Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all keeping an eye on Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, while Tottenham Hotspur is taking the lead in pursuing United States star Christian Pulisic from AC Milan. Stay updated on the latest transfer news and rumors from around the world.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– A number of Premier League clubs are interested in Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic, according to TEAMtalk. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal are among the teams monitoring the 20-year-old, with scouts dispatched to observe him throughout the season. The Serbia international has made an impression in the Champions League this season with goals that helped Brugge secure victories in their last two league phase games, earning a spot in the playoffs for the knockout rounds. While Stankovic reportedly has an inclination to return to Inter Milan—who included a clause in his transfer enabling a re-signing offer within two years—he is attracting interest from several clubs across Europe.
– Tottenham Hotspur is at the forefront of the pursuit for AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic, according to TEAMtalk. Spurs have expressed “concrete interest” in the 27-year-old, believing he could have an immediate impact at the club. also, his representatives have reached out to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, but Spurs, who have been linked with former U.S. Men’s National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino, appear to be the most eager. Pulisic will be entering the final year of his contract at San Siro this summer.
– AC Milan is keen on acquiring Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie on a free transfer, as reported by Calciomercato. The USMNT player has been a regular starter under Juve boss Luciano Spalletti, and officials at Bianconeri are prioritizing securing the 27-year-old’s commitment beyond his current contract, which expires in June. Tuttosport also noted that Inter Milan is eyeing McKennie as a free agent this summer, adding further competition as Milan joins the pursuit.
– Manchester United is contemplating a move for Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu, according to Tuttosport. The Red Devils are likely to send scouts to watch the 25-year-old during the Serie A match against Inter Milan on Saturday, with other clubs in the Premier League also showing interest. Aware of European clubs circling for Kalulu, the Bianconeri are eager to fend off competing offers by offering him a new four-year deal with a salary increase to €3.5 million annually.
– Juventus is reportedly targeting Manchester City attacking midfielder Bernardo Silva, according to Calciomercato. As the 31-year-old is set to become a free agent this summer, and with no indication of an extension at the Etihad Stadium, the Bianconeri are optimistic about signing him on a free transfer. Silva is viewed as a potential addition alongside Atalanta midfielder Éderson, a transfer that may prove challenging due to competition from Atlético Madrid, who recently secured a 4-0 win against Barcelona in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal on Thursday (stream a replay on ESPN+ in the U.S.).
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OTHER RUMORS
– Liverpool is optimistic about extending the contract of defender Ibrahima Konaté. (The Athletic)
– Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is likely to sign a contract extension, keeping him at Old Trafford beyond this summer. (TEAMtalk)
– Manchester City does not plan to offer defender John Stones a new contract and he will become a free agent in June. (Caught Offside)
– Juventus might retain striker Dusan Vlahovic if he agrees to a reduced salary, as he hasn’t received any “attractive” offers from Europe. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– Premier League clubs are interested in Villarreal midfielder Alassane Diatta. (Marca)
– Al Hilal striker Darwin Núñez may leave the club this summer, having recently been unregistered from their squad in the Saudi Pro League. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Sporting KC striker Dejan Joveljic is garnering interest from Tigres as well as several MLS clubs. (Ekrem Konur)
– Torino is exploring a move for Empoli defender Gabriele Guarino. (Nicolo Schira)
