Erling Haaland’s Manchester City contract does not contain a relegation release clause, according to Spanish outlet Sport, quashing speculation regarding the Norwegian striker’s future should the club drop out of the Premier League.
Elsewhere, a trio of English heavyweights—Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea—are reportedly monitoring the situation of Atlético Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente. The 31-year-old Spain international has yet to finalize his long-term plans in the Spanish capital, per TeamTalk.
The same three clubs are also keeping tabs on Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni. The 27-year-old Italy international is attracting admiring glances from Barcelona as well, adding a continental dimension to the pursuit.
Brentford, meanwhile, have opened discussions with winger Kevin Schade over a new long-term deal. The move comes as the Bees look to fend off interest from Arsenal and Liverpool for the Germany international, Sky Sports reports.
Brighton are preparing to activate a contract extension for 22-year-old Swedish midfielder Yasin Ayari in the coming weeks, securing the youngster’s future on the south coast, according to Football Insider.
At Anfield, Liverpool are giving serious consideration to making Ronald Araujo’s loan move from Barcelona a permanent arrangement. The 27-year-old Uruguay centre-back has impressed during his temporary spell, with Mundo Deportivo suggesting the Reds are weighing up a full transfer.
Juventus have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell. The 27-year-old England international is also on the radar of both Liverpool and Manchester United, claims Italian publication Tuttosport.
Real Madrid are scouting Stuttgart’s highly-rated 20-year-old centre-back Finn Jeltsch. The Germany U21 international has caught the eye of the European champions, according to Spanish daily AS.
Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa have both made enquiries regarding France youth international Valentin Atangana. The 21-year-old currently plies his trade with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, L’Équipe reports.
Finally, Newcastle United are shifting their recruitment strategy under sporting director Ross Wilson. The club is set to prioritize young talent and implement a new player trading model as they look to build for the future, per The i.
