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Arsenal join AC Milan, PSG in pursuit of Real Madrid forward – report
With Marco Asensio set to leave Real Madrid as a free agent at the end of the season, the interest in the Spanish winger is spiking.
Earlier reports had stated that AC Milan, Juventus, and Aston Villa were some of the clubs in the hunt for his signing. PSG had also been reported as suitors, with it being suggested that the French giants were already in advanced talks to sign him.
However, now, according to Alberto Pereiro of Onda Cero, apart from AC Milan and PSG, Arsenal have also entered the race to sign Asensio when he leaves Real Madrid this summer.
This is not the first time that Arsenal have been linked with a move for the Spanish international. Having missed out on the Premier League title to Manchester City, manager Mikel Arteta is looking to add more quality to his attacking unit.
At the same time, he also wants to have better alternatives for his primary options on the flanks in Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.
As such, Asensio has seemingly emerged as an option for the Premier League runners-up.
A move to the Emirates could appeal to Asensio given that they were one of the best teams in England this season, will be playing Champions League football, and have a good project that is headed in the right direction.
On top of that, the success that Martin Odegaard has achieved after trading Real Madrid for Arsenal could also entice him.
But whether they would be in a position to offer what the cash-rich PSG might throw his way could decide the fate of the transfer race.
An announcement about Asensio’s exit could be made as early as this week, while Real Madrid are also hoping to resolve the futures of Nacho and Dani Ceballos imminently.
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Manchester United launch final push to sign Real Madrid outcast; club resists permanent exit
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Endrick as the Brazilian forward’s future at Real Madrid becomes increasingly uncertain, with a potential January loan move emerging as a solution to his lack of regular playing time.
According to Bernabeu Digital, Manchester United are making a final push to convince the 19-year-old to join them.
However, negotiations could prove complicated because the Premier League club is interested in including a purchase option in the deal, while Real Madrid are not currently planning to give up permanent control of the striker.
Endrick’s limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season have opened the door to a temporary departure, with AC Milan and Tottenham also emerging as potential destinations.
Why Manchester United want Endrick?
Manchester United are looking for greater attacking productivity and believe Endrick could provide a different dimension to their forward line.
The Premier League club has also been linked with the Brazilian in the past, as they assess options to improve their goalscoring output after a poor start to the season.
Notably, his situation at Real Madrid makes a move more plausible, as Endrick has struggled to secure consistent minutes, and the club is considering a loan that would give him the chance to play regularly.
However, United’s preferred terms could become the biggest obstacle.
The English side reportedly wants the option to buy Endrick at the end of the loan, potentially giving them a route to a permanent transfer if he impresses.
Real Madrid reject permanent Endrick exit
Real Madrid’s preference is understood to be a straightforward loan without a purchase option.
The club want Endrick to gain experience elsewhere before returning to compete for a place in the squad, rather than risk losing a young forward they have invested in for the future.
His previous loan spell at Lyon provides a possible model for another temporary move, although any agreement would depend on the terms offered and the player’s own preferences.
Manchester United are prepared to make an attractive financial proposal in an effort to secure his arrival, but money alone may not resolve the disagreement if Real Madrid remain unwilling to include a purchase clause.
