Euro Transfer News – Friday’s Headlines
SME News UK. City and United in battle for ‘new Courtois’ | Real Madrid eye Wharton | Flick firm on Casado | Rowe set for BolognaCity & United Battle for Belgium’s Next No.1The Manchester rivals are set to go head-to-head for the signature of Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens, who has been tipped as the long-term heir to Thibaut Courtois in the national setup.According to Belgian transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri, Manchester City have turned their attention to the 23-year-old after hitting a wall in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over Gianluigi Donnarumma, with PSG holding firm for a high fee.Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano reports that Manchester United are also in the race, with talks already underway and personal terms close to being agreed with Lammens.Real Madrid Place Wharton on RadarReal Madrid are considering a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, according to AS.The 20-year-old England international has impressed since breaking into the Premier League and fits Madrid’s profile of young, technically gifted players with high potential. However, the price tag is proving problematic, with Palace unwilling to negotiate for less than €80 million.Sources in Spain suggest a deal would only materialize if Madrid sanction a major outgoing, with Rodrygo among those linked with a possible move.Flick Blocks Casado Exit Amid Premier League InterestBarcelona manager Hansi Flick has drawn a clear line over the future of Marc Casado, despite growing Premier League interest.Reports from El País link the 21-year-old midfielder with Aston Villa, Wolves, and Marseille, with bids reportedly reaching €30m. Casado, a La Masia graduate who featured 36 times last season, has become a symbol of Barça’s homegrown values.Flick, however, is adamant the youngster will not be sold:> “I don’t think he wants to leave the club. And I also want to have him here, because it will be a tough season. We need every player.”Rowe on Verge of Bologna SwitchJonathan Rowe looks set to swap Marseille for Bologna following a fallout with teammate Adrien Rabiot that saw him placed on the transfer list.Italian journalist Nicolo Schira reports that the England U21 Euros-winning striker has agreed terms on a long-term deal until 2030, with Bologna set to pay €16m plus €3m in bonuses.🔵 City & United chasing Belgium’s next big goalkeeper⚪ Madrid eye Premier League starlet🔴 Flick firm on Casado stay⚫ Rowe Bologna-bound after Marseille exit
