Ademola Lookman has gone public with a formal transfer request to force a move to Inter Milan, Wilfred Ndidi is finally on his way out of Leicester, and Samuel Chukwueze could be returning to Turkish football.
Here’s your full round-up of today’s biggest stories in the transfer market.
Lookman hands in transfer request at Atalanta
Ademola Lookman has confirmed he’s officially handed in a transfer request at Atalanta after the club blocked a move to Inter Milan. In a lengthy statement posted on Sunday, the Super Eagles forward said he was “proud” of everything achieved in Bergamo but felt it was the “right time to move on.” Lookman revealed he had been told a fair offer would allow him to leave, but the club are now refusing to sanction a deal. He ended the post by apologising to fans and saying he hoped for an “amicable solution.”
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Besiktas agree deal for Wilfred Ndidi
Leicester City have accepted an improved offer from Be?ikta? for Wilfred Ndidi, according to multiple reports. After turning down an initial £6m bid, the Foxes are now believed to have agreed to a fee closer to the £8.2m release clause in his contract. Nigerian journalist Buchi Laba says the deal is “100% confirmed” with Ndidi keen to return to top-flight football after Leicester’s relegation.
Burnley reach agreement to sign Lesley Ugochukwu
Burnley are set to sign Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, with a five-year contract reportedly in place. David Ornstein reports that a full agreement has been reached, with Ugochukwu expected to undergo a medical at Turf Moor. The French-Nigerian midfielder, nephew of ex-Super Eagles defender Onyekachi Apam, spent last season on loan at Southampton.
Chukwueze close to loan deal
Samuel Chukwueze could be on the move again, with Besiktas reportedly close to finalising a loan deal from AC Milan. The Nigerian winger struggled to cement a regular starting spot in Italy and is open to a fresh challenge. The loan is expected to include a purchase option, though Fenerbahce are also said to be monitoring the situation.
Greenwood an option for Inter Milan
Inter Milan are considering Marseille striker Mason Greenwood as an alternative to Ademola Lookman. According to Corriere dello Sport, Greenwood is one of several names being tracked as the Nerazzurri weigh up their next move. RB Leipzig’s Loïs Openda is also on the radar.
Garnacho wants Chelsea move
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is keen on joining Chelsea and has reportedly given “total priority” to the move, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues are focusing on other signings for now but remain interested in the Argentina international, who has also been linked with Aston Villa.
Newcastle monitoring Porto striker
Diario AS reports that Newcastle are keeping close tabs on FC Porto forward Samu Aghehowa. The 21-year-old scored 25 goals in all competitions last season and is valued at €80m. Porto are reluctant to sell but could reconsider if a big offer arrives.
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Rodrygo wants to stay at Real Madrid
Despite links to Spurs, Liverpool, and PSG, Rodrygo reportedly wants to stay at Real Madrid and fight for his place under new manager Xabi Alonso. Diario AS say the Brazilian winger is determined to prove himself after a mixed 2024/25 campaign.
Roma interested in Man City’s Claudio Echeverri
Teenage midfielder Claudio Echeverri could be loaned out again, with Roma exploring a deal. Corriere dello Sport say the Argentine prefers a move to the Italian capital over Girona, hoping to play alongside compatriots Paulo Dybala and Matìas Soulè.
Other headlines
- United, Newcastle and Spurs could all move for Randal Kolo Muani if Juventus fail to complete a permanent deal. (L’Equipe)
- Marco Asensio could return to Aston Villa on loan. (L’Equipe)
- Gianluigi Donnarumma is open to a Manchester United move. (TEAMtalk)
- RB Leipzig have enquired about Chelsea striker Tyrique George. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Al Hilal are preparing a £61m offer for Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez. (The Athletic)
- Antony wants to join Real Betis, not Saudi Arabia. (Various)
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