1. Bayer Leverkusen Eyes Former Liverpool Defender Joel Matip After Free Transfer
Former Liverpool and Cameroon defender Joel Matip, 32, has attracted interest from Bayer Leverkusen. Matip departed Liverpool this summer on a free transfer, and his experience in the Premier League has made him a target for the German club as they seek to bolster their defensive lineup. [Sky Germany]
2. Joe Gomez Set to Stay at Liverpool Despite Newcastle Swap Deal Offer
England defender Joe Gomez has expressed his desire to remain at Liverpool this summer. Despite the club’s proposal to include the 27-year-old in a swap deal with Newcastle for England winger Anthony Gordon, 23, Gomez is not interested in moving away from Anfield. [Mirror]
3. Chelsea Might Target Celtic’s Matt O’Riley If Conor Gallagher Moves to Atletico Madrid
Chelsea is considering a move for Celtic’s Danish midfielder Matt O’Riley, 23, should Conor Gallagher, 24, make the switch to Atletico Madrid. Gallagher’s potential departure could prompt Chelsea to seek O’Riley as a replacement to strengthen their midfield. [Sky Sports]
4. Conor Gallagher Negotiates New Deal with Chelsea Amid Transfer Speculation
Conor Gallagher is currently exploring his options while remaining in discussions with Chelsea about a possible new contract. His future at the club remains uncertain as he is also linked with a move to Atletico Madrid. [Mail]
5. Borussia Dortmund Leads the Race for Hoffenheim’s Young Forward Maximilian Beier
Borussia Dortmund is at the forefront of the competition to sign Hoffenheim’s 21-year-old German forward Maximilian Beier. Both Chelsea and Aston Villa are also interested, but Dortmund is currently leading the chase for the promising talent. [Sky Germany]
6. AC Milan Makes Bid for Tottenham’s Emerson Royal
AC Milan has submitted an offer worth 15 million euros (£12.78 million), plus add-ons, for Brazilian defender Emerson Royal, 25, from Tottenham. The bid reflects AC Milan’s intent to strengthen their defense with the experienced full-back. [Fabrizio Romano]
7. Niclas Fullkrug Completes West Ham Medical Ahead of Transfer from Borussia Dortmund
Germany striker Niclas Fullkrug, 31, has successfully undergone a medical examination with West Ham as he prepares to complete his transfer from Borussia Dortmund. The move marks a significant addition to West Ham’s attacking options. [Sky Sports]
8. Leeds Interested in Loan Move for Liverpool’s Bobby Clark
Leeds United has shown interest in securing a loan deal for 19-year-old English midfielder Bobby Clark from Liverpool. Clark’s development at Liverpool has caught the attention of Leeds, who are keen to add young talent to their squad. [Football Insider]
9. Juventus Plans Major Squad Overhaul, Including Potential Sale of Federico Chiesa
Juventus is planning a significant squad overhaul this summer and is looking to offload up to eight players, including 26-year-old Italy forward Federico Chiesa. Chiesa has been linked with a move to Tottenham, and his departure could be part of Juventus’ broader restructuring efforts. [Mail]
10. Manchester United and Arsenal Show Interest in Federico Chiesa Amid Juventus Overhaul
Both Manchester United and Arsenal are exploring the possibility of a cut-price deal for Federico Chiesa, who is in the final year of his contract with Juventus. The Italian forward’s potential availability has caught the attention of the Premier League giants. [Teamtalk]
11. Everton May Need to Sell Jarrad Branthwaite Below Asking Price Due to Cashflow Issues
Everton might be compelled to sell England defender Jarrad Branthwaite, 22, for less than their desired price to address urgent cashflow concerns. The situation reflects broader financial challenges facing the club. [Football Insider]
