Latest transfer news and rumors: Ronaldo to end transfer speculation

With the Premier League transfer window now open, and the rest of Europe's top leagues preparing to do business July 1, the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in every day for all the latest buzz from across the soccer world.

Top story: Ronaldo staying for another year

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to finalize a deal to play for Al-Nassr for an extra year. The Portuguese forward said earlier in June that he didn't plan to move following speculation that he would join a team competing at the Club World Cup.

After his contract renewal in Riyadh, the next big decision that awaits Ronaldo is what happens after the 2026 World Cup. There's a chance that he retires after Portugal's expected participation in the tournament. (Arriyadiyah)

Other rumors

June 23

Keen on Kean: Manchester United could trigger Moise Kean's €52-million release clause next month, but they may face serious competition for the Fiorentina striker from Saudi club Al-Qadsiah. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Ollie to OT: Manchester United's striker search has also led them to consider an approach for Ollie Watkins, but they will need to pay Aston Villa a significant sum to bring him to Old Trafford. (Fichajes)

Cranky Konate: Ibrahima Konate is disappointed with the structure of Liverpool's contract offer, raising fears that the club could lose another key player on a free transfer. His contract expires in June 2026. (The Guardian)

Gundo wants to stay: Ilkay Gundogan intends to see out the final year of his Manchester City contract amid links with Galatasaray. "I'm very happy here – I think everybody knows that," he said. (The Guardian)

Barca bargain hunting: Barcelona plan to sign FC Copenhagen winger Roony Bardghji next week for as little as €2 million plus add-ons and a sell-on clause. (Fabrizio Romano)

Fati on the move: Ansu Fati could have a medical with Monaco in the coming days after the club and the winger's current employers, Barcelona, agreed on a loan deal with option to buy. (Fabrizio Romano)

Busy Bayer: Bayer Leverkusen have opened talks to sign Malik Tillman from PSV Eindhoven. The midfielder has impressed at the Gold Cup for the United States men's national team. (Sky Sport Germany)

June 22

Chelsea eyeing Kolo Muani: Juventus' attempts to extend Randal Kolo Muani's loan could be scuppered by Chelsea, who are ready to begin negotiations for the Paris Saint-Germain forward. (L'Equipe)

Barca plan for the future: Barcelona are considering a move for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez next summer. Robert Lewandowski's contract is set to expire in 2026, and Barca are eyeing possible replacements. (Diario Sport)

Bayern won't give up: Nico Williams already has a contract agreement in place with Barcelona, which is his preferred destination, but Bayern Munich remain hopeful they can convince the winger to join them. (Mundo Deportivo)

Details of Quansah move: Bayer Leverkusen have agreed to a deal with Liverpool for Jarell Quansah worth up to £35 million. The Premier League champions will have a buyback option, though. (Fabrizio Romano)

Guehi taking his time: Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is prepared to see out the final year of his contract and leave for free if he doesn't get an offer that he considers suitable this summer. (The Guardian)

Inter vs. Napoli again: Serie A titans Inter and Napoli, who just went toe-to-toe for the Scudetto, are now set to fight for Rasmus Hojlund, who's open to leaving Manchester United and returning to Italy. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

June 21

Chelsea could dump Jackson: Chelsea are considering getting rid of Nicolas Jackson after his costly red card against Flamengo in the Club World Cup. Juventus held exploratory talks with the 24-year-old's camp, while Napoli are monitoring the situation. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

No Isak move for Reds: Premier League champions Liverpool, who just sealed the record-breaking signing of Florian Wirtz, are not working on a deal for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak despite consistent links. (The Telegraph)

Juve back in the mix for Sancho: Juventus are interested in signing Jadon Sancho from Manchester United. The Bianconeri previously showed interest in the winger before he joined Chelsea last season. (Sky Sports)

Como want Antony: Ambitious Serie A club Como made an attempt to sign Antony from Manchester United this week, but the Brazilian winger prefers to return to Real Betis after his fruitful loan spell last season. (Fabrizio Romano)

Onana's replacement: With Andre Onana attracting interest from Ligue 1 side Monaco, Manchester United are considering a move for 24-year-old Atalanta netminder Marco Carnesecchi. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

PSG need to pony up: Champions League holders PSG have submitted an improved £55-million offer for Illia Zabarnyi, but Bournemouth value the Ukrainian defender at over £70 million. (Sky Sports)

Monaco face competition for Pogba: Monaco have yet to finalize a deal to sign free-agent midfielder Paul Pogba, which has opened the door for Saudi club Al-Ittihad to enter the mix. (Foot Mercato)

Atleti's latest left-back option: Having failed to make meaningful progress in their pursuit of Andy Robertson, Atletico Madrid are now preparing an £8-million offer for Aston Villa's Lucas Digne. (Football Insider)

June 20

Reds complete full-back overhaul: Liverpool have reached an agreement with Bournemouth to sign left-back Milos Kerkez for around £40 million. The Hungarian international will undergo a medical next week. (The Athletic)

Defensive dominoes: When Jarell Quansah completes his transfer to Leverkusen, Liverpool will immediately try to add Marc Guehi. If Guehi moves, Crystal Palace would like to replace him with Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande. (Fabrizio Romano)

Monitoring Madueke: Arsenal are among the clubs keeping tabs on Chelsea winger Noni Madueke's situation this summer. The Blues constantly being linked with new forwards and wingers could be a sign that they consider Madueke expendable. (The Telegraph)

