Football gossip: Rashford, Kvaratskhelia, Isak, Duran, Asensio, Guehi, Marmoush, Araujo

2025-01-12 01:01:00

Abstract: Napoli eye Rashford, PSG near Kvaratskhelia. Barcelona want Isak. Walker may leave Man City. Many transfers rumored, inc. Duran, Marmoush, Chukwuemeka.

Napoli are considering a move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, while Paris Saint-Germain are close to signing Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Meanwhile, Barcelona have expressed interest in Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. These transfer rumors indicate an active European football transfer market.

According to the Mirror, with Georgian winger Kvaratskhelia's imminent departure from Napoli, the club is expected to turn their attention to 27-year-old Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford. On the other hand, French media outlet Foot Mercato reports that Paris Saint-Germain have already reached an agreement with 23-year-old Kvaratskhelia, and the two parties are close to signing.

The Daily Mail claims that Paris Saint-Germain believe they can persuade Aston Villa to sell 21-year-old Colombian forward Jhon Durán, and the French club also hope to include 26-year-old French forward Randal Kolo Muani in any negotiations. Furthermore, according to Foot Mercato, 28-year-old Spanish attacking midfielder Marco Asensio appears to be out of Paris Saint-Germain's plans, with Aston Villa, Juventus, and Real Sociedad as potential destinations.

Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are very interested in Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak and may make a move in January or the summer, depending on their financial situation. Additionally, according to The Guardian, AC Milan are interested in signing England right-back Kyle Walker, with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola stating that the 34-year-old has requested to leave the club.

The Mirror reports that Chelsea's hopes of signing Crystal Palace's 24-year-old English defender Marc Guehi may be dashed due to the club's strict wage structure. According to Sky Germany, Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Krösche confirmed that clubs have contacted them about signing Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush, and Manchester City have already reached an agreement with the 25-year-old. On the other hand, Mundo Deportivo claims that Barcelona have rejected Juventus' offer for Uruguayan center-back Ronald Araújo and want to keep the 25-year-old, whose contract runs until 2026.

Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli, when asked about Barcelona defender Araújo and Paris Saint-Germain forward Kolo Muani, stated, "We hope to have some positive news about transfers next week." Furthermore, according to Sky Germany, Borussia Dortmund are considering a loan move for Chelsea's 21-year-old English midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka. According to Calciomercato, Lazio are also interested in Chukwuemeka, hoping to strengthen their midfield.