Barcelona could pursue Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane if a move for Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez collapses, according to Sport. The report says the England international’s €65 million release clause has expired, but Bayern would be open to opening talks at around €80 million. The 32-year-old has reportedly shown interest in a move to Camp Nou and there have been inquiries with his representatives following Robert Lewandowski’s departure as a free agent this summer.
Premier League clubs are also monitoring Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur among those keeping an eye on his situation, according to The Mirror. The report notes a breakdown in communication between Manchester United and Barcelona: Barca have an option to sign Rashford for €30 million after his loan but sought to renegotiate that fee after signing Anthony Gordon for an initial €70 million. Manchester United have refused changes to the agreement and are considering turning their back on Barcelona.
Manchester United and Arsenal have requested information on AC Milan winger Rafael Leão, Nicolo Schira reports. The 26-year-old reportedly wants to leave Milan despite a contract running until 2028 and a €175 million release clause, and would prefer to play in the Premier League; no formal offers have been lodged so far.
Barcelona and Atlético Madrid have both made inquiries about Chelsea left back Marc Cucurella, according to The Athletic, with Real Madrid also showing interest. Any Barcelona move would depend on departures at Camp Nou, the report says. Cucurella is said to be willing to leave Stamford Bridge following a difficult season for Chelsea, but the club is relaxed about his situation because he has three years remaining on his deal.
Real Madrid are looking for a right back and have been linked with Internazionale’s Denzel Dumfries, Tottenham’s Pedro Porro and Sporting CP’s Iván Fresneda, Fabrizio Romano reports. Sport adds that Dumfries’ €25 million release clause activates in July and that he was mentioned informally during a meeting between Barcelona and his agent Ali Barat, though the 30-year-old is not a priority for Barca and any move would likely hinge on Jules Koundé leaving. Other reports have also linked a range of clubs to various targets this window, including transfer interest covered by Times, AS, TEAMtalk and Footmercato.
