Real Madrid is pursuing Trent Alexander-Arnold for a potential transfer in January, while Manchester United has set its sights on Viktor Gyokeres.

**Real Madrid Set to Make Move for Alexander-Arnold This January**

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to launch a £20 million bid for Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold in the upcoming January transfer window. However, The Telegraph suggests that the Merseyside club is unwilling to part with their vice-captain as they pursue silverware this season.

The report states, “Real Madrid are ready to pay £20 million to entice Liverpool into selling Trent Alexander-Arnold in January, but the Premier League leaders are resolute in their stance that their key player will not be leaving this month.”

Liverpool’s focus remains firmly on their ambitions for the Premier League title and the Champions League. The club is prioritizing trophies over any potential financial gain from selling a pivotal player. The report further highlights that the potential fee of €20-25 million that Real Madrid is willing to offer could easily be eclipsed by the prize money Liverpool could earn should they secure their second Premier League title in 35 years or clinch a seventh European Cup.

Despite the interest from Real Madrid, Liverpool are still hopeful of persuading Alexander-Arnold to sign a new long-term contract at Anfield. They aim to avoid the risk of losing him on a free transfer at the end of the season. However, with Real’s advances, many observers believe the chances of the right-back remaining at Liverpool are diminishing.

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**Manchester United Eye Gyokeres in January**

In a bid to salvage their faltering season, Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is keen on bringing in Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon this January. The striker, who has been a standout performer, would command his full £80 million release clause, although a more affordable deal could be on the cards for the summer.

According to The Mirror, “Manchester United will attempt to secure Viktor Gyokeres this month as they look to turn their season around.” Amorim, who previously managed Sporting Lisbon, had always intended to bring Gyokeres to Old Trafford, although the move was initially planned for the summer.

However, extracting Gyokeres from Sporting in January would require United to meet the hefty release clause in his contract. While the club could potentially raise funds through player sales, any deal for the former Coventry City forward would need the approval of the Glazers. Reports suggest that Sporting would demand the full release clause amount if they are to part ways with Gyokeres mid-season, although a lower fee could be negotiated for a summer transfer.

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**Juventus Set Sights on Zirkzee Loan**

Meanwhile, Manchester United may find themselves with a vacancy for Gyokeres, as Joshua Zirkzee’s future at Old Trafford appears increasingly uncertain. Following a disappointing performance where he was substituted after just 33 minutes against Newcastle, Juventus are reportedly considering a loan move for the Dutch forward.

The Sun reports, “Juventus are preparing a loan bid for Joshua Zirkzee after his Manchester United career hit a new low on Monday night.” The 23-year-old was met with jeers from the home crowd as he left the pitch, visibly upset, before returning to the dugout for the second half.

Despite Ruben Amorim’s commitment to support Zirkzee, the player’s prospects at United seem bleak, with a loan move to Italy potentially on the horizon.

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**Premier League Giants Target Olmo**

In other transfer news, a host of Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Liverpool, are keeping a close eye on Dani Olmo. The Spanish forward could be available on a free transfer after Barcelona failed to register him for the second half of the season.

The Daily Mail explains, “La Liga has removed Dani Olmo and Pau Victor from Barcelona’s list of registered players after the club missed a crucial deadline.” Olmo had only recently joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig in a £50 million deal but was only able to be registered on a temporary basis due to the financial constraints facing the Catalan club.

With Olmo’s future now uncertain, several Premier League clubs are circling, eager to take advantage of the situation. Reports from Spain indicate that United, City, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham are all monitoring the developments closely, ready to pounce should the opportunity arise.