Latest transfer news and rumors: Real Madrid join race for Mainoo

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Top story: Derbi Madrileno for Mainoo

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are entering the race to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United. The city rivals are joining several Premier League clubs who have already registered their interest in the 20-year-old midfielder, who has seen his opportunities become limited under Ruben Amorim.

The Madrid clubs are considering signing Mainoo on a season-long loan. Real Madrid, in particular, could accelerate for the England international if they sell Dani Ceballos to Marseille. Adam Wharton is also a potential option for the 15-time European Cup winners. (Daily Mail)

Other rumors

Aug. 27

No convincing Isak: Newcastle chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan and co-owner Jamie Reuben met with disgruntled striker Alexander Isak, but the Swede made it clear that he still wants to leave for Liverpool before the transfer window closes. (The Telegraph)

Bruno's next move: Bruno Fernandes is open to joining a team in MLS or the Saudi Pro League next year. The Portuguese star wants to remain at Manchester United ahead of the 2026 World Cup, but would consider leaving after the tournament. (Daily Mail)

Garnacho not budging: Alejandro Garnacho has rejected a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, and only wants to join Chelsea. The Red Devils are still holding out for £50 million, but the Blues are only willing to offer £35 million. Time is running out for the sides to strike a deal. (The Guardian)

Barca eye Vanderson: Barcelona are considering a late move for Monaco right-back Vanderson. The Catalan club has been monitoring the 24-year-old for some time, but their financial issues and Monaco's €25-million valuation have been stumbling blocks. (ESPN)

Rabiot could return to Italy: AC Milan have approached midfielder Adrien Rabiot's camp about a potential return to Serie A. The Frenchman, formerly of Juventus, has been put on the transfer list by Marseille after an explosive fight with ex-teammate Jonathan Rowe. (Fabrizio Romano)

BVB love shopping in England: Fresh off the signings of Carney Chukwuemeka and Aaron Anselmino from Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund are now on the verge of acquiring Portuguese striker Fabio Silva from Wolves for €26.5 million. (The Athletic)

Kevin!: Fulham are making progress in talks for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin and AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze. The former could cost around €40 million, while the latter is valued at €25 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Aug. 26

Bayern close to landing Jackson: Bayern Munich are trying to land Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea. The German giants have an agreement in place with the Senegalese striker, and are now negotiating with the Blues to close the deal. Bayern want to sign Jackson on an initial loan. (BILD)

Donnarumma talks progressing: Manchester City are making progress in their pursuit of Gianluigi Donnarumma. PSG have reduced their initial €50-million asking price, and are willing to accept around €35 million. The deal still depends on Ederson leaving for Galatasaray. (Fabrizio Romano)

More money for Hojlund: Rasmus Hojlund will get a raise if he agrees to leave Manchester United for Napoli. Talks are advancing over an initial loan deal with an option to buy worth around €45 million. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Magpies won't give up: Newcastle will make another attempt to sign Jorgen Strand Larsen after having a £50-million bid rejected. Wolves want to extend the big striker's contract, but could still be tempted to sell him if the Magpies return with an offer in excess of £75 million. (The Telegraph)

One in, one out: Arsenal and Porto are in talks over a deal for Jakub Kiwior. The Portuguese club has offered a package worth €25 million. If the two sides strike a deal, Arsenal can turn around and replace Kiwior with Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie. (Fabrizio Romano)

Replacing Eze: Crystal Palace are working to sign Yeremy Pino from Villarreal. Negotiations are at an advanced stage between the clubs, and the deal could ultimately be worth around €50 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Aug. 25

NLD for Hincapie: Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are set to do battle once again in the transfer market. After the Gunners beat Spurs to the signing of Eberechi Eze, the two clubs are now both chasing Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie. His contract has a €60-million release clause. (The Athletic)

Newcastle bracing themselves: Newcastle are ready for Liverpool to submit an improved bid for striker Alexander Isak before the transfer window closes. The Reds already had one offer worth £110 million rejected. (iNews)

Real Madrid step in: Tottenham submitted a €70-million offer to sign Nico Paz from Como, but Real Madrid, who have a buyback clause and are heavily invested in the playmaker's future, blocked the deal. Madrid want Paz to keep developing at Como before returning to Spain in 2026. (Fabrizio Romano)

Race for Rodrygo: Manchester City aren't alone in their pursuit of Real Madrid forward Rodrygo. Arsenal and Liverpool both retain interest in the Brazilian forward, but nobody has presented an official offer yet. (Marca)

Harder in demand: AC Milan have pivoted to Conrad Harder after their deal for Victor Boniface fell apart due to a medical issue. The Rossoneri are offering €27 million in total plus a 10% sell-on clause, but Rennes are also in talks with Sporting CP about the Danish striker. (Fabrizio Romano)

Familiar face for Palace: Crystal Palace have approached Atletico Madrid over a deal to bring Conor Gallagher back to Selhurst Park. Talks are at an early stage over a potential loan move. (Fabrizio Romano)

Aug. 24

Al-Ittihad eye Bruno: Al-Ittihad want to sign Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes in the final week of the summer transfer window. The Portuguese midfielder is open to the move, and has asked the Saudi club for £33 million per season. (The Sun)

Spurs willing to go big: Tottenham are willing to pay more than €70 million to sign Savinho from Manchester City. The Brazilian winger is keen on the move, but it's unclear if Manchester City will sanction the sale. (Fabrizio Romano)

Man United's new 'keeper: Manchester United are making progress in their pursuit of Senne Lammens. The Royal Antwerp netminder has already agreed to personal terms. The Belgian club wants €25 million, while the Red Devils have offered a €20-million package. (Fabrizio Romano)

Boniface deal on the rocks: Victor Boniface's transfer to AC Milan is on the verge of collapsing after an issue with the striker's medical tests. Boniface is returning to Germany, and AC Milan will soon make a final decision on whether or not to proceed with the move. (Fabrizio Romano)

Big money for Mora: Al-Ittihad have offered FC Porto €63 million for teen sensation Rodrigo Mora. Their proposal would also see Porto retain 10% of the 18-year-old's economic rights, but Porto won't accept any offer worth under €70 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Aug. 23

Wharton won't be cheap: Real Madrid are yet to find natural replacements for Toni Kroos and Luka Modric. The club admires Adam Wharton, but it's understood an €80-million offer wouldn't even be enough for Crystal Palace to "pick up the phone." (AS)

Greek grab: Roma have identified Kostas Tsimikas as the ideal signing to compete with Angelino for a left-back berth, but negotiations with Liverpool could be tricky. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

City slimming down squad: Ilkay Gundogan and Manuel Akanji weren't part of Manchester City's matchday squad Saturday as they could leave the club in the coming days. Ederson was on the bench. (Fabrizio Romano)

Fabio could go: Numerous clubs have approached Arsenal to discuss Fabio Vieira's availability. The Portuguese midfielder could depart on loan before the transfer window shuts. (Sky Sport Germany)

Aug. 22

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 again despite his anger with the club for not allowing him to join Newcastle. The Bees rejected a bid from the Magpies worth up to £40 million this week. (BBC Sport)

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)

Aug. 21

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)

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)