Transfer Talk: Ronaldo Wants Man City’s De Bruyne, Pogba Considers MLS or Saudi Move
The winter transfer window may be closed, but the rumors are already starting to swirl. In today’s Transfer Talk, we bring you the latest buzz on comings, goings, and done deals.
TOP STORY: Ronaldo Urges Al Nassr to Sign De Bruyne
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly using his influence at Al Nassr to push the club to make a move for Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne. According to Mundo Deportivo, Ronaldo thinks De Bruyne would be a game-changer for the Saudi Pro League outfit and has already made contact with their hierarchy. It’s believed that Al Nassr are willing to offer De Bruyne a lucrative deal worth $1 million-per-week, which could tempt him to leave the Etihad Stadium.
De Bruyne has been on the radar of Al Nassr over the summer, and his future at Manchester City remains uncertain. The Belgian midfielder has made just five appearances this season due to an injury, and his current contract is set to expire in 2027.
PAPER GOSSIP
- Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is considering a move to the MLS or Saudi Pro League, according to Calciomercato. Pogba, 31, is set to return to training in January after serving a four-year ban for doping, and it’s expected that the Bianconeri will look to offload him due to his €10 million-per-season salary.
- AC Milan are still interested in signing FC Porto forward Samu Omorodion, reports Relevo. The Rossoneri made an approach for the 20-year-old in the summer and are believed to have made a further enquiry for him. Omorodion has scored seven goals in his last five games and has also been linked with Tottenham Hotspur.
- An agreement has been reached between Juventus and Porto over a future move for winger Francisco Conceição, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The 21-year-old has been in impressive form on loan with the Bianconeri and is set to join the club permanently in a deal worth €30 million.
- Internazionale are interested in signing Lille striker Jonathan David, according to Relevo. The Serie A giants have made contact with the 24-year-old’s representatives and are hoping to land him when his contract expires next summer.
- Sevilla are keen on signing Barcelona forward Ansu Fati on loan, reports Sport. Talks are set to take place in the coming weeks between Fati’s representatives and the Blaugrana, who could be open to moving him on when the transfer window opens in January.
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