Open Extended Reactions Bayern Munich are preparing an offer for AC Milan winger Rafael Leão, while Manchester United are interested in Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men's summer window grades TOP STORIES – Pep Guardiola: New City recruits will bring fresh energy – Delap joins Chelsea from Ipswich in £30m deal – Source: Grealish to be left out of City's Club World Cup squad Will Bayern Munich sign AC Milan star Rafael Leão?
Photo by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images TRENDING RUMORS – Bayern Munich are preparing to make an approach for AC Milan winger Rafael Leão, according to Nicolo Schira. The Bundesliga champions are looking to strengthen their left wing, and they are reportedly set to make their first offer for the 25-year-old Portugal international this week. Leão directly contributed to 16 goals in 34 Serie A matches for the Rossoneri last season and remains contracted at the San Siro until summer 2028 on a deal that includes a €175 million release clause.
– Manchester United are exploring a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, reports TyC Sports. The Red Devils maintain an interest in landing the 32-year-old after contacting his representatives six months ago, but a deal could be difficult with the Villans expected to demand a significant transfer fee. Martinez is contracted at Villa Park until 2029, and Barcelona are said to also have "sounded out" the Premier League club.
– Negotiations between Napoli and Lille striker Jonathan David have stalled, according to Matteo Moretto. The 25-year-old Canada international is set to become a free agent later this month and is allowed to discuss a pre-contract agreement, but with Napoli manager Antonio Conte set to stay at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, Gli Azzurri could now explore alternative options to lead the line. David scored 25 goals in 47 matches across all competitions last season.
– Aston Villa are the latest club to be linked with Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, reports TEAMtalk. The winger has been sent back to Old Trafford after Chelsea paid a £5m fee to terminate the obligation to make his loan at Stamford Bridge a permanent move. The 25-yer-old has also been linked with Al Hilal, Al Ittihad and Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
However, Sancho wants to stay in Europe and Villa, who loaned Marcus Rashford from United in January, could line up an offer amid competition from AC Milan and Napoli. OTHER RUMORS – Newcastle are weighing up a move for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford to provide competition for No. 1 Nick Pope.
(The Times) – A contract offer has been made by Fulham to midfielder Tom Cairney. The 34-year-old is taking time to consider his options amid interest from Championship club Wrexham, and playing time is one of the factors. (Evening Standard) – Juventus are set to sign AC Milan centre-back Pierre Kalulu after the Bianconeri decided to activate the permanent option clause in the 24-year-old's loan deal.
Kalulu has agreed terms on a four-year contract until summer 2029. (RMC Sport)
