Manchester United are interested in the £84 million-rated teenager Geovany Quenda from Sporting CP, while Liverpool has set its sights on Rayan Cherki.

Bentancur Accepts Lengthy Ban Following Son’s Comments

In a recent development, Tottenham Hotspur’s Rodrigo Bentancur has acknowledged the reality of a lengthy ban following comments made by teammate Heung-min Son. The Uruguayan midfielder has stated, “The first thing is to accept it,” as he prepares to face the consequences of the disciplinary action.

Manchester United Eyeing Sporting CP’s Quenda

In transfer news, Manchester United are reportedly setting their sights on Sporting CP’s promising teenager, Geovany Quenda. According to a report from the Mail, the 17-year-old could be on his way to Old Trafford, potentially following manager Ruben Amorim from Portugal.

The Red Devils had previously made inquiries about Quenda before Amorim’s arrival, and they are eager to secure a deal as soon as possible. A summer transfer is being viewed as the most likely scenario, but it won’t come cheap. Quenda recently extended his contract until 2027, which saw his release clause soar from £38 million to a staggering £84 million.

Liverpool Targeting Lyon’s Cherki as Salah Replacement

Meanwhile, Liverpool are reportedly eyeing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose contract at Anfield is set to expire in January. With speculation surrounding a move to Saudi Arabia for the Egyptian forward, the Reds are keen to identify a suitable successor.

L’Equipe has reported that Liverpool are preparing for Salah’s possible departure by targeting the rising star from Lyon. However, they face stiff competition from Paris Saint-Germain, who are also monitoring Cherki’s situation. The young midfielder’s current contract runs until 2026, but it includes a clause for a one-year extension should he remain at the club beyond this season.

Chilwell and Carreras on United’s Left-Back Shortlist

As the January transfer window approaches, Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for a new left-back. According to the Express, Ruben Amorim has identified Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell and Benfica’s Alvaro Carreras as key targets.

The Portuguese manager is keen to bolster his squad, particularly with uncertainty surrounding the futures of Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. CaughtOffside has suggested that Amorim has a strong interest in Carreras, a United academy graduate who has been making waves in Portugal since joining Benfica permanently after a successful loan spell.

United are believed to have included a £17 million buy-back clause in Carreras’ contract, allowing them to keep tabs on his development. However, Chilwell, who is valued at £50 million, remains a long-term target for the club.

West Ham, Southampton, and Celtic in Race for Teenage Twins

In a fascinating transfer battle, West Ham United and Southampton are vying with Celtic to secure the signatures of twin brothers Cole and Dylan Williams from Airdrie. The 16-year-old midfielders have yet to make their senior debuts for the Scottish Championship side, but their potential has caught the eye of several clubs.

The Sun reports that both Premier League clubs are eager to snatch the twins from under Celtic’s nose. The Williams brothers are currently on short-term agreements with Airdrie and have made appearances for the U18 side, although they have yet to feature in the first team.

Having impressed at youth level, particularly against Celtic, the twins are now at the center of a transfer tug-of-war, with West Ham and Southampton leading the charge. So far this season, both Cole and Dylan have been named as unused substitutes for Airdrie on three occasions.