Transfer rumors, news: Como's Paz destroyed Man United, now they want to sign him

Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz is being watched by Chelsea and Manchester United, while Barcelona are among several major European clubs tracking Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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Trending rumors

- Manchester United are monitoring Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz ahead of next season, while Chelsea are also keen, Nicolò Schira reports. Real Madrid hold an €80 million clause to re-sign him, which becomes valid in early July, but Como are eager to keep the 22-year-old Argentina international after his two goals and an assist in their 4-1 Champions League victory over Manchester United.

- Barcelona are among several major European clubs tracking Philadelphia Union midfielder Cavan Sullivan, according to Sport. Although the USMNT international previously signed a pre-contract agreement to join Manchester City when he turns 18, uncertainty around City's financial sanctions has alerted Barcelona, Real Madrid, Chelsea, Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain.

- Chelsea are keeping tabs on Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz following advice from Xabi Alonso to stay attentive if his Anfield exit becomes possible, according to TEAMtalk. The Blues are currently maintaining a watching brief on the 23-year-old Germany international, while Liverpool remain determined to see his move succeed.

- Galatasaray are pulling out of a potential move for Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes, leaving Saudi Arabia as his most likely destination if he departs Old Trafford, per TEAMtalk. With less than a year on his contract and talks over a new deal not progressing, the 32-year-old's high wage demands restrict his options in Europe, whereas Al Hilal remain attentive.

- Liverpool have held contact with representatives of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, reports Sky Germany. However, no formal offer is being prepared for the 26-year-old, with the Reds placing AS Monaco's Lamine Camara and Bournemouth's Alex Scott higher on their priority list.

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Other rumors

- Aston Villa's Unai Emery and former Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann are considered top candidates for Manchester United if the club decide to replace head coach Michael Carrick. (Guardian)

- Arsenal have revived their interest in Atlético Madrid winger Álex Baena ahead of a potential January move. (Football Transfers)

- Liverpool are prepared to trigger their €55 million permanent transfer option for on-loan defender Ronald Araújo if his strong performances continue. (Marca)

- Manchester United, Manchester City, Brentford, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Everton and Sunderland have all scouted 18-year-old Twente defender Ruud Nijstad. (TEAMtalk)

- Chelsea youngster Kendry Páez is ready to seek a departure during the January transfer window. (Nicolò Schira)

- Arda Güler has officially signed a new contract extension committing his future to Real Madrid until June 2032. (Fabrizio Romano)

- Monaco midfielder Mamadou Coulibaly has emerged as a potential Napoli target to replace André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, though the valuation remains a hurdle. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio could move to Bologna as his loan spell at Bournemouth from Juventus continues to yield limited playing time. (Tuttosport)

- RB Leipzig will trigger their mandatory permanent clause to sign Brajan Gruda in the second half of the season alongside an option for Neil El Aynaoui in a combined €50 million package. (Philipp Hinze)