Manchester United is reportedly interested in making a move for Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. The 23-year-old has been on the radar of the Premier League side since January, and according to reports, concrete talks are now underway with his representatives. Despite interest from AC Milan, United remains optimistic that they can secure Zirkzee’s signature. With a release clause of £34 million, the Dutch striker has proven himself in Serie A, scoring 11 goals and assisting four in 36 matches last season.
Chelsea Pursuing Atletico Madrid Striker
Chelsea is working on a deal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion. The Blues recently had a €40m bid rejected for the 20-year-old, but they are determined to submit a new proposal to secure his services. Omorodion impressed during his loan spell at Deportivo Alaves last season, particularly against top LaLiga clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Aston Villa’s Move for Juventus Midfielder Hits a Roadblock
Aston Villa’s pursuit of Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie has hit a snag, with negotiations stalling between the two clubs. The Villans had hoped to include Douglas Luiz in a deal to bring in the 25-year-old midfielder, but frustrations have arisen in the latest talks. McKennie, who made 39 appearances for Juventus last season, remains a target for Villa as they look to strengthen their midfield.
Barcelona has set their sights on two Premier League players as potential additions to their squad. Liverpool winger Luis Díaz is reportedly one of their top targets for the forward line, while Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães also remains of interest to the Catalan club. With FFP constraints to consider, Barcelona is expecting a busy transfer window as they look to reshape their squad.
Liverpool Center-Back Linked with Move to Saudi Arabia
Liverpool center-back Virgil van Dijk has attracted interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, with Al-Nassr reportedly leading the race for the 32-year-old defender. With Aymeric Laporte potentially leaving the Saudi Pro League, van Dijk is being seen as a suitable replacement. The Dutch defender’s experience and leadership could prove valuable to a new club in Saudi Arabia.
Everton is interested in signing Aston Villa midfielder Tim Iroegbunam in a £10m deal. The Toffees see the 20-year-old as a potential replacement for Amadou Onana, who has been linked with a move away from Goodison Park. Everton’s hierarchy is open to selling Onana if they receive an offer in the region of £50m, making Iroegbunam a viable option for the midfield.
Overall, the summer transfer window promises to be an exciting period for European football, with clubs across the continent looking to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. Keep an eye out for more intriguing moves and deals as the window progresses.
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