Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona eye Kane, Álvarez as Lewa replacement

Barcelona wants Harry Kane Or Julian Alvarez to replace 37-year-old striker Robert Lewandowski, as Bayern track young Vasco da Gama striker Rayan. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the world.

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– Barcelona is aligned Harry Kane And Julian Alvarez as potential replacements for the 37-year-old striker Robert Lewandowskiwho is at the end of his contract this summer, according to Mundo Deportivo. Barcelona’s pursuit of Kane in particular has reportedly gained momentum in recent weeks, following his remarkable start to the season and the presence of a €65 million release clause in the 32-year-old’s contract. Atlético Madrid striker Alvarez, 25, is considered a tougher target as he is under contract until the summer of 2030 and his transfer could cost around 100 million euros. Alongside a goalscoring striker, Barça should also be looking for a new left-back next summer, with the Bayer Leverkusen player. Alexander Grimaldo a serious competitor.

– Bayern Munich looking to sign Vasco da Gama striker Rayanaccording to Bild. Rayan, 19, is expected to be the next big transfer out of Brazil as he has scored 12 goals in 31 games in the Brazilian top flight this season and many European clubs are interested. Bayern also tracking Santos left-back Souzawho is also 19, and has drawn stylistic comparisons to Brazilian legend Marcelo.

– Manchester City have joined the race to bring back Feyenoord Givairo Readreports Fabrizio Romano. The 19-year-old has been heavily linked with Bayern Munich in recent days, who are eyeing a long-term replacement for Konrad Laimer. City, meanwhile, could launch a bid to sign Read in 2026, although he remains one of several right-back options being evaluated. The Netherlands Under-21 international made his international debut last month against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

– Liverpool set to miss out on signing of Bayern Munich centre-back Dayot Upamecano on a free transfer this summer, reports Christian Falk of Bild. Upamecano, 27, has been at Bayern since 2021, where he has played over 100 times in the Bundesliga, and despite his contract expiring this summer, the club are confident he will sign new terms. If he doesn’t, the France international would only have eyes for Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid if he leaves.

– Chelsea monitor international striker João Bezerra for a possible transfer, according to Nicolo Schira. Bezerra, 16, is another young South American prospect on the Blues’ radar, but he signed his first professional contract in October and will not be available for a move to a European club until he turns 18.

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OTHER RUMORS

– Manchester United have drawn up a shortlist of three midfielders including that of Crystal Palace Adam WhartonNottingham Forest Elliot Anderson and that of Brighton Carlos Baleba. The early release of Casemiro next summer should help United fund a blockbuster transfer for one of the Premier League’s stars, while the captain Bruno Fernandes could also leave. (Sun)

Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney is desperate to return to the Premier League amid keen interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Everton. (TEAMtalk)

– Several big clubs have already inquired about the RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo. The 19-year-old, under contract until 2029, is fully focused on RB – and Germany’s selection for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (Sky Germany)

– Galatasaray remains interested in signing Atalanta striker Ademola Lookman and the Nigerian international could move after the African Cup of Nations. (Rudy Galetti)

– Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt monitor Red Star Belgrade striker Aleksa Damjanović, whose transfer is valued at 5 million euros. (Sky Germany)

– AS Roma are one of several teams ‘keeping tabs’ on the Shakhtar Donetsk winger Eguinaldo before next summer. He is also spotted by several English teams. (Rudy Galetti)

– Everton closely monitoring Bologna striker Santiago Castro as they look to strengthen their offensive options in January. (TEAMtalk)

– Celtic could accept signing offer Daizen Maeda in January if a new forward is signed. (Football Insider)

– Club America wants to recruit a young man from the Chicago Fire Oscar Pinède following his impressive performances at the FIFA U17 World Cup for Mexico. (Tom Bogert)