year-old England international, who has also attracted interest from Chelsea and Real Madrid. However, reports indicate that the defender is hesitant about making a return to Anfield.
In Italy, Juventus are evaluating their attacking options while harboring reservations about Nick Woltemade. The twenty-four-year-old German forward is currently spending a loan spell at the Turin club from Newcastle United. As Juventus weigh potential alternatives, United States forward Folarin Balogun, currently playing for Monaco, has emerged as a player of interest.
Meanwhile, Premier League sides Newcastle United and Everton have both shown admiration for Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara. The twenty-seven-year-old Brazilian previously spent a pair of seasons in English football with Norwich City before making his move to the Turkish Süper Lig.
Further down the football pyramid, Championship side Hull City are nearing an agreement to secure eighteen-year-old goalkeeper Deniz Donmezer. The young netminder is set to make the switch from Turkish club Kayserispor in a deal valued at one and a half million pounds.
Manchester United are simultaneously working to secure the future of young talent JJ Gabriel. The sixteen-year-old attacking midfielder has been presented with an official scholarship offer from the club. Should the teenager decline to remain at Old Trafford and instead opt for a career abroad, the club would receive a modest compensation fee.
Reporting based on coverage first published by BBC Sport. Read the original report at BBC Sport.
