Transfer rumors, news: Bayern's Karl to get 'dream' Real Madrid move?

Sep 24, 2026, 03:21 AM ET

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Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Lennart Karl could get his dream move to Real Madrid, while AC Milan are planning to sign USMNT winger Christian Pulisic to a new contract. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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- Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Lennart Karl, according to Bild's Christian Falk. Los Blancos are among several teams interested in the 18-year-old, with whom the Bundesliga champions plan to open contract renewal talks, while rival clubs monitor whether Michael Olise's presence in his position could create a transfer opportunity. Karl said during an event in January that playing for Madrid would be a "dream" which led to an apology after the comments sparked anger among Bayern fans.

- AC Milan are planning to sign USMNT winger Christian Pulisic to a new contract extending until the summer of 2031, according to Corriere dello Sport. Initial talks have begun with the 28-year-old's representatives over a deal worth around €5 million per season following his goal-scoring performance in Sunday's 3-0 win over Lecce.

- Chelsea are considering Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton and Feyenoord's Gjivai Zechiël as potential successors to Enzo Fernández, TEAMtalk reports. The 22-year-old Zechiel has registered five goals and four assists in seven Eredivisie matches this season, attracting interest from Chelsea, Liverpool, and five other Premier League clubs.

- Manchester City left back Rayan Aït-Nouri is being scouted by Juventus, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The 25-year-old tops the Bianconeri shortlist for the January transfer window, with a loan approach lined up due to his lack of playing time under Enzo Maresca, while RB Leipzig's David Raum is considered an alternative.

- Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are interested in Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-Jae, according to Christian Falk. Both clubs have tracked the 29-year-old South Korea international since the summer, though any move is expected to depend on upcoming contract discussions with the German club.

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Other rumors

- Arsenal are among four Premier League teams tracking Sturm Graz midfielder Luca Weinhandl, 17. (TEAMtalk)

- Barcelona sent scouts to watch Athletico Paranaense defender Arthur Dias in their 2-1 victory over Bahia on Sunday. (Sport)

- Bayern Munich are not considering a move for Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade, who is currently on loan at Juventus, despite recent reports. (Christian Falk)

- Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea are among the clubs tracking Real Sociedad defender Jon Martín. (Ekrem Konur)

- Aston Villa are preparing contract extension talks with attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendía. (Daily Mail)

- Roma and AC Milan are lining up a loan approach for Real Madrid striker Endrick in January. (Calciomercato)

- AC Milan are in talks with defender Strahinja Pavlović regarding a contract extension securing his future until June 2031. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

- Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini is set to sign a new contract extending his stay until 2031. (Nicolò Schira)

- Rennes forward Esteban Lepaul has emerged as a target for Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid. (Ekrem Konur)