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It’s once again time for 3 Added Minutes’ regular morning round-up and review of the biggest new Premier League transfer rumours – and we start today’s column off with a story which should interest Manchester United fans (and perhaps worry some of the West Ham persuasion).
Caught Offside claim that United are now “eyeing up” a loan deal for Real Madrid starlet Endrick, who is widely believed to be available from January due to a lack of playing time at the Bernabeu.
United are said to be one of eight teams looking at the 19-year-old striker – who is widely regarded as one of the most talented young forwards of his generation – and while this report declines to name them, West Ham have been extensively linked with a loan deal along with a handful of sides from Spain.
Endrick is “expected” to leave Madrid on a temporary basis in the new year (there is no mention here of a permanent bid) but there’s no word on whether the player himself would consider a move to Old Trafford, or whether he might prefer to go somewhere he can be more or less guaranteed starting minutes.
The 3AM Verdict: Endrick has gotten stuck behind Kylian Mbappé at Real but has immense talent and has already scored three goals for the Brazilian national team – so one can perhaps understand why United might be keen if Benjamin Šeško doesn’t pick up some steam. Still, this is the first time we’re seeing United’s name come up and there’s an argument that United may want someone more established.
Chelsea & Spurs racing to sign £35m wonderkid
Meanwhile, down in London, both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are said to be in hot pursuit of another brilliant Brazilian talent – Vasco da Gama’s Rayan, with both sides already said to have “been in talks” with the 19-year-old’s agent, according to TeamTalk.
They aren’t the only teams interested in the forward, who has scored 12 goals for his club this season – Fiorentina and Porto have made “enquiries” as well, while Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, PSG and Barcelona are also said to have “tracked” the youngster in recent months.
A fierce transfer battle could be brewing, then, but Chelsea and Spurs are positioning themselves to be among the frontrunners in a “January scramble.” Rayan has a €40m (£35m) release clause in his contract, but it’s claimed in this report that he could be available for as little as €30m (£26m).
The 3AM Verdict: Chelsea love splashing out on young attacking players, so we have no difficulty believing their side of this rumour, and Spurs have the money to make a deal work if they want another winger to develop alongside Mathys Tel – Rayan usually plays on the right of a front three. It sounds as though plenty of big teams are debating a bid, though, so there’s a long way to go before a clear favourite emerges.
Leeds ‘reignite’ interest in Championship star
Let’s wrap things up with a story for Leeds United supporters. Football Insider allege that the Whites are “considering reigniting their interest” in Sheffield United midfielder Gustavo Hamer, who is said to have been a “long-term target” for Daniel Farke’s side.
Leeds are “keeping tabs” on Hamer, who may well want to push for a move given the Blades’ dismal start to the new season in the second tier. Everton are also mentioned as a team who could make a move if he becomes available – but there’s no word on how much the 28-year-old might cost.
Sport Witness, meanwhile, have also picked up on a story in the French media which suggests that Leeds have “interest” in rising Lille star Lisandru Olmeta. Apparently the 20-year-old goalkeeper’s representatives have already “received calls” from Leeds.
The 3AM Verdict: Midfield is an area that could do with strengthening while Lucas Perri hasn’t exactly staked his claim to be Leeds’ number one after a summer move Lyon – in fact, he quickly lost his place to perennial back-up Karl Darlow, suggesting that a new goalkeeper could well be on the radar at Elland Road. Both stories could easily have legs.