Manchester United back in on Kim? (Transferfeed via AbsolutFussball)
Reports have dropped for weeks now indicating that Bayern Munich was going to hang on to center-back Kim Min-jae, so it seems highly unlikely at this stage of the summer transfer window that the Bavarians would have a change of heart.
Well…maybe?
It seems very doubtful, but this story indicates that Manchester United might be willing to take a run at getting the big defender:
The Minjae Kim issue seemed to be settled at FC Bayern Munich . The South Korean center-back was long considered a potential
sale before the Munich management recently changed their minds and are once again counting on the 29-year-old. However, it appears the matter isn’t completely off the table. As reported by the website Transferfeed , Manchester United are again considering a possible signing of Kim.
Minjae Kim from FC Bayern.
Minjae Kim of FC Bayern. © Harry Langer/dpa
According to reports, Manchester United are closely monitoring the situation of the Bayern Munich defender and are currently exploring the market for potential defensive reinforcements. While there are reportedly no concrete talks between the two clubs or with the player’s representatives at present, Kim is said to be one of several options should Manchester United fail to find their preferred target later in the transfer window.
Given his status as the No.3 center-back, it would seem to be a little late in the game for the Bavarians to sell Kim. If — by some chance it was to happen — Bayern Munich would either have to ride with Hiroki Ito as the No.3 center-back or try to add someone else.
It was not all that long ago (roughly six weeks) that we first heard of Manchester United liking the Korean. So…maybe the Premier League club has re-thought its position and wants to take another chance?
We shall see…
Fenerbahçe could make move for Rashford (ESPN)
Fenerbahçe SK could be toying with the idea of a move for Marcus Rashford:
Fenerbahce are ready to make an ambitious move to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, according to The Sun. Barcelona boss Hansi Flick admitted that he would miss the 28-year-old when it was announced that he wouldn’t join the club permanently following his loan spell last season. And with United not looking to keep hold of him, the England winger is now on a three-man shortlist for the Turkish Super Lig club alongside AC Milan’s Rafael Leão and Crystal Palace’s Ismaïla Sarr — though they have so far failed to agree a deal with Leao during initial talks.
United wants to ward off Bayern, Spurs for Šeško (Sports Mole)
There is no chance that Bayern Munich is pursuing Benjamin Šeško during this transfer window, but that does not mean that Manchester United is not marking its territory:
Manchester United have reportedly made it clear that Benjamin Sesko is not for sale this summer amid interest from European heavyweights Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
There has been some speculation surrounding the striker’s future this summer, with Bayern believed to be long-term admirers of the Slovenia international.
Bayern have allegedly identified Sesko as a player capable of leading their line in the future, with Harry Kane potentially dropping into a deeper area.
Barcelona, meanwhile, are on the lookout for a new number nine following the departure of Robert Lewnandowski on a free transfer.
According to TEAMtalk, both Bayern and Barcelona have made enquiries this summer through intermediaries to determine whether a move would be possible.
The report claims that Tottenham Hotspur also launched an ambitious approach earlier in the window, but Man United made it clear that they have no intention of selling Sesko.
The interesting twist in this rumor is Tottenham Hotspur wanting the Slovenian. If Bayern Munich was to get involved with Šeško , it would not be until 2027 or 2028. Rest easy, Red Devils.
LFC, PSG working on deal for Barcola (ESPN)
Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain are engaged in talks for longtime Bayern Munich transfer target Bradley Barcola:
Talks have started between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain regarding the transfer of winger Bradley Barcola, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The Reds made an official offer to sign the France international worth over €100 million, but talks will continue with their initial attempt fell short of Les Parisiens’ €150 million demands. The 23-year-old wants to make the move to Liverpool, while Florian Plettenberg adds that Barcola is Liverpool’s top option and personal terms are not an issue.
At this point, it would be surprising if Barcola did not move to Liverpool.
Spurs eyeing Jackson? (To the Lane and Back)
Tottenham Hotspur must really be on the hunt for a striker, eh? Spurs are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea striker and former Bayern Munich sub Nicolas Jackson:
It emerged earlier this week that Tottenham are monitoring Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson. Spurs are one of the clubs showing interest in the 25-year-old, who is on the Blues’ chopping block this summer. There has been no official approach or direct contact between Spurs and Chelsea yet.
Have Spurs not their lesson by adding former Bayern Munich strikers?
PSG could make move for Torres (ESPN)
Paris Saint-Germain might be looking to bolster its ranks even more (someone stop this madness) and could try to get FC Barcelona attacker and Spain World Cup hero Ferran Torres:
Paris Saint-Germain want to speed up negotiations to complete the signing of Barcelona forward Ferran Torres this week, says Matteo Moretto. The Ligue 1 club are aiming to close a deal with the Blaugrana and are optimistic a €55 million deal for the 26-year-old could be closed quickly. Torres scored the winning goal in the World Cup final for Spain as they beat Argentina 1-0, which would have increased the value of his move.
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