Al-Ittihad revive transfer interest in Liverpool star Mohamed Salah
Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad have revived their interest in signing departing Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah on a free transfer this summer.
The 33-year-old Egypt international is set to leave Anfield at the end of the season, prompting the Middle Eastern club to renew a pursuit that saw a £150m bid rejected in 2023.
Fenway Sports Group, the owners of the Merseyside club, reportedly opted against demanding a transfer fee during the January window to avoid complicating the prolific attacker’s impending exit.
Manchester United target Premier League stars
Elsewhere, Manchester United are actively monitoring Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye and Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall as they prepare for a likely return to European competition.
The Old Trafford hierarchy have also identified 19-year-old RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande as a potential addition to bolster their attacking options.
Meanwhile, veteran Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has agreed to remove a contract clause that would have triggered a one-year extension based on his starting appearances, paving the way for a summer departure.
The Red Devils remain confident they can find alternative buyers for Marcus Rashford if Barcelona decide against converting the England international’s loan into a permanent £26m transfer.
Liverpool explore managerial and attacking options
Liverpool have maintained regular contact with former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso regarding a potential return to his former club in a managerial capacity.
The Spanish coach, who won the Champions League as a player on Merseyside, is reportedly open to succeeding Arne Slot if specific conditions are met.
To fill the creative void left by their departing Egyptian talisman, the six-time European champions have been linked with Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise.
However, the Bavarian giants remain relaxed about the 24-year-old Frenchman’s future, as he is firmly under contract until 2029 without a release clause.
European giants track defensive reinforcements
Barcelona are keenly tracking Inter Milan centre-back Alessandro Bastoni, though the Catalan club could face stiff competition from Liverpool for the 26-year-old’s signature.
In England, Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe retains the full backing of the club’s ownership despite recent fan unrest following a Champions League exit and a frustrating defeat to rivals Sunderland.
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr has reaffirmed his commitment to the Spanish capital, stating his intention to sign a contract extension and remain at the Bernabeu.
I am only thinking about staying at Real Madrid for a long time.
Vinicius Jr
Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has also definitively dismissed speculation linking him with a move to Madrid, insisting he has no intention of leaving west London.
