Barcelona president Joan Laporta is reportedly eager to seal the transfer of in-form Liverpool star Mohamed Salah as he nears the end of his contract.

The Egypt international is one of the finest players in world football and could undoubtedly do a job for Barca, even if he is now 32 years of age and possibly past his peak.

Still, Salah’s form this season has been superb and he’s showing no sign of slowing down as he’s already in double figures for both goals and assists, with Barcelona’s Laporta already making some effort to secure a deal, according to Fichajes.

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Salah looks like he could be an absolutely terrific signing on a free, especially as he’s showing signs of being able to keep on performing at the highest level for a few more years.

Barcelona already have 36-year-old Robert Lewandowski on their books, and there seems every chance Salah could also be a top performer at the highest level in Europe at that age as well.

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Barcelona’s interest is hardly surprising and is surely a major wake-up call for Liverpool, who need to do what they can to get Salah’s new contract sorted as soon as possible.

The Reds will surely find it close to impossible to replace the former Roma man, who has established himself as a club legend and also one of the finest attacking players of the Premier League era.

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Salah may feel he’s achieved all he can in English football, so Barcelona might be a tempting destination for him, even if there’s also been some talk of a move to the Saudi Pro League.

Plenty of big names have gone to Saudi in recent times and perhaps Salah will be the next, though it arguably seems like it would be a waste of talent as he’s got plenty more to do for a top European club in the next few years.

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Arsenal are reportedly facing one potentially significant obstacle in their transfer pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.

The Gunners have been linked again with Zubimendi in a report from the Independent, which suggests that the Spain international has been keen to leave Sociedad, but stayed out of loyalty due to other players moving on.

The Independent claim, however, that that is expected to change next summer, with Zubimendi perhaps set to be on Arsenal’s radar again as he’ll feel owed the chance to make a big move.

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Still, there’s slightly conflicting information coming out about this as Fichajes report that the 25-year-old remains very loyal and committed to his current club, which could complicate things for Arsenal.

Fichajes go on to state that Arsenal could get a clearer picture about the situation in the coming weeks, so Gooners will no doubt be keeping an eye out for Zubimendi updates.

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Arsenal may already have alternatives in mind in case Zubimendi again decides he’d prefer to stay with Sociedad, as sources have informed CaughtOffside about the north London giants keeping a close eye on Ajax midfielder Kenneth Taylor.

Taylor looks a promising young talent and could make sense as a smart long-term investment, though Zubimendi is clearly more proven at the highest level.

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Arsenal have invested a lot in midfielders in recent times, with Mikel Merino joining this summer, and Declan Rice the year before that.

Still, there could be room for further reinforcements in that position as Arteta faces the worrying situation of both Jorginho and Thomas Partey both being due to be out of contract at the end of the season.

Zubimendi or Taylor could both make sense as ideal replacements, and one imagines Arsenal will surely consider a few other options as well.

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Mohamed Salah has admitted that he wants to “win it all” with Liverpool this season in what could be the superstar’s last campaign with the Merseyside club.

The Egypt captain is out of contract at Anfield in 2025 and there is a possibility that the 32-year-old could leave at the end of the season, although contract talks are ongoing with the winger.

Barcelona are one club looking to pounce on the Premier League star’s situation ahead of the 2025 summer transfer window but the move is out of the Catalan club’s hands.

Salah has been with Liverpool since 2017 and has had a legendary career with the Premier League giants. The former Roma star has won every trophy possible with the Reds and on a personal level has racked up 366 appearances for the Merseyside outfit, scoring 221 goals and assisting a further 99.

The Egyptian would not have been able to achieve this without hard work and the winger’s elite mentality was on show during a recent interview.

Speaking in the latest instalment of the Reds Roundtable presented by Standard Chartered on the Liverpool YouTube channel, Salah admitted that he wants to “win it all” this season and that he hates the “idea that we are underdogs.”

When asked what his ambitions for the 2024/25 campaign are, the 32-year-old said: “Win it all. In my opinion, I work so hard every day, I hate the idea that we are underdogs.

“We have an incredible group… In each position, you’re gonna find players that are really one of the top three in the world.

“So, why we don’t win it? This city and this club has to always fight for everything.”

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Liverpool have made a very impressive start to life under Arne Slot and the early indications is that the Reds can indeed win everything this season. The Merseyside club sit top of the Premier League after 11 matches and have won all their matches in the UEFA Champions League.

It will be a very difficult task to win the quadruple as no club has ever achieved that feat but it is fair to say the fans of the club would be happy with another Premier League title.

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Mohamed Salah is one of several stars Barcelona are considering a move for in 2025 as the Catalan giants look to capitalise on the winger’s contract situation at Anfield. 

The 32-year-old is out of contract at Anfield at the end of the season and so far, there has been no sign of the Premier League club reaching an agreement with the Egypt captain.

