Real Madrid Eye Mac Allister as Liverpool Consider Midfield Options

Real Madrid target Mac Allister

Real Madrid are tracking Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister for a potential future transfer. Jose Mourinho admires the 27 year old for his physical strength and tackling ability. Mac Allister is under contract at Anfield until 2028, and Liverpool currently have no firm plans to extend his deal. While the Reds are expected to resist any approach, Madrid are keeping a close watch on his situation.

Liverpool and Arsenal look at options

Liverpool are already exploring potential central midfielder replacements. Borussia Dortmund player Felix Nmecha is held in high regard by the club. The 26 year old is under contract until June 2030, so he is not a priority right now, but that could change in the future. Liverpool also have Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara and Bournemouth player Alex Scott on their shortlist. Both have drawn attention from Chelsea and Manchester United recently.

Arsenal are interested in Monza striker Gustavo Varela. The 21 year old Portuguese forward has scored seven goals in eight Serie A matches this season. Napoli could push for a January move to beat other clubs, while former side Benfica hold a right to match future offers and receive 20 percent of profits. Arsenal are also keeping tabs on Club Brugge forward Nicolo Tresoldi.

Premier League sides plan future transfers

Manchester United remain interested in Newcastle United left back Lewis Hall. The 22 year old recently extended his contract until 2031, and Newcastle will reject any January bids. However, United could revive their pursuit next summer for a fee that could top 70 million pounds. Hall is happy at St James Park, though he has not ruled out a future move.

United and Chelsea are also tracking Twente wonderkid Ruud Nijstad. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are reluctant to let winger Ismaila Sarr leave in January. Liverpool are monitoring Leeds defender Tarik Muharemovic alongside Barcelona and Bayern Munich.

What it means for the next game

Liverpool vs Chelsea (Carabao Cup, Wed, 28 Oct): Liverpool win 41%, draw 25%, Chelsea win 35%; expected goals 1.66 to 1.52. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.

Racing Santander vs Real Madrid (LaLiga, Sun, 01 Nov): Racing Santander win 14%, draw 16%, Real Madrid win 70%; expected goals 1.25 to 2.86. Our safest pick: Real Madrid draw no bet.