Transfer activities in the 2024 summer transfer window have picked up pace, with clubs aiming to strengthen the vulnerable positions while also keeping an eye on potential upgrades. The European domestic season is less than three weeks away, promising exciting times ahead in terms of transfers for the soccer fans.
Barcelona keeping an eye on Dani Olmo
The Blaugrana are keeping tabs on one of the top performers of Euro 2024, Dani Olmo. At 26 years of age, Olmo is in the best phase of his career and is attracting significant interest from Barcelona. While the club’s current priority is Olmo’s national teammate, Nico Williams, the management is certainly ready for a possible signing for the Leipzig man.
Nico Williams’ decision is still up in the air, forcing Barcelona to move forward with other targets. Dani Olmo has reportedly consented to move to Camp Nou and is now awaiting future negotiations. A rumored move to Manchester City is out of the picture while Bayern Munich might turn up to be a competitor to the Catalan club in the race for Dani Olmo.
Joao Neves closing in on Paris Saint-Germain move
The big spenders of the transfer window, Paris Saint-Germain look to finalize a deal for Portuguese wonderkid, Joao Neves. The 19-year-old made a name for himself in the last two campaigns in his home country with Benfica. His performances have caught the eyes of Luis Campos, the sporting director of the Parisian club.
The move is in the advanced stages with a $76 million package being discussed as the eventual amount. Benfica has expressed the desire to acquire a player as well in the deal and is preparing for the arrival of Renato Sanches. Neves will obtain his first big-money move which he will hope will build his game even further as PSG begins to enter a new era.
Julian Alvarez attracts interest from Premier League clubs
Recent weeks witnessed the news of Julian Alvarez exploring a move away from Manchester City. The Argentinian joined the club in the summer of 2022 and has since only been able to establish himself as an understudy to Erling Haaland. Alvarez will be aware that he faces an uphill task to dethrone the Norwegian at City and hence is evaluating his future.
Atletico Madrid was rumored to be the favorite destination for Alvarez. City‘s hefty demands, however, have drawn the Spanish club away from the situation. Manchester City’s domestic rivals, Chelsea and Arsenal have emerged to be potential suitors for the 24-year-old. The London clubs are in dire need of a prolific number nine and Alvarez’s profile fits the demand perfectly.