Discussions over a new contract are currently taking place but both parties remain far apart.

This will be a major worry for Liverpool fans as Salah has been a major part of Liverpool’s success since moving to Anfield from Roma as part of a £34.3m deal in 2017.

The Egyptian superstar has won everything at Liverpool and has cemented himself as a legend across the 366 games he has featured in for the Reds, in which he has scored 221 goals and assisted a further 99 – and the player is not ready “to turn his back” on Arne Slot’s team.

Salah has not slowed down this season as the winger became the first player in Europe’s big five leagues to reach double figures for both goals and assists with his contributions against Aston Villa on Saturday.

This will only increase the attraction of clubs to the 32-year-old’s situation at Anfield with Barcelona one European giant ready to pounce.

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With Salah currently set to become a free agent in 2025, this is a situation that very much appeals to Barcelona given the La Liga giants’ current financial situation.

The Catalan club’s president wants to sign a superstar next summer and according to Mundo Deportivo, Nico Williams, Rafael Leão, Mohamed Salah and Leroy Sané are all on Barca’s list of targets.

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Hansi Flick’s team have made a very impressive start to the 2024/25 campaign as they currently sit top of La Liga and a big part of that has been down to the form of their front three.

It doesn’t make sense for Barcelona to disrupt this by signing one of these names and it would be more beneficial to spend the money strengthening other key areas.

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Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka is reportedly attracting transfer interest from Ipswich Town, according to Simon Phillips via Substack.

Chukwuemeka supposedly knows it’s “game over” for him at Stamford Bridge after a total lack of playing time under new manager Enzo Maresca this season.

The talented England youth international arrived at Chelsea with a big reputation after impressing at Aston Villa, but it just hasn’t happened for him since his move to west London.

According to Phillips, it now seems Chukwuemeka could move on, with Ipswich joining the likes of Barcelona and AC Milan as suitors for the 21-year-old.

The report adds that Chukwuemeka has a preference for staying in the Premier League, and in London if possible, so it will be interesting to see how this saga develops in the weeks ahead.

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Another interesting detail that Phillips notes in his report is that Chelsea remain long-standing admirers of Ipswich striker Liam Delap.

Delap has been in fine form for Ipswich in recent times and if Chukwuemeka goes there, it could be useful for the Blues if they decide to pursue a deal in the future.

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It’s a bit early to say for sure how this could all pan out, but it perhaps makes sense for CFC to build good relationships with the Tractor Boys if possible, as Delap certainly looks like a talent worth keeping a close eye on.

The 21-year-old looked a promising talent during his time at Manchester City, though he couldn’t quite break into their first-team on a regular basis, which is hardly surprising given the competition for places in Pep Guardiola’s side.

Delap is now impressing at Ipswich, though, so Chelsea might do well to snap him up in future, and they could even end up having a slight advantage if all goes well with Chukwuemeka.

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Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah has been linked with a move away from the Bundesliga club.

According to Fichajes, Manchester United and Barcelona have made contact for his signing. The 28-year-old German international is an attractive prospect because of his contract situation. He will be a free agent next summer, and it is no surprise that top clubs are keen on him.

Tah has established himself as a reliable performer in the Bundesliga, and he has the physical and technical attributes to succeed in the Premier League as well.

Manchester United need defensive reinforcements and the 28-year-old would be a quality addition for them. The defender is at the peak of his powers and he could make an instant impact in England. His ability to read the game and aerial prowess will add a new dimension to the Manchester United backline.

He could prove to be an upgrade on Harry Maguire, who has been linked with an exit from Old Trafford. Manchester United have already brought in two quality central defenders at the start of the season – Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro. It seems that they are looking to improve their defence further. The 28-year-old seems like the ideal acquisition for them in terms of quality and affordability.

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The defender could be tempted to move to the Premier League as well. It will be an exciting challenge for him at this stage of his career. He would get to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world, and he would get to showcase his qualities in the Premier League.

Meanwhile, Barcelona would be an attractive destination for the player as well. The Spanish outfit have been quite impressive this season and they will be hoping to win major trophies. We need to improve their squad in order to push for the league title and the Champions League consistently. Someone like that would be a quality addition.

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Alphonso Davies will be a player in demand in 2025, and Barcelona are one of the clubs plotting to take him away from Bayern Munich next summer.

In recent weeks, Barcelona have expressed in-house doubts about the left-back position in Hansi Flick’s squad. Alejandro Balde has had a slightly underwhelming start to the 2024-25 season, which is largely in part to the lack of competition he faces – Gerard Martin is his backup, although his performances when called upon have left a lot to be desired.

Because of this, Barcelona are likely to address the position one way or another. Alex Valle, who is currently on loan at Celtic, is in contention to compete with Balde upon his return, although it may end up being that a serious contender is signed by the Catalans instead. If that happens, Alphonso Davies would be the favoured candidate.

