Latest transfer news and rumors: Man United find competition for Onana
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Top story: Onana getting pushed out?
Andre Onana and his goalkeeping deputy, Altay Bayindir, have made some high-profile errors between the sticks for Manchester United. Now, the Red Devils believe it's time to act.
Manchester United are closing in on signing Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for around €20 million. Personal terms have yet to be agreed upon. Standing 6-foot-3, the 23-year-old shot-stopper has yet to earn a senior cap for Belgium. (The Guardian)
Other rumors
Aug. 22
Rasmus move: Talks between Napoli and Manchester United over the potential transfer of Rasmus Hojlund are progressing, so the Italian club has sent a contract proposal to the striker. (Fabrizio Romano)
X Factor: Chelsea plan to sign Xavi Simons to a contract until 2031. Personal terms are already agreed on, and negotiations between Chelsea and RB Leipzig are scheduled for Friday. (Sky Sport Germany)
Akanji can leave: Galatasaray have sent a contract proposal to Manuel Akanji after Manchester City accepted their £15-million offer for the Swiss defender. (Fabrizio Romano)
Bees won't budge: Yoane Wissa is training with Brentford and in contention to play again despite his anger with the club for not allowing him to join Newcastle United. The Bees rejected a bid from the Magpies worth up to £40 million this week. (BBC Sport)
Tyler the Toffee: Tyler Dibling is expected to undergo a medical with Everton early next week after Southampton approved an offer worth in excess of £40 million for the teenager. The Saints have also negotiated a sell-on clause in the deal. (The Athletic)
Irons flat-out for Frenchman: Defensive midfielder Soungoutou Magassa, who can also play at center-back, is the subject of an offer from West Ham United worth €17 million plus €3 million in add-ons. (Fabrizio Romano)
Zaniolo going home: Udinese are yet to strike an agreement with Galatasaray to bring former Roma playmaker Nicolo Zaniolo back to Serie A. Other clubs are interested in the Italian. (Fabrizio Romano)
Dortmund's defender hunt: Borussia Dortmund's offer for Charlie Cresswell has fallen short of Toulouse's valuation. However, Der BVB are still pursuing the Englishman, who moved to France from Leeds United last summer. (The Athletic)
Brenner back: Brenner could be set for a surprise return to FC Cincinnati. The Udinese striker is close to joining the MLS club on loan with an option to buy. (ESPN)
Aug. 21
Finding groove with Gladbach: Giovanni Reyna could stay in Germany as he tries to get his career back on track ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Borussia Monchengladbach are in talks to buy the American winger from Borussia Dortmund. (The Athletic)
'Face chase done: Victor Boniface will move to AC Milan from Bayer Leverkusen for around €30 million. The Nigerian striker has already agreed to personal terms and will undergo a medical with the Rossoneri. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Not as Eze as that: Arsenal's attacking revamp might not be over once Eberechi Eze joins from Crystal Palace. The Gunners could compete with Bayern Munich to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana for around €40 million. (Caught Offside)
Eagles spy Spanish talent: Crystal Palace will have a significant void to fill after Eze's exit. The Eagles have contacted Villarreal about the possibility of signing Yeremy Pino. (Fabrizio Romano)
Inter attempt for Andy: Inter Milan submitted an offer worth more than €20 million for Lens midfielder Andy Diouf after a deal for Roma's Manu Kone broke down. (Fabrizio Romano)
Fulham find bargain: The Cottagers tried to find cheaper alternatives to Arsenal's Reiss Nelson and Shakhtar's Kevin in the transfer market and have landed on FC Basel's Philip Otele. Fulham are exploring a £15-million deal. (BBC Sport)
Seagull flees the nest: Brighton & Hove Albion attacking midfielder Julio Enciso is undergoing a medical in London before joining Strasbourg. The plan is for him to eventually join Chelsea, who are under the same ownership group as Strasbourg. (Fabrizio Romano)
Cherry drop: Bournemouth have sold some important players this summer. Now, they're trying to discard their offcuts. Philip Billing, who won Serie A with Napoli last season, and Hamed Traore are up for sale. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Edson 'eading out: Mexico captain Edson Alvarez has finally agreed to join Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce. He's set for a medical before he completes his transfer from West Ham United. (Fabrizio Romano)
Dortmund double: Borussia Dortmund could strike two deals in one with Chelsea. The Blues have offered Carney Chukwuemeka to the German club on a permanent basis and Aaron Anselmino on loan. (Sky Sport Germany)
Aug. 20
Liverpool return for Isak: Liverpool are ready to pounce in the wake of Alexander Isak's explosive statement about his broken relationship with Newcastle. The Reds will submit a £130-million offer for the Swede after the two clubs face each other in the league next week. (The Sun)
Deal for Donnarumma: Manchester City have an agreement in principle with Gianluigi Donnarumma over a four-year contract. Talks with PSG about a transfer fee will accelerate once Ederson completes his expected transfer to Galatasaray. (Nicolo Schira)
Inching closer: Chelsea's protracted pursuit of Alejandro Garnacho continues, with talks between the clubs advancing toward the final stage. The Manchester United winger turned down Bayern Munich this summer, and only wants to join Chelsea. (Fabrizio Romano)
Italians eye Rabiot: Marseille's decision to put Adrien Rabiot up for sale following his altercation with teammate Jonathan Rowe has alerted a trio of Serie A's top sides. AC Milan, Inter Milan, and former club Juventus are all considering a move for the French midfielder. (Foot Mercato)
