Latest transfer news and rumors: Chasing the long-throw king

The transfer window may be closed until the summer, but the rumor mill never stops. Check in every day for the latest transfer buzz around the soccer world.

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Manchester United and Newcastle have entered the race to sign Michael Kayode, the Brentford right-back whose incredible long throw-ins have proved to be one of the Premier League's most devastating attacking weapons this season. Manchester City are also monitoring the situation.

After paying around £15 million to make his loan move from Fiorentina permanent, Brentford will now demand in excess of £50 million for the 21-year-old Italian. (TEAMtalk)

Feb. 8

Tonali could walk: Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali could demand a move away from the club in the summer should the Magpies fail to qualify for next season's Champions League. Multiple European sides are keeping tabs on the situation. (Football Insider)

Talks on hold: Juventus haven't engaged in any contract extension talks with impending free agent Dusan Vlahovic since last summer. The Serbian striker is currently sidelined due to injury. (Foot Mercato)

Cherries trigger clause: The obligation to make Alex Jimenez's transfer to Bournemouth permanent has been activated. The fee, potentially worth up to €24.8 million, will be split evenly between AC Milan and Real Madrid because the latter retained a 50% sell-on clause. (Fabrizio Romano)

Red Devils spurned: Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has been linked with becoming the permanent Manchester United manager, but the Spaniard doesn't view the job as the right project. Instead, he plans to sign an extension with the Champions League holders. (Mirror)

Roma's ultimatum: With their contracts both set to expire in the summer, Roma have informed Paulo Dybala and Lorenzo Pellegrini that they'll need to take pay cuts if they want remain with the club. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Feb. 7

CR7 ready to leave: Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Al-Nassr amid his ongoing dispute with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF). That's opened the door for Sporting CP to potentially bring the Portuguese icon back to the club by triggering his £43-million release clause in the summer. (The i Paper)

Rodri to Real: Real Madrid are preparing a summer bid for Manchester City midfielder and former Ballon d'Or winner Rodri. The Spanish side wants to add players with experience and leadership qualities to the squad. (TEAMtalk)

McKennie in demand: Inter Milan and multiple MLS clubs are keen on signing Weston McKennie, whose Juventus contract is set to expire this summer. The American has been a vital contributor since Luciano Spalletti arrived in Turin, and the Bianconeri would like to extend his deal. (Tuttosport)

Yildiz's new deal: Juventus ended speculation surrounding star forward Kenan Yildiz by signing him to a contract extension until 2030. The new deal will pay the 20-year-old €6 million per season. (Fabrizio Romano)

Devilish deal: Manchester United are interested in prying Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli away from the Italian club in the summer. The 28-year-old is one of the candidates being considered to replace the outgoing Casemiro and bolster the Red Devils' midfield. (Calciomercato)

Going after Goretzka: Arsenal are ready to compete with AC Milan to sign veteran German midfielder Leon Goretzka on a free transfer in the summer. The 31-year-old has already confirmed that he'll leave Bayern Munich when his contract expires at season's end. (Calciomercato)

Ramos reaching out: Free agent Sergio Ramos, still looking for a new club after leaving Monterrey, has offered his services to Marseille after Sevilla turned down the opportunity to re-sign the 39-year-old defender. (Marca)

Feb. 6

Extending Lewy: Robert Lewandowski, an impending free agent, could remain with Barcelona after all. The Blaugrana are considering offering the veteran striker a one-year contract extension, but they want the 37-year-old to reduce his wages. (ESPN)

At home in Naples: Napoli will hold talks with influential midfielder Scott McTominay about a contract extension until 2030. The Scottish international's current deal expires in 2028, and the Italian club is keen to keep hold of arguably their most important player. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

On the move again: Jhon Duran, 22, is joining Zenit St. Petersburg. The Colombian striker's loan spell with Al-Nassr will be terminated, and his parent club Fenerbahce agreed to a fresh loan with the Russian side. The deal doesn't include a purchase option. (Fabrizio Romano)

Late move rebuffed: Atletico Madrid tried to sign attacking midfielder Gabri Veiga in the final 48 hours of the January transfer window, but Porto rejected their approach. The Spanish side could return with another offer in the summer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Feb. 5

Midfield maneuvers: Manchester United's list of midfield targets for the summer window is focused on three players. Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson is the primary name to watch, but Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba of Brighton are also in contention. (The Athletic)

Keen on Cuti: Atletico Madrid are ready to make another move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero after the Argentine defender appeared to criticize Spurs' lack of transfer activity on social media. (The Sun)

Neves off the board: Ruben Neves was one of the marquee midfielders linked with several different teams during the January transfer window, but he's signed a contract extension until 2029 with Al-Hilal, quelling rumors of a potential departure. (Fabrizio Romano)

Raise the Roefs: Chelsea, Manchester City, and Liverpool are interested in Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs. The Black Cats are expecting offers in excess of £50 million for the Dutchman in the summer. (Football insider)

Feb. 4

Don't leave, Dayot: Bayern Munich are finally on the verge of signing French defender Dayot Upamecano to a contract extension. The center-back, linked with many of Europe's top clubs in recent months, will sign a deal until 2030 with the Bundesliga leaders. (Fabrizio Romano)

Reds enter race: Liverpool are considering entering the mix for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The English midfielder, 21, is being tracked by Manchester United and Real Madrid. (Mirror)

Endrick's exit clause: Real Madrid inserted a clause in Endrick's loan deal with Lyon that would've allowed them to recall the teenager before the end of the month, but they're happy with his development in France and decided he's best served staying there until the summer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Mateta move back on: After Jean-Philippe Mateta's transfer to AC Milan collapsed on deadline day due to an issue with his medical, Manchester United are considering returning to the table for the French striker in the summer. (Mirror)

Feb. 3

Happy in Catalonia: Marcus Rashford wants to remain with Barcelona after his loan deal expires at season's end. The English forward would rather take a pay cut to stay with the Blaugrana than return to Manchester United. (Mirror)

Sterling still waiting: Raheem Sterling, who left Chelsea last month and is currently a free agent, was offered to Union Berlin, but the German club opted not to pursue a deal for the 31-year-old. (Florian Plettenberg)

Tyrell ticked off: Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia was upset with director of football Jason Wilcox after a potential deadline-day move away from Old Trafford was blocked. Malacia was ready to fly to Turkey to join Besiktas, but Wilcox nixed the deal. (talkSPORT)

Alonso lined up: Rumors aren't just for the players, it seems. Former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso is expected to be on the shortlist of options for Manchester City should longtime bench boss Pep Guardiola depart after this season. (The Telegraph)

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