Bayern Munich Renew Contact Over Manchester United Teen JJ Gabriel

Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel is again in contact with Bayern Munich through his representatives, with the 16-year-old’s future expected to become a major January issue. Liverpool, meanwhile, are assessing Fulham midfielder Josh King as they track a number of younger players attracting interest across Europe.

Gabriel’s United future remains unresolved

Bayern have reopened discussions over Gabriel, but have not submitted an offer. The German champions are waiting for a clear indication from the player before moving further and believe Spain may be his preferred destination.

• Gabriel is expected to seek a move in January after leaving Manchester United before the Carabao Cup match against Brighton & Hove Albion on September 16.
• The teenager has not returned to training with United since that episode.
• United want to keep Gabriel despite the uncertainty surrounding his next step.
• Bayern’s interest has been renewed, although there is no formal proposal on the table.

Bayern are also considering whether to make a winter approach for Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo. The 28-year-old remains in Hansi Flick’s plans, but Fermín López is competing with him for minutes. Barcelona could be willing to examine bids of about €90 million, while Olmo’s contract runs to 2030 and several Premier League sides are watching his position.

Liverpool monitor King as Premier League rivals circle

Liverpool are weighing up a January move for Fulham’s 19-year-old midfielder King following his strong opening to the campaign. The Craven Cottage club are reluctant to sell a player tied down until June 2029, but Liverpool see him as a possible long-term recruit and intend to continue their assessment before deciding on a bid.

• Arsenal and Manchester United are also interested in King.
• Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona have joined the group monitoring the Fulham player.
• Nottingham Forest are determined to retain Brazilian centre-back Murillo through the season, despite attention from Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.
• Forest would only contemplate a January sale for an extraordinary offer, with Murillo having agreed a deal until 2030 in May.

Manchester United may also need to recruit during the January window because of concerns at left-back and in attack. Juventus have placed United forward Joshua Zirkzee on a three-man striker shortlist alongside Mateo Retegui and Folarin Balogun.

Bayern players draw interest from Spain and England

Real Madrid and Barcelona have made their interest known in Bayern winger Michael Olise, although the France international is settled in Germany and does not appear keen on a Premier League return. Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City continue to admire the player, while Bayern are ready to discuss a new deal that would include a significant salary increase.

Harry Kane’s own negotiations over an extended Bayern contract are progressing, with confidence on both sides that an agreement can be completed soon.

January plans and contract developments across Europe

• Arsenal have contacted the camp of Mexico international Gilberto Mora about a possible January transfer. His current deal includes a €28 million release clause.
• AC Milan are following Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari as part of their planning for next season’s midfield rebuild.
• Brighton have maintained a long-term interest in Girona defender Holmes Zamorano. The 17-year-old has a €10 million buyout clause and is being watched by several clubs.
• Chelsea want Josh Acheampong to sign an upgraded long-term agreement after Liverpool, Arsenal, Newcastle United and Bournemouth made enquiries. His present contract expires in 2029.
• Bayer Leverkusen are holding advanced discussions with Ibrahim Maza over a new deal running until 2030.
• Juventus have intensified their pursuit of Alessandro Romano, the Cagliari midfielder currently at the club on loan from Roma.
• Arsenal are monitoring Red Bull Bragantino right-back Ryan Augusto, who is 19.
• Free-agent forward Cedric Teuchert is training with Hannover while considering interest from other clubs.