Manchester United are keen on signing Atalanta midfielder Édersonwhile striker Rasmus Højlund is attracting interest from Juventus as a potential Dusan Vlahovic replacement. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.

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TRENDING RUMORS

– Talks are ongoing between Manchester United and Atalanta regarding a summer move for midfielder Édersonreports Fabrizio Romano. The Red Devils are keen to strengthen their midfield in the next transfer window amid uncertainty over the future of Casemiroand they see the 25-year-old as their “dream” option to instantly upgrade manager Ruben Amorim’s squad. Securing a deal for the 25-year-old Brazil international is expected to be difficult with multiple clubs, including Manchester City, also linked.

– Juventus are building their shortlist of replacements as they plan to part ways with striker Dusan Vlahovic in the summer, reports Transfer market. Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund is reported to be one of the names high up on the Bianconeri ‘s shortlist. They are also looking at Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunhawho is attracting interest from multiple clubs in the Premier League — including Man United. The Serie A club are keen to move on from Vlahović to avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2026, and they could make several additions to their forward line following a disappointing campaign.

– Newcastle United are ready to rival Manchester United in the race to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delapaccording to the Daily Telegraph. The 22-year-old has a release clause worth around £30 million, which becomes active once Ipswich are relegated and that can be confirmed on Saturday … if they fail to win at Newcastle. The England under-21 international, who has scored 12 Premier League goals in a team which has struggled badly, would give the Magpies a different offensive option at a value price.

– Atlético Madrid are weighing up a move for Tottenham Hotspur duo Rodrigo Bentancur and Cristian Romero this summer, reports The Times. Romero said recently he wants a new experience, though Spurs are hopeful they can get the 26-year-old central defender to sign a new contract; if not, they will seek a transfer fee of £60m. Romero still has two years left on his deal, but the situation is more serious with Bentancur, as his terms expire in 2026. Atlético are one of a few European clubs who will move for Bentancur if he doesn’t extend.

– There’s set to be an “auction” for River Plate star Franco Mastantuonosays DIARIO AS. The newspaper cites multiple reports that Manchester United and Chelsea are very interested in the 17-year-old playmaker, who has a €45m release clause. According to AS, Real Madrid are also ready to make a move for the Argentina under-20 star, but no club has yet made an offer. The player has a contract at River through to 2026, and can move to Europe once he turns 18 in August — after playing at the Club World Cup.

OTHER RUMORS

– A move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Desired is being lined up by Manchester City. Manager Pep Guardiola is a “big admirer” of the 19-year-old, with two other clubs also keeping tabs. Any move is expected to be difficult, with PSG only willing to listen to offers of €100m. (TEAMtalk)

– Two clubs are lining up a move for Paris Saint-Germain youth centre-back Axel Tape. Bayer Leverkusen are reported to be at the front of the queue for the 17-year-old France under-18 international centre-back, but Tottenham Hotspur are also keen. (RMC Sport)

– Manchester United are interested in Preston North End goalkeeper Freddie Woodman. The 28-year-old is set to become a free agent when his contract expires in the summer, and boss Ruben Amorim sees him as a potential third-choice option. (Football Insider)

– Newcastle are close to signing Rangers prospect Oliver Goodbrand. The 16-year-old left-back is able to sign professional terms with the Gers this year, but the Magpies will also make the player an offer on a scholarship deal. (Daily Record)