Man United Target Joaquin Seys and Louis Page as PSG Sign Godts for €55m

Manchester United are pursuing 21-year-old Joaquin Seys and Leicester's Louis Page, who made five starts for the Foxes last season.

Manchester United have entered active negotiations to sign 18-year-old midfielder Louis Page from Leicester City, a player who recorded five starts for the Foxes last season. The BBC reports that talks over a transfer fee are currently underway as the teenager works toward a permanent senior setup role. Simultaneously, United lead the pursuit of 21-year-old Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys, ahead of competing interest from Arsenal, Aston Villa, Newcastle, Benfica, and FC Porto. The Old Trafford club views Seys as a primary option to bolster defensive depth.

Paris Saint-Germain are nearing a €55 million agreement with Ajax for forward Mika Godts. The 21-year-old Belgium international, who produced 18 goals and 18 assists across all competitions last term, has reportedly agreed to personal terms on a contract running until 2031. In a confirmed move, PSG have already finalized the signing of Lucas Digne from Aston Villa on a three-year deal, marking the defender's return to the Parc des Princes following his previous tenure from 2013 to 2015.

Liverpool Set £70 Million Gakpo Valuation

Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is prepared to exit Anfield following the dismissal of manager Arne Slot. The 27-year-old is valued at approximately £70 million, with Tottenham Hotspur emerging as the most interested suitor. However, any deal for the Dutch international is contingent on Liverpool securing replacements, as the squad is already thin in wide positions following Mohamed Salah’s departure to Trabzonspor. Potential targets for the Reds include Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain, though Arsenal are reportedly prepared to hijack the move for Barcola.

In other completed business, Como has secured Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea for a guaranteed £25 million plus £5 million in performance-related add-ons. Additionally, Sevilla is set to pay €9 million to Swedish side IK Sirius for Scotland under-21 striker Robbie Ure. The forward, who signed a contract through 2031, has scored 15 league goals this season, helping IK Sirius maintain a nine-point lead at the top of their table.

Newcastle Target Palhinha Amid Midfield Exits

Newcastle United have identified Bayern Munich’s João Palhinha as a recruitment priority following the departures of Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali. Palhinha is available for transfer after a permanent move to Tottenham failed to materialize at the conclusion of his loan spell. While the Magpies have shortlisted the Portugal international, Aston Villa remains a rival for his signature. Meanwhile, Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope is expected to remain at St. James' Park despite the club adding two new players to the goalkeeping department.

Galatasaray’s pursuit of Rafael Leão has stalled due to AC Milan’s €50 million valuation. Although the winger expressed a desire for a new challenge, the Turkish club considers the current price too high. Conversely, AC Milan is finalizing a loan deal to send 21-year-old right-back Zachary Athekame to Lyon. The agreement does not include an option for a permanent transfer.

European Transfer Developments and Contract Extensions

Harry Kane is expected to sign a contract extension with Bayern Munich that would keep the 33-year-old striker at the club until 2029. In Italy, Inter Milan are monitoring Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, but a move depends on the sale of Aleksandar Stankovic to generate necessary funds. AS Roma has submitted a €25 million bid for 19-year-old FC Porto playmaker Rodrigo Mora, though the Portuguese club is seeking a higher figure while simultaneously negotiating with Galatasaray.

Barcelona right-back Hector Fort has been informed he is free to leave the Nou Camp, drawing interest from Everton and Fulham. Ferran Torres has reportedly snubbed Arsenal and Tottenham to agree to personal terms with PSG. Furthermore, Barcelona is attempting to interfere with Atletico Madrid’s move for Tottenham defender Cristian Romero. In the Championship, Sheffield United has submitted an £8 million bid to Leicester City for Australian center-back Harry Souttar. Finally, Marcus Rashford is slated to remain at Manchester United unless a significant proposal from a top European side is received before the window closes.