Manchester United target Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, Tottenham Hotspur back in for Ivan Toney

Euro Transfer News - Manchester United target Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, Tottenham Hotspur back in for Ivan Toney

In Wednesday's Euro Transfer News round-up, Manchester United are reportedly targeting Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, and Tottenham Hotspur could be in for Ivan Toney. That is not all though, Julian Alvarez is supposedly edging closer to a sensational move to Barcelona from Atletico Madrid, while The Red Devils are apparently also keen on 24-year-old Roma and France star Manu Kone.

United target Barcelona's Lewandowski

The Daily Star are saying that Manchester United could try to sign Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski when his contract with the Spanish giants comes to an end.

The former Bayern Munich star’s deal with the La Liga club is set to end at the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign.

Lewandowski is still scoring goals at the highest level, having found the back of the net four times in nine appearances across all competitions so far this term.

The Daily Star is reporting that Barcelona have the option to extend the 37-year-old’s contract by another year, but they are yet to activate the clause.

"Ruben Amorim could bolster Manchester United's frontline once more next summer by bringing in Robert Lewandowski from Barcelona." read the article.

"The Pole's deal at the Camp Nou is due to run out at the end of this campaign, although the Spanish giants do have an option to extend his stay by a further 12 months.

"Whether the Catalan club will activate that clause remains uncertain, with worries surrounding Lewandowski's advancing age.

"Having celebrated his 37th birthday in the summer, there are reportedly reservations about whether the frontman still has the energy to execute Hansi Flick's demanding high-intensity pressing game."

Tottenham back in for Toney

Reports in the Spanish media have suggested that Tottenham could try to sign England striker Ivan Toney when the transfer window reopens.

Fichajes are saying that Spurs are prepared to make a bid in the region of €60 million in an attempt to bring the former Brentford star back to the Premier League.

Toney played a starring role in helping establish The Bees in the English top flight during his time in West London.

Now he could be set for a sensational return to England, having joined Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli in August 2024.

"Ivan Toney continues to be in top form with Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli, but his return to the Premier League radar has gained momentum in recent weeks," read the article.

"The strongest lead points to Tottenham, who are reportedly willing to make an offer close to 60 million euros to sign the 29-year-old English striker.

"Tottenham have lost key players in attack and are looking to Ivan Toney as a reliable alternative to bolster their forward line."

Alvarez on move again

Julian Alvarez is becoming frustrated at Atletico Madrid, according to Spanish website SPORT, with Barcelona reportedly waiting in the wings.

Madrid were beaten 4-0 by Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, and they are currently fourth in La Liga, eight points behind leaders Real Madrid.

Alvarez joined Atletico from Manchester City in the summer of 2024 after a successful stint in the Premier League.

Now, Barca are apparently keen on adding the Argentina international to their impressive list of attacking options.

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"Julian is starting to get frustrated at Atlético and has already shown it publicly at the start of the season, despite not wanting to talk about his future, something that those close to him have done," read the article.

"The forward is beginning to feel increasingly clear that if the Atletico project doesn't pan out and he can't compete for silverware, the best thing to do will be to find another team in Europe.

"And Barca is closely monitoring this decision, which could be decisive in their chances of signing him.

"The Argentine international opted for Atletico, convinced by Diego Simeone and the firm commitment of the red-and-white club, which paid almost 80 million euros for him."

United set to go after Kone

Graeme Bailey believes Manchester United have set their sights on France international Manu Kone.

The 24-year-old has made nine appearances across all competitions for Roma so far this season.

United have struggled to strike the balance in their midfield since Ruben Amorim’s arrival at the club.

Bailey says they have an eye on Kone ahead of the January transfer window.

"Manchester United doing work on their 2026 options," he posted on X, formerly Twitter.

"Manu Kone is a player they have known for a number of years and he is now back on their radar after impressing at Roma."

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