Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Kobbie Mainoo seeks Man Utd exit as Real Madrid join several clubs in chase for unhappy midfielder

AC Milian eyeing move for Marseille's Rabiot

Per Fabrizio Romano, AC Milan have approached Rabiot representatives as they plan to sign the French midfielder this summer from Marseille. The Serie A giants are yet to approach the Ligue 1 with a formal offer, however, they are unlikely to include Ismael Benacer as part of a swap deal.

Chelsea prepare for 'bitter' war with Liverpool over Ngumoha

Liverpool and Chelsea are set to be entangled in a 'bitter' legal war over Reds sensation Rio Ngumoha. The teenager, who turns 17 this Friday, left the Blues' academy last year and joined Liverpool's youth system.

After his heroics at St James' Park, Liverpool are set to offer Ngumoha his first professional contract, which will be valid for one year, once the forward turns 17 this Friday. However, the Reds will enter a legal war with Premier League rivals Chelsea over a sizeable compensation fee for the youngster, according to The Telegraph.

Madrid step up Wharton pursuit amid Ceballos exit rumours

According to a report from AS, Real Madrid could step up their efforts to sign Wharton from Crystal Palace this summer, especially if Ceballos departs to join Marseille. Per the report, Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso believes that Ceballos' departure will leave the midfield without adequate depth, considering that Jude Bellingham will not return until October and Eduardo Camavinga having been ruled out until mid-September.

Liverpool youngster signs new contract

According to The Athletic, McConnell has put pen to paper on a new five-year contract with Liverpool and will soon head out to the Netherlands, where he will spend the 2025-26 season on loan with Ajax. The 20-year-old made his Champions League debut in January earlier this year and will link up with former Reds coach John Heitinga in Amsterdam.

Real Madrid enter race for Mainoo amid Man Utd standoff

The Guardian earlier reported that a frustrated Mainoo wants to leave United before the summer transfer window closes next Monday, after being frozen out by manager Amorim.

Now, according to the Daily Mail, several Premier League clubs, along with Madrid giants Real and Atletico, have shown interest in signing the United sensation. The clubs from the Spanish capital are eyeing a season-long loan move for the English midfielder.

Chelsea hoping to agree bargain £25m fee for Garnacho

According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea are hoping to negotiate a bargain £25 million ($33.7m) transfer fee with Manchester United for their out-of-favour winger Alejandro Garnacho before the summer transfer window closes. Garnacho is in Ruben Amorim's 'bomb squad' after his fallout with the manager following the Europa League final loss to Tottenham last season.

Man Utd told to 'get Scott McTominay back' by club legend

Teddy Sheringham has told Manchester United to bring Scott McTominay back to the club after his Napoli heroics.

Sheringham told Snabbare: "I would definitely go with Sesko up front and Matheus Cunha just off him. That leaves it tough for Fernandes in midfield but he's obviously the captain and has been playing very, very well the last couple of years with his performances and his goals. I would get McTominay back if I could and put him in alongside Fernandes in midfield to add a bit of steel but obviously that was a permanent move. He's not coming back. So you’ve got Casemiro. His legs are gone so it’s going to be tough to play him there so he’d need a lot of help from Fernandes and Cunha."

Barca cleared to register Szczesny as Pena nears transfer

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barca have settled their goalkeeping puzzle with a double move with backup goalkeeper Pena has agreed a new contract with Barca until 2029 but will immediately go out on loan to Elche in La Liga, where he will have the chance to play regular football. His departure also helps the Catalan giants financially, as his wages are partly shifted off the books, a key step to registering Szczesny.

Mainoo wants out of Man Utd after Amorim exile

Per the Guardian, Kobbie Mainoo wants to leave United after being frozen out by manager Ruben Amorim. He has struggled for minutes since returning from injury in December of last year, and he was also hit with a muscle injury that saw him miss seven games between February and April. Mainoo has not played for United this season and now, he is seeking an exit before next week's transfer deadline.

Onana in line for shock transfer to new Premier League club

According to United In Focus, Andre Onana has attracted interest from West Ham, who are plotting a loan move for the Cameroon international. Graham Potter did sign Mads Hermansen this summer, but it seems the ex-Chelsea boss wants to further strengthen the goalkeeping position.

Olise exit clause?! Bayern director avoids question amid fresh rumours

Bayern Munich chief Christoph Freund was not interested in addressing rumours suggesting Michael Olise has an exit clause in his contract.

Freund told reporters: "As a matter of principle, we never talk about the contents of the contract. If I were to say something along those lines, then we would talk about it. Our goal is for Michael to stay at FC Bayern for a long time. He is an extraordinary talent, an extraordinary player, and he works very hard to keep getting better - at his very high level."

Tottenham midfielder close to exit after Super Cup omission

According to The Telegraph's Mike McGrath, Tottenham are in talks with Galatasaray as they look to engineer an exit for Bissouma. The Mali midfielder, who was dropped from Frank's squad for the UEFA Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain due to ill-discipline, could join the Turkish giants on loan with an obligation for the deal to be made permanent next year.

Isak tells Newcastle owners he still wants Liverpool move

Per the Telegraph, Newcastle sent a delegation to Isak's home, including co-owner Jamie Reuben, but they were unable to convince the Sweden international to return to training in the north-east. He wants to move to Liverpool, and has made that clear, but Newcastle are adamant that they are yet to receive a bid that matches their valuation.

Bayer Leverkusen complete signing of Vazquez

Former Real Madrid star Lucas Vazquez has completed his move to Bundesliga giants Bayer Leverkusen as a free agent.

Chelsea exploring Fermin transfer as talks opened

Chelsea are ramping up their interest in Fermin Lopez, and they hope to lure the player away from Catalunya, given Barcelona's stacked midfield options. The Athletic has confirmed that the Blues have made contact with Fermin's representatives to discuss a potential deal, however, they are yet to reach out to the Catalan giants with an official proposal. Contrasting reports from Catalan outlet SPORT claim an offer of €50 million (£43m) has been made.

Betis finally reach agreement in principle to re-sign Antony

Antony’s turbulent spell at Manchester United looks to be drawing to a close, with it reported that Real Betis have reached an agreement in principle to bring the winger back to Spain. The Brazilian has been frozen out under United boss Ruben Amorim, who wasted no time in signalling that the 25-year-old had no role in his long-term project at Old Trafford.

Bayern chief 'not denying' Jackson pursuit amid Chelsea talks

Bayern Munich's sporting director, Christoph Freund, has hinted at the Bundesliga side's pursuit of Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson, with personal terms agreed.

Chelsea midfielder Chukwuemeka joins Borussia Dortmund

Chelsea have officially confirmed the departure of Carney Chukwuemeka, who has completed a permanent move to Borussia Dortmund until 2030. He made only 32 appearances across three years with the Blues after arriving from Aston Villa in a £15m deal as a highly rated teenager. The deal is worth £21m plus £3m in performance-related clauses, pushing Chelsea’s player sales this summer close to £250m.

Kovac signs an extension with Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has been handed a new contract until June 30, 2027.

Boniface opens up on failed Milan move

Victor Boniface speaks out again after his failed transfer to AC Milan and admits he considered retirement due to his recurring knee problems.

Speaking on a live stream, Boniface said: "The transfer didn't work out because of my past injuries. I had two injuries to my right knee, and the problem has persisted for a long time. At one point, I had given up."