Manchester United are set to open negotiations with Barcelona over the signing of defender Alejandro Balde, while Chelsea are set to receive a bid from Manchester City for midfielder Enzo Fernández. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.
Trending rumors
Alejandro Balde made 60 LaLiga appearances for Barcelona over the past two seasons as the club won back-to-back titles. Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images - Alejandro Balde could leave Barcelona with Manchester United having shown an interest in the left back, according to Nicolo Schira. It is expected that there will be direct talks with his agent, Jorge Mendes, very soon about a potential move for the 22-year-old. Sources told ESPN on Monday that the Red Devils were monitoring Balde's situation due to concerns that Luke Shaw will not be able to play three games a week in the Premier League and UEFA Champions League. United also enquired about Newcastle United's Lewis Hall earlier in the transfer window.
- A proposal from Manchester City is coming for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, Fabrizio Romano reports. It is unknown exactly when the Citizens will make their move for the 25-year-old, but they will be strong in their approach. An agreement regarding personal terms shouldn't be an issue, especially as the Argentina international has given a green light to proceed. Nicolo Schira adds that Fernández is pushing for the move, while the Citizens are confident of completing a deal for €130m.
Other rumors
- Chelsea are exploring a deal for Aston Villa's Emiliano Martínez as they aim to sign a goalkeeper before the transfer window deadline. (Football Insider)
- Atlético Madrid have made contact with Juventus about Jonathan David but there haven't been any negotiations yet. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Talks between Arsenal and Al Hilal are at the final stages for Gabriel Martinelli to head to the Saudi Pro League for over €65m. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Ollie Watkins has agreed personal terms with Al Hilal, who are now in advanced talks with Aston Villa. (Nicolo Schira)
- Como have formalised a second offer for Fiorentina striker Moise Kean, which reaches €40m with bonuses included. (Nicolo Schira)
- Al Hilal have started to show an interest in Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr with Galatasaray also continuing pushing to try to sign him. (Footmercato)
- Roma have an agreement with Malick Fofana and will decide whether or not to sign the winger, as Lyon want over €35m for him. (Fabrizio Romano)