Manchester United and Liverpool are both monitoring Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell, according to the latest transfer speculation. The 27-year-old left-back has drawn attention from both Premier League giants as they look to strengthen their defensive options.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa forward Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly being watched by clubs in La Liga following a difficult loan spell at Villa Park. Garnacho, who joined Villa from Chelsea this summer, has struggled to establish himself, prompting interest from Spanish sides.
In Liverpool, Julian Ward is set to return as sporting director. The 45-year-old will transition from his role as Fenway Sports Group’s technical director to replace Richard Hughes, resuming a position he previously held during the 2022-23 season.
Bayern Munich have also expressed interest in Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. The 26-year-old England international is on the radar of the Bundesliga champions.
At Arsenal, the club plans to use the upcoming September international break to conclude negotiations on a new long-term contract for Declan Rice. Although Arsenal hold an option to extend the England midfielder’s current deal by 12 months, reports suggest they prefer to secure him on a longer term in line with manager Mikel Arteta’s policy for key players.
Liverpool remain determined to retain Florian Wirtz, despite German giants Bayern Munich reportedly making inquiries through the player’s representatives. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder is viewed as a crucial figure at Anfield.
Chelsea continue to track 15-year-old Gambian midfielder Adama Jeng from Samger FC, with Bayern Munich, Benfica, Sporting, and Paris FC also circling the highly rated youth prospect.
In other European news, AC Milan and Roma are exploring a loan deal for Real Madrid forward Endrick, pending approval from president Florentino Perez. Additionally, Barcelona have scouted 19-year-old Brazilian defender Arthur Dias from Athletico Paranaense, who had previously attracted strong interest from Tottenham.
Finally, reports from Spain indicate that Arsenal came within steps of signing Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid this summer, with sources suggesting the Real Madrid squad believed the move was imminent before it ultimately fell through.
Chelsea chasing a 15-year-old now? They really are building an entire youth pipeline. Good luck with Adama Jeng!
Bayern want Gibbs-White? Bold. Nottingham Forest would ask for a record fee before they’d let England’s best midfielder leave.
Miracle Mitchell isn’t joining United or Liverpool then! Finally, some transfer news that doesn’t feel like clickbait nonsense.
Vinicius to Arsenal? Sounds like complete fantasy football gossip. Madrid would never sell him this cheap.
Wait, Garnacho went to Villa? I thought that was a rumor. Glad he’s getting a fresh start elsewhere, even if it’s in La Liga.
I didn’t know Julian Ward was returning to Liverpool! That’s a significant appointment for FSG’s technical strategy.
Arsenal are playing the long game with Rice. Smart move to avoid a contract cliff rather than just extending for another year.