Real Madrid is optimistic about finalizing a transfer for Manchester City midfielder Rodri. The 30-year-old Spaniard, who has one season remaining on his current deal, could be acquired for between 40 million and 50 million euros, with potential discussions scheduled for Thursday.
Elsewhere in Europe, Inter Milan may revisit their interest in Liverpool’s 25-year-old midfielder Curtis Jones. The Italian club’s defensive plans remain in flux as the potential free-agent signing of 32-year-old John Stones could end their pursuit of Tottenham’s Cristian Romero. Meanwhile, Juventus has successfully negotiated a loan deal with Paris St-Germain for forward Randal Kolo Muani, which includes a mandatory purchase clause potentially totaling 50 million euros.
Brentford is nearing an agreement for Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare to cover the departure of Jordan Henderson, while Palmeiras has turned down a 30 million euro bid from Aston Villa for 22-year-old striker Allan. In other developments, Hull City is negotiating a permanent transfer for Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey, and Fulham is advancing in talks to sign Real Madrid prospects Cesar Palacios and Gonzalo Garcia.
Nottingham Forest saw a 20 million euro offer for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise’s Anan Khalaili rejected, though they remain positioned to sign Famalicao midfielder Gustavo Sa, who is likely to head to Olympiacos on loan. Manchester United is prepared to part ways with Radek Vitek, Harry Amass, Toby Collyer, and Dan Gore. Finally, Crystal Palace has hit a snag in their pursuit of Chrislain Matsima, leading them to explore alternative defensive options, while Ipswich Town is monitoring Standard Liege defender Henry Lawrence.
