Los Blancos show interest in Pep Guardiola's favourite midfielder at the Etihad, while the Red Devils plot an ambitious move for Crystal Palace's attacking midfielder. Let's take a look at a round-up of some of the juiciest transfer gossip this Monday.
Madrid keen on Rodri
Real Madrid's lack of control and incisiveness in the middle of the park played a big part in their failure to slice open Arsenal's low block over the two legs in the Champions League quarter-finals. Los Blancos could've done with someone like Toni Kroos, who departed Santiago Bernabeu last summer after announcing his retirement.
According to German publication Sport Bild, the Spanish giants are now keen on Manchester City midfield maestro Rodri. However, it is underlined that any move is unlikely as the 28-year-old is settled under Pep Guardiola and has no plans to leave the club. Whispers Rating: 2/5
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United to go all out for Eze
Over the red side of Manchester, there's a need for a new creative player in midfield, and Ruben Amorim has set his sights on Eberechi Eze, who has notched an incredible 11 assists this term.
According to The Sun, United want the Crystal Palace star as a “key summer signing” and Amorim is hopeful of winning the race despite possible competition from Aston Villa. The Eagles are bracing themselves for offers in the £50million range. Whispers Rating: 4/5
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Leeds want Johnstone
Sam Johnstone wasn't involved in Wolverhampton Wanderers' 1-0 win over his former club Manchester United over the weekend, having fallen down the pecking order under Vitor Pereira. However, the Englishman remains in demand ahead of the summer.
The Sun claims Leeds United are interested in the 32-year-old shot-stopper and could potentially make a £10million raid amid concerns over Illan Meslier, whose high-profile mistakes have seen him edge closer to exit. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
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Arsenal ready to sell Vieira
Signed from FC Porto in 2022 amid much fanfare, Fabio Vieira's move to the Emirates has not panned out the way many hoped. Currently on loan at his former club, the Portuguese has done little to grab the attention of Mikel Arteta.
A Bola suggests the 24-year-old playmaker has been deemed surplus to requirements by Arteta, who is ready to cash in on his £30million signing this summer. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
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Kean not keen on Premier League move
Former Everton striker Moise Kean has rediscovered his goalscoring touch in Fiorentina, having scored 23 goals across all competitions this season. His form has led to renewed interest from a number of Premier League clubs.
However, Tuttomercatoweb says the 25-year-old, who has a £45m release clause in his contract, could stay in Florence to help his chances of being called up for Italy's squad for the 2026 World Cup. Whispers Rating: 2.5/5
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