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Dec 26, 2024, 01:08 PM ET

Both Manchester United and Liverpool are attempting to sign Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, as Barcelona lead the race for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah.

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Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez has been an important player for Andoni Iraola's side this season, leading to interest of numerous clubs across Europe. (Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)TRENDING RUMORS

- Manchester United and Liverpool are both battling to sign Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, says Fabrizio Romano.

United and Liverpool are both looking to strengthen in defence and United are reported to be leading the chance for the 21-year-old, though they have also been linked with Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Álvaro Carreras (Benfica) and Miguel Gutiérrez (Girona).

- Barcelona are in advanced talks with Jonathan Tah over a free transfer next summer, Fabrizio Romano reports.

The Bayer Leverkusen defender's deal expires in June 2025, meaning he'll be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with the Spanish giants from next month.

If the Gunners do decide to make a move for the 22-year-old, they could take advantage of the fact that he has the same agent as William Saliba.

EXPERT TAKE

ESPN correspondent Sam Marsden looks at Barcelona's move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah.

Barcelona's interest in Germany international Tah tallies with their approach to recruitment in recent years, but also suggests a shakeup is wanted in defence, especially considering sources have told ESPN that the club are also seeking new full-backs next summer.

Barça, restricted in the transfer market due to their problems complying with LaLiga's financial rules, have targeted free agents in recent years.

(Diario AS)

- Meanwhile, Madrid won't make an offer to sign Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk as a free transfer in the summer.
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