Transfer Rumors: Salah Eyes Liverpool Extension, Juventus Target Silva, and More
It’s that time of the year again, folks—transfer rumors are heating up, and the soccer world is buzzing with speculation, negotiations, and potential blockbuster moves. From Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool to Juventus’ hunt for a new center-back, here’s everything you need to know about the latest transfer news, gossip, and whispers from around the globe.
Mohamed Salah Wants to Stay at Liverpool
Let’s kick things off with one of the biggest names in soccer: Mohamed Salah. According to Football Insider, the Egyptian superstar is looking to sign a three-year contract to extend his stay at Liverpool. At 32 years old, Salah remains a key figure for the Reds, and discussions about his future have reached a critical stage. Will Liverpool meet his demands and secure his services for the foreseeable future? Only time will tell.
Meanwhile, Salah isn’t the only Liverpool veteran in the spotlight. Talks are reportedly progressing between the club and 33-year-old Dutch center-back Virgil van Dijk. According to Nicolo Schira, Liverpool is working on extending Van Dijk’s contract until 2027. It’s clear that the Reds are keen on keeping their core players intact as they continue to compete at the highest level.
Juventus Eyeing Benfica’s António Silva
Over in Italy, Juventus is making moves to bolster their defense. The Serie A giants have set their sights on Benfica’s 21-year-old center-back António Silva, according to Sky Sports Italia. The Bianconeri are reportedly planning an expensive loan deal similar to the one that brought Francisco Conceição from Porto last summer. Juventus may also look to add a second defender during the winter transfer window, but Silva appears to be their top priority.
West Ham United Exploring Striker Options
In the Premier League, West Ham United is on the hunt for reinforcements up front. The Hammers have reportedly reached out to Napoli regarding a potential January move for Giovanni Simeone, as per FootballTransfers. Additionally, they’re keeping tabs on Brighton & Hove Albion’s 20-year-old striker Evan Ferguson, who could be available for a loan deal.
This interest comes as West Ham grapples with injury concerns surrounding Niclas Füllkrug and inconsistent form from Michail Antonio. Could Simeone or Ferguson be the answer to their attacking woes? Stay tuned.
Other Notable Transfer Rumors
- Max Rosenfelder: SC Freiburg’s 21-year-old center-back is attracting interest from Bayer Leverkusen, VfB Stuttgart, and RB Leipzig, according to Ekrem Konur. Despite recently extending his contract with Freiburg, speculation about his future continues to swirl.
- AC Milan: The Rossoneri are reportedly targeting Fiorentina’s Fabiano Parisi, Club Brugge’s Maxim De Cuyper, and Lecce’s Patrick Dorgu as potential deputies for Theo Hernández. They’re also eyeing midfield reinforcements, with Chelsea’s Carney Chukwuemeka, Red Bull Salzburg’s Lucas Gourna-Douath, Real Betis’ Johnny Cardoso, and Torino’s Samuele Ricci on their radar, per Calciomercato.
- Patrik Schick: The Bayer Leverkusen striker has reportedly informed the club that he wants regular playing time, according to Florian Plettenberg. While Juventus has expressed interest in signing him, Leverkusen has made it clear that Schick won’t be leaving during the winter window.
What’s Next?
As the January transfer window approaches, the rumor mill is only going to get busier. Will Salah and Van Dijk commit their futures to Liverpool? Can Juventus land António Silva? And who will West Ham bring in to bolster their attack? One thing’s for sure: the next few weeks are going to be packed with drama, speculation, and, hopefully, some big moves. Stay tuned for all the latest updates!
Originally Written by: Gab Marcotti
