Transfer Rumors Heat Up: Man Utd & City's Summer Plans

Manchester United's Strategy

• Dan Ndoye Move: Manchester United are reportedly preparing a €30m bid for Bologna winger Dan Ndoye, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The club hopes Joshua Zirkzee, who played with Ndoye at Bologna, can persuade the Swiss international to join. Ndoye has impressed this season with 8 goals and 3 assists in 26 league games.
• Zirkzee's Role: Despite uncertainty around Zirkzee's future at United, the duo’s friendship could be key in negotiations. Napoli are also monitoring Ndoye as a potential replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Manchester City's Midfield Reinforcements

• Tijjani Reijnders Pursuit: Calciomercato reports City are ready to offer €60m for AC Milan’s Reijnders. The Dutch midfielder, under contract until 2030, is open to a Premier League move. Pep Guardiola sees him as a versatile box-to-box midfielder.
• Alternative Targets: City are also linked with Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest), Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen), and Rayan Cherki (Lyon) as they plan a major squad overhaul.

Other Top Rumors

• Chelsea Clearout: The Blues may offload Mykhailo Mudryk and Christopher Nkunku after mixed performances.
• Bayern's Interest in Huijsen: Bayern lead Real Madrid and Liverpool for Bournemouth’s €50m-rated Dean Huijsen.
• Pogba's Comeback: Paul Pogba claims he has "offers from all over" after his doping ban was reduced.

Expert Insight: Why Reijnders Fits City

ESPN scout Tor-Kristian Karlsen highlights Reijnders' strengths:

• Attacking Impact: 12 goals this season, excelling as a No. 8 with key passes (1.6 per 90) and late runs into the box.
• Unique Traits: Combines speed, dribbling, and deep-playmaking—rare for a central midfielder.
• Tactical Fit: Best paired with a defensive midfielder to maximize his offensive contributions.

Trending Rumors

• Chelsea's Winger Hunt: Targeting Jamie Gittens (Dortmund), Nico Williams (Athletic Club), and Mathys Tel (Bayern).
• Raphinha to City?: Barcelona’s winger linked with an €80m move after a stellar season (27G/20A).
• Atletico's Double Swoop: Eyeing Espanyol’s Javi Puado and Barcelona’s Clément Lenglet.

"The summer window could redefine both Manchester clubs' squads."