Arsenal have explored exploratory contact with representatives of Manchester City striker Erling Haaland as part of long-term attacking evaluations targeting 2027, according to Football365. Haaland remains under contract at Manchester City through 2034, carrying no relegation release clause, while no formal sanctions have been announced regarding City’s ongoing financial case.
Arsenal and Tottenham Target Midfielder Ibrahim Maza
Both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have intensified their interest in Bayer Leverkusen and Algeria midfielder Ibrahim Maza following a series of recent scouting missions, reports TEAMtalk.
Manchester United Secures 16-Year-Old Winger Konde
Manchester United has completed the signing of 16-year-old winger Konde on an initial scholarship following his departure from Liverpool, who are due a compensation package. The young forward agreed to pre-contract terms last week, following academy arrivals Karim Cassim and David Eze into the Old Trafford youth setup.
Transfer Links Involve Alejandro Balde and Tyrick Mitchell
Mundo Deportivo reports that Manchester United could revive a potential move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde in January. Balde’s reduced playing time at Camp Nou has led to a reassessment of his future as United continue searching for a long-term successor to Luke Shaw. Meanwhile, CaughtOffside notes that Chelsea hold strong interest in Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell as a cost-effective option. Palace are reportedly seeking around 25 millones de libras for the 27-year-old, who has entered the final 12 months of his contract at Selhurst Park.
Liverpool Links to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Arsenal Scouting
TEAMtalk has linked Liverpool with a potential move to re-sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid, noting admiration from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City. However, the 27-year-old defender remains entirely focused on Real Madrid and is not contemplating a departure during the January transfer window. In addition, CaughtOffside reports that Arsenal scouts have closely monitored Porto midfielder Alberto Costa, whose current contract contains a €65 million (55,7 millones de libras) release clause, though discussions remain in the early stages.
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