Barcelona has set their sights on RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo, with plans for a six-year contract reportedly in the works. The Catalan club has submitted a written offer to Olmo’s representatives, which includes his full release clause of €60 million. Despite interest from other top clubs such as Manchester City and Bayern Munich, Barcelona is hopeful that they can secure Olmo’s signature this summer.
Newcastle United has made contact with Chelsea over a potential move for winger Noni Madueke. The 22-year-old is seen as a more realistic option for the Magpies, compared to other wide players in the market. With Chelsea looking to offload fringe players to make room for new signings, Eddie Howe sees potential in Madueke, who was signed from PSV in 2023.
Former Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has received an approach from Mainz about a potential return to the club. The 35-year-old striker is currently a free agent after leaving Bayern at the end of the 2023-24 season. Mainz, where Choupo-Moting spent three years from 2011 to 2014, are hoping to lure him back. However, other clubs like West Ham United and Inter Milan have also shown interest in the experienced forward.
Napoli is in the market for a new striker to replace Victor Osimhen, and they have set their sights on Romelu Lukaku. The Belgian international is looking to leave Chelsea this summer and talks have reportedly begun between Napoli and the London club. While Chelsea is hoping to recoup €40 million for Lukaku, Napoli’s ability to meet that fee depends on the departure of Osimhen, who is rumored to be heading to Paris Saint-Germain.
Manchester United’s Move for Adrien Rabiot
Manchester United is looking to add Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot to their squad this summer. The 29-year-old French international is a free agent and is said to be interested in a move to the Premier League. L’Equipe reports that United may have to part with €70 million to land Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain, but they are determined to make the Rabiot deal happen.
Aston Villa is not resting on their laurels and are planning to bring in another attacking player to Villa Park. Manager Unai Emery has his eyes set on Athletic Club’s Nico Williams, a 22-year-old with pace and trickery. However, Villa will need to make room by facilitating the exit of Jhon Durán, while also fending off competition from other big clubs in Europe.
As the summer transfer window heats up, clubs across Europe are actively pursuing their transfer targets. Whether it’s Barcelona’s pursuit of Dani Olmo or Manchester United’s interest in Adrien Rabiot, the landscape of European football is set to change with these high-profile moves. Stay tuned for more updates as the transfer window progresses.
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