Arsenal table new deal for Saliba, Benfica eye Bernardo Silva and Besiktas close on Jota Silva
Arsenal have offered France defender William Saliba a five-year contract extension as negotiations continue with the 24-year-old, whose current deal runs until 2027. Real Madrid are monitoring his situation closely.
Liverpool are confident of leading the chase for Marc Guehi, 25, when the Crystal Palace and England defender’s contract expires next summer. The Reds are also exploring an £87m move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, 23.
Benfica presidential candidate Joao Noronha Lopes has identified Bernardo Silva as a priority signing if elected, holding preliminary talks with the 31-year-old Portugal international, who is out of contract at Manchester City next summer.
Manchester United are assessing the futures of Harry Maguire (32) and Luke Shaw (30) as they consider defensive reinforcements ahead of next summer’s window.
Besiktas are finalising a deal for Portugal winger Jota Silva, 26, from Nottingham Forest.
Colombia winger Luis Diaz, 28, attempted to leave Liverpool last summer, with the club proposing a swap deal involving then-Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez, 25. Alvarez instead joined Atletico Madrid, while Diaz is now at Bayern Munich.
AEK Athens are actively looking to offload France striker Anthony Martial, 29, and have offered him to several Mexican clubs. Martial is set to travel to Monterrey for a medical, with permission granted by the Greek side.
Juventus are considering Ademola Lookman, 27, as a replacement for Serbia striker Dusan Vlahovic, 25, who is expected to depart. Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee, 24, is another option under review.
Inter Milan remain keen on France midfielder Manu Kone, 24, with Roma’s need to generate funds to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations potentially aiding their pursuit.
Chelsea midfielder Dario Essugo, 20, has undergone surgery on a thigh injury and is expected to be sidelined for at least 12 weeks.
