⚽ Paper Round: United Target Watkins Amid Højlund Uncertainty, Arsenal Join Race for Eze, Kudus on Spurs Radar

By (Ahmed Elashry)📅 Tuesday, July 1, 2025🔴 Manchester United Eye Watkins SME News UK. Amid Højlund UncertaintyManchester United have placed Ollie Watkins on their shortlist as they assess striker options this summer, with uncertainty looming over the future of Rasmus Højlund, The Athletic reports.The Red Devils have reportedly made initial contact with Aston Villa via intermediaries and are exploring a potential move for Watkins. Talks between the clubs had previously included discussions of **Marcus Rashford, with United open to the idea of involving Watkins in a potential deal. However, Rashford’s desire to move to Barcelona put those discussions on ice.For now, United remain focused on finalising a deal for Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, but Watkins remains a prominent name under consideration.🔁 Arsenal Join Spurs in Pursuit of Crystal Palace Star EzeArsenal have opened talks with representatives of Eberechi Eze, stepping up their interest in the Crystal Palace and England attacking midfielder, according to *The Guardian.Manager Mikel Arteta is eager to add more creativity and attacking depth to his squad. While no formal contact has yet been made with Palace, sources suggest Arsenal are serious about pursuing a move for the 26-year-old, who has a reported £67.5 million release clause in a deal running through 2027.Tottenham Hotspur also remain interested in Eze, with new manager Thomas Frank keen to make him a statement signing. However, any offer may hinge on Palace’s willingness to negotiate below the buyout figure — a stance they currently seem unwilling to take.⚪ Tottenham Plot Ambitious Move for KudusTottenham are keen to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United and could break a decade-long transfer freeze between the London rivals, according to The Telegraph.The Ghanaian international, who has a short-term £85 million release clause, is open to a move, and Spurs believe they can negotiate a deal below that valuation. Kudus is considered a more attainable target than other forward options like Bryan Mbeumo, **Antoine Semenyo, and Eze.West Ham are open to selling Kudus to fund a summer rebuild under new boss Graham Potter. If completed, Kudus would be the first player to move directly from West Ham to Spurs since Scott Parker in 2011.⚽ Paper Round: United Target Watkins Amid Højlund Uncertainty, Arsenal Join Race for Eze, Kudus on Spurs Radar📅 Tuesday, July 1, 2025🔴 Manchester United Eye Watkins Amid Højlund UncertaintyManchester United have placed Ollie Watkins on their shortlist as they assess striker options this summer, with uncertainty looming over the future of Rasmus Højlund, The Athletic reports.The Red Devils have reportedly made initial contact with Aston Villa via intermediaries and are exploring a potential move for Watkins. Talks between the clubs had previously included discussions of Marcus Rashford, with United open to the idea of involving Watkins in a potential deal. However, Rashford’s desire to move to Barcelona put those discussions on ice.For now, United remain focused on finalising a deal for Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, but Watkins remains a prominent name under consideration.🔁 Arsenal Join Spurs in Pursuit of Crystal Palace Star EzeArsenal have opened talks with representatives of Eberechi Eze, stepping up their interest in the Crystal Palace and England attacking midfielder, according to The Guardian.Manager Mikel Arteta is eager to add more creativity and attacking depth to his squad. While no formal contact has yet been made with Palace, sources suggest Arsenal are serious about pursuing a move for the 26-year-old, who has a reported £67.5 million release clause in a deal running through 2027.Tottenham Hotspur also remain interested in Eze, with new manager Thomas Frank keen to make him a statement signing. However, any offer may hinge on Palace’s willingness to negotiate below the buyout figure — a stance they currently seem unwilling to take.⚪ Tottenham Plot Ambitious Move for KudusTottenham are keen to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United and could break a decade-long transfer freeze between the London rivals, according to The Telegraph.The Ghanaian international, who has a short-term £85 million release clause, is open to a move, and Spurs believe they can negotiate a deal below that valuation. Kudus is considered a more attainable target than other forward options like Bryan Mbeumo, Antoine Semenyo, and Eze.West Ham are open to selling Kudus to fund a summer rebuild under new boss Graham Potter. If completed, Kudus would be the first player to move directly from West Ham to Spurs since Scott Parker in 2011.🇧🇷 Richarlison Set for Spurs Exit, Galatasaray Leading the RaceTottenham forward Richarlison is expected to depart this summer, with Turkish giants Galatasaray emerging as front-runners for his signature, reports The Sun.Though previously linked with a return to Everton, sources claim new Toffees manager David Moyes has turned down the opportunity to re-sign the 28-year-old Brazilian. Spurs are prepared to sell Richarlison for around £20 million, with a permanent deal preferred over a loan.Galatasaray had also shown interest in Victor Osimhen, but with that deal stalling, attention has shifted back to Richarlison, who endured a difficult campaign in North London.Tottenham forward Richarlison is expected to depart this summer, with Turkish giants Galatasaray emerging as front-runners for his signature, reports The Sun.Though previously linked with a return to Everton, sources claim new Toffees manager David Moyes has turned down the opportunity to re-sign the 28-year-old Brazilian. Spurs are prepared to sell Richarlison for around £20 million, with a permanent deal preferred over a loan.Galatasaray had also shown interest in Victor Osimhen, but with that deal stalling, attention has shifted back to Richarlison, who endured a difficult campaign in North London.