Transfer Buzz: Newcastle & Man Utd Eye Jackson as Sesko Backup - Wednesday's Football Gossip

Discover the latest football transfer rumors as Newcastle and Man Utd consider Nicolas Jackson as a backup for Benjamin Sesko. Stay updated with Wednesday's football gossip.

Transfer Plans for Newcastle & Man Utd

Both Newcastle United and Manchester United are reportedly considering Chelsea's Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson, 24, as a contingency plan if they fail to secure RB Leipzig's Slovenian forward Benjamin Sesko, 22. This move highlights the intense competition for top attacking talent in the upcoming transfer window. (Source: The Athletic)

Aston Villa Braces for Man Utd's Interest

Aston Villa is preparing for potential interest from Manchester United in their English striker Ollie Watkins, 29, should the Red Devils miss out on Sesko. This indicates United's determination to bolster their attacking options. (Source: Teamtalk)

Harry Maguire's Future at Man Utd

Manchester United has rejected five offers from clubs in the Premier League and Italy for their 32-year-old English defender Harry Maguire. This suggests that Maguire remains a key part of United's defensive plans. (Source: Mail)

Juventus Open to Selling Lloyd Kelly

Juventus is open to selling English center-back Lloyd Kelly, 26, and views Arsenal's Polish defender Jakub Kiwior, 25, as a potential replacement. This could shake up the defensive lineups in both clubs. (Source: Gazzetta dello Sport)

Sunderland Eyes Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Sunderland is keen to sign former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 28, on a free transfer. However, Calvert-Lewin is waiting to see if any other Premier League clubs show interest. (Source: Talksport)

West Ham's Interest in Jacob Ramsey

West Ham remains interested in Aston Villa's English midfielder Jacob Ramsey, 24, who has yet to decide on his long-term future. This could be a significant move for both clubs. (Source: Mail)

Liverpool Scouting Young Center-Backs

Liverpool has been scouting several young center-backs across Europe, including Parma's 18-year-old Italian Giovanni Leoni. This indicates Liverpool's focus on building a strong defensive future. (Source: Times)

Newcastle Approaches AC Milan for Malick Thiaw

Newcastle is set to approach AC Milan for 23-year-old German defender Malick Thiaw, showcasing their ambition to strengthen their defense. (Source: Fabrizio Romano)

Nottingham Forest Targets Douglas Luiz

Nottingham Forest will hold talks with the agent of Juventus and Brazil midfielder Douglas Luiz, 27, as they attempt to complete a deal for the talented player. (Source: Football Italia)

RB Salzburg's Mads Bidstrup on Forest's Shortlist

RB Salzburg's Danish midfielder Mads Bidstrup, 24, tops Nottingham Forest's shortlist of transfer targets, indicating their focus on adding midfield depth. (Source: Florian Plettenberg)

Championship Clubs Eye Brandon Williams

Former Manchester United left-back Brandon Williams, 24, is wanted by several Championship clubs, including Hull City, despite being without a club for 12 months. (Source: Mail)

Derby County Close to Signing Bobby Clark

Derby County is closing in on the signing of former Liverpool midfielder Bobby Clark, 20, who is set to join the Rams on a season-long loan from RB Salzburg. (Source: Sky Sports)

Tottenham Targets Rafael Leao and Rodrygo

Tottenham wants to add to their attacking options and has AC Milan's Portuguese forward Rafael Leao, 26, and Real Madrid's Brazilian winger Rodrygo, 24, among their targets. (Source: GiveMeSport)

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