Barcelona, Atletico Battle for Senesi as Man United Monitor Diomande

Several top European clubs are actively monitoring transfer targets ahead of upcoming windows, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid leading the chase for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi.

Barcelona & Atletico Madrid Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are locked in a transfer tussle over Bournemouth and Argentina centre-back Marcos Senesi. The 28-year-old defender has reportedly informed his club of his intention to leave in 2026. (Teamtalk)

Manchester United

• Manchester United are keeping close tabs on highly rated Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old Ivory Coast forward currently attracting interest from RB Leipzig, who are said to value him at £80 million. (Talksport)
• United have not yet opened talks with Atletico Madrid regarding England midfielder Conor Gallagher, 25. (Daily Mail)
• The Red Devils are also expected to delay any decision to sell Joshua Zirkzee, due to injury concerns within the squad and the absence of several African players currently away on international duty. (ESPN)

Liverpool Liverpool are monitoring Igor Thiago, the 24-year-old Brentford striker, as they look to strengthen their attacking options. (CaughtOffside)

Newcastle, Nottingham Forest & Crystal Palace The three Premier League clubs are all interested in Ajax’s 22-year-old left-back Youri Baas, with competition expected for his signature. (Teamtalk)

Arsenal Arsenal have shown interest in Davide Bartesaghi, a 19-year-old AC Milan defender who has impressed with his performances in Serie A. (La Gazzetta dello Sport)

Bayern Munich German giants Bayern Munich are tracking Dylan Lawlor, the Cardiff City youngster who turns 20 on January 1. (Talksport)

Chelsea, Arsenal & Newcastle All three clubs are keen on Marseille and France U-18 midfielder Darryl Bakola, regarded as one of the most promising young talents in Ligue 1. (Footmercato)

Rennes Rennes are considering a loan move for Manchester City and Argentina midfielder Claudio Echeverri, 19, although Villarreal and Girona are also interested. (Ouest-France)

This report brings together the latest developments from across Europe as clubs prepare for the next transfer window.