Football Transfer News
In the ever-evolving landscape of football transfers, Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen are nearing a significant agreement over the transfer of Florian Wirtz, as reported by Sky Sport Deutschland. Negotiations regarding the talented attacking midfielder have intensified, leading to an offer that could reach nearly €150 million when accounting for potential add-ons. Although both clubs have yet to finalize the arrangement, Liverpool appears optimistic, with Wirtz reportedly having settled on personal terms with the Premier League side.
Player Departures
Meanwhile, Rafael Leão has expressed his desire to depart from AC Milan this summer. According to Sky Sport Deutschland‘s Florian Plettenberg, the 25-year-old winger has communicated his intention to leave, prompting the Rossoneri to demand at least €70 million for his signature. Leão, a valued Portuguese international, has emerged as a target for Bayern Munich, who have shown preliminary interest in acquiring him.
Transfer Developments
In further transfer developments, Al Hilal is reportedly close to reaching an agreement with Victor Osimhen, with their offer of €70 million falling just short by €5 million of Napoli‘s expectations. Additionally, Calciomercato has noted that Al Hilal’s new head coach, Simone Inzaghi, has initiated dialogue with Theo Hernández of AC Milan, encouraging the left-back to consider a move, to which Hernández has requested additional time to ponder.
Fenerbahce is also in pursuit of Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané, aiming to secure him with an impressive annual salary of €15 million as the winger heads towards free agency. Competing offers are on the table from Galatasaray, valued between €10 million and €12 million, while Arsenal and clubs from the Saudi Pro League remain as viable options for the experienced player. Bayern Munich is still hopeful for an extension to Sané’s existing contract.
Defense Shakeup
In a potential shake-up in defense, intermediaries have recently floated AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori to Napoli, stemming from ongoing uncertainties regarding Tomori’s future at the San Siro. Lastly, Newcastle United has made initial inquiries about securing Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest, with talks still in preliminary stages. Forest is expected to part with the 23-year-old only for a fee exceeding £50 million, especially since he is under contract for three more years.
