Manchester United are seeking a deal for the free agency defender that could spell the end of Harry Maguire, with the £26million-valued star desperate to sign with Tottenham on Saturday. Transfer Gossip keeps you up to date on Weston McKennie’s Leeds move.
Stefan de Vrij appears on Manchester United’s transfer radar
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a surprise move to hook Stephan de Vrij to Old Trafford this summer.
United manager Eric ten Hag is unlikely to add any more players to his squad this month, when the January window closes on Tuesday night. With only Jack Butland and Wout Weghorst signed, the Red Devils are gearing up for another big summer festival.
Ten Hag, of course, want to secure Champions League football by then, and with it an even more enormous transfer budget.
And Ten Hag’s targets include a new big-name striker, a new goalkeeper and, if all goes to plan, a new right-back.
However, exits are likely and one of the smarter businesses could see United offload the troubled Harry Maguire. lowered toWhen In a recent spectacular Ten Hag moveMaguire was told his game at Man United was over.
United are expected to suffer a huge loss on their £80m investment in Maguire. However, he reportedly still plans to charge around £35 million, which will add to Ten Hag’s budget.
Ten Hag wants Dutch star De Vrij for free
And through clever business, United were able to sign his replacement at De Vrij for free.
The Dutch heavyweight will become a free agent this summer and be eligible to sign a pre-contract abroad.
And, according to sports italyIn fact, not only United but the star has also received offers from Newcastle, Tottenham, Villarreal and Feyenoord.
The 30-year-old could sign an extension to stay at Inter Milan.
According to reports, De Vrij will decide his future by mid-February. Manchester United Reportedly one of the favorites to sign him.
Talk to an Italian Broadcaster rye sportsDe Vrij’s agent, Federico Pastorello, has admitted that the player’s situation is entangled with another Inter star.
“I don’t know if[Milan’s]Skriniar will go to PSG before the end of the January transfer window. But all I can say is that the Inter manager has decided to renew my client De Vrij’s contract. It means that you called me at this time to expedite it.
“He wants to stay at Milan. But other clubs, especially Spanish clubs, want him.”
Niccolò Zaniolo desperate for Tottenham deal
Bournemouth have been turned down twice by Nicolò Zaniolo and the Roma star has revealed he only wants a move to Tottenham.
The ambitious Cherries bolstered their attacking power on Friday with the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bristol City.
However, plans to add Zaniolo to the mix seem to have failed. And they’ve now seen his two bids fall short to lure him into Vitality.
With Roma eager to sell, attacking midfielder Zaniolo seems destined for a move to the Premier League.
However, a move to Bournemouth seems uninteresting for the star.A team led by Gary O’Neill initially approached him mid-week, only to see their offer rejected. .
street Fabrizio Romanoa second improved approach from Cherry was also rejected.
And the stars seem to be very clear about their next destination, too. According to Romano, if Zaniolo stays in Italy, he wants Milan. When he comes to England tottenham It is considered the only club for him.
With Roma confirming they are seeking £26m (€30m) for Zaniolo, Tottenham are now considering whether to swoop in.
However, the Antonio Conte-led side have already signed Arnout Danjuma to bolster their attack.
And Pedro Polo’s contract is due to be finalized early next week. Tottenham complied with Sporting Lisbon’s request.
Leeds hold new round of negotiations over Weston McKennie
Leeds United are in further talks with Juventus over the signing of Weston McKennie.
The Whites have their sights set on the American star to bolster their midfield options.
Leeds have already signed Maximilian Warber and Georginio Lutter this month. And we would like to add McKennie to complete the wonderful window.
The American star has already agreed personal terms with LeedsI spoke to Jesse Marsh and Tyler Adams about life in West Yorkshire.
However, signing a deal with Juventus proved more problematic for the Whites.
Juventus are reportedly offering the 24-year-old as much as £30.6m (€35m).
That price is a bit steep for Leeds, but they reportedly put in a lower bid.
But Fabrizio Romano says the two clubs are now in talks about a loan deal.
However, Juve feel a loan would be a better option for them if Leeds cannot meet their current prices. If McKennie impresses, Juventus will retain the right to sell him to the highest bidder in the summer.
good news Leeds Romano says there is “optimism” that a deal could be struck.
He said negotiations would resume on Saturday to “seal a deal”.
And if all goes according to plan, Leeds could add McKennie into the mix. And the American star could join the squad for an important match at his Forest in Nottingham on Sunday 5 February.
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