With the summer transfer window hots up, many well-known European clubs are making important steps.
Manchester City are reportedly eyeing a potential transfer for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, while Manchester United and other clubs are showing interest in Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who could be available at a reduced price.
Manchester City are exploring the possibility of signing Rodrygo from Real Madrid. Pep Guardiola’s side may look to reinforce their attacking options with departures such as Jack Grealish, Savinho, and James McAtee reportedly on the cards. Rodrygo, 24, has been a key figure for Real Madrid in recent seasons but has been the subject of transfer speculation for some time. Should an appropriate offer be tabled, the Spanish club may consider parting ways with the Brazilian winger.
Meanwhile, PSG are prepared to let goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma leave for a fee of around £26 million. The Italy international has just entered the final year of his contract and PSG are reportedly unwilling to risk losing him on a free transfer next summer. Manchester United are among the clubs interested, as they seek to bolster their goalkeeping options and add competition for current first-choice André Onana. Donnarumma has also drawn attention from Inter Milan, adding further intrigue to his future.
In another high-profile potential deal, Chelsea are reportedly open to including forward Christopher Nkunku in a swap agreement to secure the services of attacking midfielder Xavi Simons. The 27-year-old Simons is wanted by his current Bundesliga club, who are also demanding a substantial transfer fee. Nkunku, who arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2023, struggled for consistency last season, managing just three league goals. Despite his potential, he found limited opportunities, with most of his appearances coming off the bench.
Newcastle United, still in search of a proven striker, may have found their target in Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson. The 24-year-old is reportedly keen on a move to St. James’ Park and could become a viable option for manager Eddie Howe. Newcastle have been seeking alternatives after missing out on Manchester United’s Benjamin Sesko. Jackson enjoyed a solid season in the Premier League, contributing 15 goals in 30 matches, and could be open to a switch after speculation about his future at Chelsea.
In the Saudi Pro League, Al Nassr are reportedly close to landing Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman. According to reports, the 29-year-old France international has agreed to personal terms with the club and is set to earn up to €30 million per season. Coman has had an illustrious decade with Bayern, winning 20 major trophies and famously scoring the winning goal in the 2020 UEFA Champions League final. However, his reduced playing time last season, with fewer than half of Bundesliga matches started, may have prompted him to consider a move.
With the transfer window closing soon, clubs across Europe are racing to finalize deals that could reshape their squads ahead of the new season.
