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Transfer rumors: Galatasaray eyes Casemiro, Barcelona pursues Mastantuono
Galatasaray is in advanced discussions with Manchester United to bring Brazilian midfielder Casemiro on loan.
The move comes amid criticism of Casemiro’s recent performance in Manchester United’s defeat to Liverpool. With the Turkish transfer window open until September 13, this potential loan deal remains a possibility for both clubs.
Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell could also be heading to the Turkish Super League, although no formal offers have yet been made for the English left-back.
Meanwhile, Athletic Club’s Nico Williams has reiterated his desire to join Barcelona if he decides to leave the club, despite interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Barcelona is also monitoring Real Madrid’s indecision regarding River Plate’s Franco Mastantuono, ready to capitalize on any delay with their own bid for the highly-rated teenager.
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In other transfer news, Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish expressed his surprise at retaining Eberechi Eze this summer, despite strong interest from Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur.
Tottenham is keeping an eye on Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, following his first senior call-up for England. Gomes’ contract runs until 2025.
Newcastle United is contemplating terminating Kieran Trippier’s contract, as the English defender has fallen out of favor at St James’ Park.
Liverpool is set to open contract negotiations with Mohamed Salah, who hinted he might be playing his final season with the club. Should Salah depart, Liverpool is likely to pursue Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, a player admired by both Jurgen Klopp and new head coach Arne Slot.
Former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial has been offered a chance to join Greek side AEK Athens on a deal that would make him the highest-paid player in the club’s history.
AEK Athens is also interested in Chelsea’s David Datro Fofana, who spent last season on loan at Union Berlin and Burnley.
West Ham United is actively searching the free agent market for a new center-back, with Mats Hummels, Joel Matip, and John Egan all under consideration.
Adrien Rabiot, a free agent after leaving Juventus, has declined an offer from AC Milan. Aston Villa remains interested in signing Denzel Dumfries, despite the Dutchman nearing a new contract with Inter Milan.