Transfer Updates: Zaha, Gyokeres, Garnacho, Walker, Tomori, Richarlison, Others

Manchester United are optimistic about finalizing a transfer deal for 26-year-old Sporting CP and the Swedish national team striker, Viktor Gyokeres.

This potential transfer comes amidst competing interest from Arsenal, who are also vying for the forward’s signature, as reported by the Independent.

Arsenal are not limiting their scouting efforts to Gyokeres; they are also pursuing 18-year-old Norwegian midfielder Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg. According to the Telegraph, the interest in Nypan underscores Arsenal’s strategy to bolster their midfield with young talent.

Chelsea are keeping a close watch on two promising young players: Alejandro Garnacho, a 20-year-old winger from Manchester United, and Jamie Gittens, a 20-year-old forward currently with Borussia Dortmund. The Blues are considering both players as potential transfer targets for the January transfer window, as revealed by Sky Sports.

However, concerns regarding Garnacho’s temperament have emerged, prompting Chelsea and Napoli to seek assurances before committing to a pursuit, as highlighted in a report by the Telegraph.

AC Milan appear to be on the brink of securing a deal for Kyle Walker, a 34-year-old full-back from Manchester City and an England international, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

The imminent signing of Walker may influence Milan’s previous interest in Manchester United’s forward Marcus Rashford, leading them to shift their focus away from Rashford altogether, as reported by L’Equipe.

Aston Villa are reportedly the frontrunners to secure 21-year-old Spanish right-back Andres Garcia from Levante, according to Relevo.

In a move highlighting the dynamics of player contracts, Poland midfielder Jakub Moder, aged 25, is nearing a transfer to Feyenoord for approximately £1.2 million. Despite Brighton offering him a new long-term deal to retain his services, Moder seems inclined to make the switch, as noted by the Mail.

Brazilian forward Richarlison, 27, has told his close associates that he desires a change from Tottenham Hotspur and is targeting a transfer to the Saudi Pro League, as reported by Football Insider.

Aston Villa and Tottenham are reportedly contemplating a move for Fikayo Tomori, a 27-year-old centre-back at AC Milan. However, Juventus are also showing a keen interest in maintaining Tomori’s presence in Serie A, as stated by TBR Football.

AC Milan have reached out to Chelsea regarding Joao Felix, a 25-year-old forward from Portugal. However, according to Gianlucadimarzio.com, Chelsea are not inclined to entertain the idea of a loan deal for Felix now.

Wilfried Zaha, a 32-year-old striker from Galatasaray and the Ivory Coast national team, is preparing to end his loan at Lyon. Zaha is set to join MLS side Charlotte FC on an 18-month loan deal instead, as reported by the Times.