Transfer news 9/20: MU closes Gallagher, Real Madrid takes Saliba

MU reached an agreement with Gallagher

According to Spanish media, midfielder Conor Gallagher is taking a big step towards Old Trafford after recent negotiations between MU and his representative.

MU is looking for a deal with Gallagher. Photo: X/Atleti

Gallagher was just a starter in Atletico Madrid's 2-3 defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League group stage. However, he is not in coach Diego Simeone's main plans.

There were several contacts with the former Chelsea midfielder during the summer transfer window, but no club could meet Atletico's financial demands.

Faced with Gallagher's uncertain future in Madrid, English football representatives MU, Tottenham and Newcastle have all been linked with a transfer in January.

Gallagher is leaning towards MU. Although the "Red Devils" do not participate in European Cup, he sees his chance of playing first-team football more clearly if he joins Tottenham or Newcastle, teams with a stable midfield.

Real Madrid lure Saliba

Not only interested in Ibrahima Konate, Real Madrid is said to have ambitions to win the signature of center-back William Saliba - leader of Arsenal's defense.

Real Madrid plans to recruit Saliba. Photo: AFC

According to Real Madrid-friendly newspaper AS, President Florentino Perez's plan is to part ways with David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger, whose contracts expire at the end of the season, to welcome Saliba.

Saliba's contract with Arsenal runs until 2027. In principle, Real Madrid can force an extension to be cancelled.

The key is Kylian Mbappe, who has just been given the Real Madrid number 10 shirt and has greater influence in the dressing room, as well as being the leader of the French team.

In case Saliba refuses to renew, Real Madrid will officially raise the issue with Arsenal. The "Gunners" are forced to transfer if they do not want to lose the French international - who is only 26 years old in the summer of 2027.

Juventus asked to borrow Endrick

Italian news sites, through sources from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, said Juventus are contacting Real Madrid about young talent Endrick.

Juventus wants to borrow Endrick. Photo: RMCF

Juventus' plan is to borrow Endrick to add to their attacking options in the Scudetto title race, as well as the Champions League knockout stages.

Endrick has just returned from a serious injury he suffered at the end of the 2024/25 season. Real Madrid's attack is currently very crowded, so it is difficult for him to compete for a position in Xabi Alonso's tactics.

Endrick's goal is to be in the Brazil squad for the 2026 World Cup. To do so, he must play regularly and achieve consistent performance.

The current Juventus environment has many opportunities for talented young players. Endrick is listening to advice when receiving an offer from the "Old Lady".

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