Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal has reportedly offered Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak a tax-free weekly wage of £600,000 to fend off interest from Liverpool. The deal is said to include substantial bonuses for winning the Saudi Pro League or AFC Champions League.
While sources indicate the 25-year-old is open to leaving Newcastle, Liverpool remains a primary suitor. However, the Premier League champions would likely be unable to match Al Hilal’s financial offer or meet Newcastle’s reported £120 million asking price.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid continues its pursuit of Arsenal centre-back William Saliba, who impressed the Spanish giants during last season’s Champions League quarterfinal. Despite Madrid’s interest, Arsenal remains resolute in its decision to keep the 24-year-old, reportedly unwilling to consider offers even in excess of €100 million. Saliba, a France international, is under contract with the Gunners until 2027.
In other transfer news:
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Bayern Munich has submitted an improved offer for Liverpool winger Luis Díaz after its initial €67.5 million bid was rejected. Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing, with the 28-year-old reportedly eager to join the German club on a contract lasting until at least 2029.
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Arsenal is intensifying its efforts to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze. The Gunners hope to secure the 27-year-old for a fee of around £60 million, just under his £68 million release clause, after they finalize the signing of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres.
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Juventus and Roma are exploring a potential swap deal involving U.S. midfielder Weston McKennie and Bryan Cristante. The discussions have emerged as contract renewal talks for McKennie, whose deal expires in 2026, have stalled.
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Paris Saint-Germain is preparing a new offer for Bournemouth centre-back Illia Zabarnyi to accelerate negotiations.
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Inter Milan is focusing its efforts on signing Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, preparing to increase its offer to €43 million plus bonuses.
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Tottenham Hotspur has made an initial approach to João Palhinha’s representatives but has not yet submitted a formal proposal to Bayern Munich for the midfielder.
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Galatasaray and Napoli are reportedly confident of finalizing a deal for striker Victor Osimhen within the next week.
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Juventus is pursuing a loan deal to bring Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani back to the club.
Confirmed Transfers:
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Inter Miami has completed the signing of Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul from Atlético Madrid on an initial loan until the end of 2025, with an option to make the transfer permanent through the 2029 MLS season.
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England international forward Nikita Parris has joined London City Lionesses after her contract with Brighton & Hove Albion expired.
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Fulham has signed goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte from Montpellier on a two-year contract.
