Latest transfer news and rumors: Neymar dreams of Barcelona return

The January window may be closed, but the rumors never stop swirling. Check in every day for all the latest transfer buzz from across the soccer world.

Top story: Neymar reliving his greatest hits

Neymar wants to prove his fitness and quality back in Brazil, where he made his second debut for Santos last Wednesday, and earn another opportunity in Europe. The 33-year-old recently returned to his homeland after a miserable spell in Saudi Arabia with Al-Hilal.

His second Santos stint will be followed by another emotional return if the forward has his way. His dream is to play for Barcelona again. (Cadena SER)

Other rumors

Feb. 15

United want €150M ex-City star: Manchester United's much-publicized hunt for more firepower has led them to Atletico Madrid. The club is willing to spend big on former Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez. (Fichajes)

Konate interested in move: Ibrahima Konate is tempted to return to his hometown after learning Paris Saint-Germain are interested in his services. Liverpool have offered the defender a new contract. (ESPN)

MVDV + VVD: Liverpool are actually trying to add to their defensive ranks and would love to sign Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven regardless of whether or not Virgil van Dijk stays at Anfield. (Football Insider)

Asencio impresses PSG: Raul Asencio's performances amid a spate of defensive injuries for Real Madrid have alerted Paris Saint-Germain, but it's unlikely a €45-million offer would be enough. (Fichajes)

Reining in Reijnders: AC Milan are ready to tie Tijjani Reijnders down to a new contract amid interest from Real Madrid, Manchester City, and other top clubs. (Calciomercato)

Felix in, big names out: Milan want to extend Joao Felix's loan from Chelsea into next season with an option to buy for around €40 million. That investment could hasten sales of Theo Hernandez and Rafael Leao. (Gazetta Dello Sport)

Jack in the box: Atletico Madrid are interested in Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson as they search for a No. 9 in the summer transfer window. Aston Villa and Newcastle are also keeping tabs on the former Villarreal striker. (The Sun)

Feb. 14

Man Utd plot Osimhen approach: Manchester United are expected to bid for on-loan Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, whose release clause at Napoli is expected to drop to around £63 million before next season. (GiveMeSport)

More striking candidates: Manchester United are interested in Ipswich's Liam Delap, who should be cheaper than Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres wants Champions League football. (The Athletic)

Your move, Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior has informed his club of his salary expectations amid big-money interest from the Saudi Pro League and is now awaiting its response. His current deal expires in 2027. (AS)

Arsenal wait it out: The January transfer window is closed and the free-agent market lacks quality, so the Gunners will explore moves for Newcastle's Isak, Leipzig's Sesko, and a winger in the summer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Isak eyes Merseyside: Isak would prefer a move to Liverpool if he attempts to leave Newcastle in the summer. The Premier League leaders like Isak but could be reluctant to sanction a huge fee for the striker. (TEAMtalk)

Liverpool want Amoura up front: The Reds are talking to striker Mohamed Amoura's representatives. The Algerian's loan at Wolfsburg turns permanent in the summer, but he could be available for immediate resale. (Bild)

Chelsea keen on Kelleher: The club is keeping tabs on Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher as it explores ways to strengthen its goalkeeping department following Robert Sanchez's poor form. (Football Insider)

Paixao puts himself in shop window: Newcastle and Bournemouth had scouts watching Igor Paixao's impressive performance for Feyenoord against AC Milan on Wednesday. Tottenham are also linked with the winger. (The Sun)

Feb. 13

Saudis feeling used: The Saudi Pro League's confidence is waning in its pursuit of Mohamed Salah. There's a growing belief that the attacker is using the interest as leverage in Liverpool contract negotiations. (i Sport)

Nunez no-no: It's not just Salah who's getting admiring glances from Saudi Arabia. Liverpool insist Uruguayan striker Darwin Nunez isn't for sale amid Pro League interest. (Daily Mail)

Vini-Saudi story rumbles on: Vinicius Junior met with Saudi Pro League representatives back in 2023 and is now considering an offer worth $200 million per year to join a club in the Middle East state. (Marca)

TAA olé: Real Madrid are set to increase their efforts to secure Trent Alexander-Arnold's services for next season. The Liverpool right-back will be available as a free agent when his contract expires in June. (The Telegraph)

Finding Nico: Arsenal are the likeliest summer destination for Nico Williams, who has a €58-million release clause at Athletic Bilbao. The Gunners should expect strong competition for the winger's signature. (Fichajes)

Dortmund winger wanted: Borussia Dortmund won't allow Jamie Gittens to leave the Westfalenstadion for less than €80 million following interest from Bayern Munich and Chelsea. (Bild)

United's Lisbon link: Ruben Amorim wants to bring Geovany Quenda, a full-back from his former club Sporting CP, to Old Trafford. The 17-year-old would cost around €60 million. (TEAMtalk)

