Mon. Sep 8th, 2025
Fernandes Considers Saudi Arabia Move: Transfer Rumor Roundup

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Sources indicate Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is receptive to a future move to Saudi Arabia. Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, while Arsenal is expected to fend off interest from Turkey for winger Leandro Trossard.

Manchester United‘s Bruno Fernandes, 30, reportedly declined three offers from Saudi clubs backed by PIF this summer, opting to remain at Old Trafford. However, the Portuguese international is said to be open to a move to Saudi Arabia in the future, with dealmakers aiming for a potential transfer in summer 2026. (Talksport), external

A competitive pursuit is anticipated for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, 25, with Manchester City, Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Real Madrid all reportedly interested in securing his signature during the January transfer window. (Star), external

Bayern Munich reportedly considered a move for Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo during the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old Dutch international was among several attacking players assessed by the German club, who ultimately signed his former teammate Luis Diaz. (Sky Sport Germany), external

Chelsea has reportedly received a £59.5 million offer from Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The 21-year-old spent the previous season on loan at Strasbourg in France. (Mirror), external

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in acquiring Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers in January. Spurs manager Thomas Frank is said to be an admirer of the 23-year-old, who is currently on international duty with England. (Teamtalk), external

Bournemouth are reportedly in advanced discussions with Olympiakos regarding a deal for 20-year-old English striker Zain Silcott-Duberry to join the Greek club. (Sky Sports), external

Juventus are reportedly considering a January move for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos. The 29-year-old Spanish international was a target for the Italian club during the summer, but a deal was not finalized. (TuttoMercatoWeb), external

Arsenal reportedly have no plans to allow Belgian winger Leandro Trossard to depart the club. The 30-year-old has been linked with a move to Besiktas but recently signed a new contract at the Emirates. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Liverpool defender Giovanni Leoni, 18, reportedly rejected a move to Newcastle United while at Parma, despite the Magpies offering a higher transfer fee than Liverpool. (Gazzetta di Parma via Football Italia), external

Former Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara, 34, has reportedly agreed to rejoin Barcelona‘s technical staff, working under coach Hansi Flick. (Marca – in Spanish), external

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