Manchester United is actively pursuing the signing of Botafogo’s Danilo while having withdrawn their interest in Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliott Anderson. Here’s the latest on transfer news and rumors from across the globe.
Current Transfer Rumors
Manchester United has reportedly ended its bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliott Anderson, according to the Mirror. The 23-year-old is said to have a preference for joining Manchester City, but the Red Devils are not willing to meet his £100 million valuation. Meanwhile, Manchester City appears increasingly optimistic about securing the England international ahead of their rivals. United, however, is redirecting its focus toward Atalanta, negotiating a deal for midfielder Ederson.
In a bid to bolster their squad, Manchester United is also targeting Brazilian midfielder Danilo of Botafogo, alongside interest from AC Milan, as reported by UOL. Both clubs have made offers for the 25-year-old, who has been included in Brazil’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. Having previously played for Nottingham Forest, Danilo is eager to return to Europe, though Botafogo is taking its time before making a decision, as the player’s transfer fee could increase after the tournament.
Notable Editor’s Insights
RB Leipzig is reportedly unwilling to entertain offers for winger Yann Diomande, according to the Mirror. The 19-year-old has piqued the interest of Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, but Leipzig remains committed to keeping him, especially with the club qualifying for next season’s Champions League. Although there have been discussions of a €100 million transfer fee, Leipzig’s stance remains firm. PSG may see Diomande as a potential replacement for Bradley Barcola, yet Liverpool and Arsenal could encounter challenges should he choose to stay.
In another development, Bayern Munich has reached out to Juventus regarding a transfer for striker Dusan Vlahovic, as reported by Tuttosport. The Bundesliga champions are eyeing the 26-year-old as a possible backup to Harry Kane but will face competition from Newcastle United and Napoli. Vlahovic is poised to become a free agent next month and has yet to finalize a new contract with the Bianconeri. Last season, he netted seven goals in 19 Serie A appearances and scored twice in a recent 2-2 draw with Torino.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal is setting the asking price at £20 million for clubs interested in signing 29-year-old striker Gabriel Jesus. With the Brazilian entering the final year of his contract in June and after making only three starts in the Premier League last season, he could be on the move. Jesus, who transferred to Emirates Stadium from Manchester City in 2022, has drawn interest from AC Milan, which seeks to enhance its attacking options, although he also has ambitions to return to Palmeiras at some point in his career.
Insights from ESPN
Barcelona is looking to secure Atletico Madrid’s Julián Álvarez after agreeing to sign Anthony Gordon, various sources have informed ESPN. The Spanish champions are keen to win the race for Álvarez, especially since the Argentine forward has expressed a preference for joining Arsenal. Meanwhile, Manchester United is reportedly on the verge of finalizing an agreement with Atalanta for midfielder Ederson, with the club willing to pay around £35 million for the Brazilian international.
In addition, Barcelona has reached an agreement with Newcastle United for a €70 million transfer fee, potentially subject to additional clauses, to acquire English forward Anthony Gordon. Furthermore, Manchester City Women’s team has made an unexpected U-turn, signing WSL Golden Boot striker Khadijah ‘Bunny’ Shaw for a lucrative deal, shortly after rumors linked her to Chelsea on a free transfer.
Additional Transfer Rumors
Recent reports indicate that Manchester City has no interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandes, according to Sky Sports. Meanwhile, Juventus is contemplating an approach for Al Hilal striker Darwin Nunez, as noted by Tuttosport. On the transfer front, Tottenham Hotspur is said to have reached a verbal agreement to sign Liverpool left-back Andrew Robertson as a free transfer upon the expiration of his contract, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.
Additionally, Liverpool aims to retain goalkeeper Alisson for another season despite interest from Juventus. There are also ongoing discussions between Inter Milan and Liverpool regarding a €30 million offer for midfielder Curtis Jones, according to Gianluca di Marzio. Other rumors suggest that Tottenham is exploring a move for Manchester City winger Savinho, while Bayern Munich is showing interest in Juventus defender Grayson Bremer, potentially allowing Kim Min-jae to leave.
AC Milan’s winger Rafael Leao has expressed a desire to remain with the club despite receiving offers from two different teams, as reported by Niccolò Cilla. Atletico Madrid is also considering a transfer for Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva, who will soon become a free agent. Alongside this, Juventus and Aston Villa are looking to acquire defender Oscar Mingueza, who is set to depart Celta Vigo this summer, while Atalanta has decided against signing USMNT midfielder Yunus Moussa on a permanent basis from AC Milan.
Finally, Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly eyeing Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola if he leaves the club this summer, according to kicker.
