Transfer news February 27th: Chelsea take the lead in Murillo deal, MU and Liverpool withdraw from £50 million transfer.
Chelsea are leading the race to sign Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo, while Manchester United and Liverpool have given up on Mateus Mane due to his £50 million price tag.
The transfer market on the morning of February 27th witnessed unexpected moves from the Premier League's big clubs. While Chelsea is pushing to strengthen its defense, rivals Manchester United and Liverpool are showing signs of hesitation due to the high transfer fees for young talents.
Chelsea are leading the race to sign Murillo.
The race to sign Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo is heating up more than ever in England. The 23-year-old Brazilian has just had a breakout season, making him a top target for many big clubs, especially Liverpool.
However, according to data from Teamtalk, Chelsea currently holds the upper hand in this transfer. With a strategy prioritizing talent from South America, the Stamford Bridge club is ready to invest heavily in upgrading its defensive system. Chelsea's determination is pushing its competitors into a chasing position in persuading Nottingham Forest to release the player.
Jurgen Klopp commits his future to Red Bull.
Rumors about Jurgen Klopp leaving his position as Global Director of Football at Red Bull have been officially dispelled. CEO Oliver Mintzlaff has stated that reports of the German manager's departure are completely unfounded.
Speaking to Sky Sports Germany, Mintzlaff emphasized that Klopp remains a key figure in the group's long-term plans. This commitment helps stabilize the mindset of Red Bull's football ecosystem after recent speculation from the English and German media.
Manchester United and Liverpool withdraw from the Mateus Mane transfer deal.
In contrast to Chelsea's decisive move, both Manchester United and Liverpool have withdrawn from the pursuit of young star Mateus Mane from Wolves. While they highly value the 18-year-old's potential, Wolves' £50 million asking price is considered too high a barrier.
According to internal sources, both Manchester United and Liverpool agree that Mane still needs more time to gain real-world experience before he can justify the record-breaking transfer fee for such a young player.
Dusan Vlahovic prefers to join Barcelona.
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is setting his sights on Camp Nou. Despite receiving close interest from Tottenham and Chelsea, the 26-year-old Serbian forward is reportedly keen to move to Barcelona after his current contract expires in summer 2026.
The Catalan giants are closely monitoring the situation, viewing Vlahovic as a cost-effective attacking option on a free transfer. However, they will face competition from AC Milan and financially powerful Premier League clubs.
Other notable transfer news
- Honest Ahanor is on the radar of the Big Six:The 18-year-old Nigerian left-back is being closely monitored by Arsenal, Man City, and Chelsea. The price tag for this physically strong player is estimated to be around £30 million.
- Newcastle are looking for a replacement for Nick Pope:Newcastle are considering Bart Verbruggen (Brighton) and James Trafford (Man City) as long-term successors in goal.
- Victor Osimhen's special clause:Napoli included a clause requiring Galatasaray to pay £60 million if the club sold the Nigerian striker to any other Italian club.
- Liverpool's young star is looking for a move away:Trent Kone-Doherty (19 years old) is likely to join Molde (Norway) to seek regular playing opportunities, despite being offered a contract extension by Liverpool.
