Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye Hackney and Murillo, Maguire to leave?
Nottingham Forest central defender Murillo and Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney are on Michael Carrick’s shortlist at Manchester United, while Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has turned his attention to signing the Manchester City striker. Erling Haaland and former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the world.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Central defender of Nottingham Forest Murillo is a top player on Manchester United’s radar as they look to replace Harry Maguire when his contract expires this summer, specifies the Daily Mail. Murillo, 23, has long attracted the attention of Chelsea and is ready to move on despite signing a 4.5-year contract in January 2025, but qualification for the Champions League would significantly boost United’s chances of completing his transfer. Meanwhile, United will join Tottenham Hotspur, Fulham and Everton in pursuit of the Middlesbrough midfielder. Hayden Hackneysaid TEAMtalk. New United boss Michael Carrick is a big admirer of the 23-year-old having worked with him previously, but Boro are keen to keep him on until the summer.
– Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has turned his attention to signing the Manchester City striker. Erling Haaland and former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp while “looking for saviors”, because the club is “at rock bottom”, as reported by Sky Sports Deutschland. Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández is also on The Whites‘ shortlist, but the club will face competition from Paris Saint-Germain. A deal for Haaland would be difficult to complete as more than €500 million would be needed to sign the 25-year-old and Brazilian striker. Vinicius Junior they would have to be unloaded first. Another report from Sky Sports Deutschland suggests that Real Madrid are closely monitoring the 19-year-old Bayer Leverkusen striker. Christian Kofane.
– Real Madrid management change could lead to transfer for PSG central defender William Pachoas reported by Marca. The Ecuadorian international is only with The Parisians for two years, but current interim boss Alvaro Arbeloa is the priority option to manage Madrid permanently next season and would attempt to sign the 24-year-old if he accepts the job full-time.
– There have been various links involving Juventus. Firstly, Sky Sports Italia reports that the Bianconeri consider replacing Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta now or this summer, with the Eagles demanding fees of around 40 million euros. Meanwhile, Gazzetta dello Sport says she could return to Celta Vigo Oscar Minguezadespite the end of his contract this summer, in addition to finalizing the return of the Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa. And a video from the same media says that they dream of recruiting the Manchester City midfielder. Bernardo Silva. Finally, Nicolo Schira suggests Juve are considering a summer move for the Newcastle United midfielder. Sandro Tonali.
– Ajax midfielder Rayane Bounida19-year-old is on the radar of Real Madrid and Barcelona ahead of the summer transfer window, says AS. Bounida has five assists in 13 games this season and is considered one of the most exciting players to come out of Ajax’s academy in recent years. Madrid and Barcelona will not be looking to bring him in this month, but could clash over his signature this summer.
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– Roma signed Aston Villa striker Donyell Malen on an initial loan deal of 2 million euros, with an option to sign permanently for 25 million euros this summer. Read
EXPERT OPINION
ESPN’s Sam Tighe examines Man United’s links to Hayden Hackney and Murillo.
It was only a matter of time before Hackney were linked with Carrick’s Manchester United. After all, the 23-year-old has become Middlesbrough’s key midfielder during their time at the club between 2022 and 2025; and Hackney admitted he was “gutted” when Carrick was relieved of his duties on Teesside last summer.
Under the tutelage of experts, Hackney has become perhaps the best midfield player in England’s second tier. He ranks in the 96th percentile for progressive passes and the 99th percentile for progressive carries in Europe this season. It should be noted that the rise to Premier League level is significant, however.
Murillo de Forest is obviously much more experienced at this level. A powerful central defender, he has iron shoulders, immense recovery pace and, more subtly, a beautiful long-range pass on him. The Brazil international is tied for second most last-man tackles (5) and has the third-most clearances on the line (4) since the start of last season, highlighting his natural defensive instincts.
If there’s a downside to point out, it’s that there have often been concerns about his fitness over the past year. He hasn’t missed many teams on matchdays, but his availability has often been questioned.
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– Atletico Madrid, two Premier League clubs and a few Italian teams are interested in Juventus and the USMNT midfielder Weston McKenniewhose transfer is valued at more than 10 million euros and whose contract expires this summer. (Ben Jacobs)
– Manchester United increasingly convinced to sign Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba in the summer window. (Sun)
– Manchester United defender Harry Maguire32, has Inter Milan, Napoli and Fiorentina hot on his trail this month. (All market)
– Fenerbahce have full agreement with ex-Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kantéeven if the negotiations with Al Ittihad are very complicated because the Saudi Pro League team does not intend to let the French international leave in January. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Borussia Dortmund held a summit regarding Nico SchlotterbeckWednesday’s future. They are trying to keep the central defender, with Bayern Munich preferring Crystal Palace. Marc Guéhiwhile interest from Real Madrid and Liverpool has cooled. (Sky Sports Germany)
– Galatasaray made tempting offers to Fabien Ruiz but the midfielder is now set to sign a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain. (AS)
– Marc-Andre ter Stegen being on the bench during Barcelona’s Copa del Rey win over Racing Santander could hasten the goalkeeper’s departure, with a loan move to Girona the most likely option. (Sport)
– Hakan Calhanoglu looks set to leave Inter Milan this summer, especially as the midfielder wants to return to Türkiye to play for Galatasaray. (Rudy Galetti)
– Following $18 million offer from Toronto FC, Norwich City insist they won’t let USMNT striker Josh Sargent leaving in the middle of their championship relegation battle. (Athletic)
– Galatasaray wants a pair of Atalanta Ademola Lookman And Edersonalthough they face competition from Fenerbahce for the former, while Atletico Madrid are also interested in the latter. (Tuttosport)
– Inter tries to bring back PSV Eindhoven Ivan Perišić as they seek a temporary replacement for the injured Denzel Dumfries. (Corriere dello Sport)
– Arsenal women have already had concrete talks with Georgia Stanway sign the 27-year-old when her contract with Bayern Munich expires this summer. Other clubs are also enthusiastic. (Florian Plettenberg)
– West Ham United ready to let Flamengo sign Lucas Paquetá if they loan the attacking midfielder for the remainder of the season, although the Brazilian club are not willing to do so. (Tutor)
– Aston Villa could turn their attention to Real Madrid midfielder Daniel Ceballos after missing out on Spurs new signing Conor Gallagher. (TalkSPORT)
– Villa also want former Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham, currently on loan to Besiktas from Roma. (Times)
– Nottingham Forest have made contact with the Inter midfielder’s entourage Davide Frattesi but are yet to make an official offer, with the club demanding €35m. (Sky Sports Italy)
– Wolfsburg made £15.6m bid to sign Toulouse defender Charlie Creswell23, who has also been linked with West Ham. (Athletic)
– Fiorentina complete deal to sign Leeds United midfielder Jack Harrison on loan for the rest of the season, with an option to make his stay permanent for €7 million. (Sky Sports Italy)
– Napoli continue to work on a deal to sign the attacking midfielder Alan from Palmeiras. The Italian club have increased their offer from €30 million to €35 million for the 21-year-old, who has attracted interest in the past from Newcastle and Zenit. (ESPN Brazil)
– Benfica left rear Obrador is set to join Torino on loan for the remainder of the season. (AS)
