Transfer Gossip: Davies Set to Leave Bayern, Arsenal’s Tomiyasu on the Radar
In the latest transfer news, Bayern Munich are reportedly resigned to losing Alphonso Davies on a free transfer next summer, with Real Madrid showing strong interest in the talented Canadian defender. Davies, 23, has been a standout player for Bayern, but contract extension talks have stalled.
Arsenal’s Takehiro Tomiyasu is also attracting attention, with Napoli and Inter Milan both eyeing the 25-year-old Japanese international. The defender has been a key figure for the Gunners, and his potential departure could spark significant interest in the January transfer window.
In managerial news, AC Milan’s Paulo Fonseca is focusing on his team’s performance amid speculation regarding his future, following a rocky start to the season. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s Arne Slot has stated the club has moved on from their unsuccessful pursuit of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, but they are actively negotiating a new contract for winger Luis Diaz, despite some frustrations over the summer.
Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia mentioned he remained focused on his game despite Arsenal’s interest in the summer, although a move could be revisited in January.
In other news, Paris Saint-Germain are appealing against a decision that would require them to pay Kylian Mbappe £46 million in withheld salary after his transfer to Real Madrid this summer. Newcastle United are considering the future of sporting director Paul Mitchell amid tensions with manager Eddie Howe.
Manchester United are keeping an eye on Southampton’s 18-year-old winger Tyler Dibling, although the club plans to extend his contract. Additionally, 17-year-old Sunderland midfielder Chris Rigg is viewed as a promising talent, with United considering him the ‘new Jude Bellingham.’
Lastly, former Barcelona manager Xavi has received intriguing offers but has not yet decided to return to management. As the transfer window approaches, clubs are poised to make significant moves as they reshape their squads for the second half of the season.