Premier League Giants Eye Gittens, Rashford’s Future in Doubt, and More Transfer News
Jamie Gittens, the young Borussia Dortmund player, has recently been linked with a potential big-money move to the Premier League. According to the Daily Mail, top Premier League clubs Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham have been scouting the 19-year-old winger. Dortmund has reportedly set a price of €100 million (£83 million) for Gittens, who recently extended his contract with the club until 2028. Dortmund manager Nuri Sahin has praised Gittens for his “brutally good” one-on-one ability, which has caught the attention of the Premier League scouts.
There is a strong belief within Dortmund that Gittens could follow in the footsteps of past stars like Jadon Sancho, Jude Bellingham, Ousmane Dembélé, Christian Pulisic, and Erling Haaland, who all became massive financial successes for the club after their moves. These players were sold for more than £50 million by the time they were 21, and there are high hopes that Gittens will follow a similar path.
Gittens has become an exciting prospect for the future of both Borussia Dortmund and potentially the Premier League, with scouts from top English clubs keeping a close eye on his performances.
Newcastle Keen on Bakayoko
Newcastle United is reportedly interested in signing PSV Eindhoven winger Johan Bakayoko in the upcoming January transfer window. The Telegraph states that Newcastle is targeting Bakayoko as part of their efforts to strengthen their squad, especially as manager Eddie Howe believes that the team could benefit from new additions. Bakayoko, 21, has been impressive in the Eredivisie, scoring five goals and providing one assist in 14 appearances this season.
However, PSV Eindhoven is not keen on losing one of their best players midway through the season, and it is believed that a January transfer is unlikely. Despite this, Newcastle is expected to pursue the winger in the summer if they fail to secure a deal in January. Bakayoko’s name has been included in recruitment meetings, and it’s clear that Newcastle sees him as a strong option to improve their attacking options.
Newcastle’s interest in Bakayoko is a shift in their recruitment strategy. While the club has been scouting players like Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford and Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, they are unlikely to have the necessary £50-60 million to secure deals with Premier League rivals this January.
Arsenal Consider Ashworth Appointment
Arsenal is reportedly considering former Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth as a potential replacement for Edu, whose departure from the club was recently confirmed. Ashworth, who was let go by Manchester United after their 3-2 loss to Nottingham Forest, could now find himself taking on a similar role at the Emirates. According to The Sun, Arsenal’s managing director Richard Garlick is leading the search for a new sporting director, and Ashworth’s availability has caught their attention.
Ashworth has experience in high-level recruitment, and his relationship with Garlick could make him a strong candidate for the role. Arsenal’s interest in Ashworth comes as the club is looking to strengthen its operations and improve its player recruitment.
Rashford Could Be Sold in January
Manchester United might consider selling Marcus Rashford in January, according to The Mirror. The England forward, who has struggled for form this season with just seven goals in 23 appearances, is reportedly on the transfer market. Rashford, who still has three-and-a-half years left on his contract, is reportedly earning around £325,000 per week. This high wage is one of the reasons why Manchester United may be open to selling him in the upcoming transfer window.