Real Madrid confident of signing Rodri - Saturday's gossip
Real Madrid remains in pursuit of Manchester City midfielder Rodri. Sources indicate the Spanish club expects to secure the 30-year-old Spain captain despite ongoing speculation regarding his future at the Etihad Stadium.
Elsewhere, transfer activity continues to intensify across Europe. Arsenal explores a player-plus-cash arrangement involving Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, while Roma targets Fulham winger Oscar Bobb. Paris St-Germain has yet to finalize a bid for RB Leipzig prospect Yan Diomande, keeping several Premier League clubs in the hunt for the 19-year-old.
Newcastle United continues to resist Arsenal's interest in midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. Despite an offer reaching 70 million pounds, Newcastle maintains its stance on the 28-year-old Brazilian. Meanwhile, Manchester United denies rumors surrounding captain Bruno Fernandes and expects the midfielder to stay at Old Trafford.
Chelsea faces negotiations with Como regarding the transfer of defender Trevoh Chalobah. The club seeks a fee of at least 30 million pounds to sanction the move. Chelsea also initiates discussions for 18-year-old Bayer Leverkusen winger Kerim Alajbegovic as they look to build their ranks for the upcoming season.
Finally, Fabio Vieira appears set for a move back to Germany. The midfielder holds discussions with Hamburg following his loan period last season. Marcus Rashford remains part of long-term plans at Manchester United, with the club including the striker in upcoming documentary filming schedules.