City's Chase for Fernandez
According to reports from the Telegraph, Manchester City would face a steep price tag exceeding £120 million if they pursue Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez during the final fortnight of the transfer market. This substantial valuation is set by Chelsea for the Argentine midfielder, who helped his country secure a World Cup victory.[S1]
Neto's Market Value
Chelsea have set a price tag of nearly £100 million for their Portuguese winger Pedro Neto, aged 26. Saudi Pro League's Al-Hilal is rumored to be interested in acquiring Neto's services. Metro reports that Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham are also in the race for Neto, who initially joined Chelsea from Wolves in 2024 for £54 million.[S1]
United's Midfield Options
Spanish outlet Sport reports that Barcelona has made 22-year-old Spanish midfielder Marc Casado available for transfer, with Manchester United being presented the opportunity to secure his signature. Meanwhile, the Telegraph reports that Turkish club Galatasaray is attempting to lure Bruno Fernandes from Old Trafford by offering the Portuguese midfielder an annual salary of £18.3m, which would double his current earnings, even though United remains unwilling to part with him.[S1]
Other Transfer Rumors
Liverpool are eager to acquire the services of Bradley Barcola, 23, and Ibrahim Mbaye, 18, from Paris St-Germain, with a potential combined transfer fee of £155 million. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are optimistic about securing a contract extension with 33-year-old English forward Harry Kane, whose current deal is nearing its end. In other news, Como have submitted an offer for Fiorentina's Moise Kean, 26, involving a loan arrangement with an obligation to purchase for £25 million.[S1]
Leeds have authorized Suriname international Joel Piroe, aged 27, to undergo a medical at West Ham. AC Milan have reached an agreement to acquire 22-year-old Belgian winger Diego Moreira from Strasbourg for £34 million. Former England striker Jamie Vardy, now 39, is attracting interest from clubs including Sao Paulo and West Ham, despite being a free agent.[S1]