Mateta drawing attention: Lyon and Atletico Madrid are interested in Jean-Philippe Mateta. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner wants to keep the striker at Selhurst Park. (Caught Offside)

Insigne digs in his heels: Toronto FC are trying, and failing, to offload Lorenzo Insigne. The Italian rejected TFC's offer to buy out his huge contract and also turned down three approaches from Europe. (GiveMeSport)

Feb. 12

Barca's Swede need: Barcelona hope their relationship with Sporting CP will help seal a deal for Viktor Gyokeres. Should that pursuit fail, the Catalans are monitoring Gyokeres' compatriot, Newcastle striker Isak. (Sport)

Lewy staying put: Despite the plan to find his successor, Barcelona still want to extend Robert Lewandowski's contract until 2026. An announcement will be made in the coming weeks. (Fabrizio Romano)

Pep wants Wirtz: Manchester City tried to sign Florian Wirtz in January and will make another attempt this summer. The German will extend his Bayer Leverkusen contract soon, but a release clause will be inserted. (Bild)

Liverpool's moving pieces: Liverpool, who could sell one of Darwin Nunez or Diogo Jota this summer, are keen on signing Mohamed-Ali Cho of Nice. The 21-year-old, a left-footer, plays primarily on the right wing. (TEAMtalk)

Retegui in demand: Premier League clubs, led by Manchester United and Arsenal, have checked in with Atalanta to ask about Mateo Retegui. The Italy international is the leading scorer in Serie A this season. (Foot Mercato)

Chelsea's next big splash: Chelsea are preparing a €70-million summer bid to sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios. The 21-year-old made his Spain debut in November. (Fichajes)

Feb. 11

'Secret' Nunez negotiations: Prior to signing Jhon Duran, Al-Nassr were "very close" to landing Darwin Nunez during the latter stages of the January transfer window after "secret" talks with Liverpool. (Fabrizio Romano)

'Fight' for Huijsen: Manchester United and Real Madrid are ready to "fight" to sign Dean Huijsen this summer. The 19-year-old center-back has been a revelation since joining Bournemouth. (AS)

Man United eye another left-back: Despite signing Patrick Dorgu in January, Manchester United are considering a summer move for Barcelona's Alejandro Balde. The Red Devils are prepared to offer €40 million. (El Nacional)

Kane's release clause: Harry Kane has a release clause in his Bayern Munich contract. It was active during the recent January transfer window and will kick in again in January 2026, when it'll be set at €60 million. (ESPN)

Swap in the works: Juventus boss Thiago Motta wants to reunite with Joshua Zirkzee, who he coached at Bologna. Douglas Luiz could be offered to Manchester United in a potential swap deal. (Tuttosport)

Man City's summer splurge: Manchester City want to load up this summer and are targeting an audacious £200-million approach for Bayer Leverkusen duo Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong. (Caught Offside)

New full-backs for Pep: Manchester City's gaze isn't focused exclusively on the Bundesliga. Pep Guardiola is also keen on Serie A duo Andrea Cambiaso and Theo Hernandez of Juventus and AC Milan. (Football Insider)

Chelsea sticking to the plan: Chelsea, who've made a point to scoop up as much young talent as possible, are monitoring Dario Essugo. The 19-year-old midfielder is on loan at Las Palmas from Sporting CP. (Fabrizio Romano)

Newcastle want another winger: Newcastle are preparing a €40-million summer offer for Johan Bakayoko. The Belgian international, 21, continues to impress with PSV Eindhoven. (Tuttosport)

Asensio could stay at Villa: Though Marco Asensio's January loan move to Aston Villa didn't come with a purchase option, PSG are willing to negotiate and sanction a permanent sale at the end of the season. (Fabrizio Romano)

Feb. 10

Jota not untouchable: Liverpool are willing to listen to offers for Diogo Jota because of the Portuguese forward's injury history. Arsenal are among the clubs interested in signing the 28-year-old. (Anfield Watch)

Kelleher's next step: Chelsea and Newcastle are both considering a move for Caoimhin Kelleher, who isn't planning on extending his Liverpool contract because he wants to be a first-choice goalkeeper elsewhere. (Football Insider)

Kean a hot commodity: Enjoying the best season of his career, Moise Kean is generating interest from Arsenal and Tottenham. The Fiorentina striker has a €52-million release clause that can be triggered in July. (Nicolo Schira)

Fermin didn't want to leave: Manchester United and Aston Villa were ready with €70-million offers for Fermin Lopez in January, but the Spanish midfielder didn't want to leave Barcelona. (Sport)

Tonali too expensive: Sandro Tonali's agent has rubbished rumors that Italian clubs are interested in bringing the midfielder back to his homeland, claiming that no Serie A teams can afford the 24-year-old. (The Chronicle)

Inter's youth movement: Inter will look to sign young and emerging players this summer to reduce the average age of their squad. Bologna's Santiago Castro, 20, is atop the list of targets. (Gazzetta dello Sport)