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Bruno Fernandes reportedly considering Manchester United exit this summer
Manchester United captain **Bruno Fernandes** is being linked with a summer departure amid dressing-room concerns that he has “had enough” of ongoing problems at Old Trafford. Reports suggest the 31‑year‑old delayed a move after turning down a major offer from Saudi side Al Hilal last summer but will reassess his future after upcoming international commitments.
United face the prospect of rebuilding around a new creative hub if their talismanic midfielder forces a transfer.
Real Madrid target record $330m per year from shirt sponsorship deals
**Real Madrid** are close to renewing major commercial deals with Emirates and Adidas in a plan to push total shirt-related income toward **$330 million annually**. The new Emirates front-of-shirt agreement is expected to exceed the current estimated $77m–$88m per season, potentially surpassing $110m a year.
Adidas, already thought to pay around $132m per season, is also negotiating an extension that would keep Madrid at the top of global football sponsorship rankings.
Barcelona set for Joao Cancelo return as full-back nears Camp Nou move
Al-Hilal full-back **Joao Cancelo** is set to undergo a medical before being presented as a Barcelona player early this week, according to Spanish reports. The move would mark another loan spell or short-term arrangement designed to bolster Barça’s options at right-back, where they have lacked depth and consistency.
Cancelo’s arrival could trigger further full‑back movement across Europe as clubs react in the January window.
Manchester City push to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi
**Manchester City** are intensifying efforts to sign Crystal Palace centre-back **Marc Guehi** in the current transfer window. Palace could be tempted to accept a substantial offer, with City viewing the England international as a long‑term solution in central defence.
Any deal would likely have knock‑on effects in the Premier League defender market, influencing other clubs seeking centre-backs this month.
Juventus confident of free transfer for Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi
**Juventus** are reportedly confident of signing Bournemouth defender **Marcos Senesi** on a free transfer when his contract expires in the summer. Despite interest from Barcelona, Juve are said to be opening talks quickly to understand the cost and feasibility and to pre‑empt rival bids.
The move aligns with Juventus’ strategy of securing experienced defenders without large transfer fees as they manage financial constraints.
Juventus eye Noussair Mazraoui as part of right-back overhaul
Juventus are evaluating a move for **Noussair Mazraoui**, currently at Manchester United, as they seek to strengthen the right-back position. Reports indicate the 28‑year‑old is open to leaving Old Trafford for a new challenge, fitting Juve’s search for a more experienced option.
Bayern Munich’s **Sacha Boey** is also being monitored as the Turin club consider multiple defensive targets.
Everton considering ambitious move for Arsenal’s Ben White
**Everton** are looking at **Ben White** as a potential solution to their right-back problems, though any deal is described as difficult. Arsenal value the versatile defender highly, which would force Everton either to structure a complex transfer or to pivot to alternative targets.
The interest underscores Everton’s urgent need to reinforce their back line in order to stabilize results.
Italian clubs circle Inter’s Davide Frattesi amid Galatasaray and Forest links
**Davide Frattesi**’s future at Inter is in question as **Juventus, Napoli and Roma** monitor his situation closely. Galatasaray and Nottingham Forest have also been linked, raising the prospect of a mid‑season bidding contest for the Italy international midfielder.
Inter must decide whether to cash in or retain Frattesi as they balance squad depth with financial considerations.
Liverpool tracking Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez for future move
**Liverpool** are reportedly scouting **Joel Ordonez** of Club Brugge, seeing him as a potential long‑term defensive signing rather than a January addition. The club may look elsewhere for an immediate centre‑back reinforcement while keeping Ordonez on their radar for upcoming windows.
This approach reflects Liverpool’s blend of short‑term needs with longer‑term succession planning in defence.
Lazio close in on Ferencváros midfielder Alex Toth
**Lazio** have agreed personal terms with **Alex Toth** of Ferencváros and are now negotiating directly with the Hungarian club to finalize a transfer. The move would add depth and youth to Lazio’s midfield as they navigate domestic and European commitments.
Successful completion of the deal could prompt further outgoings from Lazio’s current midfield group to balance the squad.