The summer transfer window won't reopen in Europe for a while, but there are plenty of moves in the works and rumors are doing the rounds. Transfer Talk brings you the latest news on rumors, comings and goings and of course completed deals!
TOP STORY: Antony on the outside at Old Trafford?
Manchester United want to sign a winger Anthony this summer, says Rudy Galetti.
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The Brazil international arrived at Old Trafford from Ajax Amsterdam in 2022 for a fee of £85m but has since struggled to find form in the Premier League with just five goals and three assists in 52 appearances.
It is reported that the club is “awaiting offers” for the 22-year-old while also considering alternatives for the right wing. There is no “concrete approach” for Antony yet, but there is for the Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise He is believed to be in consideration as a potential replacement, with the France youth international reportedly high on Man United's shortlist.
ESPN sources revealed on Thursday that the Red Devils are leading the race for Olise as there is a release clause in his contract worth between £50m and £60m, which is due to come into effect at the end of the season.
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As reports of a move for Michael Olise emerge, Man Utd are believed to be considering Antony's future. Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
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– Liverpool are interested in a possible move for the Chelsea defender Levi Colwill, according to Mirror. The Reds are reportedly interested in signing two defensive reinforcements this summer Joel Matip is about to say goodbye and it looks like the 21-year-old is one of the first names on their shortlist. Central defender from Eintracht Frankfurt Willian Pacho This is also reportedly being considered.
– Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners would prefer a move to Juventus to Liverpool FC, reports Gazzetta dello Sport. He has been on the radar at both clubs recently, but the Bianconeri are believed to be ahead of the Reds in the race to sign him. The 26-year-old Koopmeiners has been a key player for La Dea this season, contributing to 15 goals in 30 Serie A games.
– Several Premier League clubs have their sights set on the Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Gustavo Puertasaid Ekrem Konur. The 20-year-old played eight games across all competitions for coach Xabi Alonso this season and also represented Colombia at the U20 World Cup. It is reported that an offer worth €10 million would be required to sign him.
– AS Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana continues to attract interest from clubs in Europe, says Rudy Galetti. The Ligue 1 club are said to be ready to sign the 25-year-old if he receives a €30 million offer. AC Milan are believed to be one of the clubs at the front of the queue for his signing, but that is not the case at the moment. They are looking to negotiate a lower fee.
– Leeds United remain interested in reuniting with the Manchester City midfielder Calvin Phillips, reports Fabrizio Romano. Currently on loan at West Ham United, it is said that the Citizens are ready to sign him upon his return as the Hammers do not intend to make his stay at the London Stadium permanent. The 28-year-old Phillips joined coach Pep Guardiola's team in 2022 for a transfer fee of £45 million.
