Transfer Update: Manchester City Eyes Chelsea Duo, Real Madrid Considers Tchouameni Exit
Reports from The Sun indicate that Real Madrid is open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni this transfer window. Interest has come from Manchester United, who are keen on the French midfielder. Meanwhile, according to Nicolo Schira, Eduardo Camavinga faces pressure to prove his worth during Real Madrid's pre-season camp or risk being sold as well.
Inter and Tottenham in Complex Talks Over Romero
Fabrizio Romano has revealed that negotiations between Inter Milan and Tottenham Hotspur regarding Cuti Romero remain difficult. The Argentine defender will depart Spurs after they signed Marcos Senesi and Kevin Danso. Barcelona is keeping tabs on Romero but cannot act immediately since they first need to sell defenders. Their primary defensive target appears to be Aymeric Laporte, as reported by Sport.
Napoli Confirms De Bruyne and Lukaku Will Stay for Now
Giovanni Manna, Napoli’s sporting director, addressed rumors about Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku. Both players remain with the club for the time being. Manna expressed displeasure over De Bruyne’s recent comments about former coach Antonio Conte but expects to settle the matter once De Bruyne returns from holiday. The Belgian still has a year left on his Napoli contract.
Manchester City Pursues Chelsea Players
Cote Offside reports that Manchester City, under Enzo Maresca, is targeting two players from Chelsea to strengthen their squad. Enzo Fernandez and full-back Malo Gusto, both currently on their post-World Cup break, are the main subjects of interest.
Bennacer Close to Moving to Al-Gharafa
According to Fabrizio Romano, Ismael Bennacer is nearing a free transfer to Qatari club Al-Gharafa. Though still under contract with AC Milan, Bennacer is working on an amicable termination before finalizing the switch.
Maxence Lacroix Set for Chelsea Transfer
Chelsea has reportedly agreed on a deal with Crystal Palace to sign French defender Maxence Lacroix. Journalist David Ornstein states the transfer fee exceeds sixty million euros, and Lacroix is expected to sign a contract lasting until June 2032.
