Liverpool are hoping to recover close to what they paid Benfica in 2022, and with the player's approval secured, formal talks between the clubs are expected to begin in the coming days. Al Hilal now wants to respond to the rival club with another big name to join the Saudi Pro League this summer, and anything is possible now in Darwin's future, depending on the agreement between the clubs.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are still working on their first official offer for Benjamin Sesko, with RB Leipzig setting a price tag of €90m for the striker, plus a sell-on clause on any future transfer. United are still finalising the structure of their proposal, but internal talks suggest they are considering a bid worth €83/84m, including bonuses. This would slightly surpass Newcastle's offer of €80m bonuses included, but still falls short of Leipzig's asking price by around €6/7m.
The German club are not planning to lower their demands, and will only negotiate seriously if they receive a concrete and competitive bid. United's offer is expected to be submitted later this week, and while it may not be enough to close the deal, it could help speed up talks and start the crucial phase of the race with Newcastle. Both Premier League sides are in constant contact with Sesko's representatives, and the player is expected to decide soon.
Amine Adli is another name to watch in the final weeks of the transfer window, with Premier League clubs Wolves, West Ham, and Sunderland all in the race for the 25-year-old Moroccan winger. Adli helped Leverkusen lift their first-ever Bundesliga title, while the DFB Pokal was also banked. He is keen on a move to England, and the Premier League is his top priority.
Adli's price tag is around €30m, and Bayer Leverkusen are open to letting him go this summer. Sunderland are fully in the mix, especially after completing the signing of Granit Xhaka, and are ready to compete directly with Wolves to land the Moroccan winger. The competition is wide open, but one thing is clear: Amine Adli wants the Premier League, and the next weeks will be decisive for his future.
Atalanta are considering a move to bring Rasmus Hojlund back to Serie A, just two years after his departure. The Danish striker is no longer in Manchester United's plans, and the club is open to letting him go this summer. Hojlund's agent is pushing for a return to Italy, believing Serie A is a better fit for the striker's development and playing style.
While Juventus, Milan, and Inter have all made informal inquiries, it was the player's entourage that encouraged Atalanta to take a step forward. Manchester United have told interested clubs they're open to a loan deal with a buy option that would become obligatory under achievable conditions. The English club is also willing to cover part of Hojlund's salary to facilitate his exit.
Atalanta's project offers more playing time than other top Serie A clubs, which could be key for Hojlund. The Bergamo side is now evaluating the opportunity, but this will not be a quick negotiation. Talks are expected to continue into the coming weeks as all sides assess the conditions.
Newcastle have recently explored multiple striker options in parallel with Sesko, including Samu Omorodion and Marcus Thuram. However, the French striker has made it clear that he has no intention of leaving Inter this summer, and there will be no progress in that direction. The future of Alexander Isak remains uncertain, adding another layer of intrigue to Newcastle's attacking plans.
Despite competition from Man United, Sesko remains the main target, and negotiations are ongoing with his camp. The striker has yet to make a final decision, but both Premier League clubs hope for his green light.