Battle for Joao Pedro: Chelsea are considering entering the race for Brighton forward Joao Pedro. Newcastle are already in talks over a £60-million deal for the Brazilian, but a late offer from the Blues could drive up the price. (The Sun)

Barca could buy Bardghji: Barcelona have made initial contact to get more information about a potential deal for Copenhagen teenager Roony Bardghji. Barcelona are monitoring the 19-year-old winger, and view any potential deal as separate from their pursuit of Nico Williams. (Fabrizio Romano)

Gala like Gundo: Manchester City would let Ilkay Gundogan leave after Galatasaray expressed interest in the veteran midfielder. Gundogan, who has Turkish parents, is open to joining the Istanbul club. (The Guardian)

Turning attention to Palhinha: After deciding against an opulent deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, Manchester United are exploring the possibility of landing Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich. (GiveMeSport)

Suitors for Weah: Tottenham and Everton are both interested in signing versatile Juventus winger Tim Weah. RB Leipzig, who have long been following the U.S. international, are also mulling an offer. (Foot Mercato)

June 19

Barca, Williams agree to terms: Barcelona are trying to create cap space after agreeing to a contract with Nico Williams. Athletic Bilbao accept Williams is as good as gone and that they're powerless to stop him from leaving if Barcelona find the funds to activate his release clause. (The Athletic)

Record bid for Isak: Liverpool are prepared to break the British transfer record for a second time in quick succession for Alexander Isak. The Reds hope to tempt Newcastle with an offer slightly above the £116 million they've agreed to pay Bayer Leverkusen for Florian Wirtz. (GiveMeSport)

Newcastle in for Rashford: Newcastle are determined to not only keep Isak but partner him with Marcus Rashford. While Manchester United would prefer to sell Rashford outright, the Magpies are only interested in a season-long loan. (The Sun)

Napoli in talks for Nunez: Antonio Conte's side has opened talks to sign Liverpool's Darwin Nunez, who's expected to leave Anfield this summer. Napoli are searching for attacking reinforcements and have also been linked with pending free agent Jonathan David. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Napoli also bid for O'Riley: The Serie A champions are ready to spend money and hoping Brighton & Hove Albion will consider selling Matt O'Riley for €30 million. Atalanta and Roma are also interested in the Danish midfielder, who joined the Seagulls last summer for a similar fee. (Sky Sports)

Zubimendi deal intact: Arsenal will pay Real Sociedad a little more than Martin Zubimendi's €60-million release clause so they can spread out their payments over a longer period of time. There's no concern that the deal will fall apart. (Fabrizio Romano)

Chelsea prioritizing Gittens: Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca views Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens as the ideal right-footed left-winger for his system. The Blues are likely to improve on the £42-million bid Dortmund rejected earlier this month. (The Guardian)

Emi Martinez wants Man United: Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez told Manchester United he wants to join them. Villa would consider a sale if it helped them comply with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules. (GiveMeSport)

Saudis won't give up on Theo: Al-Hilal haven't pulled their offer for AC Milan left-back Theo Hernandez, who has so far resisted a move to Saudi Arabia. The Rossoneri are looking to sell the French international for €30 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

June 18

Son to discuss Spurs future: Son Heung-min is set for talks with Tottenham Hotspur, with Al-Ahli, Al-Nassr, and Al-Qadsiah expected to approach the north London side with offers worth €40 million. (talkSPORT)

Race for CHO: Manchester United will rival Napoli and Roma for a chance to sign Nottingham Forest's Callum Hudson-Odoi. But Forest could resist and attempt to sign the winger to an extension. (The Sun)

Napoli want Sancho: Jadon Sancho might be offered a fresh start in Italy. Serie A champions Napoli may attempt to sign the Manchester United outcast following his unsuccessful loan spell at Chelsea. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

EPL teams eyeing Simons: RB Leipzig could make a profit on Xavi Simons just months after signing him for €50 million. At least four Premier League clubs have been linked with the €70-million rated player. (Bild)

Barca not giving up: Although they were rejected by Liverpool, Barcelona are still hoping to sign Luis Diaz. He's considered a "priority" despite reports saying Barca are interested in Nico Williams. (Diario AS)

Duo keen on Rogers: Arsenal and Chelsea appear as though they'll revive their interest in Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. However, Villa are expected to resist offers for the 22-year-old forward. (Daily Mail)

June 17

United open talks with Ekitike: Manchester United have held exploratory talks with representatives of Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike about joining this summer after missing out on previous targets. (ESPN)

Williams race dwindles down: Arsenal and Chelsea have all but given up hope of signing Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. Barcelona appear to be favorites, while Bayern Munich could also enter the fray. (The Athletic)

Bayern's long list: In addition to tracking the younger Williams brother, Bayern Munich are interested in Rafael Leao, Bradley Barcola, and Eberechi Eze. (ESPN)

Arsenal eyeing Laporte: Arsenal have entered the mix for former Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte. The Spain international plays for Al-Hilal but is interested in returning to Europe. (AS)

Son could flee the nest: Tottenham Hotspur would sell Son Heung-min, but only after the club has completed its lucrative preseason tour of South Korea. Son turns 33 next month and has one year left on a contract worth £200,000 per week. (The Times)

Blues inquire about Fofana: Chelsea's efforts to strengthen their attack could lead to a move for Lyon winger Malick Fofana. The Blues recently contacted Lyon about the 20-year-old's availability. (L'Equipe)

Grealish wanted in Italy: Jack Grealish may have a chance to reunite with former Manchester City teammate Kevin De Bruyne this summer, as Napoli are interested in him. (The Telegraph)