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Barcelona have been linked with Davies over the last couple of months, and Christian Falk has confirmed that Hansi Flick wants to be re-united with the Canadian international. Despite this, it is still Real Madrid – who are currently in the midst of a defensive crisis – that lead the way for the 23-year-old, whom they have been following for some time. Not only that, Manchester United are also in the background.

Davies’ future will be one to watch as 2025 comes around. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester United can all offer pre-contract agreement from the 30th of December, which is not long away at all.

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Manchester United have been linked with a move for the Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies.

According to journalist Christian Falk, Manchester United are very much on the table when it comes to the race for the Canadian international defender. They will face competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona as well. The defender will be a free agent in the summer of 2025 and naturally, he is one of the most attractive commodities on the market right now.

Signing a player of his calibre on a free transfer would be a masterstroke for any club, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. Manchester United need a quality left back, and Davies would be a major upgrade on Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Both players have had their fair share of injury problems, and the Red Devils need alternatives now.

There have been rumours of a formal offer for the player as well.

The 24-year-old has proven himself in the Bundesliga and he has the quality to thrive in the Premier League as well. Apart from his defensive skills, his recovery pace and effectiveness going forward will add a new dimension to the Manchester United side. 

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Can Man United convince Alphonso Davies?

Convincing the player to join the club will not be easy, especially when Barcelona and Real Madrid are keen on him as well. Real Madrid need a quality long-term solution to their fullback issues, and Davies would be a solid addition. He could be tempted to join the Spanish club and push for major trophies every season with them. Similarly, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick wants a reunion with the player at the Spanish club.

A move to La Liga could be more attractive for the player. In addition to that, Manchester United are struggling to secure Champions League qualification as they cannot hope to attract players like Davies without the lure of premier European football. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.

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Liverpool have been dealt a potential blow in pursuit of Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi.

The Reds have been linked with the 22-year-old for quite some time with speculation they could approach Dortmund over a deal in the summer.

However, Arne Slot’s chances of signing the rapid wide-forward have been dented after Barcelona joined the running.

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According to a recent report from Fichajes, Hansi Flick is a big fan of Adeyemi and would love to add him to his options.

The Barcelona boss believes Dortmund’s number 27, who can play on either flank and fill in up front, could be key to his tactical plans — something Ferran Torres has failed at.

The Spain international has struggled to establish himself as a key player since his £46 million transfer from Manchester City in 2021.

Ahead of his contract expiring in 2027, the Catalan club are open to offloading him ahead of his value declining.

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Consequently, instead of selling him outright, Barcelona are considering using him as a makeweight in a swap offer to Dortmund for Adeyemi.

And should the Spanish giants pursue this type of deal, Liverpool’s transfer chances will suffer as a result.

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Adeyemi could be an option to replace Mo Salah ahead of the Egyptian’s contract expiring at the end of the season, but unable to match Barcelona’s potential offer, Liverpool’s lack of incentive could see them miss out on the rapid 22-year-old.

During his time at the Signal Iduna Park, Adeyemi, who joined from RB Salzburg in 2022, has scored 19 goals and registered 13 assists in 74 games in all competitions.

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Chelsea are considering making a January transfer window offer for Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios as both Carney Chukwuemeka and Cesare Casadei could leave.

Sources with a close understanding of Chelsea’s plans have informed CaughtOffside that the Blues are open to listening to offers for both Chukwuemeka and Casadei, who have fallen out of favour under manager Enzo Maresca.

Barrios is understood to be one of Chelsea’s top targets in midfield, with the feeling being that, although Atletico Madrid don’t want to sell, the 21-year-old could have his price, which would be in the region of €60million.

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As well as Chelsea, there is also interest from Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Barcelona, CaughtOffside understands.

Man City could also do with strengthening in midfield this winter as Rodri is expected to be out injured for the entire season.

Pablo Barrios looks a great fit for Chelsea’s transfer model

Chelsea have done well in recent times to sign some elite young talent, though arguably with mixed success.

While Cole Palmer and Moises Caicedo have done very well at Stamford Bridge, there have also been some notable flops like Enzo Fernandez and Mykhailo Mudryk.

Still, Barrios looks like the kind of young player who could make a good fit for CFC, especially if they decide to make a change from the out-of-favour Fernandez in the near future.

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Barrios has really excelled in his time in Madrid and it wouldn’t be too surprising to see a richer club coming along at some point and poaching the Spaniard.

Still, clubs like Bayern and Barca would also be very tempting destinations, so there’s no guarantee Chelsea would be able to win the race for his signature.

It could be smart, however, for Barrios to give serious consideration to the west Londoners at the moment as it might be his best bet for a move that guarantees him a good amount of playing time and development.

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