Manchester United are reportedly interested in acquiring the services of Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. The 23-year-old has been on the radar of the Premier League side for quite some time now, with concrete talks currently underway with his representatives. Despite interest from AC Milan, there is optimism at Old Trafford that they can secure his signature, especially considering his release clause stands at £34 million. Zirkzee’s impressive performance in Serie A last season, where he scored 11 goals and provided four assists, has caught the attention of several top clubs.
Chelsea is said to be actively working on a deal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion. The Blues had a €40m bid rejected for the 20-year-old, but they are determined to submit a new proposal to secure his services. Omorodion showcased his talent during a loan spell at Deportivo Alaves, particularly in matches against Real Madrid and Barcelona. Chelsea has identified him as a top target in their quest to bolster their forward line.
Aston Villa’s pursuit of Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie has hit a roadblock, with negotiations reportedly at a standstill. The Villans were hopeful of including the 25-year-old in a potential swap deal involving Douglas Luiz, but talks have proven to be frustrating. McKennie’s solid performances for Juventus last season have attracted interest from several clubs, making it challenging for Aston Villa to secure his services.
Barcelona is reportedly keeping an eye on two Premier League stars as they look to strengthen their squad. Liverpool’s Luis Díaz and Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães are among the players on Barcelona’s radar. The Catalan club is expected to have a busy transfer window as they work to navigate their Financial Fair Play situation. Both Díaz and Guimarães would add quality to Barcelona’s squad, providing options in their forward line and midfield, respectively.
Several clubs in Saudi Arabia are vying for the signature of Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk. Al-Nassr is reportedly leading the race to secure the services of the 32-year-old Dutch international, with the potential departure of Aymeric Laporte opening up a spot in the Saudi Pro League. Van Dijk’s experience and leadership qualities make him an attractive target for clubs looking to strengthen their backline.
Everton is said to be keen on acquiring Aston Villa midfielder Tim Iroegbunam in a £10m deal. The 20-year-old has caught the attention of the Toffees as a potential replacement for Amadou Onana, who is linked with a move away from Goodison Park. Everton’s hierarchy is open to offloading Onana if they receive an offer in the region of £50m, paving the way for Iroegbunam to potentially make the switch to Merseyside.