Real Madrid said no to Van Dijk
In difficulty in central defense due to recurring injuries (Rüdiger, Militao and Alaba), Real Madrid was offered the services of Virgil Van Dijk via its agents. A request to which the Madrid club responded negatively, according to Relevo. The Dutch defender has still not extended and could have arrived free.
- Our opinion : Considering his season, Van Dijk has a better chance of staying at Liverpool.
Kolo Muani, it's becoming clearer
According to information from our colleagues at Sky Italia, negotiations continue between PSG and Juventus Turin for the transfer of Randal Kolo Muani. If the striker's salary is high, the Piedmontese club is ready to accelerate in the coming days.
- Our opinion : It's not easy to find a solution that suits everyone in this deal. But Kolo Muani will certainly push to leave.
Manchester United don't forget Nuno Mendes
RMC Sport reveals this Monday that Manchester United are very interested in Nuno Mendes with a view to a summer transfer. Information confirmed by Sky Sports. At the end of the contract in the summer of 2026, Nuno Mendes and PSG would be at a standstill regarding a possible extension. The Portuguese defender would like to leave the club this summer and the pronounced interest of the Red Devils would not leave the player indifferent.
Our opinion : Everything still seems possible on this file…
RC Lens hopes for at least 40 million for Abdukodir Khusanov
We now know the claims of Lens and it will be necessary to pay at least 40 million to secure the services of Abdukodir Khusanov, according to information from Foot Mercato. Sensation of the RC Lens defense this season, Abdukodir Khusanov should leave during this transfer window. If Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund, Naples, Juventus and Bayer Leverkusen were already interested, it is Real Madrid which has just joined the list of suitors for the Sang et Or defender.
Our opinion : The competition will be very high for the Uzbek defender.
Marcus Rashford to Milan?
Eager to find a base for Marcus Rashford, Manchester United could send their English striker on loan to AC Milan, according to Gianluca Di Marzio. Rashford's substantial salary coupled with the fact that he no longer fits into the Red Devils' plans make him undesirable. A loan could be a first step before a sale this summer.
Our opinion : A striker of his profile would be welcome for Milan.
Zirkzee back in Serie A?
After leaving Bologna this summer, Joshua Zirkzee could return to Italy on loan. Juventus could sign Manchester United striker, reports Gianluca Di Marzio. The Bianconeri are reportedly looking for a player to replace the still injured Milik. Joshua Zirkzee could reunite with Thiago Motta, his former coach at Bologna.
Our opinion : A return to Serie A could be even more beneficial alongside the ex-Parisian.
Vlahovic targeted by Arsenal and Manchester United
According to information from CaughtOffside, Arsenal and Manchester United are in competition to welcome Dusan Vlahovic. Juventus would demand 65 million for their striker. PSG, which had also shown its interest in the Serbian, will therefore have to deal with competition from two giants of the Premier League.
Our opinion : Juventus will not release him without having found his replacement.
Matic could leave OL
We stay in Italy, where Sky announces that the Como club, promoted to Serie A, is interested in Nemanja Matic. It now remains to find an agreement between the parties, which does not look easy.
- Our opinion : Matic, a man of experience that Como would really need. But we will have to convince OL and the player…
Still speaks out on the transfer window
Aware of Lens' offensive difficulties, coach Will Still said that he “would be happy to sign players at 25-30 million euros“if he could, after the home defeat against Toulouse (1-0) on Sunday during the sixteenth day of Ligue 1.”But there is a financial reality within the club, within French football, which does not allow us to do so.he clarified. The only thing I can control is training tomorrow morning.” “RC Lens has proven in the past that it was capable of competing despite this financial deficit and players perhaps a little less sexy on paper, so we will continue“, he concluded.
- Our opinion : Lens has changed its policy on the transfer window, with the desire to reduce spending and limit costs. A situation that is not really easy for Still.
Cherki, Atalanta tries it
In today's edition, the Italian daily The Press indicates that Atalanta Bergamo, in contention to win the title this season, are interested in Rayan Cherki. The Lombard club would like to take advantage of OL's need to sell certain players to recruit the international Espoirs from January.
- Our opinion : It's difficult to imagine OL parting ways with Cherki in the middle of the season, but nothing can be ruled out given the cash situation and the requests from the DNCG…
Rayan Cherki, scorer against Olympiakos in the Europa League.
Credit: Imago
Danso, a hot market?
Close to a departure for AS Roma last summer, Kevin Danso ultimately had to abandon this transfer due to a problem with the medical examination. But the Lens defender could still discover Serie A soon: according to information from La Gazzetta dello SportJuventus Turin would study his profile to strengthen their defense.
- Our opinion : In the event of a good offer, Lens could consider parting ways with Danso.
Monaco's tracks for its attack
Falorin Balogun injured for a long period, AS Monaco is looking for a new striker during this transfer window. One of the Principality club's targets is Danish striker from Sturm Graz, Mika Biereth. Monaco would like to loan the striker, author of 14 goals and 5 assists in 25 matches in all competitions this season. His club is demanding a transfer of at least 20 million euros, reports Foot Mercato. Other tracks: Adi Hütter and Tolu Arokodare. The Genk striker stands out this season with 13 goals and 5 assists in 20 games. AS Monaco still has Breel Embolo and George Ilenikhena in its ranks…
Our opinion : New competition could be good for the ASM workforce.
Reims will lose Emmanuel Agbadou
It has been in the air for a few days, Emmanuel Agbadou will leave Stade de Reims to join Wolverhampton. An agreement was reached between the two clubs for €16 million (plus €4 million in bonuses) and a four and a half year contract. The signing should take place before the weekend, according to Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic. Emmanuel Agbadou had his medical examination this Monday.
Our opinion : A great financial transaction for Reims.
