Transfer season is in full swing, and clubs across England and Europe are reshuffling fast as exits, arrivals, and negotiations overlap.
From Madrid to the Premier League and into Serie A, several teams are already making contingency plans as key players move on.
Atletico Madrid Line Up Joao Gomes After Gallagher Exit
Atletico Madrid are wasting no time adjusting to life without Conor Gallagher.
The England midfielder officially sealed his £34 million switch to Tottenham, signing a five-and-a-half-year deal and taking the No. 22 shirt.
He could make his Spurs debut against West Ham this weekend.
Gallagher made it clear the move felt right from the start, describing the transfer as straightforward and saying he is eager to get playing immediately.
With that chapter closed, Atletico have turned their attention to Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes.
The 24-year-old Brazilian is seen as a strong fit to replace Gallagher, although Wolves value him at over £40 million.
Atletico believe Wolves could be open to offers, but they face competition from Premier League clubs who may wait until summer in hopes of a reduced fee if relegation becomes a factor.
Juventus Enter the Race for Jean-Philippe Mateta
Juventus are the latest club to register interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
The 28-year-old has impressed in the Premier League and earned his way into France’s national team picture.
Although he was close to signing a new Palace deal last year, Mateta is now considering a move, with a switch abroad reportedly appealing to him.
Palace have long anticipated a possible summer sale and are already lining up alternatives.
Talks are progressing for Angers teenager Sidiki Cherif, while Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen and Strasbourg striker Joaquín Panichelli are also on their radar.
Juventus are planning ahead too, with Dusan Vlahovic expected to depart when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Wolves Busy Behind the Scenes
Wolves continue to tweak their squad, holding talks to loan midfielder Marshall Munetsi to Paris FC with an option to buy.
At the same time, they have turned down a loan request from Besiktas for defender Emmanuel Agbadou, though the Turkish club is preparing a revised bid.
Squad Shake-Up at Aston Villa
Change is the theme at Aston Villa as well.
Forward Donyell Malen arrived in Rome ahead of a loan move to Roma worth £1.7 million, which includes an obligation to buy for £22 million.
Villa have also sold left-back Finley Munroe to Middlesbrough.
The Championship side are not done yet and are also in discussions to sign Brighton winger Jeremy Sarmiento, who is currently on loan at Cremonese.
Crystal Palace Close In on Sidiki Cherif
Crystal Palace are confident they will secure the signing of 19-year-old Sidiki Cherif from Angers.
While the French club have valued the youngster at around £21.7 million, Palace are optimistic about agreeing a significantly lower fee.
West Ham Target Experience as Lascelles Emerges
West Ham are weighing up a move for Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles.
The 32-year-old defender is expected to leave during this window, although Newcastle want to stabilize their own defensive situation before sanctioning any exit.
Elsewhere at the London Stadium, midfielder Guido Rodríguez has attracted interest from Brazilian side Grêmio.
Lucas Paquetá has returned to training, but Flamengo are still expected to test West Ham’s resolve with another bid before the weekend.
Strikers in Demand Across the Market
Everton have made an enquiry about loaning Morocco international Youssef En Nesyri from Fenerbahce.
The striker is undecided, however, as he considers lucrative interest from Saudi Arabia.
Nottingham Forest have also checked in on En Nesyri but are actively pursuing a deal for Olympiacos forward Mehdi Taremi as an alternative.
Goalkeeper Interest Grows
Manchester City backup goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has emerged as a loan target for Italian club Genoa, with the proposed deal including an option to buy.
Bournemouth Explore Young Attacking Options
Bournemouth are casting their net wide and have enquired about Vasco da Gama’s 19-year-old forward Rayan.
Meanwhile, Leeds United striker Harry Gray, the younger brother of Tottenham’s Archie Gray, has joined Rotherham United on loan to gain first-team experience.
Fofana Likely Heading Out as Chelsea Adjust
Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana continues to attract interest, with Celtic and Derby County both monitoring his situation.
The 23-year-old is currently on loan at Fatih Karagumruk, and a permanent move would free up an international loan slot for players such as Raheem Sterling or Axel Disasi.
Elsewhere, Burnley centre-back Hjalmar Ekdal is being targeted by Nice, with the French club prepared to bid around £3.5 million.
What Comes Next?
With several deals edging closer and others hinging on last-minute negotiations, the next few days promise more movement as clubs race to finalize their plans before the window slams shut.
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