Transfer rumors, news: Man United want Scott McTominay back
Manchester United plans to bring Scott McTominay return to Old Trafford but could face competition from Arsenal, while Liverpool keen to activate Antoine Sémenyoof the release clause in January. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the world.
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– Arsenal and Manchester United probed Napoli midfielder Scott McTominayreports TEAMtalk. The former United player has enjoyed his best career spell in Serie A since his £25 million move last year, notably winning the MVP award last season as his side lifted the title. Scudetto. The 28-year-old also scored a superb spot-kick against Denmark earlier this week to help Scotland qualify for their first World Cup final since 1998. As such, the player is wanted by a host of Premier League clubs, who are expected to pay at least £70 million to secure his services next summer.
– Liverpool are ‘seriously interested’ in Antoine Séményowhose £60 million release clause becomes active in January, reports Fabrizio Romano. Bournemouth hope to be able to hold on to the winger until June, when his release clause drops to around £50million. However, the final decision will likely come down to Semenyo, who could well be the subject of multiple offers in January. Alongside Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City have also been linked with the 25-year-old, who has nine goals in 11 Premier League appearances so far this season.
– Manchester United follow Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Andersonaccording to the Times. United view the England international as a potential long-term replacement for Casemirowho is set to leave Old Trafford next summer. Anderson has also been linked with Liverpool and Newcastle United, although he was recently valued at around £100 million. The 23-year-old has been a standout performer for Forest this season and has also established himself as a regular starter for England under Thomas Tuchel.
– Inter Milan want to recruit Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in January, in a context of doubts Yann SommerThe future of at the club, according to Football Insider. The Argentina international was heavily linked with a move this summer, but a move to Manchester United ultimately did not materialize. Villa are prepared to sanction a mid-season exit as long as a suitable replacement can be found.
– Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund would be concretely interested in Anderlecht midfielder Nathan De Cat, according to Sky Germany. The Belgian giants are expecting a bid of around €25 million, as De Cat is under contract until the summer of 2027. Bayer Leverkusen are also in the race to sign the youngster, who has played 14 times in the league this season for Anderlecht, scoring one goal. He is also a Belgian under-18 international with four caps to his name.
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OTHER RUMORS
– Liverpool is fighting to keep the young English winger Joshua AbeArsenal and Chelsea are both pursuing the 15-year-old. (Daily Mail)
– Real Madrid and Antonio Rudiger remains open to extending his expiring contract beyond 2026. However, interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia “remains strong”, while a return to the Premier League cannot be ruled out either. (Sky Germany)
– Harvey Elliott could be on the move in January, with Bundesliga and Serie A clubs interested. The 22-year-old is currently on loan at Aston Villa from Liverpool, but has only played 97 minutes of Premier League football for the club so far. (Football Insider)
– Bayern Munich inquired about the Nantes defender Tyl Tatiwhich is valued at €50 million. (Footmercato)
– Tottenham Hotspur “zeroed” on the Porto striker Samu Aghehowawho is considered the ideal striker profile for manager Thomas Frank. (TEAMtalk)
– Sunderland reopened negotiations to try to sign Matteo Guendouzi from Lazio in January. (Nicolo Schira)
– Crystal Palace defender Riad Chadi could be set for a loan move in January as he looks to rebuild his fitness. (Sky Sports News)
– Crystal Palace wants to cut short Getafe striker’s loan Christantus Uche. Uche, 22, joined the Eagles on a season-long loan but the Nigeria international has played just eight minutes in the Premier League this season. (AS Newspaper)
