"Man City Eyes Wirtz, Pogba to Inter Miami, and More"

Football Transfer News: Key Moves in European Soccer

Manchester City has set its sights on German midfielder Florian Wirtz, 21, from Bayer Leverkusen, with the potential move coming amid rumors that English midfielder James McAtee, 22, could head the other way (Mail).

Swedish striker Alexander Isak, 25, may be allowed to leave Newcastle United if the club fails to secure a Champions League spot for the next season, with Liverpool and Arsenal reportedly keen on the forward (Mirror).

Atalanta's 27-year-old forward Ademola Lookman is poised for an exit after a fallout with manager Gian Piero Gasperini (Sky Sports Switzerland - in French). Newcastle United is reportedly interested in signing Lookman, although they face competition from Manchester United, who are also eyeing the player (Teamtalk).

French midfielder Paul Pogba, 31, who parted ways with Juventus in November, could make a move to Inter Miami once his doping ban ends next month. This comes after a meeting with club owner David Beckham (Manchester Evening News).

Belgian playmaker Kevin De Bruyne is awaiting clarity on whether Manchester City still wants him for next season, as the veteran midfielder is open to a reduced role should he sign a new contract (Mirror).

Croatian stalwart Luka Modric, 39, may remain at Real Madrid for as long as he wishes, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti (Fabrizio Romano).

Real Madrid is not in talks with Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk, 33, whose contract with Liverpool expires at the end of this season (Marca - in Spanish).

Manchester City is hopeful of beating Arsenal to the signature of Norwegian wonderkid Sverre Nypan, 18, from Rosenborg (TBR Football).

Tottenham Hotspur has initiated discussions with Uruguayan midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur regarding a new contract, with his current deal expiring at the end of next season (Mail).

England manager Thomas Tuchel has spoken with Arsenal right-back Ben White about a potential return to the national team. White’s last appearance for England was in 2022 (Sun).