Newcastle Targets Jackson as Isak's Replacement

Latest Transfer News and Rumors

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly considering a third attempt to sign Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho. The 25-year-old, who is open to returning to the Bundesliga club, had a loan spell at Chelsea last season where he contributed directly to seven goals in 31 Premier League appearances. Manchester United could be open to parting with Sancho for an offer worth €20 million.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United's interest in Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson might pave the way for Alexander Isak to join Liverpool. Isak, who scored 23 league goals for Newcastle last season, was left out of the squad for their preseason tour of Asia. Sources suggest that the 25-year-old is open to a move amid links with Liverpool. Newcastle sees Jackson as a potential alternative to RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko.

Real Madrid is reportedly "seriously considering" the signings of William Saliba or Ibrahima Konaté if they become available. The Liverpool player is seen as the most likely option, as Konaté has just one year left on his contract and is keen on a move to the Bernabéu. However, Saliba’s situation is more complicated due to his Arsenal contract running until 2027.

Chelsea remains interested in Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho, with reports indicating that any fresh approach for him would not depend on whether they complete a move for RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons. Garnacho, expected to leave Old Trafford this summer, has also been linked with Aston Villa, but securing his signature would require an offer worth £40 million.

Free agent Thomas Müller is reportedly looking to join Vancouver Whitecaps as he aims to complete a move to the MLS. The 35-year-old forward recently rejected a move to LAFC after leaving Bayern Munich this summer. However, a deal must first be reached with FC Cincinnati, who hold his discovery rights and are expected to demand over $400,000 for them.

Confirmed Transfers

Manchester City have re-signed goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley in a five-year deal worth £27 million. Sporting CP have signed forward Luis Suárez from Almería for an undisclosed fee following the departure of Viktor Gyökeres to Arsenal. Brazilian right back Wesley França has joined AS Roma on a permanent transfer from Flamengo. Argentina left back Nicolás Tagliafico has agreed on a new contract to remain at Olympique Lyon until June 2027. Hull City have signed versatile England U19 winger Joel Ndala from Manchester City. Crystal Palace midfielder David Ozoh has sealed another loan move to Derby County.

Expert Take and Other Rumors

Contract talks are continuing between Barcelona and midfielder Frenkie de Jong, with the Blaugrana keen to sign him to an initial extension that would keep him at the club until 2028. A €40m deal has been reached by Nottingham Forest to sign Bologna winger Dan Ndoye, who is traveling to England to undergo a medical. Free agent striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is expected to complete his move to Ligue 1 club Marseille this week. Negotiations are ongoing between Newcastle and Southampton regarding a deal for goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.

A move for Fulham winger Adama Traoré is being lined up by Nottingham Forest. All offers from Newcastle for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa will be dismissed until the Bees have found a replacement. Everton are interested in Lyon midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles. Juventus have placed Marseille defender Leonardo Balerdi at the top of their short list. West Ham United are looking at Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira.

Advanced talks are underway between Real Sociedad and Wolverhampton Wanderers over a deal for forward Gonçalo Guedes. Rangers are set to sign Tottenham Hotspur winger Mikey Moore on loan. Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma is on the radar of Al Ahli. Sporting CP are in talks with Nottingham Forest regarding a loan move for attacking midfielder Jota Silva. Switzerland international midfielder Granit Xhaka is set to complete his move from Bayer Leverkusen to Sunderland. Eintracht Frankfurt are exploring a move to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Fabio Silva as a replacement for new Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike. Botafogo have turned down a proposal from Burnley for Brazil youth international defender Vitinho. They would be prepared to accept an offer worth between €15m and €18m.