Bayern Munich have reached an agreement in principle to bring Anthony Gordon to the Bundesliga, and are now thrashing out the details with Newcastle United. The 25‑year‑old England forward, who has been a standout for the Magpies, is expected to undergo a medical in the coming days.
Key Targets in the Mix
Chelsea and Manchester United have both expressed strong interest in Ander Barrenetxea of Real Sociedad, the 24‑year‑old Spanish forward whose recent performances have attracted a clutch of suitors. Meanwhile, United are preparing a formal bid for Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest, a 23‑year‑old midfielder who has impressed in the English Premier League.
The summer window is also buzzing with activity surrounding other high‑profile names. Chelsea and Galatasaray are reportedly eyeing Jonathan Rowe of Bologna, while Nick Woltemade, the German forward currently at Newcastle, has voiced his unhappiness and is being monitored by Atlético Madrid. Mason Greenwood, the former England international now at Marseille, has indicated he intends to remain with the French club despite interest from several top European sides.
Marseille, for their part, have confirmed they will not exercise their purchase option on Benjamin Pavard, the 30‑year‑old French defender on loan from Inter Milan. Across the continent, Tottenham are considering a summer move for Tarik Muharemovic, the 23‑year‑old Bosnian‑Herzegovinian centre‑back rated at £30 million by Sassuolo.
Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, whose transfer fee has been reported at £80 million, continues to be linked with both Chelsea and Liverpool, but the player says he is in no hurry to leave RB Leipzig. Leeds United are tracking Lois Openda, the Belgian forward set to join Juventus from RB Leipzig, although the Italian giants may decide against a permanent move after a disappointing loan spell.
West Ham and Crystal Palace are both monitoring 21‑year‑old Senegalese striker Pape Moussa Fall, who is currently on loan at RAAL La Louvière from Metz, while Manchester United are looking to secure a permanent home for Cameroon international Andre Onana, currently on loan at Trabzonspor. The club is also preparing a new contract offer for veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton, 40, who has been serving as third‑choice.