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Adam Connor-Bourne
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Football audience and communications

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Aston Villa have joined West Ham, Brighton, and Fulham in showing interest in João Palhinha. The Bayern midfielder’s future is uncertain under Vincent Kompany, and he’s open to a Premier League return despite being under contract until 2028.
July 9, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Manchester City scouted FC Porto’s Rodrigo Mora at the Club World Cup after his stunning solo goal vs Al Ahly. The 18-year-old midfielder has a €70m release clause. Arsenal lead the race, with Man United also interested.
July 9, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Liverpool are eyeing 18-year-old Giovanni Leoni to boost their defensive depth. Seen as a smart long-term investment, the club hopes to develop him further, leveraging their strong record with young talent.

Probability Medium
July 9, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Nico González is open to leaving Man City after falling out of favour under Guardiola. The 22-year-old dreams of a return to Barcelona, according to El Nacional. His market value is currently €40m

Probability Medium
July 9, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Juventus targeting Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen for midfield boost. 32-year-old Swiss midfielder seen as functional, low-cost option at €12-15M. Part of Igor Tudor's rebuild as Milan interest cools

[Gazzetta dello Sport]

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Orkun Kökçü is likely to leave Benfica after a fallout with coach Bruno Lage, per Fanatik. Newcastle, Spurs, Al Nassr, and Beşiktaş are all interested. Benfica wants €40m and is against a loan, but Kökçü is pushing for Beşiktaş.

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Club Brugge have identified Southampton’s Samuel Edozie as a potential target to strengthen their flanks. While their budget is capped at €6m, Edozie is one of few players they may stretch for due to their strong financial position.

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Bayern Munich showing interest in Chelsea defender Renato Veiga, per Bild. The 21-year-old Portuguese is on loan at Juventus. Bayern scouts have been watching him for weeks, with a 35M Euro fee expected. No talks yet between clubs.

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Aston Villa set to approach Beşiktaş again for Semih Kılıçsoy (19) after failed bid last season. New Turkish club management expected to be more receptive to ~€15m offers.

[Fanatik]

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has expressed interest in Juventus midfielder Kenan Yıldız, per El Nacional. While a transfer this summer is unlikely, Barça are open to pursuing him in the future.

Probability Low
July 8, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Rosario Central and Spurs have reached a preliminary deal for Alejo Véliz to return on a one-year loan with an option to buy 50% of his rights. Club president Gonzalo Belloso personally led talks in England.

Probability High
July 8, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Luis Javier Suárez is on Man Utd’s radar after a 31-goal season, but Sporting have the edge as they’ve opened talks with Almería. A deal may hinge on selling Viktor Gyökeres to fund the €25m move.

[Record 🇵🇹]

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Leeds are eyeing Joe Willock as a backup plan if they miss out on Solomon. Crystal Palace are also monitoring Willock, especially if Eze departs. The London-born midfielder is said to prefer a move back to the capital.

[Team Talk]

Probability Medium
July 8, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Sunderland have shown interest in signing Nayef Aguerd following promotion to the Premier League. However, with interest from clubs like Marseille, Atlético, and Milan, and West Ham wary of selling to a domestic rival, a deal remains uncertain.

Probability Low
July 8, 2025 at 6:15 AM
TSG Hoffenheim are preparing a loan bid for Malick Yalcouye from Brighton. The 19-year-old was previously loaned to Sturm Graz after arriving from IFK Göteborg. Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler has yet to decide on another loan.

[Kicker]

Probability Medium.
July 8, 2025 at 5:30 AM
November 18, 2024 at 4:29 PM