The winter transfer window is now closed in Europe's top leagues, but there are plenty of moves in the works and rumors circulating as we look ahead to the summer. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumours, comings and goings and of course, closed deals!
TOP STORY: Man United's new data-driven transfer plans
Manchester United seeks to sign the Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise and Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaiteaccording to The I.
The two targets have reportedly been shortlisted as part of a new data approach being used by the Red Devils, who want to use metrics to identify stronger options for their team in the future.
Olise, 22, who has contributed to nine goals in 11 league games for the Eagles this season, is said to be United manager Erik ten Hag's top target this summer. The club were also impressed by Branthwaite, 21, who has been a regular starter for the Toffees, having made 26 appearances in all competitions.
ESPN sources reported on Tuesday that United were also keeping tabs on several players with expired contracts, including Joshua Kimmich, jonathan david and Khefren Thuramwith the recruitment team looking to usher in a new era under new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
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PAPER GOSSIP
– Barcelona is preparing to receive offers for Frenkie De Jong and defender Ronald Araújo in the next transfer window, according to Sport. It is reported that they have not ruled out considering “high proposals” for both players in the summer, although sporting director Deco is willing to manage their contractual situations to keep them at the club. De Jong, 26, has already been contacted by the blaugrana on a new deal, while the process to sign new terms for Araujo, 24, has been accelerated.
– Several Premier League clubs are closely monitoring the VfB Stuttgart forward Serhou Guirassy, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 27-year-old was linked with a possible Bundesliga exit in January and, although no move materialised, his £17.5million release clause will remain active in the summer.
– AC Milan remains interested in the Fulham centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo, reports Calciomercato. He rossoneri They are keen to land him on a free transfer in the summer, with the Cottagers yet to agree an extension to his contract with less than six months remaining. The 26-year-old can currently negotiate a pre-contract agreement with clubs based outside England.
– Internazionale seeks to confirm an agreement to sign the Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski, says Matteo Moretto of Relevo. It is believed that a verbal agreement has already been reached between the club and the 29-year-old, who will join the team. Nerazzurri in a free transfer. He has contributed to four goals in 19 league games this season.
– Agreement between Orlando City SC and Atalanta for the striker Luis Muriel is close, reports Nicolo Schira. The deal is now reportedly in the final stages, with the 32-year-old set to sign a contract that will keep him at the club until 2025, but also includes an option clause that could keep him at the MLS team. for an additional time. year. The deal is expected to close in the “next 48 hours.”
