Latest transfer news today: Liverpool dealt £85m winger blow as Newcastle ‘track’ free-agent defender

No sooner has the 2025/26 season closed than the transfer speculation has surged back into the spotlight, with agents, clubs and players all moving quickly behind the scenes.

As the first big rumours of the summer begin to take shape, Football Whispers breaks down the key stories worth keeping an eye on today:

Man City unlikely to sign Enzo Fernandez despite rumours

Manchester City are preparing for a summer of change following the exit of long-serving manager Pep Guardiola and several fan favourites.

Yet one player who now appears unlikely to join the new era at the Etihad is Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, despite speculation linking him with a reunion with incoming boss Enzo Maresca.

Instead, the Citizens are pressing ahead with a move for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, who operates in a similar role and is viewed as a more attainable target, according to multiple reports.

With City seemingly out of the running, the path may now clear for Real Madrid or Paris Saint‑Germain to advance their long‑standing interest in the Argentina international.

Newcastle tracking Oscar Mingueza

Newcastle United are reportedly among the clubs ‘tracking' Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza ahead of the summer transfer window.

Sky Sports say the 27‑year‑old, soon to become a free agent, is keen on a Premier League move — a stance that has alerted the Magpies as well as Aston Villa.

The former Barcelona defender, who can operate both at right‑back and centre‑back, is viewed as a versatile and cost‑effective option for several top‑flight sides.

Interest is also said to be coming from Serie A and LaLiga, but with Mingueza prioritising a switch to England, Newcastle may find themselves in a favourable position as June approaches.

Liverpool suffer Yan Diomande blow

Liverpool have suffered a fresh setback in their pursuit of reported top target Yan Diomande, with new reports claiming RB Leipzig are now adamant the 19‑year‑old is not for sale.

The Bundesliga side’s qualification for next season’s Champions League has strengthened their stance, as they look to keep hold of one of their brightest young talents rather than cash in.

It’s another blow for the Reds, who view Diomande as a potential long‑term successor to Mohamed Salah but now face a far more complicated path to any deal.

The Senegal teen, valued at around £85 million, is also embroiled in a contractual legal dispute, a situation that would make any summer exit even more difficult when you consider the 2026 World Cup is also on the horizon.