Transfer rumors, news: Bayern eye move for Liverpool's Konaté

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Tottenham Hotspur are targeting new attacking options as part of their ambitious transfer plans for the January and summer windows, with Real Madrid's Rodrygo and Juventus' Kenan Yildiz among the players being considered. Spurs have monitored Rodrygo for some time but face strong competition from Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool. Similarly, Yildiz is attracting attention from Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea alongside Tottenham[1].

Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are pursuing Liverpool center back Ibrahima Konaté, whose contract at Anfield expires next summer. This interest arises as Bayern's contract negotiations with Dayot Upamecano have stalled, and with Upamecano attracting interest from Liverpool, Internazionale, Real Madrid, and Chelsea, Bayern are evaluating Konaté as a possible replacement. However, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are also involved in talks for Konaté, indicating a competitive bidding scenario[1].

Atalanta may look to offload forward Ademola Lookman in January. The 28-year-old Nigeria international was eager to move during the summer, but no deal materialized. Furthermore, a recent disagreement with manager Ivan Juric and his €50 million valuation, combined with Africa Cup of Nations participation, complicate potential transfers. Lookman remains under contract until 2027[1].

These developments highlight the busy upcoming transfer periods for top European clubs, with multiple high-profile players potentially changing clubs amid contract uncertainties and strategic squad reinforcements.