Mateo Retegui Transfer Saga: Arsenal and Manchester United in the Race for Atalanta Star

Arsenal and Manchester United Eye Mateo Retegui

Arsenal and Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui. According to transfer expert Ekrem Konur, both Premier League giants have expressed interest in the 25-year-old forward. The Gunners have already initiated contact with Atalanta, while the Red Devils have added Retegui to their list of potential targets.

Competition Heat Up

The race for Retegui is not limited to England. Juventus, Napoli, Paris Saint-Germain, and Aston Villa are also rumored to be in the mix, making this transfer battle one to watch in the upcoming months. Retegui's impressive form in Serie A has caught the attention of several top clubs, and his versatility upfront makes him a valuable asset.

Marcus Rashford's Barcelona Dream

In other transfer news, Marcus Rashford is still hopeful of joining Barcelona, despite Aston Villa holding a £40 million option to make his loan move permanent. The Sun reports that Rashford's agent has been in talks with Barcelona's sporting director Deco, who confirmed that the club had discussions with the 27-year-old forward in January. Although Barcelona was not actively seeking a player at the time, Rashford believes his performances at Aston Villa could reignite their interest.

Theo Hernandez's Future at AC Milan

Theo Hernandez's situation at AC Milan is also drawing attention. According to Calciomercato, a decision on the French left-back's future is imminent. With his contract set to expire in 2026, Hernandez is reportedly in no rush to sign a new deal, as he aims to secure a more favorable contract elsewhere. Milan, on the other hand, is keen to either renew his contract or sell him this summer to avoid losing him on a free transfer.

Bayern Munich's Kimmich Contract Talks

Bayern Munich's sporting director Max Eberl has expressed optimism regarding Joshua Kimmich's contract extension. In an interview with Sky Sports Deutschland, Eberl stated that the club is working hard to finalize the deal. Kimmich, who has been linked with Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Manchester City, is expected to extend his stay at Bayern.

Bologna's Sam Beukema in the Spotlight

Sam Beukema, the 26-year-old centre-back from Bologna, is attracting interest from top LaLiga and Serie A clubs. Rudy Galetti reports that Beukema's standout performance in Bologna's recent 3-2 win over Torino has put him on the radar of several scouts. The Dutch defender led the game in clearances, accurate passes, interceptions, and aerial duels won.

Cengiz Ünder Set for LAFC Loan

Finally, Fenerbahce winger Cengiz Ünder is reportedly close to joining LAFC on loan with an option to make the move permanent. Nicolo Schira reports that the 27-year-old Turkish international has struggled for playing time this season, making just nine appearances across all competitions.