Arsenal’s pursuit of Ayyoub Bouaddi could become far more complicated, with Real Madrid now closely monitoring the Lille midfielder after his impressive World Cup performances. According to journalist José Félix Díaz, Madrid are watching Bouaddi as one of the possible breakout stars of the tournament. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & The post Bad news for Arteta: Arsenal face Real Madrid blow in race for World Cup breakout star appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester United’s summer plans under Michael Carrick are starting to take shape, and a new centre-forward is now firmly part of the discussion. According to RTI Esporte, United are monitoring Brentford striker Igor Thiago, with Arsenal also involved in the race. The Brazilian has attracted attention after an excellent Premier League campaign, scoring 22 goals The post Man United face Arsenal competition as Carrick eyes move for in-demand attacker appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Chelsea are reportedly keeping an eye on Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz as Xabi Alonso considers a bold reunion with the midfielder he helped turn into one of Europe’s most exciting attacking talents. According to Football Insider, Chelsea are monitoring Wirtz’s situation, but any move would likely depend on Enzo Fernández leaving Stamford Bridge this summer. The post Xabi Alonso wants ‘really special’ Liverpool player to become part of his Chelsea rebuild appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester City are reportedly preparing a fresh offer for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson as they try to push one of the biggest transfers of the summer over the line. According to journalist Nicolo Schira, City are ready to submit a new bid worth around €135m-€140m in an attempt to reach an agreement with Forest. The post Just in: Man City prepare new bid as Premier League record breaking deal edges closer appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Barcelona are looking at the Premier League as they search for a new centre-forward, but Manchester United have made it clear that Benjamin Šeško is not available this summer. arcelona have placed the Slovenian striker on their list of alternatives if they fail to land their main target, Julián Álvarez, sources close to the agents The post Sources: Barcelona target move for ‘untouchable’ Man United player, not Bruno Fernandes appeared first on CaughtOffside.