The latest football transfer news and rumors are circulating from around the globe, with major European clubs actively planning their recruitment strategies for the upcoming summer transfer window. Several high-profile players are being linked with moves, sparking considerable speculation across the Premier League and other top leagues.

Manchester United is reportedly considering a shock move for Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, as they draw up a list of potential midfield options for the summer. The Red Devils are closely monitoring the 27-year-old's future amidst increasing speculation he could leave Anfield. While securing Mac Allister would be a challenging task, United has also shown interest in Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, Brighton & Hove Albion's Carlos Baleba, and Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson. Furthermore, Manchester United continues to monitor Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney, with strong belief that Hackney will play Premier League football next season, potentially influenced by his links with former Boro boss Michael Carrick, now at Old Trafford. Everton is also keeping an eye on Hackney's situation.

Liverpool, meanwhile, views Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise as a near-perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah. However, Bayern Munich is determined to retain Olise, with his current deal running until 2029, and is preparing new contract talks. Olise himself is reportedly not in a rush to return to the Premier League. Liverpool's alternative targets for Salah's potential departure include RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, Athletic Club's Nico Williams, and Paris Saint-Germain's Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola. The price tag for Olise could exceed €100 million, with Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona also showing interest.

Arsenal has been informed that Athletic Club winger Nico Williams is contemplating a summer transfer. The 23-year-old's contract includes a release clause around €100 million, with Barcelona and Arsenal reportedly his preferred destinations. Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich have also been notified of his potential availability through intermediaries. Additionally, Arsenal reportedly holds an advantage over Tottenham Hotspur in the pursuit of Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka, who could become a free agent in the summer. However, the Gunners are also willing to let left-back Riccardo Calafiori leave due to growing concerns about his injury record.

Juventus is actively pursuing AFC Bournemouth center-back Marcos Senesi, whose contract expires this summer. The Italian club aims to secure Senesi as a free agent and is working to overcome competition from Borussia Dortmund, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Brighton & Hove Albion, Crystal Palace, and Manchester United.

Other significant rumors include Liverpool considering reigniting their interest in Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon if Mohamed Salah departs. Nicolas Jackson is expected to return to Chelsea as Bayern Munich is unlikely to activate the clause to make his loan permanent for an additional £56.2 million. Manchester City prefers to loan out goalkeeper James Trafford, with Leeds United, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United interested. European and Saudi Pro League clubs are monitoring Hakan Calhanoglu's situation at Internazionale if a contract extension cannot be agreed. Premier League clubs are showing interest in Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado, though the final decision rests with the player and club. Stuttgart has made a concrete offer for Grischa Promel, while Hoffenheim seeks to extend his contract amidst interest from Bayer Leverkusen, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Wolfsburg. Finally, St. Louis City is finalizing a loan deal for Venezuela forward Sergio Cordova from Young Boys, with an option for a permanent transfer.

Regarding the speculation of Alexis Mac Allister's move to Manchester United, ESPN's Liverpool correspondent Beth Lindop suggests it is a non-starter. Despite recent speculation, a direct transfer between Liverpool and Manchester United has not occurred since Phil Chisnall in 1964, making such a move highly unlikely to buck this historical trend. Mac Allister, who was outstanding for Arne Slot's side last season despite a recent dip in form, is under contract at Anfield until 2028 and would command a significant transfer fee, making the move commercially and historically improbable for all parties involved.