Real Madrid Sets Sights on Tottenham's World Cup Winner Cristian Romero
Real Madrid are considering a summer move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero as they prioritize signing a center back, according to TEAMtalk. The 26-year-old Argentina international, who won the World Cup in 2022, is viewed as a "concrete possibility" for the Spanish giants.
Los Blancos are not limiting their interest to just one Spurs player, as they're also monitoring right-back Pedro Porro as a potential alternative to Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contract situation at Anfield remains unresolved. Romero has made 16 appearances across all competitions in what has been an injury-disrupted season, including featuring in Thursday's 3-1 Europa League victory over AZ Alkmaar.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United are keeping a close eye on Juventus striker Randal Kolo Muani, who is currently on loan from Paris Saint-Germain. According to Calciomercato, the Magpies have identified the 26-year-old as a potential replacement should Alexander Isak depart St. James' Park this summer. Though Newcastle may face competition from other Premier League clubs, reports suggest Kolo Muani is open to remaining in Turin if Juventus secure Champions League qualification.
In Germany, Bayern Munich have made Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz their top transfer priority, as reported by Sky Sports Deutschland's Florian Plettenberg. The Bundesliga powerhouse is planning multiple moves in the upcoming transfer window but aims to secure the 21-year-old talent before pursuing other targets, including Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens. Wirtz has recently attracted interest from Manchester City as well.
Several Premier League clubs are showing interest in promising young talents across Europe. Arsenal, Liverpool, and Paris Saint-Germain are all monitoring Lyon winger Malick Fofana, according to CaughtOffside. The 19-year-old Belgium international has impressed in Ligue 1 this season with nine goals and five assists in 34 appearances. Despite having a contract with Lyon until 2028, Fofana could be available this summer for around €50 million.
In Italy, Inter Milan have expressed interest in Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret, reports Rudy Galetti. The Nerazzurri appear to be the only club currently pursuing the 27-year-old, whose contract negotiations at Napoli have stalled. Meret has been a regular starter for the Azzurri this season, featuring in 25 of their 28 Serie A matches, but has just over three months remaining on his current deal.
Other transfer rumors include Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yasin Ayari potentially commanding a fee of over £20 million, with Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan expressing interest. West Ham United are considering a move for AS Roma striker Tammy Abraham when his loan at AC Milan ends this summer, while Marseille are preparing to offer midfielder Adrien Rabiot a new contract to secure his future despite his current deal including a €10 million release clause. Additionally, Everton are targeting Rangers striker Hamza Igamane but face competition from Sevilla for the Morocco youth international.
In other football news, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is eager to establish stability in the goalkeeper position, while Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the Liverpool vs Newcastle match. Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract until 2029.
