Real Madrid exit Guehi race as Liverpool and Bayern circle, Tottenham target Bundesliga defender, and Barcelona face Rashford setback
Real Madrid have withdrawn from the pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, 25, due to the England international’s high wage and signing-on demands. With Guehi out of contract this summer, Liverpool and Bayern Munich now lead the chase for his signature.
A number of Premier League sides are monitoring Feyenoord’s 19-year-old right-back Givairo Read, though they face strong competition from Bayern Munich.
Tottenham and Liverpool are keeping a close eye on Wolfsburg’s Greek defender Konstantinos Koulieraki, 21, as both clubs look to strengthen their defensive options.
Despite reports in Spain suggesting he is “tired” of the job, Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has no plans to step down at the end of the season and remains committed to the club.
Leeds United are bracing for offers for 18-year-old English goalkeeper Alex Baird, who has attracted attention from several clubs ahead of the January window.
Barcelona remain keen to make Marcus Rashford’s stay permanent but are unable to activate the £25.5 million purchase clause in the Manchester United forward’s loan deal due to financial constraints.
Meanwhile, Juventus are preparing to open contract talks with Kenan Yildiz, 20, amid interest from Liverpool, Chelsea, and Arsenal, and are confident the Turkey international will commit his future to Turin.
Roma are reportedly ready to make a loan offer with an option to buy for Manchester United and Netherlands forward Joshua Zirkzee, 24, in the upcoming January transfer window.
