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Manchester United’s pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo in this summer transfer window has hit a roadblock after Brentford significantly increased their asking price for the forward.
According to a transfer report from the Guardian, the Bees now want closer to £70 million, while United are reluctant to go beyond £65 million, creating a stand-off that may drag into the late stages of the window.
While United weigh their options, their Premier League rivals are not standing still. Sky Sports reports that Liverpool have opened negotiations with Eintracht Frankfurt over the potential signing of 23-year-old Hugo Ekitike, a player who spent the second half of last season on loan from PSG.
But the Reds are not alone in the chase. The Telegraph notes that Newcastle United are aggressively pushing to land Ekitike, with manager Eddie Howe keen on partnering him with Alexander Isak in a pace-heavy front line next season.
Elsewhere, the tug-of-war over Alejandro Garnacho is beginning to simmer. The Mail reveals that Aston Villa are exploring a move for the 21-year-old Argentina winger, whose future at Old Trafford looks uncertain amid increasing competition for places.
The Times claims United are eyeing Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, with Villa and AC Milan also watching the Senegalese forward.
There is a growing suggestion from The i paper that a potential swap deal involving Garnacho and Jackson could emerge if talks evolve between the two English giants.
Sunderland are considering a shock move for Granit Xhaka, the Sky Sports report stating the 32-year-old Switzerland international could be lured from Bayer Leverkusen as the Black Cats aim to bolster their midfield with experience.
West Ham have stepped up interest in Marcus Tavernier, with Football Insider reporting that talks are ongoing with Bournemouth over the 26-year-old’s availability.
Back at Old Trafford, United continue to reshape their squad. The Mirror reports they have held talks with representatives of Pervis Estupiñán, the dynamic 27-year-old Brighton and Ecuador left-back, indicating a potential shift in their defensive setup.
Sky Sports Germany confirms Leeds United have reached a principle agreement with Hoffenheim for Anton Stach, a move that strengthens Daniel Farke’s midfield options as they eye Premier League promotion.
A Sky Sports Germany report says Bayern Munich’s £43 million offer plus £4.4m in add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause for Nick Woltemade was swiftly rejected by Stuttgart, signaling a tough negotiation ahead.
Sport in Spain suggests Real Madrid are considering selling Vinícius Jr if the Brazilian star do not lower his wage demands.
In Italy, Sky Sports reports that Juventus are exploring a potential move for Marcus Rashford, with Barcelona also keeping tabs on the 27-year-old England international who had a turbulent season under Erik ten Hag.
Back in the Premier League, Tuttomercatoweb states that Everton have tabled a £26 million bid for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz, but the Turin club are holding out for closer to £35 million, after signing him from Aston Villa for £42.4 million last year.
GiveMeSport suggests that Yoane Wissa could emerge as a backup option for Newcastle, should their bid for Ekitike fall through. The Brentford and DR Congo forward, aged 28, could be a key figure in the Magpies’ contingency plan.
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