Manchester United Consider Surprise Transfer Move for Manchester City’s Phillips

The buzz around potential transfer moves in European football is heating up, even though the winter transfer window hasn’t officially opened yet. From big-name players potentially switching clubs to rising stars attracting attention, there’s plenty of gossip to keep fans talking. In this edition of Transfer Talk, we delve into the latest rumors and developments, including the top story of Manchester United eyeing Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips, as well as other intriguing transfer gossip. Whether it’s big-money moves or shrewd free agent acquisitions, the transfer market is always an exciting part of the football calendar.

“Manchester United eyes Phillips for summer transfer”
Manchester United is reportedly eyeing Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips as their top priority for the summer transfer window. City boss Pep Guardiola is said to be “so sorry” for the lack of game time Phillips has received since his move from Leeds United in 2022. Guardiola can’t see a place for the midfielder in his team, and United manager Erik ten Hag is believed to be a big fan of Phillips and feels that he would be a perfect fit for the Red Devils. There are also reports that United’s new investors are keen to bring in a core of English players, and Phillips is still being picked consistently for Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions.

Meanwhile, Manchester City is reportedly interested in signing Club Brugge winger Tajon Buchanan during the January transfer window, with a potential move requiring around £50m. Manchester United has also made RB Leipzig striker Loïs Openda their top priority for the January transfer window, and Juventus is eyeing Lazio winger Felipe Anderson if he becomes available as a free agent in the summer. Real Madrid has opened talks with Reading about a move for forward Caylan Vickers, and Lyon is hoping to bring in AC Milan’s Rade Krunic to strengthen their midfield.