Transfer Centre LIVE! Man Utd deny contact with Klopp

The latest edition of Sky Sports' Transfer Centre buzzes with Premier League drama, headlined by Manchester United's bold midfield ambitions and Liverpool's succession planning for Mohamed Salah. Despite the live blog's tease of United denying contact with Jurgen Klopp, sources clarify no formal approach was made when the German left Anfield post-2024/25 title win, with Michael Carrick now at Old Trafford helm.[2]

Man Utd's Shock Raid on Liverpool?

Manchester United are plotting a stunning summer 2026 move for Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, per The Mirror. Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is personally driving interest in the 27-year-old Argentina World Cup winner and former Prem champ, amid speculation of his Anfield exit. However, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano dismisses it as unsubstantiated, stating no concrete links exist.[1][2][3]

United's midfield shortlist, curated by director Jason Wilcox, includes Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Carlos Baleba (Brighton), Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace), Joao Gomes, Sandro Tonali (Newcastle, also eyed by Arsenal/Liverpool), and Middlesbrough's Hayden Hackney. Carrick's Boro ties could aid the latter's Prem switch, despite Everton interest.[1][2][3]

Liverpool's Salah Successor Hunt

Liverpool see Bayern Munich's Michael Olise as ideal Salah heir, but Bayern plan contract talks (to 2029+) and demand over €100m. Rivals like Man City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona lurk. Alternatives: Yan Diomande (RB Leipzig), Nico Williams (Athletic Club), Désiré Doué/Bradley Barcola (PSG).[1][3]

Other Buzz

• Real Madrid dream of Dominik Szoboszlai (£140m, Camavinga swap); eye Vitinha (€120m).[5]
• Antonio Rüdiger eyes Prem return (Palace/Spurs/West Ham); Julián Alvarez prefers Barca.[5]
• Arsenal/Liverpool chase Christian Pulisic; Liverpool scout Junior Kroupi

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