West Ham scrambling: Desperate to bolster their squad after getting crushed by Sunderland in their season opener, West Ham have submitted bids for Southampton's Mateus Fernandes and Barcelona's Marc Casado. An offer for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos was already rejected. (The Guardian)
Rico a no-go: Nottingham Forest tried to sign Rico Lewis from Manchester City, but the 20-year-old is close to extending his contract with Pep Guardiola's team. His new deal will run until 2030, and will not include a release clause. (The Athletic)
Aug. 19
Leipzig eye reunion: Bayern Munich's inability to come to terms with Chelsea over a deal for Christopher Nkunku has allowed RB Leipzig to enter the mix. Nkunku would welcome a return to his former club. (The Athletic)
Unai's eyes on Nico: Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is a big fan of Nicolas Jackson, but the club can't pay over €60 million for the Chelsea striker while navigating financial restrictions. An initial loan deal is the likeliest solution. (The Telegraph)
Looking at Larsen: Newcastle United are considering a move for Wolverhampton Wanderers' Jorgen Strand Larsen. The Magpies' options are limited up front, with winger Anthony Gordon deputizing for the unsettled Alexander Isak in their league season opener. (The Athletic)
Romelu replacements: Napoli are seeking a striker following Romelu Lukaku's long-term injury. The Italian champions have contacted Genk's Tolu Arokodare after approaching Manchester United about Rasmus Hojlund yesterday. (Fabrizio Romano)
Fede's fight: Federico Chiesa and his representatives have informed Liverpool that they won't entertain a transfer this summer. The Italian attacker wants to compete for a regular place in Arne Slot's team. (Fabrizio Romano)
Costly Costa: FC Porto are expected to turn down Galatasaray's €20 million plus add-ons offer for goalkeeper Diogo Costa. But it isn't necessarily over. The Turkish club is prepared to submit a bigger offer for Costa if it can't sign Manchester City's Ederson. (Sky Sport Germany)
Aug. 18
Sancho rejects Roma: Manchester United were ready to accept Roma's offer worth around £20 million for Jadon Sancho, but the winger has informed the Italian side that he doesn't want to make the move. (Fabrizio Romano)
Man United change tack: Unable to land Carlos Baleba this summer, Manchester United have switched their focus to Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The Red Devils are mulling an official offer. (talkSPORT)
Gala keep trying: Negotiations between Galatasaray and Manchester City for goalkeeper Ederson continue. City have requested around €25 million after rejected the Turkish team's initial €10-million bid. The Brazilian netminder is keen on making the move. (Fabrizio Romano)
Frenkie's future: Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong still hasn't agreed to a contract extension with the Spanish champions. Now that he's entering the final year of his current deal, Arsenal are considering a move for the Dutch international. (Fichajes)
Chelsea told to look elsewhere: Chelsea identified Inter Milan center-back Alessandro Bastoni as the ideal signing in the wake of Levi Colwill's injury, but the Italian side rejected their €50-million offer. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Juve keep their captain: Juventus turned down a €25-million bid for Manuel Locatelli from Al-Ahli. The Saudi side is now trying to sign Denis Zakaria from Monaco, with talks over contract terms ongoing. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 17
Brazilian merry-go-round: Manchester City have identified Rodrygo as their top target should Savinho leave for Tottenham this summer. Despite other players being linked with City, the club's internal discussions have focused exclusively on the Real Madrid forward. (Fabrizio Romano)
Back for Baleba: Manchester United understand that Carlos Baleba can't be pried from Brighton & Hove Albion this summer, but the Red Devils will return to the negotiating table for the midfielder next summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Leaving Hojlund at home: Rasmus Hojlund was left out of Manchester United's squad for the team's Premier League opener against Arsenal, and has been told that he'll find minutes difficult to come by this season. The Dane still wants to stay, but multiple clubs are keen on a deal. (The Athletic)
The hunt for playing time: Arsenal, Manchester United, and Napoli are all considering a move for Lee Kang-in. The versatile South Korean, 24, is considering leaving European champions Paris Saint-Germain in order to get more minutes ahead of the World Cup. (Caught Offside)
Aug. 16
Bayern want Nkunku: Bayern Munich are trying to sign former RB Leipzig standout Christopher Nkunku. The forward has been unhappy at Chelsea for some time, and his current club is pushing for him to leave on a permanent basis rather than on loan. (The Athletic)
Newcastle's new striker?: Newcastle are interested in signing Goncalo Ramos as a potential replacement for disgruntled star Alexander Isak. The Portuguese international has said he wants to stay at PSG, but could be swayed by the promise of more playing time. (Sky Sports News)
Roma reject Inter offer: Inter were preparing an official bid for Manu Kone, but Roma have informed their Serie A peers that the midfielder isn't for sale. Gian Piero Gasperini considers the Frenchman a crucial part of his squad for the upcoming season. (Fabrizio Romano)
Eyes on Edon: Marseille are in advanced talks with Lille to sign winger Edon Zhegrova, but Juventus have also made contact to see if they can potentially hijack the deal in the closing weeks of the window. (Fabrizio Romano)