Transfer News and Rumors: Manchester United Eyeing Antoine Semenyo, AC Milan Target Gabriel Jesus
As the January transfer window approaches, top European clubs are gearing up to strengthen their squads. According to recent reports, Manchester United are considering a move for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, while AC Milan are eyeing Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus. In this article, we will delve into the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.
Antoine Semenyo has been linked with interest from Liverpool and Manchester City as well as Manchester United. Nigel French/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images
Trending Rumors
Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a January move for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, according to TEAMtalk. The Red Devils are said to be considering the decision against their top priority of reinforcing manager Ruben Amorim’s midfield, with belief that the 25-year-old Ghana international could also shine as a wingback. Semenyo has six goals and three assists in 14 Premier League matches this season, but a recent scoring drought has seen him fail to score in the past seven games.
Meanwhile, AC Milan are interested in a move for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, Calciomercato reports. The Rossoneri remain keen on reinforcing their forward line in January, and it is believed that the 28-year-old is alongside Galatasaray’s Mauro Icardi on their short list. The Brazil international reportedly wants to start regularly to bolster his chances of playing at the FIFA World Cup next summer, but the Serie A side is unable to cover his €7 million-a-season salary in full.
Other notable rumors include Bayern Munich’s potential move for Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck, who is seen as a potential alternative to center back Dayot Upamecano. Tottenham Hotspur striker Mathys Tel has also emerged as a potential option for Roma, while Napoli are set to hold new talks with the representatives of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.
Expert Take
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Other Rumors
Former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is set to undergo a medical with Ajax on Tuesday, according to De Telegraaf. Barcelona could consider loaning out goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, but a move to Saudi Arabia is unlikely, reports Mundo Deportivo. AC Milan want to keep goalkeeper Mike Maignan at the club despite his current contract situation, while on-loan Roma striker Evan Ferguson could return to Brighton & Hove Albion in January.
Juventus have no interest in including midfielder Khephren Thuram as part of any deal for Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi, according to Tuttosport. Aston Villa are keen to hand attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendía a new contract, reports Football Insider. Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has no interest in returning to management despite reports linking him to Real Madrid, according to Diario AS.
Negotiations are ongoing between Villarreal and Angers regarding a deal for striker Sidiki Cherif, reports L’Equipe. West Ham striker Niclas Füllkrug remains of interest to AC Milan, according to Fabrizio Romano. A move for Elversberg striker Younes Ebnoutalib is being stepped up by Eintracht Frankfurt, who are closing in on reaching a verbal agreement for him, reports Florian Plettenberg. AC Milan are exploring potential options to sign a center back in the January transfer window, according to Nicolo Schira.
