Barcelona is making strategic moves in their pursuit of Sporting CP's prolific striker Viktor Gyökeres, demonstrating creative financial planning in the face of competition from European giants Manchester United and Bayern Munich. The Catalan club has initiated discussions for the 26-year-old Swedish international, who is expected to remain with the Portuguese side through the winter transfer window.
Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Barcelona is exploring an innovative approach to structure the deal. The club is considering negotiations to reduce their 50% stake in Francisco Trincão's future transfer fee, potentially lowering the overall financial package required for Gyökeres' acquisition.
In other transfer market developments, Liverpool has joined the race for Napoli's Georgian star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The 23-year-old winger's situation is being monitored by several elite clubs, including Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United. A potential move to Anfield could see Kvaratskhelia unite with his national teammate Giorgi Mamardashvili, who is expected to join Liverpool this summer after completing his loan at Valencia.
Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League continues its ambitious recruitment drive, targeting Real Madrid's Brazilian superstar Vinícius Júnior. League representatives are prepared to position the 24-year-old as the face of their competition, with Al Ahli showing particular interest. Reports suggest a substantial contract offer is being prepared to tempt Vinícius away from the Bernabéu.
Napoli is actively scouting Premier League talent as they prepare for potential roster changes. The Italian club has identified Liverpool's Federico Chiesa, 27, and Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski, 24, as possible replacements for Kvaratskhelia. While Chiesa has seen limited action since his summer transfer from Juventus, Kulusevski has been impressive for Spurs, contributing to nine goals in 20 Premier League appearances.
In MLS news, Charlotte FC is pursuing Newcastle United's Miguel Almirón. The American club is expected to make a formal offer for the 30-year-old Paraguayan winger, with Newcastle potentially willing to sell as they work to meet Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). This move could mark the end of Almirón's chapter in English football.
