Manchester United's Transfer Strategy: Wharton, De Gea, and More - Latest Football Gossip

Explore the latest football gossip as Manchester United considers moves for Adam Wharton and David de Gea, while other clubs make strategic transfers.

Manchester United's Transfer Strategy

Manchester United is currently evaluating the possibility of making a bid for Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton, aged 21. This move could significantly bolster their midfield options as they look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. (Talksport)

Chelsea's Transfer Challenges

Inter Milan has rejected a €50 million (£43m) bid from Chelsea for Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni, 26. This rejection highlights Chelsea's ongoing struggles to secure top defensive talent. (La Gazzetta dello Sport)

Xavi Simons' Preferred Destination

RB Leipzig and Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons, 22, has expressed his desire to transfer to Chelsea, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City. This move could be a significant coup for Chelsea as they look to enhance their midfield creativity. (ESPN)

AC Milan's Forward Options

AC Milan is keen to finalize a €35 million (£30.2m) deal for Denmark and Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund, 22. However, they are also considering Juventus and Serbia forward Dusan Vlahovic, 25, as an alternative. (La Gazzetta dello Sport)

Rico Lewis' Commitment to Manchester City

Manchester City and England right-back Rico Lewis, 20, has stated that he has no intention of leaving the club despite interest from Nottingham Forest. His commitment is a positive sign for Manchester City as they aim to maintain squad stability. (Mail)

Andre Onana's Situation at Manchester United

Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 29, was left out of Manchester United's Premier League opener against Arsenal. The club is considering a surprising move to bring Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea, 34, back to the club from Fiorentina. (Sun)

Manchester United's Goalkeeper Inquiries

Manchester United has also inquired about Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 32, and Paris St-Germain and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, 26. However, they have committed their transfer funds to other positions. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Jadon Sancho's Transfer Stalemate

Jadon Sancho's salary is a sticking point in a £20 million move from Manchester United to Roma. The 25-year-old England winger is keen to see if any other clubs match his weekly wages of about £250,000. (Teamtalk)

Roma's Interest in Tyrell Malacia

Roma has also made contact with Manchester United about a deal for 26-year-old Netherlands left-back Tyrell Malacia, who is also attracting interest from Besiktas. (Fabrizio Romano)

Atalanta's Pursuit of Rodrigo Muniz

Atalanta is hoping to finalize a deal with Fulham to sign their Brazilian forward Rodrigo Muniz, 24, for about €40 million (£34.5m). (Teamtalk)

Randal Kolo Muani's Pay Cut for Juventus

France forward Randal Kolo Muani, 26, has agreed to a pay cut to join Juventus from Paris St-Germain in a deal worth about €60 million (£51.8m). (Corriere dello Sport)

Tottenham's Interest in Takefusa Kubo

Tottenham is considering a move for 24-year-old Real Sociedad and Japan winger Takefusa Kubo as they look to bolster their attacking options. (Fichajes)

Burnley and Sunderland's Interest in Gabriel Pereira

Burnley and Sunderland are both interested in FC Copenhagen's Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Pereira, 25. (Teamtalk)

Arsenal's Potential Move for Frenkie de Jong

Arsenal is ready to make a move for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 28, with the Netherlands international's contract set to expire next summer. (Fichajes)

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