Barcelona ends pursuit of Kane, shifts focus to Leao and Man United shortlist
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Barcelona has confirmed it will not pursue Harry Kane this summer, citing an unrealistic prospect. Instead, the club looks to secure a loan deal for AC Milan's Rafael Leao, who has expressed a willingness to move to La Liga. Meanwhile, Manchester United is finalizing a five-man midfield shortlist, featuring Aurelien Tchouameni and Alex Scott among others, after failing to acquire Mateus Fernandes and Elliot Anderson. Free-spending Tottenham is interested in Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush and faces competition from several clubs for his signature. Additionally, Newcastle has ramped up efforts to sign SC Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, with the German club reportedly demanding €60 million.
- •Barcelona abandons Kane pursuit and targets Leao on loan
- •Manchester United finalizes five-man midfield shortlist
- •Tottenham eyes Marmoush amid competition for his signature
- •Newcastle pursuing Manzambi with €60M asking price
- •Lampard aims to reunite with Chelsea players at Coventry City.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Transfer rumour roundup: Barcelona abandon Kane chase but eye Leao loan; Man United midfield shortlist
"Tuesday's transfer rumours include Barcelona's stance on Harry Kane and Rafael Leao, and Manchester United's five-man midfield shortlist.Barcelona have given up hope of landingHarry Kane this summer. ...
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