Liverpool push for Upamecano, Tottenham eye permanent Palhinha deal, and Manchester United seal Orozco agreement
Liverpool are targeting France international Dayot Upamecano, 26, as they look to strengthen their defence ahead of next season, with the Bayern Munich centre-back available on a free transfer when his contract expires in the summer. However, they face competition from Real Madrid, who are also keen on the defender.
Tottenham are eager to turn Joao Palhinha’s loan move from Bayern Munich into a permanent transfer. The 30-year-old Portuguese defensive midfielder has impressed since his arrival in north London.
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Fortaleza to sign highly rated Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco, 17, once he turns 18 in July. The club are also working to finalise a deal for Charlie Hardy, a 16-year-old English goalkeeper from Derby County.
Bayern Munich are preparing to offer a long-term contract to Nicolas Jackson, 24, with the Senegal forward currently on loan from Chelsea.
Chelsea chose not to rival Manchester City for Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, 26, during the summer window, as they aim to keep the door open for a future move for Mike Maignan, 30, the France international currently at AC Milan.
Frenkie de Jong, 28, could become a transfer target for Manchester United, with the Barcelona and Netherlands midfielder emerging on their radar.
Liverpool are also keen to secure Ibrahima Konate’s future with a new long-term deal. The 26-year-old France defender has attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City.
Arsenal are pursuing a €75m (£65.6m) double deal with Real Sociedad for Takefusa Kubo, 24, the Japan winger, and Lucien Agoume, a 23-year-old French defender.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United are among the clubs monitoring Eduardo Camavinga, 22, as the France midfielder weighs up his future at Real Madrid.
